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Our top choices for Monarch Beach hotels

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
5.0 star property
Monarch Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (54 reviews)
"We went here for our anniversary - the room and staff were fantastic. The patio fire pit is wonderful for relaxing."
United States
Charles
The price is ￥152,321
￥180,803 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
3 outdoor pools, 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 ￥148,433
￥176,652 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
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, (339 reviews)
"Great place for couples to get away,osbaldo was very helpful and very professional"
United States
omar
The price is ￥30,348
￥33,745 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Capistrano Coast House
Queen/Queen Shower Loft with Sofa Sleeper | Living area | 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Lemon Heights Inn

Lemon Heights Inn
2.5 star property
29.3 km from Monarch Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (666 reviews)
"Rooms were very clean, beds were comfortable, staff was friendly helpful. Would stay here again."
Canada
Clayton
The price is ￥11,896
￥13,443 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Lemon Heights Inn
Sundeck

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, (72 reviews)
"Great location, great staff, we loved the heated pool jacuzzi and the balcony. Great walk to the main beach area with tons of shops, eateries along the way."
United States
Daniel
The price is ￥46,328
￥52,813 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
The Mara Laguna Beach an AvantStay Hotel
Front of property

Casablanca Inn

Casablanca Inn
2.5 star property
9.9 km from Monarch Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,782 reviews)
"I had a wonderful stay here, its a 5 min walk to the beach with a café around the corner :)"
United States
Vivian
The price is ￥20,554
￥22,610 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
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, (3,310 reviews)
"cozy stay with good restaurants close by"
United States
Julie
The price is ￥17,279
￥19,007 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Laguna Hills Lodge
Reception

San Clemente Inn

San Clemente Inn
3.0 star property
13.6 km from Monarch Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,574 reviews)
"Amazing stay!"
United States
Ryan
The price is ￥22,219
￥24,441 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
San Clemente Inn
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, (211 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Carlos
The price is ￥18,596
￥20,455 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
West Coast Surf and Stay
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, (1,003 reviews)
"Close walkable to San Juan Capistrano Mission and town."
United States
Alice
The price is ￥20,650
￥22,755 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Best Western Capistrano Inn
Exterior

Calafia Inn

Calafia Inn
2.5 star property
13.2 km from Monarch Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (191 reviews)
"Host was polite and helpful. Bed was pretty good. Location conveniently in town.Easy to ealk,drive or bike to many places"
United States
steve
The price is ￥18,776
￥20,654 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Calafia 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, (1,002 reviews)
"The staff were very friendly and helpful. The location was perfect right near the beach and walking distance to the fun zone and shops. The Continental breakfast was ok. The room itself was clean but , was very hot and noisy at night. I think this hotel is geared towards a younger crowd but definitely worth a visit."
United States
Stephen
The price is ￥48,119
￥57,769 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 29 - Jul 30
Balboa Inn, On the Beach
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, (2,048 reviews)
"Great staff and location"
United States
Miaomiao
The price is ￥21,034
￥23,389 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Dana Point Marina Inn
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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)
"Clean well.maintained property with free parking and great access"
United States
Abolfazl
The price is ￥12,939
￥14,479 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Hotel Avenida, San Clemente Beach
Outdoor pool, sun 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, (1,150 reviews)
"Great room, great breakfast, plenty of parking at no charge."
United States
Stephen
The price is ￥17,715
￥19,165 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Ayres Hotel & Spa Mission Viejo – Lake Forest
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, (1,004 reviews)
"Nice hotel"
United States
Ronald
The price is ￥23,104
￥25,690 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel
Rooftop terrace

Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel

Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel
3.5 star property
23.8 km from Monarch Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location and friendly staff"
United States
Linda
The price is ￥59,530
￥71,822 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Bay Shores Peninsula 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)
"I love Everything it’s my favorite place to stay in San Clemente."
United States
Maria
The price is ￥24,040
￥26,444 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG
Standard Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Microwave | Free WiFi

Harbor bay inn

Harbor bay inn
26.2 km from Monarch Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (52 reviews)
"Very clean, comfortable, management were really kind.and helpful. Emjoyed my stay looking forward to stay again."
United States
Norberto
The price is ￥18,513
￥19,995 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Harbor bay inn
Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, alarm clocks

Americas Best Value Inn San Clemente Beach

Americas Best Value Inn San Clemente Beach
2.0 star property
12.9 km from Monarch Beach
7.4 out of 10, Good, (949 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
John
The price is ￥15,564
￥17,121 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Americas Best Value Inn San Clemente Beach
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Where to stay in Monarch Beach

Find the best Monarch Beach areas and neighborhoods 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.
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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

While visiting Del Obispo, you might make a stop by sights like The Coach House and The Sea Caves.

A coastal town with a marina, beach, and residential area.

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.

Top Monarch Beach Hotel Reviews

Harbor bay inn

Harbor bay inn

10/10 Excellent
"Room was well done and bathroom with great shower."
Elysia 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Harbor bay inn

Frequently asked questions

What is Monarch Beach like?
Monarch Beach is a neighborhood that people enjoy for its beautiful beaches. Be sure to check out Monarch Beach Golf Links and Salt Creek Beach as part of your Monarch Beach travel plans.
What's a favorite place to stay in Monarch Beach?
Based on our traveler 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 can I expect 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 accommodations to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Monarch Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals in Monarch Beach.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Monarch Beach?
For additional details about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to Monarch Beach, head over to our customer service page.
What can I see and do in this Dana Point neighborhood?
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 neighborhood. 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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