Monarch Beach Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit

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Dana Point Harbor

Explore the waterfront of Dana Point Harbor and enjoy other activities such as surfing in Dana Point. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Dana Point Harbor
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Doheny State Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Doheny State Beach during your travels in Dana Point? While you're in the area, stroll along the marina.

Doheny State Beach
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Salt Creek Beach Park

Explore the lovely green spaces of Salt Creek Beach Park and enjoy the surfing in Dana Point. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets or seek out its golf courses.

Salt Creek Beach Park
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Capistrano Beach Park

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Capistrano Beach Park during your trip to Dana Point? Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Capistrano Beach Park
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Baby Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Baby Beach during your trip to Dana Point? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Baby Beach
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Ocean Institute

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Ocean Institute during your trip to Dana Point. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

Ocean Institute

Activities

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Luxury Catamaran Sunset and Wine Cruise from Dana Point

NZ$96
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Luxury Catamaran Sunset and Wine Cruise from Dana Point
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San Clemente Scramble Scavenger Hunt

NZ$44
Per adult
San Clemente Scramble Scavenger Hunt
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Family and Private Group Whale and Dolphin Watching

NZ$243
Per adult
Family and Private Group Whale and Dolphin Watching
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Our pick of the best Monarch Beach Hotel Deals

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$235 per night from 12 Jun to 13 Jun
NZ$235
per night
12 Jun - 13 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Laguna Hills. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,196 reviews)
"The lobby had a nice lounge area would be better if it had a small bar but it was still nice sitting area"

Reviewed on 3 Jun. 2024

Sonesta Select Laguna Hills Irvine Spectrum
Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club
Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club
5 out of 5
1 Monarch Beach Resort, Dana Point, CA
The price is NZ$1,179 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
NZ$1,179
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Dana Point. Enjoy 3 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (572 reviews)
"Unfortunately, the check-in personnel was not attentive. She was a little bit rude and condescending."

Reviewed on 23 May 2024

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
5 out of 5
1 Ritz Carlton Dr, Dana Point, CA
The price is NZ$1,202 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
NZ$1,202
per night
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Dana Point. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 5 restaurants. Popular attractions Dana Point Harbor and Doheny ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (482 reviews)
"We love this property. The staff makes it exceptional."

Reviewed on 31 May 2024

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport
Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport
3.5 out of 5
2120 Main St, Irvine, CA
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$241 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
NZ$241
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Irvine. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,014 reviews)
No surprises.
"Always consistant service."

Reviewed on 3 Jun. 2024

Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport
Laguna Hills Lodge
Laguna Hills Lodge
2.5 out of 5
23932 Paseo De Valencia, Laguna Hills, CA
The price is NZ$254 per night from 11 Jun to 12 Jun
NZ$254
per night
11 Jun - 12 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Laguna Hills. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,694 reviews)
"This was my first stay at the property. The rooms are really nice and very clean. Overall it's a nice property. I was disappointed in my room location - very noisy, smells from a nearby restaurant, & a view of a parking lot. They also don't let you have much of a late check out - I asked for noon ..."

Reviewed on 1 Jun. 2024

Laguna Hills Lodge
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
4 out of 5
325 Bristol Street, Costa Mesa, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$286 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
NZ$286
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Costa Mesa. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,107 reviews)
"Had a great time. Some softball team adult chaperones got a bit loud last night but staff jumped right in to control them"

Reviewed on 2 Jun. 2024

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
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Other neighbourhoods around Monarch Beach

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Marquesa

While Marquesa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Monarch Beach Golf Links and Salt Creek Beach.

Marquesa
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Regatta

While Regatta may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Salt Creek Beach Park and Ocean Institute.

Regatta
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Lantern District

Lantern District might not have many top sights, but Dana Point Harbor and Doheny State Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Lantern District
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Del Obispo

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

Del Obispo
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Capistrano Beach

5/5(1 area review)

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

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