West Coast, best coast? Though many travelers head to the Golden State for wine country or national parks, many simply want to spend their vacation relaxing on the beach. With 840 miles of coastline, down from San Diego up to San Francisco and beyond, there's ample beachside cities to suit your style. We've visited hundreds of hotels in California to see how they stack up against the competition and the results are in. Take a look at our picks for best oceanfront hotels in California and get inspired!