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Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
4.0 star property
Lantern District
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (681 reviews)
"wonderful boutique hotel! Staff was amazing and breakfast was delicious."
United States
Mark
The price is ￥50,525
￥61,583 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
Restaurant

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa
4.0 star property
Lantern District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Great room, very quiet, staff friendly. Parking should be free for hotel guests."
United States
Nicolas
The price is ￥50,036
￥62,133 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa
Beach nearby, white sand, sun loungers, beach towels

Capistrano Coast House

Capistrano Coast House
4.0 star property
Capistrano Beach, 3 km from Lantern District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (332 reviews)
"Great place for couples to get away,osbaldo was very helpful and very professional"
United States
omar
The price is ￥29,320
￥32,603 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 2 - Jul 3
Capistrano Coast House
Garden

Laguna Hills Lodge

Laguna Hills Lodge
2.5 star property
16.1 km from Lantern District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,298 reviews)
"cozy stay with good restaurants close by"
United States
Julie
The price is ￥15,867
￥17,453 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 2 - Jul 3
Laguna Hills Lodge
Sundeck

The Mara Laguna Beach an AvantStay Hotel

The Mara Laguna Beach an AvantStay Hotel
3.5 star property
9.6 km from Lantern District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (69 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 ￥39,038
￥44,503 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 22 - Jul 23
The Mara Laguna Beach an AvantStay Hotel
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Ayres Hotel & Spa Mission Viejo – Lake Forest

Ayres Hotel & Spa Mission Viejo – Lake Forest
3.5 star property
21.6 km from Lantern District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,143 reviews)
"Great room, great breakfast, plenty of parking at no charge."
United States
Stephen
The price is ￥20,549
￥22,233 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Ayres Hotel & Spa Mission Viejo – Lake Forest
Coffee service

Casablanca Inn

Casablanca Inn
2.5 star property
7.7 km from Lantern District
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,780 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 ￥21,034
￥23,137 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Casablanca Inn
On the beach, white sand, beach towels, beach volleyball

Balboa Inn, On the Beach

Balboa Inn, On the Beach
3.0 star property
23.8 km from Lantern District
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,006 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 ￥48,263
￥57,941 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Balboa Inn, On the Beach
View from property

Sea Horse Resort

Sea Horse Resort
3.5 star property
9.2 km from Lantern District
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (913 reviews)
"Staff was very accomidating with early checkin"
United States
Anton
The price is ￥54,078
￥63,405 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 2 - Jul 3
Sea Horse Resort
Room, 2 Queen Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

OC Hotel Costa Mesa

OC Hotel Costa Mesa
2.5 star property
28.2 km from Lantern District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,536 reviews)
"We had a great stay! Staff was very helpful and we loved the pool and hot tub area"
United States
Allison
The price is ￥20,923
￥23,226 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
OC Hotel Costa Mesa
Terrace/patio

Best Western Plus Dana Point Inn-by-the-sea

Best Western Plus Dana Point Inn-by-the-sea
2.5 star property
Capistrano Beach, 2.9 km from Lantern District
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,004 reviews)
"It was all good. Kind and helpful staff!"
United States
Constance
The price is ￥23,182
￥25,776 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Best Western Plus Dana Point Inn-by-the-sea
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Hyatt Regency Newport Beach

Hyatt Regency Newport Beach
4.0 star property
24 km from Lantern District
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,010 reviews)
"Nice, clean hotel, family relaxing time."
United States
Alma
The price is ￥37,746
￥50,930 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Hyatt Regency Newport Beach
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Hyatt Regency Irvine

Hyatt Regency Irvine
4.0 star property
26.7 km from Lantern District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,020 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Xiangyang
The price is ￥37,702
￥41,545 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Hyatt Regency Irvine
Room amenity

Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point
2.5 star property
Capistrano Beach, 2.8 km from Lantern District
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,159 reviews)
"very good Hotel and Stuff"
United States
Carlos
The price is ￥20,597
￥22,903 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point
Reception

San Clemente Inn

San Clemente Inn
3.0 star property
11.3 km from Lantern District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,569 reviews)
"Amazing stay!"
United States
Ryan
The price is ￥20,733
￥22,806 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
San Clemente Inn
Lobby

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
4.0 star property
27.7 km from Lantern District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,323 reviews)
"We had a nice stay"
United States
Jamie
The price is ￥22,832
￥25,389 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds | Premium bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Newport Channel Inn - Near Huntington State Beach

Newport Channel Inn - Near Huntington State Beach
2.0 star property
29 km from Lantern District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Great room at a great location"
United States
Julio
The price is ￥33,843
￥37,294 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Newport Channel Inn - Near Huntington State Beach
Lobby

Little Inn By The Bay Newport Beach

Little Inn By The Bay Newport Beach
2.0 star property
26.7 km from Lantern District
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Very nice location"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is ￥44,579
￥49,038 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Little Inn By The Bay Newport Beach
Rooftop terrace

Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel

Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel
3.5 star property
26.1 km from Lantern District
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Great location and friendly staff"
United States
Linda
The price is ￥62,695
￥75,333 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel
3 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)

Renaissance ClubSport Aliso Viejo Laguna Beach Hotel

Renaissance ClubSport Aliso Viejo Laguna Beach Hotel
3.5 star property
12.9 km from Lantern District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (976 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay! Great amenities and clean!"
United States
Natalie
The price is ￥34,774
￥38,332 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Renaissance ClubSport Aliso Viejo Laguna Beach Hotel
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Where to stay in Lantern District

Find the best Lantern District areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Lantern District
Learn more about Lantern District
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 coastal resort with a beachfront, a golf course, and a large pool area.

Monarch Beach

Travelers come to Monarch Beach for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Monarch Beach Golf Links and Salt Creek Beach while you're in town.

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 Ocean Institute.

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 Lantern District Hotel Reviews

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

10/10 Excellent
"We did your outside dinning and the service and food was excellent, We loved the happy hour! "
Robert 2-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Lantern District?
Travelers will be sure to enjoy their time in Dana Point's Lantern District neighborhood. Be sure to check out Dana Point Preserve and Heritage Park as part of your Lantern District travel plans.
What's a favorite hotel to stay in Lantern District?
Based on our traveler data, Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay in Lantern District. This resort is a short 7-minute walk from Dana Point Harbor, and it offers 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa.
How many hotels can I expect to find in Lantern District?
Expedia has 85 hotels and other accommodations in Lantern District to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Dana Point area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Lantern District, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals in Lantern District.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Lantern District?
For additional details about changing or cancelling your trip to Lantern District, click here.
What is there to do in this Dana Point neighborhood?
A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in Lantern District are Dana Point Preserve and Heritage Park. While you're out sightseeing in Dana Point, be sure to visit other sights like Dana Cove Park or Dana Point Harbor.

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