Monarch Beach Travel Guide

Dana Point

Great mural by local high school students perfectly visualise what this beach is all about. And for a big audience as well: 

“Each year, about 7 million people pass through the tunnel to the beach.“

Maybe not so secret..

https://www.ocregister.com/2018/03/27/new-mural-with-mystery-surfer-girl-replaces-30-year-old-painting-at-salt-creek-beach-tunnel/
Great mural by local high school students perfectly visualise what this beach is all about. And for a big audience as well: 

“Each year, about 7 million people pass through the tunnel to the beach.“

Maybe not so secret..

https://www.ocregister.com/2018/03/27/new-mural-with-mystery-surfer-girl-replaces-30-year-old-painting-at-salt-creek-beach-tunnel/
A California sunset, clear skies and the sound of the ocean running over the rocks makes Strand Beach a great stop. 

#BvSWater #ocean
Commanding views of the Salt Creek beach allowed me to eat my huevos rancheros and watch the dolphins surf alongside the short boarders.   I slept really well here, though full surf days help.
Having a wonderful time at  Salt Creek beach.

Popular places to visit


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 ₹60,222 per night from 24 Jan to 25 Jan
₹60,222
₹73,430 total
24 Jan - 25 Jan
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. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (660 reviews)
Amazing service

Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club
Laguna Hills Lodge

Laguna Hills Lodge

2.5 out of 5
23932 Paseo De Valencia Laguna Hills CA
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,801 reviews)
Very clean facility with nice front desk help and a convenient location. The breakfast was good. The price was very affordable. They have done a great job of maintaining an old facility.

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Laguna Hills Lodge
Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport

Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport

3.5 out of 5
2120 Main St Irvine CA
The price is ₹14,083 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
₹14,083
₹15,518 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Irvine. Enjoy free breakfast, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,458 reviews)
Great stay very nice hotel in the business district. Allowed for our family of 6 to enjoy the time and rooms large enough to accompany our family. Loved the complimentary breakfast!

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

4 out of 5
325 Bristol Street Costa Mesa CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹12,631 per night from 23 Jan to 24 Jan
₹12,631
₹14,045 total
23 Jan - 24 Jan
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! (3,022 reviews)
Would stay again

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel

Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel

4 out of 5
4500 Macarthur Blvd Newport Beach CA
The price is ₹14,092 per night from 6 Feb to 7 Feb
₹14,092
₹16,233 total
6 Feb - 7 Feb
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
I love it

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel
Sonesta Select Laguna Hills Irvine Spectrum

Sonesta Select Laguna Hills Irvine Spectrum

3 out of 5
23175 Avenida De La Carlota Laguna Hills CA
The price is ₹9,001 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
₹9,001
₹9,918 total
26 Jan - 27 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Laguna Hills. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,694 reviews)
Great staff

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Sonesta Select Laguna Hills Irvine Spectrum
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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, Monarch Beach Golf Links and Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas are some notable places to visit nearby.

Dana Hills
Beautiful  Sunset

Lantern District

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

Lantern District
#SpringFun exploring new places and watching the boats sail in to the harbor

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


Monarch Beach Travel Guide

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