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Our top choices for Dana Point Harbor hotels

Aerial view

Dana Point Marina Inn

Dana Point Marina Inn
3.0 star property
Dana Point Harbor
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,867 reviews)
"great place to stay"
United States
Jane
The price is AU$203
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Dana Point Marina Inn
Hiking

Casablanca Inn

Casablanca Inn
2.5 star property
7.1 km from Dana Point Harbor
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,646 reviews)
"Room was very clean and staff was very helpful."
United States
Bruce
Casablanca Inn
Beach nearby

Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG
2.5 star property
7.8 km from Dana Point Harbor
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"The hotel in general was neat and clean. Staff was very friendly."
United States
Jeffrey
The price is AU$197
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG
Rooftop terrace

Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel

Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel
3.5 star property
26.7 km from Dana Point Harbor
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Location is amazing and staff is great! "
United States
Jennifer
The price is AU$429
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel
Exterior

Laguna Hills Lodge

Laguna Hills Lodge
2.5 star property
17.2 km from Dana Point Harbor
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,913 reviews)
"Room was clean, comfy beds, breakfast was fantastic "
United States
Kelly
Laguna Hills Lodge
Terrace/patio

Best Western Plus Dana Point Inn-by-the-sea

Best Western Plus Dana Point Inn-by-the-sea
2.5 star property
Capistrano Beach, 2.5 km from Dana Point Harbor
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location, room was spotless, pretty quiet given the busy street, our room had a great view. "
United States
Shelley
The price is AU$199
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
Best Western Plus Dana Point Inn-by-the-sea
Exterior

Best Western Capistrano Inn

Best Western Capistrano Inn
2.5 star property
6.1 km from Dana Point Harbor
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Good room - simple checkin - decent price"
United States
John
The price is AU$161
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
Best Western Capistrano Inn
View from property

Sea Horse Resort

Sea Horse Resort
3.5 star property
8.6 km from Dana Point Harbor
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (862 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Rodolfo
The price is AU$335
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Sea Horse Resort
Outdoor pool

Ayres Suites Mission Viejo – Lake Forest

Ayres Suites Mission Viejo – Lake Forest
3.0 star property
22.5 km from Dana Point Harbor
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,199 reviews)
"The hotel is very clean, and the pool was lovely...so glad they had it clean and heated at this time of year. "
Canada
Janet
The price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Ayres Suites Mission Viejo – Lake Forest
Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Beachfront | Terrace/patio

Capri Laguna on the Beach

Capri Laguna on the Beach
3.0 star property
10.7 km from Dana Point Harbor
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice balcony with ocean view & access to beach!!Friendly, clean, fast check in!! Lots of restaurants & shops near the hotel"
United States
Jose
The price is AU$373
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Capri Laguna on the Beach
On the beach, white sand, beach towels, beach volleyball

Balboa Inn, On the Beach

Balboa Inn, On the Beach
3.0 star property
24.5 km from Dana Point Harbor
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"We love staying at the Balboa Inn. You are right on the beach and you can also walk to the Catalina Island Ferry. "
United States
Katrina
Balboa Inn, On the Beach
Beach/ocean view

Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point
2.5 star property
Capistrano Beach, 2.5 km from Dana Point Harbor
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,035 reviews)
"Good service all around during the stay. "
United States
Carlos
Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point
Deluxe Room, Ocean View | Terrace/patio

Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels

Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels
2.5 star property
11.4 km from Dana Point Harbor
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (349 reviews)
"Staff was wonderful!! Loved the personal service and small feel to the hotel. Room was great! Beautiful view and ocean sounds!! "
United States
Theresa
The price is AU$508
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels
Bicycling

Le Petit Pali Laguna Beach

Le Petit Pali Laguna Beach
4.0 star property
8.4 km from Dana Point Harbor
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (370 reviews)
"Really an incredible old Palm Springs vibe. Very classy and details incredible. Highly recommend staying here"
United States
Anthony
The price is AU$466
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Le Petit Pali Laguna Beach
Lobby

Fairfield Inn by Marriott Mission Viejo / Orange County

Fairfield Inn by Marriott Mission Viejo / Orange County
3.0 star property
13.6 km from Dana Point Harbor
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean hotel. "
United States
Debbie
The price is AU$190
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Fairfield Inn by Marriott Mission Viejo / Orange County
Exterior

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel
2.5 star property
1 km from Dana Point Harbor
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Great location and great price! "
United States
Nadia
The price is AU$182
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel
Terrace/patio

The Surfbreak Hotel

The Surfbreak Hotel
2.5 star property
10 km from Dana Point Harbor
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (695 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and accommodating. Great coffee selection. Close to Everything!"
United States
Beth
The Surfbreak Hotel
Beach nearby, beach umbrellas, beach towels

Laguna Beach House

Laguna Beach House
3.0 star property
12.8 km from Dana Point Harbor
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,012 reviews)
"Lovely hotel and a great location ☀️ "
United States
Alexa
The price is AU$366
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Laguna Beach House
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Ayres Hotel & Spa Mission Viejo – Lake Forest

Ayres Hotel & Spa Mission Viejo – Lake Forest
3.5 star property
22.5 km from Dana Point Harbor
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,037 reviews)
"Great customer service, the hotel was very clean and breakfast was really good. "
United States
Laura
The price is AU$166
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Ayres Hotel & Spa Mission Viejo – Lake Forest
Courtyard

The Tides Laguna Beach

The Tides Laguna Beach
2.0 star property
12.8 km from Dana Point Harbor
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location and charming ambience. "
United States
nancy
The price is AU$274
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
The Tides Laguna Beach
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Our guide on where to stay in Dana Point Harbor

Find the best Dana Point Harbor areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Dana Point Harbor looking North from Capistrano Beach; Shutterstock ID 22505395; Purchase Order: -

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.

Green No.3 at Monarch Beach Golf Links, Dana Point, California, USA

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.

Dana Point Harbor.
Photo by Ruth Rieckehoff
Open Photo by Ruth Rieckehoff

Lantern District

If you're spending some time in Lantern District, Heritage Park and Dana Point Preserve are top sights worth seeing.

Ruins of Mission San Juan Capistrano in California

Del Obispo

If you're spending some time in Del Obispo, The Coach House and The Sea Caves are top sights worth seeing.

Aerial view looking out over Dana Point Harbor and Baby Beach

Dana Hills

While Dana Hills isn't home to many top sights, Monarch Beach Golf Links and Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas are some notable places to visit nearby.

Top Dana Point Harbor Hotel Reviews

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice staff, extremely clean property, great breakfast and it’s quiet. What a lovely stay."
Raine 2-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Dana Point Harbor?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Dana Point's Dana Point Harbor neighbourhood has to offer. Make sure that you visit Dana Point Harbor and Ocean Institute as part of your Dana Point Harbor travel plans.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in Dana Point Harbor?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Dana Point Marina Inn is the highest ranked property in Dana Point Harbor. This hotel is steps from Dana Point Harbor, and offers a marina and free breakfast.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Dana Point Harbor, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available in Dana Point Harbor.
What can I see and do in this Dana Point neighbourhood?
Dip your toes in the water at Doheny State Beach or Baby Beach while you're in Dana Point Harbor. Dana Point Harbor and Ocean Institute are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Dana Point Harbor include Heritage Park, Dana Wharf and Dana Cove Park. While you're out sightseeing in Dana Point, make sure that you visit other sights such as North Day Use Beach or Harbor Point Park.