Lantern District Travel Guide
Dana Point
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Popular places to visit
Lantern Bay County Park
After visiting Lantern Bay County Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Dana Point. Discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area or enjoy its surfing spots.
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 marina.
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.
Ocean Institute
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Ocean Institute during your trip to Dana Point. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.
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.
Things to do
High Speed Zodiac Whale Watching Safari from Dana Point
Whale-Watching and Orange County Beaches Tour from Anaheim
Top hotels in Lantern District
Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa
Room was not cleaned for the last night of our stay. Had to pack our belongings and move to another room.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
Excellent staff and cleaning crew.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG
Very clean, nice rooms and nice staff.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Laguna Hills Lodge
Property grounds are very pretty. Rooms are older and have potential but are somewhat dirty. Caked on grime and dust on the trim, on bottom of dresser, dirty hand prints on the bathroom door. Linens are extremely rough and the most horrible toilet tissue! Coffee tray was dirty with dried up food ...
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Hyatt Regency Irvine
I loved it the room was nice and clean and I came for my birthday and they gave me a complementary drink. Would definitely recommend and come back for another stay
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport
About the service to be excellent rooms were clean. Staff was very polite and the weekend breakfast was excellent. I’ve never had any problem with any of the embassy hotels
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lantern District
Dana Point Harbor
While visiting Dana Point Harbor, you might make a stop by sights like Dana Point Harbor and Ocean Institute.
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 Strands Beach and Ocean Institute.
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.
Del Obispo
If you're spending some time in Del Obispo, The Coach House and The Sea Caves are top sights worth seeing.
Marquesa
While Marquesa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Monarch Beach Golf Links and Salt Creek Beach.
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 Salt Creek Beach or Dana Strands Beach.
