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Our top choices for Lantern District hotels

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

1. Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa
4.0 star property
Lantern District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Beautiful property!!"
United States
Karen
The price is ￥40,278
￥51,101 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa
A table set for breakfast with a view of the sea, including plates of food, drinks, and a vase of flowers.

2. 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, (732 reviews)
"Beautiful view!"
United States
Becky
The price is ￥49,924
￥60,800 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
A hotel with a grand entrance, multiple balconies, and a staircase leading to the main entrance.

3. Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel
2.5 star property
1 km from Lantern District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Excellent property!"
United States
Benjaman
The price is ￥17,116
￥19,032 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel
A marina with numerous boats docked, a parking lot, and a building with multiple floors in the background.

4. Dana Point Marina Inn

Dana Point Marina Inn
3.0 star property
Dana Point Harbor, 0.9 km from Lantern District
7.8 out of 10, Good, (2,231 reviews)
"Good love great location"
United States
Emilio
The price is ￥13,693
￥15,226 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Dana Point Marina Inn
A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, a central fire pit, and a view of the ocean.

5. Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach
3.0 star property
Capistrano Beach, 1.7 km from Lantern District
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Beach is walking distance and kids had a good time."
United States
Valentin
The price is ￥22,766
￥25,429 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building.

6. Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores

Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores
3.0 star property
Capistrano Beach, 2.4 km from Lantern District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"My family loves to come here once a year."
United States
Kelley Ann
The price is ￥16,704
￥22,900 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 4 - Dec 5
Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores
A balcony with a table set for two, overlooking a beach with palm trees.

7. 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, (1,248 reviews)
"Great spot with beach view"
United States
Austin
The price is ￥15,087
￥16,776 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point
Beach

8. Capistrano Coast House

Capistrano Coast House
4.0 star property
Capistrano Beach, 3 km from Lantern District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (561 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Neiufi
The price is ￥22,978
￥25,550 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Capistrano Coast House
A spacious indoor area with a large window, a wooden floor, and a seating area with chairs and a sofa.

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo

Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo
2.5 star property
8.9 km from Lantern District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Neil
The price is ￥20,071
￥21,716 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo
A building with a white facade, arched windows, and a tiled roof. There are outdoor seating areas with umbrellas and potted plants.

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

Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG
2.5 star property
8.3 km from Lantern District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great for the short stay we had"
United States
Nomer
The price is ￥18,859
￥20,745 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG
A hotel with a red-tiled roof, palm trees, and a street view.

11. Casablanca Inn

Casablanca Inn
2.5 star property
7.7 km from Lantern District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,861 reviews)
"Great location and terrific ambience and good breakfast and coffee."
United States
Mary
The price is ￥15,746
￥17,321 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Casablanca Inn
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a view of the ocean.

12. The Mara Laguna Beach an AvantStay Hotel

The Mara Laguna Beach an AvantStay Hotel
3.5 star property
9.6 km from Lantern District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (226 reviews)
"Staff were amazing and perfect location and room!"
Canada
Mollee
The price is ￥15,403
￥17,559 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
The Mara Laguna Beach an AvantStay Hotel
A courtyard with a fountain, seating area, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

13. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Great staff and great views"
United States
Abraham
The price is ￥15,968
￥17,755 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Best Western Plus Dana Point Inn-by-the-sea
A modern lobby with a large wall mural, comfortable seating, a fireplace, and a reception area.

14. San Clemente Inn

San Clemente Inn
3.0 star property
11.3 km from Lantern District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,726 reviews)
"If you're needing affordable, family friendly did I enjoy my stay, thanks."
United States
James
The price is ￥12,378
￥13,616 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
San Clemente Inn
A multi-story hotel with a well-lit garden area, including potted plants and a pathway.

15. Laguna Hills Lodge

Laguna Hills Lodge
2.5 star property
16.1 km from Lantern District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,884 reviews)
"Best place to stay"
United States
Joseph
The price is ￥14,459
￥15,905 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Laguna Hills Lodge
An outdoor bar area with seating, a fire pit, and a bar stocked with bottles.

16. Costa Mesa Marriott

Costa Mesa Marriott
4.0 star property
29.8 km from Lantern District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,783 reviews)
"The best family and kids friendly place"
United States
Fidel
The price is ￥18,384
￥20,454 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Costa Mesa Marriott
A modern hotel with a curved facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

17. Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest
3.5 star property
17.5 km from Lantern District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,225 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Mattie
The price is ￥18,724
￥20,633 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest
An outdoor seating area with a stone wall, a fire feature, and chairs.

18. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Irvine Lake Forest

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Irvine Lake Forest
3.5 star property
18 km from Lantern District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (711 reviews)
"Place was amazing very clean. Breakfast was great too. Family friendly"
United States
Cynthia
The price is ￥18,257
￥20,118 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Irvine Lake Forest
A coastal view with tall palm trees, a pier extending into the ocean, and a beach with buildings in the background.

19. Sea Horse Resort

Sea Horse Resort
3.5 star property
9.2 km from Lantern District
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (966 reviews)
"The place was excellent. Near to good food places, nice beach outside and many activities to do around the place."
United States
Mayank
The price is ￥25,460
￥31,841 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Sea Horse Resort
A terrace with outdoor seating, overlooking a body of water, and a building with a balcony.

20. Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels

Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels
3.5 star property
10.6 km from Lantern District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (552 reviews)
"All Staff were so helpful, welcoming, and kept life easy staying away from home. Thank You all. Beach View Loft with Bed facing Sunsets was a great way to finish our nights. Such a memorable place."
United States
Christopher
The price is ￥36,609
￥46,331 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels
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.
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Compare popular hotels in Lantern District

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A coastal resort with multiple-story buildings, a golf course, and a beach.
Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa
4.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,002 reviews
View
A table set for breakfast with a view of the sea, including plates of food, drinks, and a vase of flowers.
Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
732 reviews
View
A hotel with a grand entrance, multiple balconies, and a staircase leading to the main entrance.
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel
2.5 star property
8.4
Very good
1,005 reviews
View
A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, a central fire pit, and a view of the ocean.
Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach
3.0 star property
8.2
Very good
1,004 reviews
View
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building.
Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores
3.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,000 reviews
View

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 North Day Use Beach.

A golf course with a beach and ocean in the background.

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.

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 Coach House Concert Hall.

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 Doheny State Beach.

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

Laguna Hills Lodge

Laguna Hills Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Great service, Tim at the front desk was very helpful. Property very clean."
David 2-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Laguna Hills Lodge

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?
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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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