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Were I paying $600

per night, for the room we're staying in this weekend at the St Regis Monarch Beach hotel, in Dana Point, to celebrate my 60th birthday, I would be a little pissed.  The view of the of the adjacent cafe, partially block by a big palm tree just doesn't cut it.

But since the room is free (I used my Starwood Rewards points), I really can't complain a whole lot.

Other than that, and the fact there is no in room coffee maker, and the scale doesn't work (which may actually be a good thing), the hotel easily meets my expectations.  The hotel grounds and view of the ocean are truly beautiful, the service has been outstanding, and the rooms are very comfortable.  I actually slept till almost 7 AM this morning, which is virtually unheard of.

Oh and dinner last night at Stonehill Tavern was outstanding as well.  It was a little expensive, but with a $115 bottle of wine, and $10 for two small glasses of club soda, what do you expect.  And besides, it's my birthday.

So now we're off to be pampered at the Spa Gaucin.  Edie is getting a facial, and I'm getting a massage.  I'm really looking forward to that.

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Claude (France) said…
Happy Birthday Marc !
4:32 AM
Mark VanKirk said…
While you were checking, I called to invite you guys to dinner at the SM Pier with my mom and some friends from Ohio.

It would have been cheaper.......
2:49 AM
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