Dana Point Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A marina filled with boats, a coastal town with buildings, and a clear sky.
An aerial view of a coastal city with a prominent cliff, a marina, and a beach.
A marina with numerous boats docked, a beach, and a mountainous landscape in the background.
A marina with numerous boats docked, a coastal town in the background, and a prominent cliff overlooking the harbor.
A coastal city with a marina, cliffs, and a clear blue sky.

Our guide on where to stay in Dana Point

Find the best Dana Point areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Dana Point
Learn more about Dana Point

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 North 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 Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas 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 Doheny State 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$138 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
AU$138
24 Nov - 25 Nov
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 ...
Dana Point Marina Inn
Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

5 out of 5
1 Monarch Beach Resort Dana Point CA
The price is AU$1,323 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
AU$1,323
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Dana Point. Enjoy 3 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach
Capistrano Coast House

Capistrano Coast House

4 out of 5
34862 Pacific Coast Hwy Dana Point CA
The price is AU$258 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
AU$258
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Dana Point. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Doheny State Beach and Dana Point Harbor are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (562 reviews)
"This hotel is such a lovely, spanish style property. It has a very cozy "beach feel" complimented by cute patios, chimineas and cushioned furniture. We loved the spa shower products that left our hair clean and well conditioned. The bed was very comfortable and came with quality linens including ..."

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026

Capistrano Coast House
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 condo in Dana Point. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Doheny State Beach and Dana Point Harbor are located ...
Capistrano Surfside Inn
Dana Point Dream Home with White Water Ocean View (Permit #STR14-0084)

Dana Point Dream Home with White Water Ocean View (Permit #STR14-0084)

Dana Point CA
Stay at this holiday home in Dana Point. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Doheny State Beach and Dana Point Harbor are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (236 reviews)
"Host was very easy to communicate with and very responsive to any questions we had . Clean, comfortable Beds, beautiful views, Many nice gathering areas within the home: up on the deck, out in the patio, kitchen table, living room. . Great for large families for making great memories. Close to going ..."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2026

Dana Point Dream Home with White Water Ocean View (Permit #STR14-0084)
LARGE CONTEMPORARY HOME ON THE SAND, HOT TUB, CHEF’S KITCHEN, ENDLESS VIEWS

LARGE CONTEMPORARY HOME ON THE SAND, HOT TUB, CHEF’S KITCHEN, ENDLESS VIEWS

Capistrano Beach CA
Stay at this beach holiday home in Dana Point. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a sauna. Popular attractions Doheny State Beach and Dana Point Harbor are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (70 reviews)
"This was an absolutely stunning home! You will not find a better home right on the water than this one. Dylan was awesome and our stay could not have been any better. The property from back to front was perfect and we will definitely be coming back to this home again in the future!!!"

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026

LARGE CONTEMPORARY HOME ON THE SAND, HOT TUB, CHEF’S KITCHEN, ENDLESS VIEWS
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

Cities near Dana Point

Explore a world of travel with Expedia