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The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
5.0 star property
Monarch Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (20)
"Great experience, amazing service, the grounds are beautiful, new remodeled rooms, loved our stay. "
United States
Anastasia
The price is ￥99,958
￥121,988 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21, 2026
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
3 outdoor pools, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club
5.0 star property
Monarch Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (658)
"Loved our stay! Comfortable rooms and great staff!"
United States
Yura
The price is ￥112,298
￥135,990 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15, 2026
Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, soundproofing
The Surfbreak Hotel

The Surfbreak Hotel

The Surfbreak Hotel
2.5 star property
12.8 km from Monarch Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (675)
"Friendly staff"
United States
Daniel
The price is ￥10,004
￥15,722 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
The Surfbreak Hotel
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Costa Mesa Marriott

Costa Mesa Marriott

Costa Mesa Marriott
4.0 star property
27.6 km from Monarch Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1426)
"Everything was great with my christmas stay. "
United States
Britney
The price is ￥17,937
￥19,957 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Costa Mesa Marriott
Free daily buffet breakfast
Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG

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, (1006)
"I like the room clean bed is comfortable and breakfast was good, my kids love the pancakes makers "
United States
somjintana
The price is ￥18,428
￥20,271 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG
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Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo

Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo

Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo
2.5 star property
8.4 km from Monarch Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"The hotel was very clean, quiet, and the breakfast was great"
United States
Joe
The price is ￥17,191
￥18,600 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo
Fountain
Casablanca Inn

Casablanca Inn

Casablanca Inn
2.5 star property
9.9 km from Monarch Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1586)
"Great staff easy check in and room was very clean "
United States
Araceli
The price is ￥27,934
￥30,727 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 10 - Jan 11, 2026
Casablanca Inn
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Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

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, (1000)
"Great location, friendly staff"
United States
Wenpei
The price is ￥18,117
￥20,145 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel
Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, bed sheets
Pacific Edge Hotel

Pacific Edge Hotel

Pacific Edge Hotel
3.0 star property
8.6 km from Monarch Beach
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1331)
"Nice location in town with accessibility to beach."
United States
Shelley
Pacific Edge Hotel
Beach nearby, beach umbrellas, beach towels
Laguna Beach House

Laguna Beach House

Laguna Beach House
3.0 star property
9.8 km from Monarch Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1009)
"Great location, clean rooms, friendly staff. "
United States
Cathy
The price is ￥22,519
￥31,771 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
Laguna Beach House
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Dana Point Marina Inn

Dana Point Marina Inn

Dana Point Marina Inn
3.0 star property
Dana Point Harbor, 3 km from Monarch Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1840)
"Accomadatingvery nice staff and location"
United States
Julia
The price is ￥14,966
￥16,642 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 21 - Jan 22, 2026
Dana Point Marina Inn
Front of property - evening/night
Ramada by Wyndham Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

Ramada by Wyndham Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

Ramada by Wyndham Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
3.0 star property
25.7 km from Monarch Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (2054)
"Nice hotel...The hot tub was properly working and clean."
United States
Selin
The price is ￥13,788
￥15,332 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
Exterior
Best Western Capistrano Inn

Best Western Capistrano Inn

Best Western Capistrano Inn
2.5 star property
6.1 km from Monarch Beach
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"Good room - simple checkin - decent price"
United States
John
The price is ￥16,960
￥18,689 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Best Western Capistrano Inn
Courtyard view
14 West Hotel

14 West Hotel

14 West Hotel
3.0 star property
8.5 km from Monarch Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1003)
"Great staff nice quiet room . Will stay again "
United States
Chris
The price is ￥14,560
￥22,861 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
14 West Hotel
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Sea Horse Resort

Sea Horse Resort

Sea Horse Resort
3.5 star property
11.5 km from Monarch Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (840)
"Awesome stay, parking was scary"
United States
Aaron Salvador
The price is ￥26,002
￥32,376 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Sea Horse Resort
Lobby
Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport
3.5 star property
25.4 km from Monarch Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1036)
"Great stay "
United States
Voltaire
The price is ￥16,124
￥21,206 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport
Beach/ocean view
Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point
2.5 star property
Capistrano Beach, 5.1 km from Monarch Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Hotel is very nice and in a beautiful location. The staff is exceptional, very friendly and helpful. This was our third year staying here during the Christmas holiday. "
United States
Mary
Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point
Garden
Laguna Hills Lodge

Laguna Hills Lodge

Laguna Hills Lodge
2.5 star property
14.8 km from Monarch Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2768)
"Awesome stay for Xmas :) Our third time staying here whenever visiting family. "
United States
Jane
Laguna Hills Lodge
Reception
Ayres Suites Mission Viejo – Lake Forest

Ayres Suites Mission Viejo – Lake Forest

Ayres Suites Mission Viejo – Lake Forest
3.0 star property
20.9 km from Monarch Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1143)
"Great breakfast, friendly check in. "
United States
Erica
The price is ￥17,001
￥18,394 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Ayres Suites Mission Viejo – Lake Forest
Beach
West Coast Surf and Stay

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, (148)
"Cute and Comfy good location and friendly staff will stay again "
United States
Michaelann
The price is ￥15,441
￥16,985 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
West Coast Surf and Stay
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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

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.

Lantern District

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

Dana Point Harbor

While visiting Dana Point Harbor, you might make a stop by sights like Dana Point Harbor and Doheny State Beach.

Del Obispo

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

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

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

10/10 Excellent
"The individual at the front desk was very nice and helpful"
Connor 1-night trip
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MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

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 Expedia customer reviews, Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club is the highest ranked property in Monarch Beach. This resort offers 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Another favorite option in the neighborhood 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 139 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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