Monarch Beach Travel Guide
Dana Point
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Popular places to visit
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.
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? Wander the seaside in this family-friendly area.
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.
Ocean Institute
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Ocean Institute during your trip to Dana Point. Stroll along the waterfront or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
Things to do
High Speed Zodiac Whale Watching Safari from Dana Point
Whale-Watching and Orange County Beaches Tour from Anaheim
Laguna Beach Open Ocean Kayaking Tour with Sea Lion Sightings
Private Full day Los Angeles Tour from Laguna Beach
Wine Tasting Around the World
Top hotels in Monarch Beach
Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club
"The property was amazing.. problem was the resort was inundated with a large number of babies, infants, toddler s and adolescents. It was like visiting a daycare center.. kids in pool with diapers, dogs running around off leach and kids jumping in spa like it was a pool.., parents were feckless!"
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
"So beautiful. Great Food. Great staff!"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG
"Staff was amazing, the room was huge, the beds super comfortable, plenty of parking, breakfast delicious and the pool was great, I would definitely stay here again when I come back to Disneyworld or an Angels game (10min drive)."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Laguna Hills Lodge
"clean but dated, okay for 1 night."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Pacific Edge Hotel
"Clean room, they had a little stove and nice sized fridge, convenient to walk to the beach"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
"Very nice and clean all the workers are nice"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Monarch Beach
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.
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.
Dana Hills
While Dana Hills isn't home to many top sights, Monarch Beach Golf Links and Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas are some notable places to visit nearby.
