Dana Point Harbor Travel Guide

Dana Point

A marina filled with boats, a coastal town with buildings, and a clear sky.
A rocky shoreline with a sailboat on calm blue waters.
A coastal marina with boats, a pier, and a sandy beach.
A coastal marina with numerous boats docked, a parking lot, and a rocky shoreline.
A rocky shoreline with large boulders and a prominent rock formation at sunset.

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A marina filled with boats, a coastal town with buildings, and a clear sky.

Dana Point Harbor

9.4/10 (1,299 reviews)
Explore the waterfront of Dana Point Harbor and enjoy other activities such as surfing in Dana Point. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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Things to do

Whale-Watching and Orange County Beaches Tour from Anaheim

Whale-Watching and Orange County Beaches Tour from Anaheim

Rp1.788.435
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Whale-Watching and Orange County Beaches Tour from Anaheim
High Speed Zodiac Whale Watching Safari from Dana Point

High Speed Zodiac Whale Watching Safari from Dana Point

Rp1.932.955
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
High Speed Zodiac Whale Watching Safari from Dana Point
Laguna Beach Stand Up Paddle Activity

Laguna Beach Stand Up Paddle Activity

Rp1.716.175
per adult
Laguna Beach Stand Up Paddle Activity
Private Full day Los Angeles Tour from Laguna Beach

Private Full day Los Angeles Tour from Laguna Beach

Rp3.007.823
per adult
Private Full day Los Angeles Tour from Laguna Beach
Private Orange County Coastal Tour - optional biking experience

Orange County Coastal Private Tour - optional biking experience

Rp2.709.750
per adult
Orange County Coastal Private Tour - optional biking experience
Orange County Evening Harbor Wine Cruise Scenic Wine Tasting

Orange County Evening Harbor Wine Cruise Scenic Wine Tasting

Rp1.129.785
per adult
Orange County Evening Harbor Wine Cruise Scenic Wine Tasting
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Top hotels in Dana Point Harbor

Dana Point Marina Inn

Dana Point Marina Inn

3 out of 5
24800 Dana Point Harbor Dr Dana Point CA
The price is Rp2.586.672 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp2.586.672
Rp2.876.236 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Dana Point. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a marina. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,118 reviews)
"There was only two towels in the bathroom and tried to get at least two more and was told they were out of clean towels. Also tried to get more sheets and also was told they didn’t have any more."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

Dana Point Marina Inn
Laguna Hills Lodge

Laguna Hills Lodge

2.5 out of 5
23932 Paseo De Valencia Laguna Hills CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.020.838 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
Rp2.020.838
Rp2.222.921 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Laguna Hills. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
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 Rp2.335.190 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
Rp2.335.190
Rp2.969.104 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Irvine. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,386 reviews)
"Easy check in/check out. Beautiful property. Beds were COMFORTABLE. No complaints!"

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2026

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport
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 Rp2.247.171 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
Rp2.247.171
Rp2.498.741 total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Costa Mesa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,355 reviews)
"Clean room, cute hotel"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
Hyatt Regency Irvine

Hyatt Regency Irvine

4 out of 5
17900 Jamboree Rd Irvine CA
The price is Rp4.293.157 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
Rp4.293.157
Rp4.730.915 total
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Irvine. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Hyatt Regency Irvine
Sonesta Select Laguna Hills Irvine Spectrum

Sonesta Select Laguna Hills Irvine Spectrum

3 out of 5
23175 Avenida De La Carlota Laguna Hills CA
The price is Rp1.706.485 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
Rp1.706.485
Rp1.880.546 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Laguna Hills. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Sonesta Select Laguna Hills Irvine Spectrum
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Where to stay in Dana Point Harbor

Find the best Dana Point Harbor areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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.

A coastal resort with a beachfront, a golf course, and a large pool area.

Monarch Beach

Monarch Beach is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Monarch Beach Golf Links or Salt Creek Beach.

A marina with numerous boats docked along the water.
Photo by Ruth Rieckehoff
Open Photo by Ruth Rieckehoff

Lantern District

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

An old church with a cross on top, a brick wall, and a pathway leading to it.

Del Obispo

If you're spending some time in Del Obispo, The Coach House and The Sea Caves are top sights worth seeing.

A coastal town with a marina, beach, and residential area.

Dana Hills

While Dana Hills isn't home to many top sights, Monarch Beach Golf Links and Baby Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Dana Point Harbor Travel Guide