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El Caminante Bar & Bungalows

4.0 star property
Fun on the beach, near Dana Point Harbor

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Beach/ocean view
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior entrance
Restaurant
Exterior
Unwind at El Caminante Bar & Bungalows, an upscale beachside haven in Capistrano Beach. With a coffee shop, bar, and restaurant on site, you'll have everything you need to relax. Stay active with hiking/biking trails nearby or try bodyboarding with equipment available on site.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
The current price is ￥25,013
￥32,960 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15

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Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Patio

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Ocean View King with Patio & Chiminea | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Ocean View King with Patio & Chiminea

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Ocean View King

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Ocean View 2-Bedroom Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Ocean View 2-Bedroom Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
Bathrobes
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Ocean View King with Balcony | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Ocean View King with Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
92624, CA, Dana Point, 34862 Pacific Coast Hwy

What's nearby

  • Capistrano Beach Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Doheny State Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • The Coach House - 3 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Dana Point Harbor - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Salt Creek Beach Park - 5 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Better Buzz - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪A's Burgers - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Rosetta Coffee Brewing Company - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪El Pollo Loco - ‬3 min drive

About this property

El Caminante Bar & Bungalows

Upscale hotel near Doheny State Beach
A coffee shop/cafe, a bar, and a restaurant are just a few of the amenities provided at El Caminante Bar & Bungalows. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a white sand beach and sun loungers. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and beach towels
  • A nature reserve, beach umbrellas, and a 24-hour front desk
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

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 to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 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

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • In a nature reserve
  • On the beach

Spa

  • In-room 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
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

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 at the property

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. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 35.00 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach access
  • Concierge service
  • In-room coffee

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10.00 to 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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
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 does it cost to stay at El Caminante Bar & Bungalows?

As of Sep 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Caminante Bar & Bungalows on Sep 14, 2025 start from ￥25,013, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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?

Nestled on the beach, this Capistrano Beach hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Poche Beach and Doheny State Beach. South Day Use Beach and Capistrano Beach Park are also within 10 minutes.

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El Caminante Bar & Bungalows Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 190 out of 225 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 225 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 225 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 225 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 225 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bryant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simply a very cool place, really well done!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean Marc

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Was ok hotel Nice bar
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The grounds are beautiful and well kept. While the rooms are small they are comfortable. The restoration was beautifully done
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay in this place! Already missing it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely charmiing and the staff made us feel like family. Beautifullly decorated and well maintained. Perfect place for a sister retreat. Definitely coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jamila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
By the ocean, fire on the patio, walkable to restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property next to the beach
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a weekend away for an anniversary! We loved the short walk to the beach and food. We also enjoyed the comfortable bed and wonderful staff. I would recommend this hotel to anyone who wants a beach front hotel 😊
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peteris

Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Lindokuhle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and cozy. Partly, homely.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great. We will always stay here and recommend it to our friends.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, recently restored resort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madhur

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place by the ocean. Amazing hospitality. Would visit again if possible.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachele

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely stunning property.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique property, clean rooms with welcoming decor. The outside patio areas are great but lack privacy. Went for a day, nice place to just unwind near the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the beautiful spanish tile throughout the hotel and floral landscape. Our room had a balcony with ocean view which we enjoyed especially the evening sunset. We found nothing to dislike.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is the ONE in the area. Adorable, clean, soulful, restful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The picture dont do justice to this hotel. It was absolutely stunning. It was a short trip for us but it was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous inn! Thoughtfully remodeled! Directly across from the beach!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right by beach and staff was amazing. Even offered us some bikes for the beach
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well maintained
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful hotel! Very unique and well appointed. Service was impeccable!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorgen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful find. Little bit of traffic noise, but worth it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025