10 Best Hotels & Accommodation Closest to Dana Strands Beach in Dana Point from NZ$180

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A breakfast table with plates of food, a blue vase, and a view of the sea.

A room with striped armchairs, a sofa, and a wicker ottoman. Large windows offer a view of the outdoors.

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden four-poster bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and a view of the ocean through the windows.

A marina with numerous boats docked, a pier, and a beach area.

1. Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Lantern District, 0.8 km from Dana Strands Beach

Mark Robert

NZ$643

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a view of the outdoors.

A couple dining at a table with a view of the ocean, surrounded by wicker chairs and a tiled floor.

A spacious lobby with a central table, seating arrangements, and a large chandelier.

2. Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

Monarch Beach, 1.9 km from Dana Strands Beach

Ryan

NZ$1,572

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A patio with two chairs, a fire feature, and a view of a hillside with houses and palm trees.

A coastal view from a balcony with a curved balustrade overlooking a sandy beach and ocean.

A luxurious dining area with a view of the ocean, elegant furniture, and a grand staircase.

A coastal hotel with a beachfront view, featuring a large building with a red-tiled roof and multiple balconies, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained lawn.

3. The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

Monarch Beach, 1.2 km from Dana Strands Beach

Jessica

NZ$1,881

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A coastal resort with multiple-story buildings, a golf course, and a beach.

A spacious dining area with a long table set for a meal, surrounded by chairs. Large windows provide a view of the outdoors.

A resort pool area with sun loungers and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a central fire pit, and a view of the sunset over a landscape with trees and a building.

4. Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

Lantern District, 2.2 km from Dana Strands Beach

Karen

NZ$573

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A hotel with a grand entrance, multiple balconies, and a staircase leading to the main entrance.

A spacious living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

A grand entrance with a white balustrade, a blue overhang, and a statue of dolphins.

A hotel pool area with lounge chairs and a sign reading "Best Western PLUS".

5. Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

2.5 km from Dana Strands Beach

Rick

NZ$211

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, a central fire pit, and a view of the ocean.

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and large windows allowing natural light.

A coastal landscape with a rocky shoreline, a pier extending into the water, and a flock of birds on the beach.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small round table, and a bench. There is a wardrobe, a mirror, and a door leading to a bathroom.

6. Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

Capistrano Beach, 3.2 km from Dana Strands Beach

Ramona

NZ$282

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A reception area with a 'WELCOME' sign, a receptionist, and two armchairs with decorative pillows.

A beach with waves, a sandy shore, and some vegetation in the foreground.

A marina with numerous boats docked, a parking area, and a view of the ocean.

7. Dana Point Marina Inn

Dana Point Harbor, 1.9 km from Dana Strands Beach

Emilio

NZ$180

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A balcony with potted plants, a metal fence, and a clear blue sky.

A sign with the text "West Coast Surf and Stay" against a clear blue sky.

A family with a dog and a surfboard in a room with a tiled floor.

A coastal scene with a sunset, buildings, and a person surfing.

8. West Coast Surf and Stay

11.8 km from Dana Strands Beach

Michael

NZ$227

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A night scene with a large agave plant in a planter, a well-lit building with blue doors, and a grassy lawn.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a small refrigerator.

A neatly made bed with white linens, a wooden headboard, and a small wooden nightstand beside it.

A motel with blue doors and windows, outdoor seating with wooden chairs, and a parking sign indicating a minimum fine.

9. Calafia Inn

12.1 km from Dana Strands Beach

Aaron

NZ$227

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

An outdoor patio with a stone fireplace, seating area, and potted plants.

A building with a white exterior, a balcony with white railings, and hanging white flowers.

A building with a sign reading "TIDES" and a vehicle parked in front.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and a building with a tiled roof.

10. The Tides Laguna Beach

11.3 km from Dana Strands Beach

Heidi

NZ$247

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs, a sandy beach, and a clear blue sea.

A hallway with surfboards, a chessboard, and various plants.

An outdoor patio with wooden chairs, a fire pit, and string lights.

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and string lights.

11. Laguna Beach House

11.4 km from Dana Strands Beach

Sydney

NZ$419

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A dining area with a view of a golf course and hills.

An aerial view of a golf course with a clubhouse, parking area, and surrounding hills.

An aerial view of a golf course with a mountainous backdrop, a parking area, and buildings with red roofs.

A bar area with a stone wall, wooden ceiling beams, and multiple bar stools.

12. The Ranch at Laguna Beach

6.2 km from Dana Strands Beach

Lilit

NZ$1,149

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

13. Capistrano Coast House

Capistrano Beach, 4.4 km from Dana Strands Beach

Neiufi

NZ$332

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A bar area with green cabinets, white stools, and a bar counter. There is a green sofa with striped cushions and a small table with a lamp.

A modern living room with a green sofa, a round wooden coffee table, and a wicker chair. There is a large window with a view of trees and a balcony.

A kitchen with green cabinets, a marble countertop, and hanging pendant lights.

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of a balcony with plants.

14. Le Petit Pali Laguna Beach

6.9 km from Dana Strands Beach

Ralph

NZ$632

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

A pool area with lounge chairs, a stone wall, and palm trees.

A covered outdoor seating area with rows of benches and hanging planters.

A room with a blue upholstered sofa, a round table with a vase, and a star-shaped hanging light.

A room with two beds, a patterned tile wall, and a central door.

15. Casa Laguna Hotel & Spa

8 km from Dana Strands Beach

Rosa

NZ$437

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A coastal view with a well-maintained lawn, outdoor seating area, and a fire pit.

An aerial view of a coastal resort with multiple buildings, a beachfront, and a pool area.

A spacious interior with a high ceiling, large windows offering a view of the sea, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

A coastal town with beachfront properties, a beach, and a mountain backdrop.

16. Montage Laguna Beach

6.8 km from Dana Strands Beach

Alyssa

NZ$1,829

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A modern hotel with a curved facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern bar area with high stools, a counter with a variety of bottles, and pendant lighting.

A coastal beach with clear blue waters, sandy shore, and lush greenery.

An outdoor seating area with a sofa, chairs, and a table, a large umbrella, and a modern building with large windows and a metal fence.

17. Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

17.9 km from Dana Strands Beach

Nurdin

NZ$247

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor patio with a stone wall, a fire feature, and outdoor seating.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent signage for 'Springhill Suites by Marriott'.

A modern restaurant with multiple seating areas, a bar, and a large TV screen.

18. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Irvine Lake Forest

18.3 km from Dana Strands Beach

Cynthia

NZ$239

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A building with a white facade, red-tiled roof, and arched windows. There are outdoor tables and red umbrellas, and palm trees in the background.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and free weights.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a chair, and two wall-mounted lamps.

A bakery counter with various pastries and a sign indicating breakfast is ready.

19. Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG

9.5 km from Dana Strands Beach

Nomer

NZ$221

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A balcony with two wooden chairs and a table, overlooking a beach with palm trees and the ocean.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the sea.

A modern living room with a white sofa, a wooden chair, a coffee table, and a fireplace with a decorative piece above it.

A beach with rocky terrain, a palm tree, and a building with a staircase leading down to the beach.

20. Capri Laguna on the Beach

9.2 km from Dana Strands Beach

Zaria

NZ$481

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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Compare top hotels near Dana Strands Beach

Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn Lantern District, 0.8 km from Dana Strands Beach View	Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Monarch Beach, 1.9 km from Dana Strands Beach View	The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel Monarch Beach, 1.2 km from Dana Strands Beach View	Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa Lantern District, 2.2 km from Dana Strands Beach View	Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel 2.5 km from Dana Strands Beach View
9.6 Exceptional 725 reviews	9.2 Wonderful 711 reviews	9.2 Wonderful 81 reviews	8.6 Excellent 1,001 reviews	8.4 Very good 1,001 reviews
NZ$643 includes taxes & fees 1 Nov - 2 Nov	NZ$1,572 includes taxes & fees 22 Nov - 23 Nov	NZ$1,881 includes taxes & fees 28 Oct - 29 Oct	NZ$573 includes taxes & fees 23 Nov - 24 Nov	NZ$211 includes taxes & fees 1 Nov - 2 Nov

Top Dana Strands Beach Hotel Reviews

Casa de la Ballena, back available on VRBO. Permit STR15-0329, walk to the beach

10/10 Excellent

"Our family of 4 adults and 2 young children stayed at Casa De La Ballena. We had a great time and loved our accommodations. I would highly recommend it to anyone."

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

8/10 Good

"Hotel was undergoing renovation. We were not able to use some of their amenities."

Dana Point Spanish Revival STR14-0220

10/10 Excellent

"This property is unique, pleasurable and very roomy. It is clean with a well-stocked kitchen. The location is excellent. I would recommend to anyone staying in the Dana Point general area."

Lantern District condo. Huge private view deck. All on one level. Walk to harbor

10/10 Excellent

"we really enjoyed being there an it's a great location. Thank God for the ACNancy was a great communicator and checked in on us as well"

Cali beach living! Modern 2 BR home. Pet friendly. Walk to town, beaches, harbor

10/10 Excellent

"What an amazing home and fantastic host! We stay in many homes and this is by far one of our absolute favorites. We would have stayed longer if we could and hope to be back one day. The house is stunning, spacious, clean and comfortable and love the indoor outdoor living, The neighbors are great too!"

+Front row condo. Steps to sandy beach, sunset, trails. Exclusive Resort+

8/10 Good

"Nice location. Dana Point downtown & beaches a short drive. Best suited for short stays as internet and cell service made communication difficult at times."

Luxurious coastal condo with amazing backyard

10/10 Excellent

"Great place in walking distance to Dana Point. Had a great time with our stay and the check in/out couldn’t be easier."

Modern Beach Condo - Luxury Coastal Retreat

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful stay at the apartment. It is new renovated and very nice funitured and very functional. It‘s perfect. Beautiful location and village. We will come back ! We loved it !"

Spectacular Oceanfront - the Best Views in Dana Point !!!!!

10/10 Excellent

"The property was EXACTLY as shown in their ad - and it is spectacular!!! The unobstructed view was perfect and the soothing sounds of the lapping waves was very soothing.Owners were great at checking in with us and quickly answered any and all questions.Property was immaculate and everything was clean and completely functional.We couldn't have asked for a better place to stay!!!!!! "

Other attractions near Dana Strands Beach

A lifeguard tower labeled SC 2 on a beach at sunset.

Salt Creek Beach Park

9.0/10 (272 reviews)

Salt Creek Beach Park is just one of the places to see in Dana Point, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants.

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A coastal town with a marina, a pier, and a sunset over the water.

Dana Point Preserve

You can take time to visit Dana Point Preserve during your travels to Dana Point. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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A coastal marina with boats, a pier, and a sandy beach.

Ocean Institute

8.8/10 (192 reviews)

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

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A rocky shoreline with a sailboat on calm blue waters.

Baby Beach

8.8/10 (140 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Baby Beach during your trip to Dana Point?

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A marina with several sailboats docked, a small boat with yellow life jackets, and a hilly landscape in the background.

Dana Cove Park

9.0/10 (158 reviews)

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Dana Cove Park, a lovely green space in Dana Point. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the surfing spots.

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Nature Interpretive Center

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Nature Interpretive Center during your trip to Dana Point. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

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Harbor Point Park

9.2/10 (150 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Harbor Point Park and enjoy the surfing in Dana Point. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its lively festivals.

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Eco-Adventure Center at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

8.4/10 (34 reviews)

Walk around the campus at Eco-Adventure Center at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel as part of your travels around Dana Point. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the surfing spots.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Dana Strands Beach?

Dana Strands Beach is located in Dana Point. Travellers love the area for its beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 87 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Dana Strands Beach?

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Dana Strands Beach. Other good choices within a few miles include Dana Point Marina Inn and Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach.

How many hotels will I find close to Dana Strands Beach?

Expedia has 87 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Dana Strands Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Dana Strands Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near Dana Strands Beach.

What can I see and do near Dana Strands Beach?

You'll want to browse the collections at Mission San Juan Capistrano, Ocean Institute and Nature Interpretive Center. You can enjoy live performances at The Coach House and Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas. Get outside and spend some time strolling around Salt Creek Beach, Capistrano Beach Park and Dana Cove Park.

Top Hotels Near Dana Strands Beach in Dana Point from NZ$180

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Our top choices for Dana Strands Beach hotels

1. Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

2. Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

3. The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

4. Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

5. Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

6. Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

7. Dana Point Marina Inn

8. West Coast Surf and Stay

9. Calafia Inn

10. The Tides Laguna Beach

11. Laguna Beach House

12. The Ranch at Laguna Beach

13. Capistrano Coast House

14. Le Petit Pali Laguna Beach

15. Casa Laguna Hotel & Spa

16. Montage Laguna Beach

17. Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

18. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Irvine Lake Forest

19. Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG

20. Capri Laguna on the Beach

Compare top hotels near Dana Strands Beach

Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

Top Dana Strands Beach Hotel Reviews

Casa de la Ballena, back available on VRBO. Permit STR15-0329, walk to the beach

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

Dana Point Spanish Revival STR14-0220

Lantern District condo. Huge private view deck. All on one level. Walk to harbor

Cali beach living! Modern 2 BR home. Pet friendly. Walk to town, beaches, harbor

+Front row condo. Steps to sandy beach, sunset, trails. Exclusive Resort+

Luxurious coastal condo with amazing backyard

Modern Beach Condo - Luxury Coastal Retreat

Spectacular Oceanfront - the Best Views in Dana Point !!!!!

Other attractions near Dana Strands Beach

Salt Creek Beach Park

Dana Point Preserve

Ocean Institute

Baby Beach

Dana Cove Park

Nature Interpretive Center

Harbor Point Park

Eco-Adventure Center at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

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