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A breakfast table with plates of food, a blue vase, and a view of the sea.

A table set for breakfast with a view of the sea, including plates of food, drinks, and a vase of flowers.

A room with striped armchairs, a sofa, and a wicker ottoman. Large windows offer a view of the outdoors.

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden four-poster bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and a view of the ocean through the windows.

1. Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Lantern District, 0.2 mi from Ocean Institute

Marquitta

£311

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A patio with two chairs, a fire feature, and a view of a hillside with houses and palm trees.

A coastal view from a balcony with a curved balustrade overlooking a sandy beach and ocean.

A coastal hotel with a beachfront view, featuring a large building with a red-tiled roof and multiple balconies, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained lawn.

A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a checkered floor.

2. The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

Monarch Beach, 1.2 mi from Ocean Institute

Minoo Poorghorbanlasheh

£768

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building.

A hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a TV, and a painting.

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A coastal hotel with multiple buildings, a beach in the foreground, and a hilly backdrop.

3. Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores

Capistrano Beach, 1.9 mi from Ocean Institute

Shannon

£170

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A coastal resort with multiple-story buildings, a golf course, and a beach.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, overlooking a coastal town.

A resort pool area with sun loungers and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean.

A spacious dining area with a long table set for a meal, surrounded by chairs. Large windows provide a view of the outdoors.

4. Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

Lantern District, 0.9 mi from Ocean Institute

Karen

£265

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central chandelier, a fireplace, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

A hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a bar, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

An outdoor kitchen area with a stainless steel grill, seating under umbrellas, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.

5. Residence Inn by Marriott Dana Point San Juan Capistrano

Del Obispo, 2 mi from Ocean Institute

Dmitri

£146

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A hotel with a grand entrance, multiple balconies, and a staircase leading to the main entrance.

A spacious living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

A hotel pool area with lounge chairs and a sign reading "Best Western PLUS".

A marina with boats docked, a rocky breakwater, and a coastal town in the background.

6. Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

1.1 mi from Ocean Institute

Debra

£91

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, a central fire pit, and a view of the ocean.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small round table, and a bench. There is a wardrobe, a mirror, and a door leading to a bathroom.

A coastal landscape with a rocky shoreline, a pier extending into the water, and a flock of birds on the beach.

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and large windows allowing natural light.

7. Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

Capistrano Beach, 1.5 mi from Ocean Institute

William

£117

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A marina with numerous boats docked, a parking lot, and a building with multiple floors in the background.

A beach with waves, a sandy shore, and some vegetation in the foreground.

A marina with numerous boats docked, a parking area, and a view of the ocean.

8. Dana Point Marina Inn

Dana Point Harbor, 0.6 mi from Ocean Institute

Jon

£82

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A coastal scene with a sunset, buildings, and a person surfing.

A family with a dog and a surfboard in a room with a tiled floor.

Two beds with white bedding and patterned blankets, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with sunlight streaming in.

A sign with the text "West Coast Surf and Stay" against a clear blue sky.

9. West Coast Surf and Stay

6.8 mi from Ocean Institute

Dustin

£101

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A night scene with a large agave plant in a planter, a well-lit building with blue doors, and a grassy lawn.

A motel with blue doors and windows, outdoor seating with wooden chairs, and a parking sign indicating a minimum fine.

A neatly made bed with white linens, a wooden headboard, and a small wooden nightstand beside it.

10. Calafia Inn

7 mi from Ocean Institute

Anne

£103

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large painting of a sunset.

A snack and beverage display with various packaged snacks and drinks, including Pepsi.

A conference table with a vase of red roses in the center, surrounded by leather chairs.

A hotel with a tiled roof, multiple windows, and a flag.

11. Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

10.3 mi from Ocean Institute

Christie

£112

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An outdoor patio with a stone fireplace, seating area, and potted plants.

A building with a white exterior, a balcony with white railings, and hanging white flowers.

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a fireplace, and a painting on the wall.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and a building with a tiled roof.

12. The Tides Laguna Beach

7.5 mi from Ocean Institute

Danton

£148

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A courtyard with a central fountain, surrounded by potted plants and a well-maintained lawn.

A tree with white flowers in front of a building with balconies and a well-maintained garden.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a brick wall and a covered area with seating.

A building with a tiled roof, multiple balconies, and a well-maintained garden with various plants and a fountain.

13. Laguna Hills Lodge

10.5 mi from Ocean Institute

Kevin

£81

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs, a sandy beach, and a clear blue sea.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a lamp, and a surfboard on the wall.

An outdoor patio with wooden chairs, a fire pit, and string lights.

A hallway with surfboards, a chessboard, and various plants.

14. Laguna Beach House

7.6 mi from Ocean Institute

Alexandra

£244

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A coastal beach with a rocky cliff, palm trees, and a calm sea.

A modern living room with a green sofa, a round wooden coffee table, and a wicker chair. There is a large window with a view of trees and a balcony.

A kitchen with a central island, green cabinets, white stools, and a person preparing drinks.

A kitchen with green cabinets, a marble countertop, and hanging pendant lights.

15. Le Petit Pali Laguna Beach

4.8 mi from Ocean Institute

Ralph

£281

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A coastal town with beachfront properties, a beach, and a mountain backdrop.

A coastal view with a well-maintained lawn, outdoor seating area, and a fire pit.

A spacious interior with a high ceiling, large windows offering a view of the sea, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a palm tree, and a clear sky.

16. Montage Laguna Beach

4.7 mi from Ocean Institute

Andrew

£1,015

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious indoor area with a large window, a wooden floor, and a seating area with chairs and a sofa.

A pool area with blue lounge chairs, a water feature, and a view of a landscaped hillside.

A lobby with a reception desk, a wall-mounted sign, and a framed picture of a Ferris wheel.

A snack bar with a 'Treats' sign, shelves stocked with snacks and drinks, and a microwave.

17. Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo

6.2 mi from Ocean Institute

David

£100

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A terrace with outdoor seating, overlooking a body of water, and a building with a balcony.

A coastal town with a beach, houses, and a hill in the background.

A bedroom with a large bed, a view of the sea, and a balcony with a table and chairs.

A coastal residential area with houses, a beach, and palm trees.

18. Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels

6.6 mi from Ocean Institute

Terence

£290

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

An outdoor patio with a stone wall, a fire feature, and outdoor seating.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent signage for 'Springhill Suites by Marriott'.

A modern restaurant with multiple seating areas, a bar, and a large TV screen.

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, a large abstract painting, a bedside lamp, and a glass partition.

19. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Irvine Lake Forest

11.7 mi from Ocean Institute

Sapna

£103

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A modern hotel with a curved facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern kitchen with marble countertops, black bar stools, and a variety of food items displayed on shelves.

An outdoor seating area with a sofa, chairs, and a table, a large umbrella, and a modern building with large windows and a metal fence.

A coastal beach with clear blue waters, sandy shore, and lush greenery.

20. Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

11.4 mi from Ocean Institute

Abdul

£108

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Ocean Institute

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn	9.6 Exceptional 716 reviews	View
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel	9.2 Wonderful 72 reviews	View
Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa	8.6 Excellent 1,003 reviews	View
Residence Inn by Marriott Dana Point San Juan Capistrano	8.6 Excellent 708 reviews	View

Top Ocean Institute Hotel Reviews

Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

10/10 Excellent

"Easy surf hotel by the beach"

Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Great beach view!"

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was absolutely perfect and will make it an annual event! I’ll never book thru Expedia ever again! Awful!"

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

10/10 Excellent

"The room was spacious and squeaky clean. The ocean view was spectacular. The bathroom was super clean, with a Dyson hair dryer. The massage at the Spa was amazing! The food at TAIKUN over-the-top! This second time was even better than the first! The common areas were very well maintained, with fresh yellow roses and orchids on every table. The valet was very polite, and the front desk was very helpful, explaining all the details. I’ve stayed here many times already, and keep coming back."

Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Top notch! Worth the price. My wife and I came for a night after our wedding and had breakfast dropped off in our room. We stayed in the tower / patio room and enjoyed breakfast over the harbor. Would definitely do it again."

Spectacular Oceanfront - the Best Views in Dana Point !!!!!

10/10 Excellent

"Exceptional property with one of a kind priceless views of the Pacific and Coast.Very well appointed. Only complaint is that the unit was very warm and took a little while to cool off. Other than that is was perfect!!! Will definitely book again for my next trip to OC"

Dana Point Spanish Revival STR14-0220

10/10 Excellent

"Terrific location walkable to just about everywhere in main areas of Dana Point. Having A/C was a huge plus as we hit a heat wave when there. The only con was the bed was somewhat soft and indented where people have slept. I filled in the indentation with a folded beach towel and slept well. It is an old historic place so not modern at all, but it has personality and we loved it. Coffee on the front deck every morning, smart TV for shows at night."

Lantern District condo. Huge private view deck. All on one level. Walk to harbor

10/10 Excellent

"Great condo with all the essentials and more in such a wonderful location that is within walking distance to so much!"

Blue Tide Cottage: Ocean Views, Steps to the Beach, Dining, Shopping + More!

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful first level ocean view across from Strand Beach. Attentive host responded to needs quickly. Very clean environment. Plenty of kitchen items. Recently remodeled. Close to walk to restaurants. Found it to be an excellent choice to stay."

Other attractions near Ocean Institute

A rocky shoreline with a sailboat on calm blue waters.

Baby Beach

8.8/10 (140 reviews)

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

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A marina with several sailboats docked, a small boat with yellow life jackets, and a hilly landscape in the background.

Dana Cove Park

9.0/10 (158 reviews)

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Dana Cove Park, a lovely green space in Dana Point. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the surfing spots.

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A coastal landscape with a clear blue ocean, a sandy beach, and a town in the distance.

Dana Point Preserve

You can take time to visit Dana Point Preserve during your travels to Dana Point. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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A coastal town with a beach, ocean, and a hill with buildings.

Dana Strands Beach

9.0/10 (6 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Dana Strands Beach during your trip to Dana Point? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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A lifeguard tower labeled SC 2 on a beach at sunset.

Salt Creek Beach Park

9.0/10 (272 reviews)

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.

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Harbor Point Park

9.2/10 (150 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Harbor Point Park and enjoy the surfing in Dana Point. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its lively festivals.

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Nature Interpretive Center

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Nature Interpretive Center during your trip to Dana Point. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

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Heritage Park

Learn about the local history of Dana Point when you take a trip to Heritage Park.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Ocean Institute?

Ocean Institute is located in a welcoming area of Dana Point known for its beautiful beaches and surfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 108 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Ocean Institute?

Adjacent to Ocean Institute, Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. Other good choices within a short distance include Dana Point Marina Inn and Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Ocean Institute?

Expedia has 108 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Ocean Institute.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Ocean Institute, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Ocean Institute.

What can I see and do near Ocean Institute?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Mission San Juan Capistrano and Nature Interpretive Center. You can enjoy live performances at The Coach House and Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas. Spend some time exploring the the natural beauty of Salt Creek Beach, Capistrano Beach Park and Harbor Point Park.

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Our top choices for Ocean Institute hotels

1. Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

2. The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

3. Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores

4. Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

5. Residence Inn by Marriott Dana Point San Juan Capistrano

6. Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

7. Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

8. Dana Point Marina Inn

9. West Coast Surf and Stay

10. Calafia Inn

11. Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

12. The Tides Laguna Beach

13. Laguna Hills Lodge

14. Laguna Beach House

15. Le Petit Pali Laguna Beach

16. Montage Laguna Beach

17. Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo

18. Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels

19. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Irvine Lake Forest

20. Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

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Top Ocean Institute Hotel Reviews

Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Spectacular Oceanfront - the Best Views in Dana Point !!!!!

Dana Point Spanish Revival STR14-0220

Lantern District condo. Huge private view deck. All on one level. Walk to harbor

Blue Tide Cottage: Ocean Views, Steps to the Beach, Dining, Shopping + More!

Other attractions near Ocean Institute

Baby Beach

Dana Cove Park

Dana Point Preserve

Dana Strands Beach

Salt Creek Beach Park

Harbor Point Park

Nature Interpretive Center

Heritage Park

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