Lantern District, CA

Dana Point

A coastal town with a marina, cliffs, and a beach.
A marina with boats docked at sunset.
A beach with waves at sunset.
A coastal marina with boats, a beach, and a rocky hill in the background.
A cafe named BikeReligion with outdoor seating and a coffee sign.

Stay near popular Lantern District attractions

Lantern Bay County Park

8.8/10 (52 reviews)
After visiting Lantern Bay County Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Dana Point. Discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area, or enjoy its surfing spots.
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Things to do

Dolphin & Whale Watching Eco-Safari with Underwater Viewing

Dolphin & Whale Watching Eco-Safari with Underwater Viewing

$107
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Dolphin & Whale Watching Eco-Safari with Underwater Viewing
Orange County Evening Harbor Wine Cruise Scenic Wine Tasting

Orange County Evening Harbor Wine Cruise Scenic Wine Tasting

$63
per adult
Orange County Evening Harbor Wine Cruise Scenic Wine Tasting
Whale-Watching and Orange County Beaches Tour from Anaheim

Whale-Watching and Orange County Beaches Tour from Anaheim

$99
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Whale-Watching and Orange County Beaches Tour from Anaheim
Newport Beach

Small-Group Best Beaches in Orange County Day Tour

$99
per adult
Small-Group Best Beaches in Orange County Day Tour
Guided Coastal Hike and Ecology Tour in Dana Point

Guided Coastal Hike and Ecology Tour in Dana Point

$55
per adult
Guided Coastal Hike and Ecology Tour in Dana Point
Wine Tasting Around the World

Wine Tasting Around the World

$60
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Wine Tasting Around the World
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Lantern District Hotel Deals

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

4 out of 5
25135 Park Lantern Dana Point CA
$318 nightly
The price is $355 total per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
$355 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Dana Point. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"The staff and the hotel are great - but there is a lot of construction - and the pricing was outrageous for the festival (1200 to 1500 per night) - even though much of the hotel was blocked off and construction ongoing. That said, there was still a pool open (and it was great) as well as some great ..."

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2026

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa
Laguna Hills Lodge

Laguna Hills Lodge

2.5 out of 5
23932 Paseo De Valencia Laguna Hills CA
$98 nightly
The price is $108 total per night from Oct 28 to Oct 29
$108 total
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Laguna Hills. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,714 reviews)
"Very clean, great breakfast, nice staff"

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2026

Laguna Hills Lodge
Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

3.5 out of 5
17941 Von Karman Avenue Irvine CA
$144 nightly
The price is $159 total per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
$159 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Irvine. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,507 reviews)
"The room was clean and comfortable. I very much appreciated receiving a discounted parking rate during my stay. On Saturday morning, the Haven Point restaurant was severely short staffed resulting in a long wait time (approximately ten people were in line) to be seated; this was during peak breakfast ..."

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2026

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport
Hyatt Regency Newport Beach West

Hyatt Regency Newport Beach West

4 out of 5
4545 Macarthur Blvd Newport Beach CA
$203 nightly
The price is $224 total per night from Oct 11 to Oct 12
$224 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newport Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
Hyatt Regency Newport Beach West
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

4 out of 5
325 Bristol Street Costa Mesa CA
$149 nightly
The price is $166 total per night from Oct 29 to Oct 30
$166 total
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Costa Mesa. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
Dana Point Marina Inn

Dana Point Marina Inn

3 out of 5
24800 Dana Point Harbor Dr Dana Point CA
$92 nightly
The price is $102 total per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
$102 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this 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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,212 reviews)
"Mold all over the room and bathroom. Pretty sure the window unit A/C was just blowing mold spores all over the place. Gross. If I could ask for a refund I definitely would. Certainly not worth what they charged."

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2026

Dana Point Marina Inn
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Where to stay in Lantern District

Find the best Lantern District areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Lantern District
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A coastal residential area with houses, a clear blue sea, and a distant city skyline.

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.

A golf course with a beach and ocean in the background.

Monarch Beach

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.

An old church with a cross on top, a brick wall, and a pathway leading to it.

Del Obispo

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

A marina filled with boats, a coastal town with buildings, and a clear sky.

Dana Point Harbor

While visiting Dana Point Harbor, you might make a stop by sights like Dana Point Harbor and Doheny State Beach.

A coastal town with a marina, beach, and residential area.

Dana Hills

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

Lantern District, CA

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