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.

Stay near popular Dana Point Harbor attractions

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

Rp1.768.041
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

Rp1.910.913
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
High Speed Zodiac Whale Watching Safari from Dana Point
Orange County Evening Harbor Wine Cruise Scenic Wine Tasting

Orange County Evening Harbor Wine Cruise Scenic Wine Tasting

Rp1.116.902
per adult
Orange County Evening Harbor Wine Cruise Scenic Wine Tasting
Laguna Beach Stand Up Paddle Activity

Laguna Beach Stand Up Paddle Activity

Rp1.696.605
per adult
Laguna Beach Stand Up Paddle Activity
Private Orange County Coastal Tour - optional biking experience

Orange County Coastal Private Tour - optional biking experience

Rp2.678.850
per adult
Orange County Coastal Private Tour - optional biking experience
Laguna Beach Open Ocean Kayaking Tour with Sea Lion Sightings

Laguna Beach Open Ocean Kayaking Tour with Sea Lion Sightings

Rp1.696.605
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Laguna Beach Open Ocean Kayaking Tour with Sea Lion Sightings
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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 Rp3.071.560 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
Rp3.071.560
Rp3.415.394 total
16 Aug - 17 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 ...
Dana Point Marina Inn
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 Rp1.716.460 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
Rp1.716.460
Rp1.891.539 total
9 Aug - 10 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
Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

3.5 out of 5
17941 Von Karman Avenue Irvine CA
The price is Rp2.348.840 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
Rp2.348.840
Rp2.986.460 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 ...
Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport
Laguna Hills Lodge

Laguna Hills Lodge

2.5 out of 5
23932 Paseo De Valencia Laguna Hills CA
The price is Rp1.937.546 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
Rp1.937.546
Rp2.131.301 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,375 reviews)
"There were bats in our room..!! Couldn’t figure out why.. when we went to the pool and hot tub in the evening they didn’t turn on the lights inside the pool water or hot tub water.. it was dark..!! All towels were a bit worn out inside room.. time to upgrade..!!"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

Laguna Hills Lodge
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Irvine Spectrum

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Irvine Spectrum

3 out of 5
14972 Sand Canyon Ave Irvine CA
The price is Rp1.902.560 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
Rp1.902.560
Rp2.092.816 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Irvine. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
6.8/10 (1,372 reviews)
"Very old property that definitely needs a remodel. Great area though that’s close to great park."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Irvine Spectrum
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 Rp2.260.307 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
Rp2.260.307
Rp2.513.259 total
9 Aug - 10 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 ...
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
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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