Dana Point Harbor Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Dana Point Harbor
Stay near popular Dana Point Harbor attractions
Activities
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
AU$91
per adult
High Speed Zodiac Whale Watching Safari from Dana Point
AU$155
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dolphin & Whale Watching Eco-Safari with Underwater Viewing
AU$155
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Small-Group Best Beaches in Orange County Day Tour
AU$129
per adult
Whale-Watching and Orange County Beaches Tour from Anaheim
AU$144
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Dana Point Harbor Hotel Deals
Dana Point Marina Inn
24800 Dana Point Harbor Dr Dana Point CA
The price is AU$217 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
AU$217
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Dana Point. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a marina. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,081 reviews)
"Our 2nd time staying and we can’t wait to go back!"
Reviewed on 19 July 2026
Sonesta Select Laguna Hills Irvine Spectrum
23175 Avenida De La Carlota Laguna Hills CA
The price is AU$150 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$150
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Laguna Hills. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport
17941 Von Karman Avenue Irvine CA
The price is AU$237 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
AU$237
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Irvine. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Laguna Hills Lodge
23932 Paseo De Valencia Laguna Hills CA
The price is AU$179 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$179
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Laguna Hills. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,388 reviews)
"Very nice stay. Met all expectations"
Reviewed on 19 July 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Irvine Spectrum
14972 Sand Canyon Ave Irvine CA
The price is AU$164 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$164
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Irvine. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
325 Bristol Street Costa Mesa CA
The price is AU$199 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$199
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Costa Mesa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,340 reviews)
"Beautiful property, they gave us a complementary upgrade to a suite for my partners birthday. We were attending a conference at the fairgrounds and they had a free shuttle too and from. Would absolutely stay here again."
Reviewed on 18 July 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Our guide on where to stay in Dana Point Harbor
Find the best Dana Point Harbor areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Capistrano Beach
Capistrano Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Doheny State Beach and South Day Use Beach.
Monarch Beach
Monarch Beach is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Monarch Beach Golf Links or Salt Creek Beach.
Photo by Ruth Rieckehoff
Open Photo by Ruth Rieckehoff
Lantern District
If you're spending some time in Lantern District, Dana Point Preserve and Heritage Park are top sights worth seeing.
Del Obispo
If you're spending some time in Del Obispo, The Coach House and The Sea Caves are top sights worth seeing.
Dana Hills
While Dana Hills isn't home to many top sights, Monarch Beach Golf Links and Baby Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
