Monarch Beach, CA

Dana Point

Green No.3 at Monarch Beach Golf Links, Dana Point, California, USA
Green No.3 at Monarch Beach Golf Links, Dana Point, California, USA
Great mural by local high school students perfectly visualise what this beach is all about. And for a big audience as well: 

“Each year, about 7 million people pass through the tunnel to the beach.“

Maybe not so secret..

https://www.ocregister.com/2018/03/27/new-mural-with-mystery-surfer-girl-replaces-30-year-old-painting-at-salt-creek-beach-tunnel/
A California sunset, clear skies and the sound of the ocean running over the rocks makes Strand Beach a great stop. 

#BvSWater #ocean
Commanding views of the Salt Creek beach allowed me to eat my huevos rancheros and watch the dolphins surf alongside the short boarders.   I slept really well here, though full surf days help.

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Monarch Beach Hotel Deals

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club

5 out of 5
1 Monarch Beach Resort Dana Point CA
The price is ¥125,424 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
¥125,424
¥150,681 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
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. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (660 reviews)
Amazing service

Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

4 out of 5
325 Bristol Street Costa Mesa CA
The price is ¥21,792 per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
¥21,792
¥24,232 total
Feb 8 - Feb 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Costa Mesa. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,069 reviews)
they accommodated us

Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
Holiday Inn Santa Ana Orange County Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Santa Ana Orange County Airport by IHG

3 out of 5
2726 S Grand Ave Santa Ana CA
The price is ¥14,526 per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
¥14,526
¥16,442 total
Feb 8 - Feb 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Ana. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,204 reviews)
Clean room, very comfortable beds, Dove lotions & soaps & shampoo/conditioner was nice, ice machine on my floor was broken, & no complimentary breakfast/morning snack

Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026

Holiday Inn Santa Ana Orange County Airport by IHG
Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport

Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport

3.5 out of 5
2120 Main St Irvine CA
The price is ¥24,298 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
¥24,298
¥26,775 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Irvine. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,494 reviews)
Very clean, quiet, and staff was very nice!

Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport
Laguna Hills Lodge

Laguna Hills Lodge

2.5 out of 5
23932 Paseo De Valencia Laguna Hills CA
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,849 reviews)
Room was clean, comfy beds, breakfast was fantastic

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

Laguna Hills Lodge
Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

3.5 out of 5
17941 Von Karman Avenue Irvine CA
The price is ¥21,183 per night from Feb 27 to Feb 28
¥21,183
¥26,800 total
Feb 27 - Feb 28
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,071 reviews)
From check-in to check-out, the staff was welcoming and helpful. The room was exceptionally clean, and the location made getting around very easy. I highly recommend this hotel.

Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighborhoods around Monarch Beach

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Marquesa

When in Marquesa, you can plan a visit to Monarch Beach Golf Links and Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Marquesa
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Regatta

Though Regatta might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ocean Institute and Dana Point Harbor.

Regatta
Aerial view looking out over Dana Point Harbor and Baby Beach

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.

Dana Hills
Panoramic Aerial View of Dana Point Harbor and PCH, California

Lantern District

4.5/5(36 area reviews)

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

Lantern District
#SpringFun exploring new places and watching the boats sail in to the harbor

Dana Point Harbor

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

Dana Point Harbor
Ruins of Mission San Juan Capistrano in California

Del Obispo

4/5(7 area reviews)

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

Del Obispo


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