Dana Point Travel Guide
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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
24800 Dana Point Harbor Dr Dana Point CA
The price is AU$248 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
AU$248
11 Aug - 12 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! (2,071 reviews)
"Staff was awesome. Breakfast was fair. Property is in need of a major rejuvenation. Location couldn’t be better. Decent value for the price. Would go again. Positives far outweigh the negatives."
Reviewed on 11 July 2026
Capistrano Coast House
34862 Pacific Coast Hwy Dana Point CA
The price is AU$301 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
AU$301
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Dana Point. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Doheny State Beach and Dana Point Harbor are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (351 reviews)
"Advertised as ocean view, which is kind of true, but you have to look across and listen to 5 lanes of PCH and busy train tracks to enjoy. Additionally during our two night stay the room was never cleaned and basically no amenities. Finally, tiny rooms."
Reviewed on 11 July 2026
Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point
34734 Pacific Coast Hwy Dana Point CA
The price is AU$255 per night from 15 July to 16 July
AU$255
15 July - 16 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Dana Point. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
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
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! (190 reviews)
"The room was wonderful—clean, comfortable, and exactly what we were hoping for. One of the biggest highlights was how close it was to the beach. However, it’s worth noting that while the beach is only steps away, you must cross the railroad tracks using a pedestrian bridge. This requires climbing ..."
Reviewed on 4 July 2026
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
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
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.
Stay near popular Dana Point 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
Orange County Evening Harbor Wine Cruise Scenic Wine Tasting
AU$90
per adult
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