Ocean Institute Tours and Activities

Photo by Annette Briers
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Photo by James Castillo
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Motel 6 Fountain Valley, CA - Huntington Beach Area

Motel 6 Fountain Valley, CA - Huntington Beach Area

2 out of 5
Price was AU$2,490, price is now AU$1,365 per person
AU$1,365
per person
22 Mar - 26 Mar
found 1 day ago
Return direct flight included
Sydney (SYD) to Orange County (SNA)
7.8/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
Yes everything is fine so far

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

Ramada by Wyndham Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

3 out of 5
Downtown Costa Mesa
Price was AU$2,542, price is now AU$1,462 per person
AU$1,462
per person
8 Mar - 12 Mar
found 20 hours ago
Return direct flight included
Sydney (SYD) to Orange County (SNA)
7.8/10 Good! (1,981 reviews)
The room had a lot of issues this time but normally they are awesome! The lights kept having to be replaced repeatedly, toilet had problems, carpet was slightly sticky. But staff and area were nice. Would stay again since last time was great so I’m not holding it against the hotel

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Hyatt Regency Newport Beach West

Hyatt Regency Newport Beach West

4 out of 5
Airport Area
Price was AU$3,098, price is now AU$1,849 per person
AU$1,849
per person
17 Mar - 21 Mar
found 15 hours ago
Return direct flight included
Sydney (SYD) to Orange County (SNA)
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Very clean, very friendly staff. Smoothly run operation

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Tours & day trips

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Dana Point Dolphin & Whale Watching With Underwater Viewing

Dana Point Dolphin & Whale Watching With Underwater Viewing

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$142 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Laguna Beach Paradise Trolley - App Guided Tour

Laguna Beach Paradise Trolley - App Guided Tour

Activity duration is 4 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$37 per adult
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Water activities

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Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$79 per adult
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Popular places to visit

Baby Beach

Baby Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Baby Beach during your trip to Dana Point?

Baby Beach
Dana Cove Park

Dana Cove Park

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Dana Cove Park, a lovely green space in Dana Point. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the surfing spots.

Dana Cove Park
Dana Point Preserve

Dana Point Preserve

You can take time to visit Dana Point Preserve during your travels to Dana Point. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Dana Point Preserve
Dana Strands Beach

Dana Strands Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Dana Strands Beach during your trip to Dana Point? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Dana Strands Beach
Salt Creek Beach Park

Salt Creek Beach Park

Salt Creek Beach Park is just one of the places to see in Dana Point, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants.

Salt Creek Beach Park
Dana Point Harbor

Dana Point Harbor

Explore the waterfront of Dana Point Harbor and enjoy other activities such as surfing in Dana Point. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Dana Point Harbor

Top Ocean Institute Hotel & Accommodation Deals

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

2.5 out of 5
34280 Pacific Coast Hwy Dana Point CA
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel
Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

4 out of 5
34343 Street Of The Blue Lantern Dana Point CA
Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

4 out of 5
25135 Park Lantern Dana Point CA
Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa
Spectacular Oceanfront - the Best Views in Dana Point !!!!!

Spectacular Oceanfront - the Best Views in Dana Point !!!!!

Dana Point CA
Spectacular Oceanfront - the Best Views in Dana Point !!!!!
Amber Back · Stunning Beach Townhouse, newly remodeled

Amber Back · Stunning Beach Townhouse, newly remodeled

Dana Point CA
Amber Back · Stunning Beach Townhouse, newly remodeled
Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club

5 out of 5
1 Monarch Beach Resort Dana Point CA
Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

5 out of 5
1 Ritz Carlton Dr Dana Point CA
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
Dana Point Spanish Revival STR14-0220

Dana Point Spanish Revival STR14-0220

Dana Point CA
Dana Point Spanish Revival STR14-0220
Casa de la Ballena, back available on VRBO. Permit STR15-0329, walk to the beach

Casa de la Ballena, back available on VRBO. Permit STR15-0329, walk to the beach

Dana Point CA
Casa de la Ballena, back available on VRBO. Permit STR15-0329, walk to the beach
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