Marquesa Travel Guide
Dana Point
Popular places to visit

Dana Point Harbor
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.

Doheny State Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Doheny State Beach during your travels in Dana Point? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Salt Creek Beach Park
Salt Creek Beach Park is just one of the places to see in Dana Point, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants.

Capistrano Beach Park
Capistrano Beach Park is just one of the places to see in Dana Point, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Salt Creek Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Salt Creek Beach during your trip to Dana Point? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Dana Strands Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Dana Strands Beach during your trip to Dana Point? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Things to do

Whale-Watching and Orange County Beaches Tour from Anaheim

High Speed Zodiac Whale Watching Safari from Dana Point
Top hotels in Marquesa

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
2nd time staying here and will be back.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026

Laguna Hills Lodge
A commendable stay. The staff were consistently professional, attentive, and quietly efficient—service of a standard that inspires confidence without excess. Breakfast was equally well-executed: fresh, varied, and thoughtfully maintained. A proper start to the day. In sum, a hotel that understands ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026

Hyatt Regency Irvine
I love this hotel! Stayed on the 6th floor, double queen beds, my wife and kids enjoyed our stay and the staff were very personable and nice! Definitely coming back!
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel
Excellent facility and people!
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels
The rooms are spacious, it includes a fridge which make it great if you are going to Disney and prepping sandwiches or fresh fruit. The breakfast was also great, pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, hashbrown and oj or apple juice. You can even ask it to go.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport
We were appalled at the cost charged for parking. $37 a day is almost 1/4 of the room price we paid. We were very disappointed at this unexpected cost. Probably won’t choose this hotel again.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Marquesa

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.

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

Regatta
While Regatta may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Dana Point Harbor and Baby Beach.

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

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

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

