Dana Point, CA

Travel Guide

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 Capistrano Beach Park.

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)

While Lantern District isn't home to many top sights, Dana Point Harbor and Ocean Institute are some notable places to visit nearby.

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 Monarch Beach Golf Links and Dana Point Harbor.

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 Dana Strands Beach and Ocean Institute.

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
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 ...
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
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 ...
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
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 ...
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 condo in Dana Point. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Doheny State Beach and Dana Point Harbor are ...
Capistrano Surfside Inn
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
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3 - Okay 3%
2 - Disappointing
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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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