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

Rp1.768.239
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

Rp1.911.127
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

Rp1.696.795
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

Rp2.973.857
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

Rp2.679.150
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

Rp1.117.027
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 Rp2.301.105 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
Rp2.301.105
Rp2.558.714 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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! (2,148 reviews)
"always a great stay at this property! love the close proximity to the marina, Baby Beach, Heritage park, etc. LOVE the free summer trolley stops within walking distance! they take you into Laguna Beach, which is great to get to the Sawdust festival. even with the construction nearby, it's a great ..."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

Dana Point Marina Inn
Laguna Hills Lodge

Laguna Hills Lodge

2.5 out of 5
23932 Paseo De Valencia Laguna Hills CA
The price is Rp1.592.460 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp1.592.460
Rp1.751.706 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (3,572 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2026

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 Rp2.289.492 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
Rp2.289.492
Rp2.914.072 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
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
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

4 out of 5
325 Bristol Street Costa Mesa CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.189.571 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
Rp2.189.571
Rp2.434.671 total
8 Sept - 9 Sept
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
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 Rp1.767.631 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
Rp1.767.631
Rp1.944.394 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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 (1,431 reviews)
"Great employees very nice"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Irvine Spectrum
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 Rp1.485.508 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
Rp1.485.508
Rp1.636.955 total
10 Sept - 11 Sept
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,940 reviews)
"Nice Hotel, Clean, Safe, Nice Lobby. Staff is great and really helpful. Would be nice if there was a microwave in the room or at least one for each floor. Also you need paper products near the microwave."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2026

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