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El Caminante Bar & Bungalows

4.0 star property
Fun on the beach, near Dana Point Harbor

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Beach/ocean view
Restaurant
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior entrance
Exterior
VIP Access

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$377
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug

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Room options

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Patio

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Patio

Room, 1 King Bed, Patio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Presidential Suite

Presidential Suite

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite

Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
34862 Pacific Coast Hwy, Dana Point, CA, 92624

What's nearby

  • Capistrano Beach Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Doheny State Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • The Coach House - 3 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Dana Point Harbor - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Salt Creek Beach Park - 5 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • San Juan Capistrano Depot - 11 min drive
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A's Burgers - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Denny's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Del Taco - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kawamata Seafood - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive

About this property

El Caminante Bar & Bungalows

Upscale hotel near Doheny State Beach
A coffee shop/cafe, a bar and a restaurant are just a few of the amenities provided at El Caminante Bar & Bungalows. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a white sand beach and sunloungers. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), free bike hire and a 24-hour front desk
  • Beach umbrellas, smoke-free property and a nature reserve
Room features
All guest rooms at El Caminante Bar & Bungalows feature perks, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and bathrobes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • 47-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and microwaves

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free 24-hour offsite parking within 6 metres
  • Street parking available
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • El Caminante Bar

Things to do

  • Bodyboard
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Hiking/biking trails

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • In a nature reserve
  • On the beach

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar near toilet (84 centimetre high)
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 47-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 35.00 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach access
  • Concierge service
  • In-room coffee

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10.00 to 25.00 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Capistrano Seaside
Capistrano Seaside Dana Point
Capistrano Seaside Inn
Capistrano Seaside Inn Dana Point
Capistrano Seaside Hotel Capistrano Beach
El Caminante
El Caminante Bar Bungalows
El Caminante Bar & Bungalows Motel
El Caminante Bar & Bungalows Dana Point
El Caminante Bar & Bungalows Motel Dana Point

Frequently asked questions

Is El Caminante Bar & Bungalows pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at El Caminante Bar & Bungalows?

As of 6 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Caminante Bar & Bungalows on 24 Aug 2025 start from AU$323.21, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at El Caminante Bar & Bungalows?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at El Caminante Bar & Bungalows?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at El Caminante Bar & Bungalows?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is El Caminante Bar & Bungalows located?

Nestled on the beach, this Capistrano Beach hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Poche Beach and Doheny State Beach. South Day Use Beach and Capistrano Beach Park are also within 10 minutes.

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El Caminante Bar & Bungalows Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 165 out of 198 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 198 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 198 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 198 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 198 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bryant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean Marc

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Was ok hotel Nice bar
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jamila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
By the ocean, fire on the patio, walkable to restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property next to the beach
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a weekend away for an anniversary! We loved the short walk to the beach and food. We also enjoyed the comfortable bed and wonderful staff. I would recommend this hotel to anyone who wants a beach front hotel 😊
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great. We will always stay here and recommend it to our friends.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, recently restored resort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madhur

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place by the ocean. Amazing hospitality. Would visit again if possible.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachele

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely stunning property.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the beautiful spanish tile throughout the hotel and floral landscape. Our room had a balcony with ocean view which we enjoyed especially the evening sunset. We found nothing to dislike.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique property, clean rooms with welcoming decor. The outside patio areas are great but lack privacy. Went for a day, nice place to just unwind near the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is the ONE in the area. Adorable, clean, soulful, restful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The picture dont do justice to this hotel. It was absolutely stunning. It was a short trip for us but it was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous inn! Thoughtfully remodeled! Directly across from the beach!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right by beach and staff was amazing. Even offered us some bikes for the beach
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well maintained
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorgen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful find. Little bit of traffic noise, but worth it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful hotel! Very unique and well appointed. Service was impeccable!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Journey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, we had an amazing stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chantal Alysia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a little hotel with ocean views, small rooms with simple luxuries and antique decor.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Love the atmosphere and the proximity to all the locations I like.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place was neat with its architecture. Perfect location for a weekend getaway with your lady.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pefect getaway bungalow

This is a quaint vintage hotel that has been updated perfectly. Lush grounds, private patios, ocean view.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and amazing view!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025