Dana Point Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal landscape with a beach, ocean waves, and a hill with buildings.
A marina with numerous boats docked, a coastal town in the background, and a prominent cliff overlooking the harbor.
A marina filled with boats, a coastal town with buildings, and a clear sky.
A coastal city with a marina, cliffs, and a clear blue sky.
A family walking on a sandy beach with rocky cliffs and a clear sky in the background.

Our guide on where to stay in Dana Point

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Lantern District

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

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.

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.

Dana Point Harbor

While visiting Dana Point Harbor, you might make a stop by sights like Dana Point Harbor and Baby Beach.

Dana Point Marina Inn

Dana Point Marina Inn

3 out of 5
24800 Dana Point Harbor Dr Dana Point CA
The price is AU$260 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
AU$260
13 Aug - 14 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! (2,088 reviews)
"Dirty place. Old rooms. We booked an ocean view and upon arrival were told the room had plumbing issues. It’s a dump Of a hotel."

Reviewed on 15 July 2026

Dana Point Marina Inn
Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

3 out of 5
34402 Pacific Coast Hwy Dana Point CA
The price is AU$279 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$279
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Dana Point. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"We booked a suite on the 4th floor and unfortunately there was a large bug/gnat infestation in the bedroom, we had to downgrade to a smaller room in the middle of the night. The hotel was remodeled and clean, just unfortunate they have a gnat issue going on right now. The management did work with ..."

Reviewed on 13 July 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach
Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

4 out of 5
25135 Park Lantern Dana Point CA
The price is AU$562 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$562
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Dana Point. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Our room smelled like sewage. Lots of construction going on. Food was average at best. The bartenders at the pool was fantastic though!"

Reviewed on 11 July 2026

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa
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.
Capistrano Surfside Inn

Capistrano Surfside Inn

3 out of 5
34680 Coast Highway Dana Point CA
Stay at this beach condo in Dana Point. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Doheny State Beach and Dana Point Harbor are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (191 reviews)
"Loved Surfside Inn🌺 Our room was super clean overlooking the pool. Ocean views couldn’t ask for anything better."

Reviewed on 12 July 2026

Capistrano Surfside Inn
35581 Beach Road: 4  BR, 4  BA House in Dana Point, Sleeps 8

35581 Beach Road: 4 BR, 4 BA House in Dana Point, Sleeps 8

Dana Point CA
Stay at this beach holiday home in Dana Point. Enjoy a beach locale, a water park and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Doheny State Beach and Dana Point ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
"Very clean but the beach was washed away"

Reviewed on 14 June 2026

35581 Beach Road: 4 BR, 4 BA House in Dana Point, Sleeps 8
Oceanfront Retreat: 2BR Home with Private Beach Access, Firepit  
STR24-0040

Oceanfront Retreat: 2BR Home with Private Beach Access, Firepit STR24-0040

Dana Point CA
Stay at this beach holiday home in Dana Point. Enjoy a beach locale, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Doheny State Beach and San Clemente Pier ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (22 reviews)
"- two car limit was problematic, as there wasn't an option to even drop off or pick up guests, no close by overnight parking - split AC units don't work - balcony railing was not safely secured to the deck upon arrival, possibly putting an unsuspecting guest at risk of falling onto rocks below or ..."

Reviewed on 16 June 2026

Oceanfront Retreat: 2BR Home with Private Beach Access, Firepit STR24-0040
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.

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