El Caminante Bar & Bungalows

4.0 star property
Upscale motel near Doheny State Beach

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El Caminante Bar & Bungalows

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Ocean View King with Balcony
Beach nearby, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas
Ocean View King Patio with Chimenea
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Accessible Ocean View King

Overview of El Caminante Bar & Bungalows

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

34862 Pacific Coast Hwy, Dana Point, CA, 92624
  • Popular LocationCapistrano Beach Park4 min walk
  • Popular LocationDana Point Harbor3 min drive
  • Popular LocationDoheny State Beach3 min drive
  • AirportOrange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)26 min drive
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Room options

Ocean View King Patio with Chimenea

cleanliness

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Accessible Ocean View King

cleanliness

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Ocean View King Two Room Suite

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
Pillowtop bed
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Ocean View King with Balcony

cleanliness

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Ocean View Presidential Suite with Sun Deck

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Bathrobes
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Ocean View King

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Dana Point

Located near the beach, El Caminante Bar & Bungalows is in Capistrano Beach, a neighborhood in Dana Point. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Mission San Juan Capistrano, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Doheny State Beach and Crystal Cove State Park. Ocean Institute and The Sea Caves are also worth visiting. With kayaking, scuba diving, and snorkeling nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.

What's nearby

  • Capistrano Beach Park - 4 min walk
  • Dana Point Harbor - 3 min drive
  • Doheny State Beach - 3 min drive
  • The Coach House - 4 min drive
  • Salt Creek Beach Park - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • San Juan Capistrano Depot - 11 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 3 min drive
  • Boneyard Cafe - 4 min drive
  • Denny's - 2 min drive
  • TJ's Woodfire Pizza - 4 min drive
  • A's Burgers - 2 min drive

About this property

El Caminante Bar & Bungalows

Upscale motel located in Capistrano Beach
A coffee shop/cafe, a bar, and a restaurant are just a few of the amenities provided at El Caminante Bar & Bungalows. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like hiking/biking and bodyboards at this motel. Treat yourself to a Swedish massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and a nature reserve
  • A 24-hour front desk, beach umbrellas, and a bodyboard on site
Room features
All guestrooms at El Caminante Bar & Bungalows feature perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and bathrobes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • 47-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free 24-hour offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM–11:30 AM for a fee: USD 10–25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • El Caminante Bar

Things to do

  • Bodyboard
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Hiking/biking trails

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • In a nature reserve

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • In-room massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar near toilet (33 inches high)
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer on request
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 47-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 35.00 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach access
  • Concierge service
  • Fitness center access
  • Fitness/yoga classes

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10.00–25.00 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Capistrano Seaside
Capistrano Seaside Dana Point
Capistrano Seaside Inn
Capistrano Seaside Inn Dana Point
Capistrano Seaside Hotel Capistrano Beach
El Caminante
El Caminante Bar & Bungalows Motel
El Caminante Bar & Bungalows Dana Point
El Caminante Bar & Bungalows Motel Dana Point

Frequently asked questions

Is El Caminante Bar & Bungalows pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at El Caminante Bar & Bungalows?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at El Caminante Bar & Bungalows?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at El Caminante Bar & Bungalows?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is El Caminante Bar & Bungalows located?

Located in Capistrano Beach, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Capistrano Beach Park and Doheny State Beach. The Sea Caves and Lantern Bay County Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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