Dana Point, CA

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Dana Point
Dana Point
Dana Point
Photo by ‎Felipe  Lopez
Photo by ‎Felipe  Lopez

Where to stay in Dana Point

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Capistrano Beach

4/5(258 area reviews)

Capistrano Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Doheny State Beach and Poche Beach.

Capistrano Beach
Great mural by local high school students perfectly visualise what this beach is all about. And for a big audience as well: 

“Each year, about 7 million people pass through the tunnel to the beach.“

Maybe not so secret..

https://www.ocregister.com/2018/03/27/new-mural-with-mystery-surfer-girl-replaces-30-year-old-painting-at-salt-creek-beach-tunnel/

Monarch Beach

4.5/5(51 area reviews)

Travelers come to Monarch Beach for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Monarch Beach Golf Links and Salt Creek Beach while you're in town.

Monarch Beach
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Lantern District

4.5/5(36 area reviews)

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

Lantern District
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Del Obispo

4/5(7 area reviews)

While visiting Del Obispo, you might make a stop by sights like The Coach House and The Sea Caves.

Del Obispo
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Dana Hills

Though Dana Hills might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas and Monarch Beach Golf Links.

Dana Hills
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Regatta

Though Regatta might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Baby Beach and Dana Point Harbor.

Regatta
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
$207 nightly
The price is $233 total per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
$233 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Dana Point. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
7.4/10 Good! (992 reviews)
"Friendly staff, and rooms."

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach
Dana Point Marina Inn
Dana Point Marina Inn
3 out of 5
24800 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point, CA
$163 nightly
The price is $183 total per night from Jul 10 to Jul 11
$183 total
Jul 10 - Jul 11
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Dana Point. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a marina. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,654 reviews)
"Staff was helpful and hotel was in a great location"

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

Dana Point Marina Inn
Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point
Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point
2.5 out of 5
34734 Pacific Coast Hwy, Dana Point, CA
$252 nightly
The price is $280 total per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
$280 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Total includes taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Dana Point. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"We had A great stay. The staff was helpful. It was A short walk across the street to the beach."

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point
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, Capistrano Beach, Dana Point, CA
Stay at this 3-star beach condo in Dana Point. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Doheny State Beach and Dana Point Harbor ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (150 reviews)
"My husband and I came for a 2 day visit. We were told this place is a time-share when we checked in. We needed to change rooms and that was good. The first night we had a front ocean room and the second night we had a back hillside view. We liked the back room the best. The back bathroom did have ..."

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

Capistrano Surfside Inn
Come for tranquility, peace & beauty. Best value for your money! Great location
Come for tranquility, peace & beauty. Best value for your money! Great location
Dana Point
Book a stay at this golf apartment in Dana Point. Enjoy an in-room coffeemaker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Dana Point Harbor and Doheny State Beach ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (6 reviews)
"This was a great home base for us. We were able to get out and go to all the local places quickly and easily. Took a bit to find as maps don’t seem to know how to get there. But Aria was super helpful. If you don’t need all the amenities and are just looking for a place to spend the night, clean ..."

Reviewed on Jun 18, 2025

Come for tranquility, peace & beauty. Best value for your money! Great location
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
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Dana Point. Enjoy a beach locale, a water park, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Doheny State Beach and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
Great location
"Many houses on Beach Road no longer have a beach. This house provides you with a little beach or regardless of how high the tide is. Very clean and beautiful!"

Reviewed on Jun 19, 2025

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

4.6
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
247
5 - Excellent 62%
4 - Good
135
4 - Good 34%
3 - Okay
12
3 - Okay 3%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 1%
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1 - Terrible 1%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Dana point is an amazing place an I love it

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Love doheny. Great fishing spot and surf spot.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Surf, restaurant, bars people

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I love Dana Point! Great place to visit.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

It was close to our Catalina Island ferry.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I love Dana Point. There’s a lot of good eats and beautiful views of the beach. Very picturesque.

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