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Green No.3 at Monarch Beach Golf Links, Dana Point, California, USA

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Where to stay in Monarch Beach

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

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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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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Ruins of Mission San Juan Capistrano in California

Del Obispo

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

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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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Aerial view looking out over Dana Point Harbor and Baby Beach

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.

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Top Monarch Beach Hotel Reviews

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

4/10 Poor

"The room I got was suppose to be not smoking but it smelled heavily of cigarette smoke. There is no actually stove or dishwasher in the room. They have a one mini countertop stove that they take to your room upon request as well as the dishes and silverware. They do not take out trash, fill towels, toilet paper, or soap during duration of stay. Unfortunately it is very poorly maintained. Upon opening one of the room darkening shades one of the handles fell off. The bath tub faucet and shower head are barely hanging on for dear life. You have to be very careful when using them. The TV does not have any Internet so you just watch what's on satellite TV. They use vouchers for breakfast which I actually prefer as to avoid any breakfast chaos with a family of 6."

Embassy Suites by Hilton Santa Ana Orange County Airport

2/10 Terrible

"I am sorry to say, I was pretty disappointed with our stay at this hotel. the hotel was dirty and very outdated. the bathroom faucet was coming off the sink, and the pillows and comforters had stains on them. this hotel is a pet friendly hotel so we did find urine stains on the balcony. the only thing that we did enjoy was the complimentary breakfast they serve, the staff was super friendly and professional on their work. I hope that for the price they charge, they do a little better on the care they give to this hotel"

Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

4/10 Poor

"This hotel was in a decent location, but unfortunately, there’s no access to the beach directly across the street. You have to go over this ridiculously huge bridge in order to get to the beach, which is a very rocky beach so we just drove to Laguna each day. One thing I was very disappointed in was the fact I specifically decided to book this place so I can relax in the hot tub and look at the ocean. The view from the hot tub is good. However, the hot tub did not have any jets flowing whatsoever. So it was pretty much like taking a bath. For the first two days, the hot tub was ideal temperature but towards the end it got lukewarm. For the property managers this is something where a little can go a long way.! just fix the Jets to appease your customers. It’s really not a hard thing to do. And I would imagine it would boost your reviews a ton if the hot tub actually had jets. We also had trouble sleeping some nights because we stayed on the second floor and the floor above us, you could hear everything. Anytime someone moved any furniture or walked fastly you could hear it."

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

6/10 Okay

"We stay at this hotel every year because it's clean and close to where we want to be without paying the crazy high prices of being right on the ocean. This gets us close enough. It really does bother me that there is a charge for parking. Not everything had to be a price gouge. It's just annoying."

Frequently asked questions

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 132 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.

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The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

Laguna Hills Lodge

Dana Point Marina Inn

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Irvine Spectrum

Fairfield Inn & Suites Tustin Orange County

Lemon Heights Inn

Fairfield Inn by Marriott Mission Viejo / Orange County

Best Western Capistrano Inn

Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo

Best Western Plus Newport Mesa Inn

Ayres Suites Mission Viejo – Lake Forest

Casablanca Inn

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

Star Inn Motel

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Orange County Airport

Hilton Irvine/Orange County Airport

Hotel Avenida, San Clemente Beach

Ramada by Wyndham Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

Where to stay in Monarch Beach

Capistrano Beach

Lantern District

Del Obispo

Dana Point Harbor

Dana Hills

Top Monarch Beach Hotel Reviews

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

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