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The Sanctuary Beach Resort

3295 Dunes Drive, Marina, California, 93933, US

  • Five-StarForbes Travel Guide19 Aug 2026
  • 4.3/5Google rating1,163 reviews · 20 Aug 2026
  • 96.5/100La Liste19 Aug 2026

Best for

  • couples
  • families
  • beach
  • wellness

About The Sanctuary Beach Resort

The Sanctuary Beach Resort in Marina, United States, offers direct access to a private beach along 19 acres of Pacific shoreline. Guests can enjoy fine dining at Salt Wood Kitchen & Oysterette, which serves New American cuisine, and relax at the Salt Wood Bar and Lounge. The Renewal Studio & Spa provides relaxation massages, and a heated swimming pool is available on site.

The resort has received a Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star rating and is listed in La Liste's Top 1000 Hotels for 2026 with a score of 96.5/100. The EMPTYJET Recommend designation highlights its quality and appeal for those seeking a refined beach experience.

Why it stands out

The Sanctuary Beach Resort is listed for its EMPTYJET Recommend status, Forbes Five-Star rating, and La Liste recognition. Its private beach, fine dining, spa, and heated pool provide a comprehensive luxury experience on the Pacific coast in Marina, United States.

Key facts

Check-in / out
16:00 / 11:00
Pets
allowed
Type
Beach, Wellness

Amenities

Verified 19 Aug 2026

Activities

  • Private beach — Nestled on 19 acres of pristine Pacific shoreline
  • Beach access — evidence: Nestled on 19 acres of pristine Pacific shoreline
  • Swimming pool — Heated Pool

Dining

  • Fine dining — JSON-LD amenityFeature: Restaurant
  • Bar — Salt Wood features three distinct dining environments - a full-service dining room, lively bar and lounge

Wellness

  • Spa — Unwind with a relaxation massage at the Renewal Studio & Spa

Dining

Verified 19 Aug 2026
Restaurant
Salt Wood Kitchen & Oysterette — New American
Bar
Salt Wood Bar and Lounge

Spa & wellness

Verified 19 Aug 2026
Spa
Renewal Studio & Spa — relaxation massage

Beach

Verified 19 Aug 2026
Beach
Private beach

Services

Verified 19 Aug 2026
Pools
1

Awards & affiliations

  • Forbes Travel GuideFive-Star2026
  • La ListeTop 10002026

Location

36.7013, -121.8072
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