The 10 Best Hotels Near Dana Strands Beach, Dana Point from CA $123

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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 resort with a pool, palm trees, and a checkered floor.

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

1. The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

Monarch Beach, 1.2 km from Dana Strands Beach

Jessica

CA $1,201

CA $1,435 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

A resort pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a swimming pool, and a building with multiple balconies.

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.

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

2. Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

Monarch Beach, 1.9 km from Dana Strands Beach

Ryan

CA $1,133

CA $1,361 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

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

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

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, overlooking a coastal town.

3. Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

Lantern District, 2.2 km from Dana Strands Beach

Karen

CA $387

CA $487 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

A marina with boats docked, a rocky breakwater, and a coastal town in the background.

4. Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

2.5 km from Dana Strands Beach

Donald

CA $153

CA $170 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

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

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

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.

5. Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

Capistrano Beach, 3.2 km from Dana Strands Beach

Ramona

CA $209

CA $234 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A marina with numerous boats docked, a parking lot, and a building with multiple floors in the background.

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.

6. Dana Point Marina Inn

Dana Point Harbor, 1.9 km from Dana Strands Beach

Emilio

CA $111

CA $123 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

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

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

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

Two beds with white bedding and patterned blankets, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with sunlight streaming in.

7. West Coast Surf and Stay

11.8 km from Dana Strands Beach

Michael

CA $166

CA $183 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

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

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

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

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

8. Calafia Inn

12.1 km from Dana Strands Beach

Aaron

CA $173

CA $191 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large painting of a sunset.

An outdoor patio with a stone fireplace, metal chairs, and potted plants.

A conference table with a vase of red roses in the center, surrounded by leather chairs.

A hotel with a tiled roof, multiple windows, and a flag.

9. Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

16.2 km from Dana Strands Beach

Xiao Rong

CA $202

CA $223 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A balcony with a view of the ocean, palm trees, and a beach.

A hillside building with multiple balconies, a staircase leading up to the building, and palm trees.

A living room with a teal sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a framed landscape painting on the wall.

A coastal landscape with rocky terrain, a grassy foreground, and a beach in the background.

10. Laguna Surf

10.3 km from Dana Strands Beach

Jasmine

CA $250

CA $285 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a fireplace, and a painting on the wall.

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

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

11. The Tides Laguna Beach

11.3 km from Dana Strands Beach

Valle

CA $218

CA $248 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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

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

A resort with a large swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a view of mountains.

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

CA $723

CA $914 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A coastal beach with a rocky cliff, palm trees, and a calm sea.

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 a central island, green cabinets, white stools, and a person preparing drinks.

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

13. Le Petit Pali Laguna Beach

6.9 km from Dana Strands Beach

Ralph

CA $410

CA $468 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

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

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.

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

14. Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

17.9 km from Dana Strands Beach

Sanyla

CA $179

CA $197 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A terrace with outdoor seating, overlooking a body of water, and a building with a balcony.

A living room with a ceiling fan, a flat-screen TV, a wooden coffee table with a plant, a sofa, and a view of the ocean through large sliding doors.

A bedroom with a large bed, a view of the sea, and a balcony with a table and chairs.

A coastal residential area with houses, a beach, and palm trees.

15. Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels

9.9 km from Dana Strands Beach

Terence

CA $378

CA $472 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

16. Capistrano Coast House

Capistrano Beach, 4.4 km from Dana Strands Beach

Neiufi

CA $205

CA $228 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

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

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

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a lamp, and a surfboard on the wall.

17. Laguna Beach House

11.4 km from Dana Strands Beach

Sydney

CA $240

CA $333 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

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

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a palm tree, and a clear sky.

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

18. Montage Laguna Beach

6.8 km from Dana Strands Beach

Alyssa

CA $1,499

CA $1,833 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

An outdoor seating area with rows of chairs and tables, a stone pathway, and a building with large windows and balconies in the background.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, wooden beams, and large windows.

A hotel with a central courtyard, a fountain, and a covered entrance.

An outdoor pool area with wicker furniture, a stone wall, and a pergola.

19. Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, Autograph Collection by Marriott

6.6 km from Dana Strands Beach

Jean-Carlo

CA $380

CA $489 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

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

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, a large abstract painting, a bedside lamp, and a glass partition.

20. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Irvine Lake Forest

18.3 km from Dana Strands Beach

Sapna

CA $174

CA $192 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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Compare popular hotels close to Dana Strands Beach

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel	9.2 Wonderful 81 reviews	View
Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach	9.2 Wonderful 711 reviews	View
Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa	8.6 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel	8.4 Very good 1,002 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach	8.2 Very good 1,004 reviews	View

Top Dana Strands Beach Hotel Reviews

Dana Point Marina Inn

10/10 Excellent

"This was a great 1-night stay right in the harbor! Will do back!"

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was very good, friendly, and went above and beyond to make you feel comfortable and welcome. A surprise upon check-in was the $25 per day parking fee; I did not see that on the site when making the reservation. Breakfast is good. The location is fantastic. I would stay again."

Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

8/10 Good

"Great location, friendly staff and clean. The only issue we had is our room was not serviced during our stay. We had to go down for towels each day."

Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

10/10 Excellent

"Love it."

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"I enjoyed the property! They are remodeling but it was great"

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

10/10 Excellent

"Bob was a very responsive host. The house is lovely and had plenty of space for our group. We loved the outdoor areas and neighborhood. There are many great restaurants and beach spots within a short distance."

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"

+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."

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 landscape with a clear blue ocean, a sandy beach, and a town in the distance.

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 studying the exhibits at 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 studying the exhibits at 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 during your visit to 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. Travelers love the area for its beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 87 hotels and other accommodations 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 traveler 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 accommodations 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! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get 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.

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Our top choices for Dana Strands Beach hotels

1. The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

2. Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

3. Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

4. Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

5. Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

6. Dana Point Marina Inn

7. West Coast Surf and Stay

8. Calafia Inn

9. Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

10. Laguna Surf

11. The Tides Laguna Beach

12. The Ranch at Laguna Beach

13. Le Petit Pali Laguna Beach

14. Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

15. Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels

16. Capistrano Coast House

17. Laguna Beach House

18. Montage Laguna Beach

19. Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, Autograph Collection by Marriott

20. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Irvine Lake Forest

Compare popular hotels close to Dana Strands Beach

Top Dana Strands Beach Hotel Reviews

Dana Point Marina Inn

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

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

Dana Point Spanish Revival STR14-0220

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

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

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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