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 132 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

3 outdoor pools, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

1. Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

Monarch Beach

Anna

￥183,187 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 20 - Aug 21

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

2. The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

Monarch Beach

Noreen

￥190,283 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 20 - Aug 21

3. Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

3.2 km from Monarch Beach

Candice

￥25,298 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

4. Dana Point Marina Inn

Dana Point Harbor, 3 km from Monarch Beach

Aaron

￥28,493 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

5. Best Western Capistrano Inn

6.1 km from Monarch Beach

John

￥24,353 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo

8.4 km from Monarch Beach

Katya

￥24,367 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

7. Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

14.3 km from Monarch Beach

Joel

￥27,239 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

8. Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

Capistrano Beach, 5.1 km from Monarch Beach

Plinio

￥33,105 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

9. Fairfield Inn by Marriott Mission Viejo / Orange County

11.8 km from Monarch Beach

Cynthia

￥21,996 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

10. Homewood Suites by Hilton Aliso Viejo - Laguna Beach

11 km from Monarch Beach

Melissa

￥26,426 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

11. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Irvine Lake Forest

16.5 km from Monarch Beach

Nazanin

￥26,474 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

12. Laguna Hills Lodge

14.7 km from Monarch Beach

grace

￥20,271 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

2 bars/lounges, rooftop bar, lobby lounge

13. Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

Capistrano Beach, 3.9 km from Monarch Beach

Christopher

￥31,698 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

3 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)

14. Renaissance ClubSport Aliso Viejo Laguna Beach Hotel

11.2 km from Monarch Beach

eileen

￥38,681 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

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

10.5 km from Monarch Beach

Carlos

￥20,274 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

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

Capistrano Beach, 5.1 km from Monarch Beach

Ted

￥28,412 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 19 - Aug 20

17. Laguna Inn & Suites

8.2 km from Monarch Beach

Alejandro

￥18,253 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

18. Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

16.1 km from Monarch Beach

Rosa

￥23,348 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

19. Casablanca Inn

9.9 km from Monarch Beach

Allison

￥22,510 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 4 - Aug 5

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

20. Hotel Avenida, San Clemente Beach

10.4 km from Monarch Beach

Nancy

￥15,303 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

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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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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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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 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

Orange Grove Inn

10/10 Excellent

"very clean no complaints"

Pacific Edge Hotel

8/10 Good

"View was beautiful, but there were only some rooms with the beach view, some were just facing the valet parking. Rooms were fairly clean but outdated. Really liked how the beach was right there though, and the pool was nice too. There were a lot of families at the pool, and there was a chill hangout spot by the pool area, but everything looked really old. The chairs were pretty rusted, and there was a really old random fridge in there. It was a pretty good price considering the location, even though you have to pay for valet parking. Also the taco spot across the street was pretty good it was just a long time, but worth it if you're willing to wait. The Ralphs across the street is pretty useful too if you want some snacks before you head to the beach, or grab some sushi if you don't want to wait for tacos."

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Display used to be my home from home during Covid when I was traveling from Nevada to Southern California. I decided to come back because I I always felt comfortable and right at home now the place is even cleaner and has been more up to the amenities that make sure even more comfortable specially after remodeling great place to stay for any type of corporate needs or just a weekend getaway."

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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. Best Western Capistrano Inn

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo

7. Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

8. Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

9. Fairfield Inn by Marriott Mission Viejo / Orange County

10. Homewood Suites by Hilton Aliso Viejo - Laguna Beach

11. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Irvine Lake Forest

12. Laguna Hills Lodge

13. Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

14. Renaissance ClubSport Aliso Viejo Laguna Beach Hotel

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

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

17. Laguna Inn & Suites

18. Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

19. Casablanca Inn

20. Hotel Avenida, San Clemente Beach

Where to stay in Monarch Beach

Capistrano Beach

Lantern District

Dana Point Harbor

Del Obispo

Dana Hills

Top Monarch Beach Hotel Reviews

Orange Grove Inn

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