Lantern District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal town with a marina, cliffs, and a beach.
A marina with boats docked at sunset.
A coastal marina with boats, a beach, and a rocky hill in the background.
A marina with boats docked, a lighthouse, and a coastal landscape.
A marina with numerous boats docked along the water.

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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Activities

Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

NZ$131
per adult
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
Dana Point Dolphin & Whale Watching With Underwater Viewing

Dana Point Dolphin & Whale Watching With Underwater Viewing

NZ$176
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dana Point Dolphin & Whale Watching With Underwater Viewing
High Speed Zodiac Whale Watching Safari from Dana Point

High Speed Zodiac Whale Watching Safari from Dana Point

NZ$188
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
High Speed Zodiac Whale Watching Safari from Dana Point
Dolphin & Whale Watching Eco-Safari with Underwater Viewing

Dolphin & Whale Watching Eco-Safari with Underwater Viewing

NZ$188
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

NZ$104
per adult
Orange County Evening Harbor Wine Cruise Scenic Wine Tasting
Laguna Beach Open Ocean Kayaking Tour with Sea Lion Sightings

Laguna Beach Open Ocean Kayaking Tour with Sea Lion Sightings

NZ$167
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Laguna Beach Open Ocean Kayaking Tour with Sea Lion Sightings
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Our pick of the best 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
The price is NZ$582 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
NZ$582
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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 their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Staff"

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2026

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa
Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

3.5 out of 5
17941 Von Karman Avenue Irvine CA
The price is NZ$294 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
NZ$294
25 Nov - 26 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Irvine. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport
Laguna Hills Lodge

Laguna Hills Lodge

2.5 out of 5
23932 Paseo De Valencia Laguna Hills CA
The price is NZ$183 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
NZ$183
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Laguna Hills. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
Laguna Hills Lodge
Sonesta Select Laguna Hills Irvine Spectrum

Sonesta Select Laguna Hills Irvine Spectrum

3 out of 5
23175 Avenida De La Carlota Laguna Hills CA
The price is NZ$175 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
NZ$175
6 Dec - 7 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Laguna Hills. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very good! (2,046 reviews)
"Room was nice. More for business travelers. Saw washer/dryer near elevator, convenient. Parking lot could use more lighting for safety."

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2026

Sonesta Select Laguna Hills Irvine Spectrum
Hyatt Regency Irvine

Hyatt Regency Irvine

4 out of 5
17900 Jamboree Rd Irvine CA
The price is NZ$445 per night from 5 Dec to 6 Dec
NZ$445
5 Dec - 6 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Irvine. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,249 reviews)
"The hotel was very clean and organized. The staff was very friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 12 Nov 2026

Hyatt Regency Irvine
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

4 out of 5
325 Bristol Street Santa Ana CA
The price is NZ$222 per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
NZ$222
15 Dec - 16 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Ana. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,451 reviews)
"Good stay , friendly staff."

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2026

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
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Our guide on where to stay in Lantern District

Find the best Lantern District areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Lantern District
Learn more about Lantern District
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

Monarch Beach is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Monarch Beach Golf Links or Salt Creek Beach.

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

Del Obispo

If you're spending some time in Del Obispo, The Coach House and The Coach House Concert Hall are top sights worth seeing.

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

While Dana Hills isn't home to many top sights, Monarch Beach Golf Links and Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas are some notable places to visit nearby.

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