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Our top choices for Monarch Beach hotels

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
5.0 star property
Monarch Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (56 reviews)
"Love the view, great beach access."
United States
Noreen
The price is NZ$2,119
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
3 outdoor pools, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach
5.0 star property
Monarch Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (678 reviews)
"Excellent resort. Coming back on July"
United States
Anna
The price is NZ$1,930
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach
Beach nearby, white sand, sun-loungers, beach towels

Capistrano Coast House

Capistrano Coast House
4.0 star property
Capistrano Beach, 5.3 km from Monarch Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (361 reviews)
"I very nice place to stay in a great location across from the beach"
United States
Lance
The price is NZ$358
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Capistrano Coast House
Coffee service

Casablanca Inn

Casablanca Inn
2.5 star property
9.9 km from Monarch Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,806 reviews)
"Perfect location and free parking right by the trolley route!"
United States
Bobbi
The price is NZ$250
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Casablanca Inn
Garden

Laguna Hills Lodge

Laguna Hills Lodge
2.5 star property
14.7 km from Monarch Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,379 reviews)
"Clean💕Quiet and peaceful Good breakfast Very friendly staff"
United States
grace
The price is NZ$202
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Laguna Hills Lodge
Queen/Queen Shower Loft with Sofa Sleeper | Living area

Lemon Heights Inn

Lemon Heights Inn
2.5 star property
29.3 km from Monarch Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (739 reviews)
"Was really nice definitely would stay again and recommend"
United States
Samuel
The price is NZ$160
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Lemon Heights Inn
Sun deck

The Mara Laguna Beach an AvantStay Hotel

The Mara Laguna Beach an AvantStay Hotel
3.5 star property
7.4 km from Monarch Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (93 reviews)
"it was a nice hotel!"
United States
Natalia
The price is NZ$615
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July
The Mara Laguna Beach an AvantStay Hotel
Exterior

Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG
2.5 star property
10.5 km from Monarch Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"The breakfast was good and fresh."
United States
Carlos
The price is NZ$237
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG
Room amenity

Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point
2.5 star property
Capistrano Beach, 5.1 km from Monarch Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,171 reviews)
"We loved our stay! Great Service,clean rooms and 5min away from Dana point Harbor."
United States
Plinio
The price is NZ$348
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point
Exterior

Best Western Capistrano Inn

Best Western Capistrano Inn
2.5 star property
6.1 km from Monarch Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"The room was clean and up to date. The motel is across the freeway from the old-town sites that one might want to visit, but there is a good walkway, and it's a short walk."
United States
John
The price is NZ$256
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Best Western Capistrano Inn
Exterior

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel
2.5 star property
3.2 km from Monarch Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"The staff were so helpful and pleasant. Parking is easy."
United States
Candice
The price is NZ$267
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel
Standard Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Microwave

Harbor bay inn

Harbor bay inn
26.2 km from Monarch Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (75 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and helpful"
United States
Amarilis
The price is NZ$226
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Harbor bay inn
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Ayres Hotel & Spa Mission Viejo – Lake Forest

Ayres Hotel & Spa Mission Viejo – Lake Forest
3.5 star property
20.9 km from Monarch Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,161 reviews)
"Breakfast was great and the pool clean. We loved the room layout for our family too."
United States
Karina
The price is NZ$181
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Ayres Hotel & Spa Mission Viejo – Lake Forest
Aerial view

Dana Point Marina Inn

Dana Point Marina Inn
3.0 star property
Dana Point Harbor, 3 km from Monarch Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (2,075 reviews)
"Nice location breakfast was great !!!!"
United States
Aaron
The price is NZ$245
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Dana Point Marina Inn
On the beach, white sand, beach towels, beach volleyball

Balboa Inn, On the Beach

Balboa Inn, On the Beach
3.0 star property
21.5 km from Monarch Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location and staff."
United States
Carole
The price is NZ$613
includes taxes & fees
22 July - 23 July
Balboa Inn, On the Beach
Exterior

Laguna Inn & Suites

Laguna Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
8.2 km from Monarch Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (583 reviews)
"Had a great stay and staff were very nice and helpful."
United States
Alejandro
The price is NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July
Laguna Inn & Suites
Surfing/boogie boarding

West Coast Surf and Stay

West Coast Surf and Stay
2.0 star property
12.9 km from Monarch Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (213 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Carlos
The price is NZ$296
includes taxes & fees
20 July - 21 July
West Coast Surf and Stay
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Hotel Avenida, San Clemente Beach

Hotel Avenida, San Clemente Beach
2.0 star property
10.4 km from Monarch Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice clean large room. Friendly staff, good parking and nice location. We enjoyed our stay and would recommend to anyone looking for a clean reasonable place to stay."
United States
Gail
The price is NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Hotel Avenida, San Clemente Beach
Beach nearby, beach umbrellas, beach towels

Laguna Beach House

Laguna Beach House
3.0 star property
9.8 km from Monarch Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"This was a wonderful stay with the pool, wine, cookies, and wonderful staff!"
United States
Renee
The price is NZ$680
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July
Laguna Beach House
Reception

San Clemente Inn

San Clemente Inn
3.0 star property
13.6 km from Monarch Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,579 reviews)
"Amazing stay!"
United States
Ryan
The price is NZ$241
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
San Clemente Inn
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Our guide on where to stay in Monarch Beach

Find the best Monarch Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Monarch Beach
Learn more about Monarch Beach
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 South Day Use Beach.

A marina with numerous boats docked along the water.
Photo by Ruth Rieckehoff
Open Photo by Ruth Rieckehoff

Lantern District

If you're spending some time in Lantern District, Dana Point Preserve and Heritage Park 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 Baby 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 Sea Caves are top sights worth seeing.

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 Baby Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Top Monarch Beach Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Monarch Beach

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Property was great. I just wished they told me about parking and how they just automatically charged me"
Kimberly 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

Frequently asked questions

What is Monarch Beach like?
Monarch Beach is a neighbourhood that people enjoy for its beautiful beaches. Make sure that you visit Monarch Beach Golf Links and Salt Creek Beach as part of your Monarch Beach travel plans.
What's a favourite place to stay in Monarch Beach?
Based on our traveller data, Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach is one of the top choices for your stay in Monarch Beach. This resort offers 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Another good option for your stay in the area is The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Monarch Beach?
If you're searching for places to stay in Dana Point, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 132 Monarch Beach hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Monarch Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals in Monarch Beach.
What can I see and do in this Dana Point neighbourhood?
Dip your toes in the water at Salt Creek Beach or Dana Strands Beach while you're in Monarch Beach. Monarch Beach Golf Links and Dana Point Preserve are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. Three Arch Bay Beach, Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas and Dana Hills Tennis Center are just a few of the places to visit in and around Monarch Beach. When you're sightseeing in Dana Point, Baby Beach and Nature Interpretive Center are also worth a stop.

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