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Top Trending Hotels Near Ocean Institute

Free daily full breakfast
Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

4.0 star property
Lantern District, 0.3 km from Ocean Institute
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (622)
"The location is ideal, the staff were very helpful and friendly, the breakfasts were wonderful and the wine and cheese Happy Hour was beyond our expectations (almost did not need dinner afterwards!)."
United States
Michael
Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
3 outdoor pools, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club

5.0 star property
Monarch Beach, 2.5 km from Ocean Institute
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (654)
"Loved our stay! Comfortable rooms and great staff!"
United States
Yura
The price is HK$4,764
HK$5,850 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

4.0 star property
Lantern District, 1.5 km from Ocean Institute
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Courteous staff, spotless room, gorgeous views."
United States
Chelsea
The price is HK$1,978
HK$2,510 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa
Front of property
Capistrano Surfside Inn

Capistrano Surfside Inn

3.0 star property
Capistrano Beach, 3.2 km from Ocean Institute
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (164)
"Very clean, friendly staff ! And great location ! "
United States
Isaac
The price is HK$1,433
HK$1,807 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Capistrano Surfside Inn
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Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

2.5 star property
1.7 km from Ocean Institute
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Great Stay Great Staff Great Hotel"
United States
Bruce
The price is HK$884
HK$983 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel
Property amenity
Residence Inn by Marriott Dana Point San Juan Capistrano

Residence Inn by Marriott Dana Point San Juan Capistrano

3.0 star property
Del Obispo, 3.2 km from Ocean Institute
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (653)
"Breakfast was great and reception staff were very cordial."
United States
Ricardo
The price is HK$1,118
HK$1,232 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Dana Point San Juan Capistrano
Outdoor pool
Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores

Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores

3.0 star property
Capistrano Beach, 3 km from Ocean Institute
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Roomy, great oceanfront views, clean , efficient staff, great amenities, and great location. "
United States
Rosabelle
The price is HK$920
HK$1,236 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Dana Point Marina Inn

Dana Point Marina Inn

3.0 star property
Dana Point Harbor, 1 km from Ocean Institute
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1817)
"Room was clean and comfortable and the staff was very helpful and friendly. "
United States
Pastor
The price is HK$804
HK$895 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Dana Point Marina Inn
2 bars/lounges, rooftop bar, lobby lounge
Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

3.0 star property
2.4 km from Ocean Institute
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"Staff was very nice room was great"
United States
Thasa
The price is HK$953
HK$1,064 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach
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The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

5.0 star property
Monarch Beach, 1.9 km from Ocean Institute
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (18)
"Amazing place just off the charts incredible. Love it."
United States
Robert
The price is HK$4,431
HK$5,464 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
Beach/ocean view
Beachcomber Inn

Beachcomber Inn

3.0 star property
9.5 km from Ocean Institute
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (168)
"Staff was very friendly and helpful, views are amazing, close to everything "
United States
Griselda
Beachcomber Inn
Beach
West Coast Surf and Stay

West Coast Surf and Stay

2.0 star property
10.9 km from Ocean Institute
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (138)
"Clean and spacious room, great location for dining, and owner made recommendations for the area plus was available in the event we needed anything extra!"
United States
Patricia
The price is HK$347
HK$382 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
West Coast Surf and Stay
View from property
Sea Horse Resort

Sea Horse Resort

3.5 star property
9.4 km from Ocean Institute
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (818)
"Really cute property, very friendly staff, great location!"
United States
Scott
The price is HK$869
HK$1,144 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Sea Horse Resort
Beach/ocean view
El Caminante Bar & Bungalows

El Caminante Bar & Bungalows

4.0 star property
Capistrano Beach, 3.5 km from Ocean Institute
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (282)
"Room was nice and we loved the out door fire pits they had. Right across the beach and a great location "
United States
Pamela
The price is HK$1,429
HK$1,862 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
El Caminante Bar & Bungalows
3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Californian cuisine
The Ranch at Laguna Beach

The Ranch at Laguna Beach

4.0 star property
7 km from Ocean Institute
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (743)
"Great place all around"
United States
Erick
The price is HK$3,706
HK$4,720 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
The Ranch at Laguna Beach
3 outdoor pools, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
Montage Laguna Beach

Montage Laguna Beach

5.0 star property
7.6 km from Ocean Institute
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (686)
"Gorgeous Hotel and location. "
Canada
jacci
The price is HK$6,967
HK$8,624 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Montage Laguna Beach
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds
Le Petit Pali Laguna Beach

Le Petit Pali Laguna Beach

4.0 star property
7.7 km from Ocean Institute
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (318)
"Warm welcoming staff, beautiful location, close to beaches, shops, and a lovely charming property!"
United States
Rosanna
The price is HK$1,362
HK$1,911 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Le Petit Pali Laguna Beach
Outdoor pool
Casa Laguna Hotel & Spa

Casa Laguna Hotel & Spa

4.0 star property
8.8 km from Ocean Institute
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (935)
"Great small hotel "
United States
David
The price is HK$1,139
HK$1,301 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Casa Laguna Hotel & Spa
View from room
Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels

Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels

2.5 star property
10.7 km from Ocean Institute
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (311)
"Everything was wonderful!! Will definitely stay here again!"
United States
Jillian Kate
The price is HK$1,900
HK$2,393 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels
Outdoor pool
Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, Autograph Collection by Marriott

Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, Autograph Collection by Marriott

4.0 star property
6.3 km from Ocean Institute
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (355)
"Lovely resort in perfect location."
United States
Christine
The price is HK$1,978
HK$2,532 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, Autograph Collection by Marriott
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Top Ocean Institute Hotel Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

10/10 Excellent
"clean room, helpful staff"
Christiaan 5-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

Hotels near other Ocean Institute attractions

Cool view looking down on Dana point
Photo by Jeremy Wyatt
Open Photo by Jeremy Wyatt

Baby Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Baby Beach during your trip to Dana Point?
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#SpringFun exploring new places and watching the boats sail in to the harbor
Photo by Andrew Marino
Open Photo by Andrew Marino

Dana Cove Park

4.4/5 (52 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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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 128 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 Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa and Dana Point Marina Inn.
How many hotels will I be able to find near Ocean Institute?
Expedia has 128 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, Dana Cove Park and Capistrano Beach Park.

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