Pelican Hill = Dumpy timeshire vibe with creepy massive circular pool -- guaranteed we'll hear about a drowning crisis in orange county on kcal 9 within the year. mark my words. Only reason to go is for the golf course, and then get out!

RC = NO! NO! AND NO! This place needs a revamp and a true reminder that they are "ladies and gentleman serving ladies and gentleman." It all starts when you pull in the... endless... parking lot... that goes on... for days. What an eyesore!

Montage = My favorite in the county and one of my favorite hotels in the world. The décor is not silly. It's awesome. It's got a classic California coastal vibe with creams and yellows that are perfectly complementary of the hotel's "montage" of California impressionist paintings. The pool is perfect. The service is perfect. They even leave hats on your dashboard when you're leaving. I love this place!!!!!