Lantern District Travel Guide

Dana Point

A coastal town with a marina, cliffs, and a beach.
A marina with boats docked at sunset.
A beach with waves at sunset.
A coastal marina with boats, a beach, and a rocky hill in the background.
A cafe named BikeReligion with outdoor seating and a coffee sign.

Stay near popular Lantern District attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in Lantern District

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

4 out of 5
25135 Park Lantern Dana Point CA
The price is ฿11,781 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
฿11,781
฿14,450 total
22 Jul - 23 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Dana Point. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"I understand that this is a very high end resort and spa, but the fact there we received no forewarning that more than half the resort was closed off for remodel made our stay less than desirable. Staff was helpful and friendly. But the available amenities were not accommodating for the amount of ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa
Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

3.5 out of 5
17941 Von Karman Avenue Irvine CA
The price is ฿4,987 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
฿4,987
฿6,233 total
8 Aug - 9 Aug
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! (1,349 reviews)
"Pros: We loved our stay at Sonesta by John Wayne Airport. The room was very clean and no unpleasant odors. The staff were friendly and very accommodating. The gym, pool, and amenities were excellent. It made our stay enjoyable. Cons: The breakfast was very good and the dinner menu was good but not ..."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport
Laguna Hills Lodge

Laguna Hills Lodge

2.5 out of 5
23932 Paseo De Valencia Laguna Hills CA
The price is ฿3,573 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
฿3,573
฿3,930 total
14 Jul - 15 Jul
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! (3,341 reviews)
"Easy check-in process. Staff were very helpful. Room was readily available and clean. This place is highly recommended!!!"

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Laguna Hills Lodge
Pacific Edge Hotel

Pacific Edge Hotel

3 out of 5
647 South Coast Highway Laguna Beach CA
The price is ฿6,935 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
฿6,935
฿9,066 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Laguna Beach. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,555 reviews)
"This hotel needs a complete remodel. It’s very old and not well maintained. It’s way overpriced for the condition of the hotel. The location is great and fortunately there’s plenty to do in the area. The photos are very misleading. I would not recommend if you like a clean, remodeled hotel."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

Pacific Edge Hotel
Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG

Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG

3 out of 5
2726 S Grand Ave Santa Ana CA
The price is ฿5,341 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
฿5,341
฿6,046 total
8 Aug - 9 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Ana. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG
Hyatt Regency Newport Beach West

Hyatt Regency Newport Beach West

4 out of 5
4545 Macarthur Blvd Newport Beach CA
The price is ฿7,932 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
฿7,932
฿8,741 total
8 Aug - 9 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newport Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,018 reviews)
"CLEAN ROOM AND FRIENDLY STAFF"

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2026

Hyatt Regency Newport Beach West
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Where to stay in Lantern District

Find the best Lantern District 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.

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.

Dana Point Harbor

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

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.

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.



Lantern District Travel Guide