Lantern District Travel Guide
Dana Point
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Things to do
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
£56
per adult
High Speed Zodiac Whale Watching Safari from Dana Point
£81
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dolphin & Whale Watching Eco-Safari with Underwater Viewing
£81
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Orange County Evening Harbor Wine Cruise Scenic Wine Tasting
£47
per adult
Small-Group Best Beaches in Orange County Day Tour
£67
per adult
Whale-Watching and Orange County Beaches Tour from Anaheim
£75
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Lantern District
Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa
25135 Park Lantern Dana Point CA
The price is £292 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
£292
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Dana Point. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"I understand that this is a very high end resort and spa, but the fact there we received no forewarning that more than half the resort was closed off for remodel made our stay less than desirable. Staff was helpful and friendly. But the available amenities were not accommodating for the amount of ..."
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026
Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport
17941 Von Karman Avenue Irvine CA
The price is £129 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
£129
10 Aug - 11 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,353 reviews)
"Loved the room, hotel, and restaurant. Only thing that could’ve been better was a functioning air conditioner. We had it turned on, but it just blew cool air, never got below 77° in the room. That made for a terrible sleep."
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026
Laguna Hills Lodge
23932 Paseo De Valencia Laguna Hills CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £88 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
£88
13 Jul - 14 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! (3,353 reviews)
"Every aspect of our accommodations were on point. Location was central to our stay. Felt safe, comfortable and secure. Would book again without question. Really appreciate the staff’s help and support. Great value for the money."
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026
Pacific Edge Hotel
647 South Coast Highway Laguna Beach CA
The price is £165 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
£165
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Laguna Beach. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,557 reviews)
"The staff was very friendly. The room was great! We had a balcony ocean view. Coffee and surfers in the morning and wine and waves in the evening. Wonderful stay! We will be back!"
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026
Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG
2726 S Grand Ave Santa Ana CA
The price is £110 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
£110
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Ana. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,534 reviews)
"Hotel waived the nightly parking fees which was greatly appreciated. Hotel a bit run down with room soggy and musty smell. Location near freeway 22 so very convenient if you want to stay close to Garden Grove and Westminster."
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026
Hyatt Regency Newport Beach West
4545 Macarthur Blvd Newport Beach CA
The price is £205 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
£205
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newport Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,020 reviews)
"Liked everything but the buffet they offered. Over priced and not tasty"
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026
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Where to stay in Lantern District
Find the best Lantern District areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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.
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 Point Harbor
While visiting Dana Point Harbor, you might make a stop by sights like Dana Point Harbor and Baby Beach.
Del Obispo
If you're spending some time in Del Obispo, The Coach House and The Coach House Concert Hall are top sights worth seeing.
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.
