La Bahia Hotel & Spa
Santa Cruz, USA · August 2025
La Bahia Hotel & Spa is a revived Santa Cruz landmark set close to the ocean and the Boardwalk, designed as a coastal retreat with a Spanish‑Mediterranean sensibility. Guestrooms and suites lean into warm tones and collected objects, with many framed by ocean views that keep the mood tied to the shoreline. Days revolve around the pool area and the hotel’s easy indoor‑outdoor flow. Dining covers several distinct settings: Plunge serves cocktails and poolside bites in a lively, sunlit space; Pearl is a lobby bar shaped by the tradition of classic London hotel bars; Low Tide Bar & Grill offers a casual break from the Boardwalk bustle; and High Tide is the signature restaurant, pairing elevated cooking with wide views. A spa rounds out the stay when the sea air calls for slower pacing.