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 128 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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Our top choices for Monarch Beach hotels

1. Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

Monarch Beach

Jimmy

￥170,641 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

2. The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

Monarch Beach

Noreen

￥187,871 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

3. Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

3.2 km from Monarch Beach

Dawn Elizabeth

￥19,105 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

4. Dana Point Marina Inn

Dana Point Harbor, 3 km from Monarch Beach

brittnie

￥22,997 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

5. Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo

8.4 km from Monarch Beach

Romie

￥21,032 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

6. Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

14.3 km from Monarch Beach

Marisa

￥23,488 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

7. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Irvine Lake Forest

16.5 km from Monarch Beach

Jackie

￥21,599 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

8. Laguna Hills Lodge

14.7 km from Monarch Beach

Chris

￥17,168 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

9. Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

Capistrano Beach, 5.1 km from Monarch Beach

Pamela

￥22,481 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

10. Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

16.1 km from Monarch Beach

John

￥22,837 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

11. Laguna Inn & Suites

8.2 km from Monarch Beach

Junxian

￥14,948 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

12. Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG

10.5 km from Monarch Beach

Gurinder

￥21,350 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

13. Homewood Suites by Hilton Aliso Viejo - Laguna Beach

11 km from Monarch Beach

Anja

￥25,732 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

14. Hotel Avenida, San Clemente Beach

10.4 km from Monarch Beach

Tiziana Gorgan and Jonathan

￥13,560 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

15. Casablanca Inn

9.9 km from Monarch Beach

Allison

￥18,473 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

16. Ayres Hotel & Spa Mission Viejo – Lake Forest

20.9 km from Monarch Beach

Kevin

￥16,871 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

17. Hampton Inn & Suites San Clemente

13.5 km from Monarch Beach

Sean

￥21,196 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

18. Capistrano Coast House

Capistrano Beach, 5.3 km from Monarch Beach

Derrick

￥33,245 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

19. Sonesta Select Laguna Hills Irvine Spectrum

16 km from Monarch Beach

maricar

￥15,183 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Irvine-Orange County Airport

25.1 km from Monarch Beach

JONGKWAN

￥22,857 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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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

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.

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A marina with numerous boats docked along the water.

Lantern District

If you're spending some time in Lantern District, Dana Point Preserve and Heritage Park are top sights worth seeing.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Top Monarch Beach Hotel Reviews

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Nice location"

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

8/10 Good

"Main elevator was down, not an issue for me but could have been for someone. Didn’t pay attention to shuttle hours and my flight was too early, so that sucked but was on me - just something to call out. Not a large selection of goods to choose from if you want something from the store downstairs. And no alcohol, but there is a bar at Embassy Suites next door."

Surf & Sand Laguna Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Came for a weekend getaway with my boyfriend. We were greeting by friendly valet and front desk people. They even offered welcome champagne. We got there early so we had to wait for a room, but it was worth it since we got upgraded to a different room. The views here are worth it. You have access to a pool but we went down to the beach instead. We enjoyed drinks in their lobby area that even had someone playing live music. We dined inside our room for dinner since our view was perfect. Everywhere we went the staff greeted us with smiles and were so nice. Honestly, this was the best hotel stay I've ever had. We're definitely coming back."

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Our top choices for Monarch Beach hotels

1. Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

2. The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

3. Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

4. Dana Point Marina Inn

5. Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo

6. Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

7. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Irvine Lake Forest

8. Laguna Hills Lodge

9. Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

10. Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

11. Laguna Inn & Suites

12. Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG

13. Homewood Suites by Hilton Aliso Viejo - Laguna Beach

14. Hotel Avenida, San Clemente Beach

15. Casablanca Inn

16. Ayres Hotel & Spa Mission Viejo – Lake Forest

17. Hampton Inn & Suites San Clemente

18. Capistrano Coast House

19. Sonesta Select Laguna Hills Irvine Spectrum

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Irvine-Orange County Airport

Where to stay in Monarch Beach

Capistrano Beach

Lantern District

Del Obispo

Dana Point Harbor

Dana Hills

Top Monarch Beach Hotel Reviews

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

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