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Best Western Plus Dana Point Inn-by-the-sea

Property class: 2.5

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A courtyard with a fountain, seating area, and a staircase leading to an upper level. - Best Western Plus Dana Point Inn-by-the-sea (Dana Point)
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a view of the outdoors. - Best Western Plus Dana Point Inn-by-the-sea (Dana Point)
A hotel sign reading "Best Western PLUS" with a view of the sea and a cityscape in the background. - Best Western Plus Dana Point Inn-by-the-sea (Dana Point)
A restaurant with a bar area, seating, and a large abstract mural. - Best Western Plus Dana Point Inn-by-the-sea (Dana Point)
A modern kitchen with a black countertop, decorative wall panels, and a potted plant. - Best Western Plus Dana Point Inn-by-the-sea (Dana Point)
Free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Best Western Plus Dana Point Inn-by-the-sea. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

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A hotel room with a large bed, a television, a desk, and a balcony with a view.

1 King Bed Non Smoking Jetted Tub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a nightstand, a window with a view of the beach, and a ceiling with a skylight.

1 King Bed Non Smoking Ocean View Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a small table, and a large window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Ocean View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a vase of flowers.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a small table.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

7.4 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a small desk, and a decorative wall panel.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a balcony with a view of the ocean.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a small desk, a built-in bathtub, and a kitchenette.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a balcony with a view of the ocean.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a balcony with a view of the ocean.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a balcony with a view of the ocean.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, and a vase with flowers.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Capistrano Beach, a neighborhood in Dana Point, Best Western Plus Dana Point Inn-by-the-sea is near the airport and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Doheny State Beach and San Clemente State Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Dana Point Harbor. Ready for a night out? Consider La Ventura Event Center and Montage Laguna Beach. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Dana Point travel guide
Map
34744 Pacific Coast Hwy, Dana Point, CA, 92624

What's nearby

  • A coastal town with a sandy beach, houses along the cliff, and the ocean.
    Capistrano Beach Park
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A coastal town with a beach, a pier, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.
    Doheny State Beach
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • South Day Use Beach
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Poche Beach
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • North Day Use Beach
    3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • San Juan Capistrano Depot
    11 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA)
    26 min drive

Restaurants

  • Doho Cafe
    4 min drive
  • Better Buzz
    4 min drive
  • A's Burgers
    20 min walk
  • Starbucks
    2 min drive
  • White Rooster
    2 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch HDTV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
1 child, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is Best Western Plus Dana Point Inn-by-the-sea pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus Dana Point Inn-by-the-sea?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Best Western Plus Dana Point Inn-by-the-sea?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Best Western Plus Dana Point Inn-by-the-sea located?

Located in Capistrano Beach, this beach hotel is within a 15-minute walk of South Day Use Beach and Doheny State Beach. Capistrano Beach Park and Lantern Bay County Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Best Western Plus Dana Point Inn-by-the-sea Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.8

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 480 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 281 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 126 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 68 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 49 out of 1004 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Great location. Excellent staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Auraluz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is on a nice location and close to the beach. We enjoyed the view of the ocean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great at check in, room was beautiful and clean and very spacious. No pool but a great breakfast. didn't get to use the hot tub but it looked clean and private.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful and made my stay very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very old but maintained well. It has a patio with tables where you can eat your breakfast and look at the ocean which is across the street. There were plenty of breakfast choices available. Our room was big and very clean. There is plenty of guest parking under the hotel and an elevator to get to all 3 floors. The staff were friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cresseide

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a clean room and helpful staff. The free parking was very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ted

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel across from the beach with basic amenities. Great for families with kids and ready for beach fun.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff, view were great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Constance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was all good. Kind and helpful staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ibrahim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was upgraded . Very helpful staff. Room was spacious and clean on 3rd floor. Outside room overlooking the beach. Could be noisy. Walking distance to the beach. Can hear the waves from our room. see picture. Walking trail not on sand. Nearby beach better. Great breakfast. Parking is free and under the hotel, safe. The only bad thing is the Internet.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

VIJAY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mirta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was wonderful and I loved the new coffee machine.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, no Gideon bible sad to say, bed was comfortable, breakfast was good, close to what we wanted to see, overall a good stay.
Our partial ocean view from room #305
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, room was spotless, pretty quiet given the busy street, our room had a great view.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas Nilo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect ocean view for the sunset at the balcony. Great staff the entirety of my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and relaxing accommodations. Ocean was visible from our room. Complimentary breakfast had a nice selection. Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So obviously the location was our first purpose for booking let me tell you I have traveled for work and spent many of nights in hotels for business or pleasure I have met many staff members over the years, all the stuff that I ran into at this Best Western were excellent friendly, welcoming and very helpful when the times came I had an issue with the Expedia looking process and being disappointed and one of the staff members Napoleon without hesitation made one of my nights even more awesome than it already began and it had nothing to do with the company just the booking agent Expedia. Whomever manages this place and hires their employees as a small business owner myself and Prides myself in whom works for me and how they manage themselves I feel like this property owner and management team takes great pride versus just finding whomever they can off the streets to fill a void. Thank you Best Western Dana Point
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was quite nice.It was very clean and the cleaning staff seemed to be very well trained
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Anabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was amazing. Ocean view great
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jodie

Liked: Staff & service
The staff is great , very responsive to requests. We stayed on the 2nd floor and had a room with the view of the beach , that was nice. The building is old so the walls and floors are thin and the room below us complained they could hear us. Overall, it was a nice stay, but I will not stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location across from the beach and central to other area activities. Room was clean and staff were very friendly and helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patsy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious, clean, and the beds were very comfortable. The free breakfast was good with many options. The staff was very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy

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I didn’t find anything wrong with my stay! From the super clean room, jacuzzi awesome in the room. The ocean view was great and got to see the sunset from outside the patio area. If you plan to go to the beach it’s about 10 min walk. The staff were friendly and helpful. I just wished I stayed extra days!
From the patio area. Lots of room for guests.
Hotel did not provide this. I bought it from home. I was celebrating my hubby’s bday!
Beautiful view
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria Gracia R

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It was a pleasure to stay in this hotel. Service and amenities were excellent. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Doris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, facing ocean, good breakfast options, reasonable rates.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025