Title: Visit Dana Point Harbor: Best of Dana Point Harbor, Dana Point Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Dana Point Harbor](https://expedia.ca/Dana-Point-Harbor-Hotels.d960625657564528640.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Dana Point](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Dana-Point.d6752.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Dana Point](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Dana-Point.d6752.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Dana Point Harbor Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Dana-Point-Harbor.d960625657564528640.Car-Rental-Guide)[Dana Point Harbor Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Dana-Point-Harbor.d960625657564528640.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Dana Point Harbor ## Dana Point ![#SpringFun exploring new places and watching the boats sail in to the harbor ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6752/107db7fd-6c33-411c-a6c6-a4f791f1b153.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#SpringFun exploring new places and watching the boats sail in to the harbor ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6752/107db7fd-6c33-411c-a6c6-a4f791f1b153.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Walk with this view. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6752/1fcee5c5-d50a-4bdb-a8d7-d0ad671dee48.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Beautiful walk watching the boats come in and out of the harbor. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6752/e3f567af-1fa5-44a1-8bc8-b1e28a387969.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Took a evening stroll in Dana point this evening this location has I nice little beach tucked off behind the ocean institute there is also a jetty where can do some fishing. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6752/6d8fe5d6-95e5-483d-9bf0-dd247ab5b7d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Dana Point Harbor Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Dana Point travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Dana-Point.dx6752) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Aerial view of marina and the city of Dana Point, southern Orange County, California, U.S.A.; Shutterstock ID 52888921](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6161365/228486da-f050-4249-a1ee-66400442c3c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Dana-Point-Harbor-Dana-Point.d6161365.Vacation-Attraction) ![Walk with this view. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6752/1fcee5c5-d50a-4bdb-a8d7-d0ad671dee48.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ocean Institute You can spend time studying the exhibits at Ocean Institute during your trip to Dana Point. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's beautiful sunsets. [](https://expedia.ca/Ocean-Institute-Dana-Point-Harbor.d6282237.Vacation-Attraction) ![#SpringFun exploring new places and watching the boats sail in to the harbor ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6752/107db7fd-6c33-411c-a6c6-a4f791f1b153.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Baby Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Baby Beach during your trip to Dana Point? [](https://expedia.ca/Baby-Beach-Dana-Point.d553248635976194204.Vacation-Attraction) ![#SpringFun exploring new places and watching the boats sail in to the harbor ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6752/107db7fd-6c33-411c-a6c6-a4f791f1b153.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dana Cove Park 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Dana-Cove-Park-Dana-Point-Harbor.d6282938.Vacation-Attraction) ![Doheny Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6180462/df963526-f884-4fc9-859d-1e42b2797d22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Doheny State Beach Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Doheny State Beach during your travels in Dana Point? While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront. [](https://expedia.ca/Doheny-State-Beach-Dana-Point.d6180462.Vacation-Attraction) ![Having a wonderful time at Salt Creek beach.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6752/d1cac511-6094-4b91-9733-40de6468ff8e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Salt Creek Beach Park 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Salt-Creek-Beach-Park-Monarch-Beach.d6282744.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48142739/b8330be4-f54a-46a6-9181-83a7a747cc9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise CA $74 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/newport-beach-luxury-whale-watching-catamaran-cruise.a48142739.activity-details) ![High Speed Zodiac Whale Watching Safari from Dana Point](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/529082/9507aa69-cc44-48ef-8271-cb9ef5403852.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### High Speed Zodiac Whale Watching Safari from Dana Point CA $139 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/high-speed-zodiac-whale-watching-safari-from-dana-point.a529082.activity-details) ![Dolphin & Whale Watching Eco-Safari with Underwater Viewing](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/529056/92d81285-6272-4b94-b1f5-82cda72fac70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dolphin & Whale Watching Eco-Safari with Underwater Viewing CA $139 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/dolphin-whale-watching-eco-safari-with-underwater-viewing.a529056.activity-details) ![Whale-Watching and Orange County Beach Bus Tour from Anaheim](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1385727/336cbf13-cb0b-4ffc-855b-414fdc384673.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Whale-Watching and Orange County Beaches Tour from Anaheim CA $137 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/whale-watching-and-orange-county-beaches-tour-from-anaheim.a1385727.activity-details) ![Laguna Beach Stand Up Paddle Activity](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46465291/360b2820-5fc7-4475-9c8a-a3832b290fb9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Laguna Beach Stand Up Paddle Activity CA $132 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/laguna-beach-stand-up-paddle-activity.a46465291.activity-details) ![Join our Group Tour or Schedule Private Excursion](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2338187/e5cbbcf7-dfe3-4ecd-9409-b96ce40b41d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Laguna Beach Kayak Tour with Sea Lion Viewing CA $132 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/laguna-beach-kayak-tour-with-sea-lion-viewing.a2338187.activity-details) [See all activities in Dana Point](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Dana-Point.d6752.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Dana Point Harbor Hotel Deals ![Dana Point Marina Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7600/7583/828b11f9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Dana Point Marina Inn 24800 Dana Point Harbor Dr Dana Point CA CA $135 CA $150 total Feb 17 - Feb 18 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in Dana Point. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a marina. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ... 7.8/10 Good! (1,856 reviews) great place to stay Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F02%2F2026&endDate=18%2F02%2F2026&selected=7583&PinnedHotelID=7583&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=960625657564528640) ![Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21700/21603/9b4fd199_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach 325 Bristol Street Costa Mesa CA CA $171 CA $190 total Feb 8 - Feb 9 includes taxes & fees 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! (3,070 reviews) yes Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=21603&PinnedHotelID=21603&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=960625657564528640) ![Laguna Hills Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1864000/1863932/9d1a0297_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Laguna Hills Lodge 23932 Paseo De Valencia Laguna Hills CA CA $128 CA $141 total Feb 8 - Feb 9 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Laguna Hills. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (2,848 reviews) Room was clean, comfy beds, breakfast was fantastic Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=1863932&PinnedHotelID=1863932&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=960625657564528640) ![Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/900/882/78e8b870_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport 2120 Main St Irvine CA CA $212 CA $234 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 includes taxes & fees 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 ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,496 reviews) Very clean, quiet, and staff was very nice! Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=882&PinnedHotelID=882&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=960625657564528640) ![Hyatt Regency Newport Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3800/3754/81576613_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Regency Newport Beach 1107 Jamboree Rd Newport Beach CA CA $266 CA $370 total Feb 13 - Feb 14 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this golf hotel in Newport Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews) Excellent location Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=14%2F02%2F2026&selected=3754&PinnedHotelID=3754&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=960625657564528640) ![Laguna Beach House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/41500/41445/d778e4d1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Laguna Beach House 475 N Pacific Coast Highway Laguna Beach CA CA $202 CA $284 total Feb 8 - Feb 9 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Laguna Beach. Enjoy parking (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews) The great staff, clean rooms, beautiful view of the ocean Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=41445&PinnedHotelID=41445&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=960625657564528640) [See all 3,552 properties in Dana Point Harbor](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=960625657564528640) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Dana Point Harbor hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=960625657564528640&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08)[Feb 7 - Feb 8](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=960625657564528640&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=960625657564528640&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[Feb 8 - Feb 9](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=960625657564528640&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=960625657564528640&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[Feb 13 - Feb 15](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=960625657564528640&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Dana Point Harbor ![Panoramic Aerial View of Dana Point Harbor and PCH, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976481888/d5eb72ce-5079-43b3-a27a-742a338e048f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Lantern District 4/5(1 area review) If you're spending some time in Lantern District, Heritage Park and Dana Point Preserve are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Dana-Point-Lantern-District.dx553248635976481888) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Regatta Though Regatta might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ocean Institute and Dana Point Harbor. [](https://expedia.ca/Dana-Point-Regatta.dx553248635976481278) ![Aerial view looking out over Dana Point Harbor and Baby Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/916798147913650176/852e9a96-ef51-4a5a-839e-ac2a2d2c7c51.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Dana Hills Though Dana Hills might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Monarch Beach Golf Links and Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas. [](https://expedia.ca/Dana-Point-Dana-Hills.dx916798147913650176) ![Ruins of Mission San Juan Capistrano in California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975749269/6aae24fd-248c-4c9a-a363-175695e89c0e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Del Obispo 2/5(1 area review) While visiting Del Obispo, you might make a stop by sights like The Coach House and The Sea Caves. [](https://expedia.ca/Dana-Point-Del-Obispo.dx553248635975749269) ![Dana Point Harbor looking North from Capistrano Beach; Shutterstock ID 22505395; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6511/9d3c2f4f-2a81-4ac9-bfd9-8bffab575c05.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Capistrano Beach 4/5(9 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Dana-Point-Capistrano-Beach.dx6511) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Marquesa When in Marquesa, you can plan a visit to Monarch Beach Golf Links and Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.ca/Dana-Point-Marquesa.dx553248635976473828) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Dana Point Harbor ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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