Encourage the kids to take an interest in nature at The Ecology Center. They'll learn about the plants, animals and places that make the local area so vital to protect.

You'll soon discover why this San Juan Capistrano place to learn about the environment is popular with travelers. If you're searching for other things to see here, Mission San Juan Capistrano, Dana Point Harbor, and San Clemente Pier are in this area as well. They won't take very long to get to from The Ecology Center.

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Atrium Hotel at Orange County Airport

Airport Area

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Denver (DEN) to Orange County (SNA)

7.6/10 Good! (1,957 reviews)

Good in general, except that the parking fee is high. I think parking fee for guess should be waved or included in the price.

Reviewed on Oct 30, 2025

Surf & Sand Laguna Beach

Pearl District

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Seattle (SEA) to Orange County (SNA)

9/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews)

Amazing stay service impeccable and hotel cleanliness amazing

Reviewed on Oct 25, 2025

Dorymans Oceanfront Inn

Balboa Peninsula

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Dec 24 - Dec 29

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Denver (DEN) to Orange County (SNA)

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,012 reviews)

The hotel is lovely as were the staff. The only issue was a bad smell coming from the bathroom. I’m guessing it’s the old pipes. It didn’t hamper our trip and the stay was still lovely!

Reviewed on Oct 20, 2025

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Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

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Laguna Beach Paradise Trolley - App Guided Tour

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Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

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Wine Tasting Around the World

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