Monarch Beach Travel Guide

Dana Point

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Photo by Jw
Photo by Kristy Logan
Photo by Kristy Logan
Photo by Rich Barton
Photo by Rich Barton

Popular places to visit

Salt Creek Beach Park

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.

Salt Creek Beach Park
Dana Point Harbor

Dana Point Harbor

4.5/5(3 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.

Dana Point Harbor
Doheny State Beach

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.

Doheny State Beach
Capistrano Beach Park

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.

Capistrano Beach Park
Ocean Institute

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.

Ocean Institute
Baby Beach

Baby Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Baby Beach during your trip to Dana Point?

Baby Beach

Things to do

Laguna Niguel Electric MTB Experience Salt Creek to Colina Ridge

Laguna Niguel Electric MTB Tour Salt Creek to Colina Ridge (Beginner)

£184
per adult
Laguna Niguel Electric MTB Tour Salt Creek to Colina Ridge (Beginner)
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

£64
per adult
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
Santa Monica Pier where they shot that famous Forest Gump shot! Seeing Hollywood, Celebrity Homes, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Venice Beach, and Downtown LA on our Best Coast Tours LA Tour!

The Los Angeles & Hollywood Tour from Orange County

£85
per adult
The Los Angeles & Hollywood Tour from Orange County
Dolphin & Whale Watching Eco-Safari with Underwater Viewing

Dolphin & Whale Watching Eco-Safari with Underwater Viewing

£74
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Dolphin & Whale Watching Eco-Safari with Underwater Viewing
Join our Group Tour or Schedule Private Excursion

Laguna Beach Kayak Tour with Sea Lion Viewing

£70
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Laguna Beach Kayak Tour with Sea Lion Viewing
Wine Tasting Around the World

Wine Tasting Around the World

£44
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wine Tasting Around the World
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Top hotels in Monarch Beach

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club

5 out of 5
1 Monarch Beach Resort, Dana Point, CA
The price is £712 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
£712
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Dana Point. Enjoy 3 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (641 reviews)
"Such a beautiful resort. Wonderful staff. Excellent restaurants. 5 star all around."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

5 out of 5
1 Ritz Carlton Dr, Dana Point, CA
The price is £606 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
£606
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Dana Point. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (535 reviews)
"The location is unbeatable being perched on the cliff above Salt Creek. It is not an easy walk to the beach but there is a tram that takes you down and will pick you up. The beach that it goes down to is a very popular beach so depending on the season, it is very crowded. Our room was very nice and ..."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
Hyatt Regency Newport Beach

Hyatt Regency Newport Beach

4 out of 5
1107 Jamboree Rd, Newport Beach, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £210 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£210
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Newport Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

Hyatt Regency Newport Beach
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

4 out of 5
325 Bristol Street, Costa Mesa, CA
The price is £114 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
£114
1 Sept - 2 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,717 reviews)
"It was a nice place to stay. My kids had fun at the pool."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
Hyatt Regency Newport Beach West

Hyatt Regency Newport Beach West

4 out of 5
4545 Macarthur Blvd, Newport Beach, CA
The price is £138 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
£138
21 Sept - 22 Sept
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Awesome hotel with a great staff"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Hyatt Regency Newport Beach West
Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel

Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel

4 out of 5
4500 Macarthur Blvd, Newport Beach, CA
The price is £139 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
£139
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newport Beach. Enjoy a free airport shuttle, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Second time staying at this property and I loved it! Will be definitely staying again in the future."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Monarch Beach

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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 Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas.

Marquesa
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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.

Regatta
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Dana Hills

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

Dana Hills
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Lantern District

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

Lantern District
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Dana Point Harbor

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

Dana Point Harbor
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Del Obispo

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

Del Obispo

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