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El Caminante Bar & Bungalows

4.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop

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Beach/ocean view
Ocean View King with Balcony | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
Hacienda Suite | Terrace/patio
Lobby lounge
Travelers find balance at El Caminante Bar & Bungalows, an upscale beachside spot in Capistrano Beach. The on-site coffee shop, bar, and restaurant offer relaxation, while nearby hiking and biking trails keep visitors active. Guests can borrow bodyboarding equipment for the waves.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Ocean View King ADA Accessible with Patio & Chiminea

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Terrace/patio

Room, 1 King Bed, Patio (Ocean, chiminea)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Ocean View King

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Hacienda Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Hacienda Suite

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Beach/ocean view

El Camino Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Bathrobes
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Ocean View King with Balcony | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Ocean View King with Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
34862 Pacific Coast Hwy, Dana Point, CA, 92624

What's nearby

  • Capistrano Beach Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Doheny State Beach - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • The Coach House - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Dana Point Harbor - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Salt Creek Beach Park - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles

Getting around

  • San Juan Capistrano Depot - 14 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Doho Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Better Buzz - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪A's Burgers - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Rosetta Coffee Brewing Company - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Sunsets Bar & Grill - ‬3 min walk

About this property

El Caminante Bar & Bungalows

Upscale hotel near Doheny State Beach
A coffee shop/cafe, a bar, and a restaurant are just a few of the amenities provided at El Caminante Bar & Bungalows. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and sun loungers. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and a bodyboard on site
  • A 24-hour front desk, a nature reserve, and beach towels
Room features
All guestrooms at El Caminante Bar & Bungalows feature perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and bathrobes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • 47-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free 24-hour offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • El Caminante Bar

Things to do

  • Bodyboard
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Hiking/biking trails

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • In a nature reserve
  • On the beach

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar near toilet (33 inches high)
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 47-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 35.00 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach access
  • Concierge service
  • In-room coffee

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10.00 to 25.00 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Capistrano Seaside
Capistrano Seaside Dana Point
Capistrano Seaside Inn
Capistrano Seaside Inn Dana Point
Capistrano Seaside Hotel Capistrano Beach
El Caminante
El Caminante Bar Bungalows
El Caminante Bar & Bungalows Motel
El Caminante Bar & Bungalows Dana Point
El Caminante Bar & Bungalows Motel Dana Point

Frequently asked questions

Is El Caminante Bar & Bungalows pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at El Caminante Bar & Bungalows?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at El Caminante Bar & Bungalows?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at El Caminante Bar & Bungalows?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is El Caminante Bar & Bungalows located?

Nestled on the beach, this Capistrano Beach hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Poche Beach and Doheny State Beach. South Day Use Beach and Capistrano Beach Park are also within 10 minutes.

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El Caminante Bar & Bungalows Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 216 out of 262 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 262 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 262 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 262 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 262 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property and the staff were EXCELLENT!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean Marc

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Was ok hotel Nice bar
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simply a very cool place, really well done!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is all around amazing. The room was so nice and the bed was very comfortable. I loved the outdoor seating area with chimnea. The staff was very friendly, and service at the bar was wonderful. The food was delicious, and so were the drinks. We walked across the street to the beach in the morning. This place is great value for the money, and I definitely recommend it. We'll be returning for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Lindokuhle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and cozy. Partly, homely.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mikah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Such a great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the beautiful spanish tile throughout the hotel and floral landscape. Our room had a balcony with ocean view which we enjoyed especially the evening sunset. We found nothing to dislike.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfy bed and great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I didn’t really like the layout of the room. Can be changed for a much spacious room in my opinion.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxing atmosphere

This place was so beautiful and relaxing. I love the chimenea! The food was delicious though limited. The cocktails was wonderful too. I felt like I was in a different world and only an hour from home. I cant wait to go back
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bardia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best and unique hotel in this area
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the atmosphere in the beach vibe
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

olga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and lovely to have a good time
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute boutique hotel. Room was small, but comfortable. Perfect for the one night getaway we were looking for.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Romantic weekend

We stayed here for the weekend for my wife’s 40th birthday. It was amazing. We rode the e-bikes up and down PCH, relaxed on the beach, and by the fireplace on our patio. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Korina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Not worth the higher than usual cost. Had to park across the street because they have more rooms than their lot can accommodate. No pool or hot tub. Also had to keep the blinds down the whole stay because they were really tangled & broken. One of the bed posts broke because it had been poorly repaired with wood glue (see pic). Like 5 staff had to come into our tiny room to assess it and they said it had broke in the same place in the past. We were relieved they didn't blame us. Other than that the bed/pillows were very comfy, staff was friendly, and breakfast croissant & quiche were tasty (although a bit overpriced).
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mendra

Liked: Amenities
We will be back but not in a room above us
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and gorgeous views
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Staff was great but the bed and pillows were very uncomfortable. Also they need to let you know when you check in that room cleaning has to be set up day before if you want it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you’re looking for a relaxing get away this is going to be your place. Perfect location and the drinks are great. Property was very nice, clean, and beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel. We have enjoyed our short stay. The breakfast was delicious. The personnel is helpful and friendly. Nice ocean view and fresh air.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a fun property! Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Delainey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cute hotel and nice staff. You will need a car for this area though, not super walkable
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a totally revamped beach hotel with fantastic amenities, helpful and friendly staff, incredible cocktails, and a very comfortable, quiet, surprisingly cool room. Will absolutely be back when we are in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

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