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Walking down the boardwalk munching saltwater taffy. Riding your bike to that lobster shack in Maine. Waking up early to hit the surf breaks in Cali. The simple pleasures of a summer beach getaway will never go out of style. But a new crop of boutique hotels is tapping into that sun-and-sand nostalgia, breathing new (and stylish) life into old sea shacks, motor lodges, and guesthouses. The result is a retro revival that marries Gidget-chic charms with innovative restaurants, high-end amenities, and playful nightlife scenes. So you can have your snow cone and eat it, too.
Published August 2011. Pictured: Shorebreak Hotel, Huntington Beach.
Information may have changed since date of publication. Please confirm details with individual establishments before planning your trip.
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