Monarch Beach Travel Guide

Dana Point

A golf course with a beach and ocean in the background.
A coastal resort with a beachfront, a golf course, and a large pool area.
A mural of a van and a surfer.
A beach with waves at sunset.
A beach with waves, people, and a distant shoreline with buildings.

Stay near popular Monarch Beach attractions

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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Top hotels in Monarch Beach

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

5 out of 5
1 Monarch Beach Resort Dana Point CA
The price is ₹90,220 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
₹90,220
₹107,158 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
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. ...
Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

5 out of 5
1 Ritz Carlton Dr Dana Point CA
The price is ₹75,805 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
₹75,805
₹90,951 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (65 reviews)
"Its location and amazing view and poolside foods"

Reviewed on 2 Sept 2026

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
Laguna Hills Lodge

Laguna Hills Lodge

2.5 out of 5
23932 Paseo De Valencia Laguna Hills CA
The price is ₹7,762 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
₹7,762
₹8,538 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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! (3,588 reviews)
"the only thing that was wrong was the TV’s channel selection….should have access to sporting events such as golf channel…ESPN…etc."

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

Laguna Hills Lodge
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 ₹11,878 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
₹11,878
₹13,208 total
20 Sept - 21 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 ...
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
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 ₹7,506 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
₹7,506
₹8,271 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Laguna Hills. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,962 reviews)
"Everything was good"

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

Sonesta Select Laguna Hills Irvine Spectrum
Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

3.5 out of 5
17941 Von Karman Avenue Irvine CA
The price is ₹12,062 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
₹12,062
₹15,385 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
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! (1,459 reviews)
"loved the positive messaging and open spaces for guests on the ground floor"

Reviewed on 2 Sept 2026

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport
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Where to stay in Monarch Beach

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A coastal residential area with houses, a clear blue sea, and a distant city skyline.

Capistrano Beach

Capistrano Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Doheny State Beach and North Day Use Beach.

A marina with numerous boats docked along the water.
Photo by Ruth Rieckehoff
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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.

An old church with a cross on top, a brick wall, and a pathway leading to it.

Del Obispo

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

A marina filled with boats, a coastal town with buildings, and a clear sky.

Dana Point Harbor

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

A coastal town with a marina, beach, and residential area.

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.

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