Dana Point Harbor Travel Guide
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Visit Dana Point Harbor
Stay near popular Dana Point Harbor attractions
Things to do

Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Small-Group Best Beaches in Orange County Day Tour

Dana Point Dolphin & Whale Watching With Underwater Viewing

Whale-Watching and Orange County Beaches Tour from Anaheim

High Speed Zodiac Whale Watching Safari from Dana Point

Dolphin & Whale Watching Eco-Safari with Underwater Viewing
Top hotels in Dana Point Harbor

Dana Point Marina Inn

Laguna Hills Lodge

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport
"My room floor near the entrance is uneven and the toilet is not aligned straight. Keycard location when entering and exiting the $39 parking pot is inconvenient. You have to get out of your car to scan it."
Reviewed on 1 Aug 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Irvine Spectrum
"Our stay was a nice one."
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
"Front desk was so helpful when we arrived very late in the evening."
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

Sonesta Select Laguna Hills Irvine Spectrum
"Front desk Staff were sweet but it seemed like they were low staffed with housekeepers. It took them all day to finally give me towels and toilet paper. I let them know at 11am and didn’t receive it until 8pm. Carpet didn’t seem to be vacuumed."
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Dana Point Harbor

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.

Monarch Beach
Monarch Beach is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Monarch Beach Golf Links or Salt Creek Beach.

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

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

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.















