Monarch Beach, CA

Dana Point

A golf course with a beach and ocean in the background.
A coastal resort with a beachfront, a golf course, and a large pool area.
A mural of a van and a surfer.
A beach with waves at sunset.
A beach with waves, people, and a distant shoreline with buildings.

Stay near popular Monarch Beach attractions

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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Things to do

Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

￥10,143
per adult
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
High Speed Zodiac Whale Watching Safari from Dana Point

High Speed Zodiac Whale Watching Safari from Dana Point

￥17,392
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
High Speed Zodiac Whale Watching Safari from Dana Point
Dana Point Dolphin & Whale Watching With Underwater Viewing

Dana Point Dolphin & Whale Watching With Underwater Viewing

￥16,254
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dana Point Dolphin & Whale Watching With Underwater Viewing
Dolphin & Whale Watching Eco-Safari with Underwater Viewing

Dolphin & Whale Watching Eco-Safari with Underwater Viewing

￥17,392
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Dolphin & Whale Watching Eco-Safari with Underwater Viewing
Small-Group Best Beaches in Orange County Day Tour

Small-Group Best Beaches in Orange County Day Tour

￥14,466
per adult
Small-Group Best Beaches in Orange County Day Tour
Whale-Watching and Orange County Beaches Tour from Anaheim

Whale-Watching and Orange County Beaches Tour from Anaheim

￥16,091
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Whale-Watching and Orange County Beaches Tour from Anaheim
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Monarch Beach Hotel Deals

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

5 out of 5
1 Monarch Beach Resort Dana Point CA
The price is ￥153,966 per night from Aug 13 to Aug 14
￥153,966
￥182,882 total
Aug 13 - Aug 14
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Dana Point. Enjoy 3 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (678 reviews)
"Nice property overall. Enjoyed our stay for our anniversary and would go back in the future."

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2026

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

5 out of 5
1 Ritz Carlton Dr Dana Point CA
The price is ￥170,190 per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
￥170,190
￥200,821 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Dana Point. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (56 reviews)
"Everything was exceptional from the moment you arrive till your departure. Our travel coordinator Tri was the best!"

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2026

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
Sonesta Select Laguna Hills Irvine Spectrum

Sonesta Select Laguna Hills Irvine Spectrum

3 out of 5
23175 Avenida De La Carlota Laguna Hills CA
The price is ￥15,413 per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
￥15,413
￥16,985 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Laguna Hills. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,873 reviews)
"Very nice and clean"

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2026

Sonesta Select Laguna Hills Irvine Spectrum
Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

3.5 out of 5
17941 Von Karman Avenue Irvine CA
The price is ￥23,038 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
￥23,038
￥28,963 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Irvine. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport
Laguna Hills Lodge

Laguna Hills Lodge

2.5 out of 5
23932 Paseo De Valencia Laguna Hills CA
The price is ￥17,376 per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
￥17,376
￥19,114 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,370 reviews)
"Noise"

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2026

Laguna Hills Lodge
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Irvine Spectrum

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Irvine Spectrum

3 out of 5
14972 Sand Canyon Ave Irvine CA
The price is ￥17,084 per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
￥17,084
￥18,792 total
Aug 9 - Aug 10
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Irvine. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
6.8/10 (1,369 reviews)
"Location is great and close to food and freeway. Breakfast was about average. Staff was mostly friendly. Unfortunately, the property was only a 1 out off 10! Very poorly maintained and dirty. 3 floors to the hotel shaped like a big rectangle with 1 elevator at each end. Only 1 elevator was working. ..."

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Irvine Spectrum
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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
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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.
Photo by Ruth Rieckehoff
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 Baby Beach.

Monarch Beach, CA

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