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1. Capistrano Coast House

Capistrano Beach, 0.2 km from South Day Use Beach

Fenik

￥25,773

￥28,658 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building.

A modern hotel exterior with a landscaped garden and a sign reading "Riviera Beach & Shores Hilton Vacation Club".

A coastal hotel with multiple buildings, a beach in the foreground, and a hilly backdrop.

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

2. Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores

Capistrano Beach, 0.4 km from South Day Use Beach

Shannon

￥27,760

￥35,111 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A coastal resort with multiple-story buildings, a golf course, and a beach.

A resort pool area with sun loungers and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, overlooking a coastal town.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a central fire pit, and a view of the sunset over a landscape with trees and a building.

3. Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

Lantern District, 2 km from South Day Use Beach

Melvin

￥43,624

￥54,672 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central chandelier, a fireplace, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.

A hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a bar, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

A patio area with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a pool.

4. Residence Inn by Marriott Dana Point San Juan Capistrano

Del Obispo, 1.8 km from South Day Use Beach

Dmitri

￥27,608

￥30,423 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A hotel with a grand entrance, multiple balconies, and a staircase leading to the main entrance.

A hotel pool area with lounge chairs and a sign reading "Best Western PLUS".

A grand entrance with a white balustrade, a blue overhang, and a statue of dolphins.

A marina with boats docked, a rocky breakwater, and a coastal town in the background.

5. Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

1.8 km from South Day Use Beach

Dawn Elizabeth

￥18,375

￥20,432 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A balcony with a table set for two, overlooking a beach with palm trees.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, and a small table with a plant.

A room with a blue sofa, a round table with chairs, and a view of the sunset through large windows with patterned curtains.

A sign for 'Beach Front Inn & Suites at Dana Point' with a palm tree and a building in the background.

6. Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

Capistrano Beach, 0.2 km from South Day Use Beach

Scott

￥18,626

￥20,711 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, a central fire pit, and a view of the ocean.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small round table, and a bench. There is a wardrobe, a mirror, and a door leading to a bathroom.

A coastal landscape with a rocky shoreline, a pier extending into the water, and a flock of birds on the beach.

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and large windows allowing natural light.

7. Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

Capistrano Beach, 1.2 km from South Day Use Beach

Steve

￥21,362

￥23,861 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A marina with numerous boats docked, a parking lot, and a building with multiple floors in the background.

A reception area with a 'WELCOME' sign, a receptionist, and two armchairs with decorative pillows.

A marina with numerous boats docked, a parking area, and a view of the ocean.

A beach with waves, a sandy shore, and some vegetation in the foreground.

8. Dana Point Marina Inn

Dana Point Harbor, 2.3 km from South Day Use Beach

brittnie

￥15,785

￥17,552 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A courtyard with a fountain, seating area, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A hotel sign reading "Best Western PLUS" with a view of the sea and a cityscape in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a view of the outdoors.

A restaurant with a bar area, seating, and a large abstract mural.

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

Capistrano Beach, 0.1 km from South Day Use Beach

Dave

￥19,001

￥21,128 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A coastal scene with a sunset, buildings, and a person surfing.

A sign with the text "West Coast Surf and Stay" against a clear blue sky.

A family with a dog and a surfboard in a room with a tiled floor.

Two beds with white bedding and patterned blankets, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with sunlight streaming in.

10. West Coast Surf and Stay

7.9 km from South Day Use Beach

Dustin

￥22,809

￥25,090 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A modern kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and a hanging light fixture.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden chairs, white cabinetry, and a hanging light fixture.

11. North Beach Villa

5.2 km from South Day Use Beach

Brian

￥55,840

￥61,424 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A night scene with a large agave plant in a planter, a well-lit building with blue doors, and a grassy lawn.

A neatly made bed with white linens, a wooden headboard, and a small wooden nightstand beside it.

A motel with blue doors and windows, outdoor seating with wooden chairs, and a parking sign indicating a minimum fine.

12. Calafia Inn

8.2 km from South Day Use Beach

Anne

￥18,884

￥20,772 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A beach view from a covered patio with lounge chairs and a view of the ocean and pier.

A living room with a view of the ocean, a ceiling fan, and a television on the wall.

A beach with palm trees, a pier, and the ocean.

A pathway lined with tropical plants and a beach view in the background.

13. Beachcomber Inn

6.5 km from South Day Use Beach

Norma

￥58,577

￥65,976 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A coastal view with tall palm trees, a pier extending into the ocean, and a beach with buildings in the background.

A room with a large window overlooking a beach with palm trees and a building with a red-tiled roof.

A spacious room with large windows offering a view of the ocean and palm trees, a ceiling fan, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A spacious living area with a dining table, chairs, a sofa, and a TV. The room has large windows offering a view of the ocean and palm trees.

14. Sea Horse Resort

6.5 km from South Day Use Beach

Elizabeth Dodd

￥42,012

￥49,943 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A breakfast table with plates of food, a blue vase, and a view of the sea.

A room with striped armchairs, a sofa, and a wicker ottoman. Large windows offer a view of the outdoors.

A marina with numerous boats docked, a pier, and a beach area.

A table set for breakfast with a view of the sea, including plates of food, drinks, and a vase of flowers.

15. Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Lantern District, 3.3 km from South Day Use Beach

Marquitta

￥53,184

￥64,280 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large painting of a sunset.

A conference table with a vase of red roses in the center, surrounded by leather chairs.

A snack and beverage display with various packaged snacks and drinks, including Pepsi.

A hotel with a tiled roof, multiple windows, and a flag.

16. Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

17.8 km from South Day Use Beach

Traci

￥20,954

￥23,090 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

A dining area with a view of a golf course and hills.

An aerial view of a golf course with a mountainous backdrop, a parking area, and buildings with red roofs.

A bar area with a stone wall, wooden ceiling beams, and multiple bar stools.

An aerial view of a golf course with a clubhouse, parking area, and surrounding hills.

17. The Ranch at Laguna Beach

9.5 km from South Day Use Beach

Lilit

￥63,122

￥81,747 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

An outdoor patio with a stone fireplace, seating area, and potted plants.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and a building with a tiled roof.

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a fireplace, and a painting on the wall.

A building with a sign reading "TIDES" and a vehicle parked in front.

18. The Tides Laguna Beach

14.8 km from South Day Use Beach

Danton

￥27,885

￥31,789 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A terrace with outdoor seating, overlooking a body of water, and a building with a balcony.

A coastal town with a beach, houses, and a hill in the background.

A bedroom with a large bed, a view of the sea, and a balcony with a table and chairs.

A coastal residential area with houses, a beach, and palm trees.

19. Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels

13.3 km from South Day Use Beach

Ashley

￥49,889

￥61,372 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A pool area with lounge chairs, a stone wall, and palm trees.

A room with a blue upholstered sofa, a round table with a vase, and a star-shaped hanging light.

A covered outdoor seating area with rows of benches and hanging planters.

A room with two beds, a patterned tile wall, and a central door.

20. Casa Laguna Hotel & Spa

11.4 km from South Day Use Beach

Rosa

￥38,716

￥44,211 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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Compare popular hotels close to South Day Use Beach

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Capistrano Coast House	9.4 Exceptional 450 reviews	View
Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores	8.8 Excellent 1,004 reviews	View
Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Residence Inn by Marriott Dana Point San Juan Capistrano	8.6 Excellent 705 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel	8.4 Very Good 1,005 reviews	View

Top South Day Use Beach Hotel Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

8/10 Good

"Overall a nice stay. But it needs updating. Bathrooms small and old fixtures. House phone broke. Ceiling plaster fell down to the floor. Sliding door handle broke. Staff was helpful."

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

8/10 Good

"I like this hotel it's a nice location and clean, really my only gripe was that the AC in the room is quite loud when it turns on to cool the temp. The vending machines used an app that was confusing, bring your own water and snacks. Still, I'd stay here again. I may bring my air purifier next time cus I'm allergic to dust and it's carpet. However I'm sensitive and it's clean and no reviews mentioned any pests, which is why I stayed. The tub seems like it has bubble jets too which is awesome, but I did not try."

Capistrano Coast House

10/10 Excellent

"clean and very peaceful! would recommend"

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

10/10 Excellent

"Walking distance from the beach. Great breakfast and helpful staff."

Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

10/10 Excellent

"Quiet location, friendly staff. The breakfast could use some upgrades. Nice suite"

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Location comfortable reasonable price spacious room."

Luxurious 3-bed/2-bath Coastal Modern Beach Cottage-AC, Walk to Beach!

10/10 Excellent

"Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A nice house, clean and good location."

LARGE CONTEMPORARY HOME ON THE SAND, HOT TUB, CHEF’S KITCHEN, ENDLESS VIEWS

10/10 Excellent

"I can’t say enough about how beautiful this property is and the attention to detail for any guest’s needs. I hope we have the opportunity to use this property again. The only thing that was missing was beach access but I think that will change in the not too distant future."

Stunning Ocean Front Luxury Home - Sleeps 12

10/10 Excellent

"Great experience! Plenty of room for everyone. We saw sea lions from the master bedroom. There wasn't any beach in front of the house while we were there but just the sound of the sea satisfied us. One night , the smoke alarm started chirping and by the next morning, they were at the property putting a new one up. We will stay here again."

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A coastal town with a sandy beach, houses along the cliff, and the ocean.

Capistrano Beach Park

8.8/10 (57 reviews)

Capistrano 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? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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A rocky cave entrance with a view of the beach and ocean.

The Sea Caves

7.4/10 (9 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at The Sea Caves and enjoy the beautiful sunsets during your trip to San Juan Capistrano. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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A coastal town with a beach, a pier, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.

Doheny State Beach

9.0/10 (704 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Doheny State Beach during your travels in Dana Point? Wander the seaside in this family-friendly area.

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A coastal road with a view of the ocean and hills in the distance.

Lantern Bay County Park

8.8/10 (52 reviews)

After visiting Lantern Bay County Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Dana Point. Discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area, or enjoy its surfing spots.

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Pines Park

8.4/10 (70 reviews)

After visiting Pines Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Dana Point. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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North Day Use Beach

6.8/10 (5 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at North Day Use Beach during your trip to Dana Point? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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Dana Wharf

Explore the waterfront in Dana Point with a trip to Dana Wharf.

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Massage Envy Spa

8.0/10 (1 review)

Enjoy a trip to Massage Envy Spa and popular activities like surfing in San Clemente. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around South Day Use Beach?

South Day Use Beach is located in Dana Point. This family-friendly area is known for its beautiful beaches and camping. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 108 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to South Day Use Beach?

Adjacent to South Day Use Beach, Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free WiFi. Other good options close by include Capistrano Coast House and Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach.

How many hotels will I be able to find near South Day Use Beach?

Expedia has 108 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from South Day Use Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near South Day Use Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near South Day Use Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near South Day Use Beach?

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What can I see and do near South Day Use Beach?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Mission San Juan Capistrano, Ocean Institute, or Nature Interpretive Center. You can enjoy live performances at The Coach House and Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Capistrano Beach Park, Salt Creek Beach, or Harbor Point Park.

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Our top choices for South Day Use Beach hotels

1. Capistrano Coast House

2. Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores

3. Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

4. Residence Inn by Marriott Dana Point San Juan Capistrano

5. Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

6. Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

7. Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

8. Dana Point Marina Inn

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

10. West Coast Surf and Stay

11. North Beach Villa

12. Calafia Inn

13. Beachcomber Inn

14. Sea Horse Resort

15. Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

16. Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

17. The Ranch at Laguna Beach

18. The Tides Laguna Beach

19. Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels

20. Casa Laguna Hotel & Spa

Compare popular hotels close to South Day Use Beach

Top South Day Use Beach Hotel Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

Capistrano Coast House

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

Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

Luxurious 3-bed/2-bath Coastal Modern Beach Cottage-AC, Walk to Beach!

LARGE CONTEMPORARY HOME ON THE SAND, HOT TUB, CHEF’S KITCHEN, ENDLESS VIEWS

Stunning Ocean Front Luxury Home - Sleeps 12

Other attractions near South Day Use Beach

Capistrano Beach Park

The Sea Caves

Doheny State Beach

Lantern Bay County Park

Pines Park

North Day Use Beach

Dana Wharf

Massage Envy Spa

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