What is Monarch Beach like?

Monarch Beach is a neighbourhood that people enjoy for its beautiful beaches. Make sure that you visit Monarch Beach Golf Links and Salt Creek Beach as part of your Monarch Beach travel plans.

What's a favourite place to stay in Monarch Beach?

Based on our traveller data, Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach is one of the top choices for your stay in Monarch Beach. This resort offers 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Another good option for your stay in the area is The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel .

How many hotels will I be able to find in Monarch Beach?

If you're searching for places to stay in Dana Point, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 130 Monarch Beach hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Monarch Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals in Monarch Beach.

What can I see and do in this Dana Point neighbourhood?

Dip your toes in the water at Salt Creek Beach or Dana Strands Beach while you're in Monarch Beach. Monarch Beach Golf Links and Dana Point Preserve are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. Three Arch Bay Beach, Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas and Dana Hills Tennis Center are just a few of the places to visit in and around Monarch Beach. When you're sightseeing in Dana Point, Baby Beach and Nature Interpretive Center are also worth a stop.

The Best Hotels in Monarch Beach, Dana Point - 2026 Updated Prices

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A resort with a central pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

1. Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

Monarch Beach

Jimmy

₹98,721 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

2. The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

Monarch Beach

Minoo Poorghorbanlasheh

₹105,356 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo

8.4 km from Monarch Beach

David

₹12,492 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

4. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Irvine Lake Forest

16.5 km from Monarch Beach

Maria Alpena

₹16,161 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

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

5. Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

14.3 km from Monarch Beach

Traci

₹13,964 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

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

6. Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

3.2 km from Monarch Beach

Dawn Elizabeth

₹12,525 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

7. Dana Point Marina Inn

Dana Point Harbor, 3 km from Monarch Beach

brittnie

₹10,760 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A spacious lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a large wall-mounted TV.

8. Fairfield Inn by Marriott Mission Viejo / Orange County

11.8 km from Monarch Beach

Jose

₹12,790 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

An outdoor seating area with a sofa, chairs, and tables, connected to an indoor space with a kitchen visible through glass doors.

9. Homewood Suites by Hilton Aliso Viejo - Laguna Beach

11 km from Monarch Beach

Joshua

₹15,284 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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

10. Laguna Hills Lodge

14.7 km from Monarch Beach

Chris

₹10,197 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A balcony with a table set for two, overlooking a beach with palm trees.

11. Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

Capistrano Beach, 5.1 km from Monarch Beach

Scott

₹12,524 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

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

12. Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

Capistrano Beach, 3.9 km from Monarch Beach

Steve

₹14,627 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

13. Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

16.1 km from Monarch Beach

Abdul

₹12,722 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

14. Capistrano Coast House

Capistrano Beach, 5.3 km from Monarch Beach

Fenik

₹17,569 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A building with a white facade, red-tiled roof, and arched windows. There are outdoor tables and red umbrellas, and palm trees in the background.

15. Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG

10.5 km from Monarch Beach

Gurinder

₹11,850 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a sunset view.

16. Ayres Hotel & Spa Mission Viejo – Lake Forest

20.9 km from Monarch Beach

Tamara

₹10,673 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A fountain with a decorative top, surrounded by a circular brick border and colorful flowers.

17. Laguna Inn & Suites

8.2 km from Monarch Beach

Baris

₹7,756 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

18. DoubleTree by Hilton Irvine - Spectrum

19.9 km from Monarch Beach

Laura

₹14,430 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a built-in fireplace, and a view of the city.

19. Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine Spectrum/Lake Forest

16.3 km from Monarch Beach

Nancy

₹12,722 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a green armchair, a wooden table, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

20. Hotel Avenida, San Clemente Beach

10.4 km from Monarch Beach

Michael

₹7,932 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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Where to stay in Monarch Beach

Find the best Monarch Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Monarch Beach

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 South Day Use Beach.

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A marina with numerous boats docked along the water.

Lantern District

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

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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 Coach House Concert Hall are top sights worth seeing.

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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 Doheny State Beach.

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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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Our top choices for Monarch Beach hotels

1. Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

2. The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo

4. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Irvine Lake Forest

5. Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

6. Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

7. Dana Point Marina Inn

8. Fairfield Inn by Marriott Mission Viejo / Orange County

9. Homewood Suites by Hilton Aliso Viejo - Laguna Beach

10. Laguna Hills Lodge

11. Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

12. Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

13. Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

14. Capistrano Coast House

15. Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG

16. Ayres Hotel & Spa Mission Viejo – Lake Forest

17. Laguna Inn & Suites

18. DoubleTree by Hilton Irvine - Spectrum

19. Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine Spectrum/Lake Forest

20. Hotel Avenida, San Clemente Beach

Where to stay in Monarch Beach

Capistrano Beach

Lantern District

Del Obispo

Dana Point Harbor

Dana Hills

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