Monarch Beach Travel Guide

Name: MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels
Price range: £78
Rating: 8

Dana Point

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Dana Point travel guide

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.

Salt Creek Dana Point - California Coast

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.

View of the coastline at Dana Point in California

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.

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

Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

£55

per adult

High Speed Zodiac Whale Watching Safari from Dana Point

£79

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Dolphin & Whale Watching Eco-Safari with Underwater Viewing

£79

per adult

98% of travellers recommend

Whale-Watching and Orange County Beaches Tour from Anaheim

£73

per adult

96% of travellers recommend

Small-Group Best Beaches in Orange County Day Tour

£65

per adult

Laguna Beach Open Ocean Kayaking Tour with Sea Lion Sightings

£70

per adult

90% of travellers recommend

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Top hotels in Monarch Beach

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club

1 Monarch Beach Resort Dana Point CA

£722

7 Jun - 8 Jun

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this luxury resort in Dana Point. Enjoy 3 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (673 reviews)

"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

1 Ritz Carlton Dr Dana Point CA

£763

25 May - 26 May

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this luxury 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 ...

Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel

4500 Macarthur Blvd Newport Beach CA

£179

28 May - 29 May

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 ...

9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)

"Great location near SNA, Newport Beach, Irvine, Santa Ana, etc. Great value for full service hotel with many amenities. Spacious updated room. Will return here again!"

Reviewed on 24 May 2026

Laguna Hills Lodge

23932 Paseo De Valencia Laguna Hills CA

£80

26 May - 27 May

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! (3,174 reviews)

"I only stayed for 2 days but it was great and really easy check in and out. The complimentary breakfast was okay. I liked that they had banana muffins. And the lodge is in a great location"

Reviewed on 24 May 2026

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

325 Bristol Street Costa Mesa CA

£96

27 May - 28 May

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 ...

9/10 Wonderful! (3,268 reviews)

"I've never stayed here before or even heard of it but I am very glad that I found it. In the past when I've traveled I like to stayed in sone pretty nice rooms and these would definitely be on the shirt list based on the cleanliness, grounds & building maintenance and the amazing staff that works ..."

Reviewed on 24 May 2026

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

2701 Hotel Terrace Santa Ana CA

£78

7 Jun - 8 Jun

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Ana. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...

8/10 Very Good! (1,919 reviews)

"Internet connection was very bad. Not suitable for business trips."

Reviewed on 24 May 2026

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Other neighbourhoods around Monarch Beach

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.

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.