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

2.5 star property
Oceanfront with hot tub, near Dana Point Harbor

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Terrace/patio
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Ocean View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually furnished
Lobby
Free daily continental breakfast
Exterior
Located by the sea in Capistrano Beach, Best Western Plus Dana Point Inn-by-the-sea offers comfort and convenience. Enjoy continental breakfast, relax on the garden terrace, and unwind in the spa tub. Free WiFi, a business center, and praised multilingual staff enhance your stay.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Ocean View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually furnished

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Pillowtop bed
Portable fan
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually furnished

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Pillowtop bed
Portable fan
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually furnished

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

7.4 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Pillowtop bed
Portable fan
Premium bedding
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually furnished

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Pillowtop bed
Portable fan
Premium bedding
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually furnished

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Pillowtop bed
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually furnished

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Pillowtop bed
Portable fan
Premium bedding
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually furnished

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Pillowtop bed
Portable fan
Premium bedding
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually furnished

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Pillowtop bed
Portable fan
Premium bedding
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually furnished

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Pillowtop bed
Portable fan
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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 on the beach. While the natural beauty of Doheny State Beach and Crystal Cove State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Dana Point Harbor. Ocean Institute and Laguna Beach Paddle Boarding are also worth visiting. 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.
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34744 Pacific Coast Hwy, Dana Point, CA, 92624

What's nearby

  • Capistrano Beach Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Doheny State Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • The Coach House - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Dana Point Harbor - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Salt Creek Beach Park - 5 min drive - 2.8 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
  • ‪Rosetta Coffee Brewing Company - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬2 min drive

About this property

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

Hotel near Doheny State Beach
At Best Western Plus Dana Point Inn-by-the-sea, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a business center.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • An electric car charging station, express check-out, and a vending machine
  • A front-desk safe, wedding services, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 42-inch HDTVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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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
  • On the beach
  • 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 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

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 30.00 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.00 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 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

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

Property is also known as

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

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?

Nestled on the beach, this Capistrano Beach hotel is within a 15-minute walk of South Day Use Beach and Doheny State Beach. Poche Beach and Capistrano Beach Park are also within 10 minutes.

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