Monarch Beach Travel Guide
Dana Point
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Popular places to visit
Salt Creek Beach Park
Salt Creek Beach Park is just one of the places to see in Dana Point, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants.
Dana Point Harbor
Explore the waterfront of Dana Point Harbor and enjoy other activities such as surfing in Dana Point. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Doheny State Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Doheny State Beach during your travels in Dana Point? Wander the seaside in this family-friendly area.
Salt Creek Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Salt Creek Beach during your trip to Dana Point? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Capistrano Beach Park
Capistrano Beach Park is just one of the places to see in Dana Point, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Dana Strands Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Dana Strands Beach during your trip to Dana Point? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Things to do
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
Dana Point Dolphin & Whale Watching With Underwater Viewing
Small-Group Best Beaches in Orange County Day Tour
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 Monarch Beach
Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
"Classic Ritz Carlton experience Excellent experience for adults and kids alike A worthwhile splurge if you have the chance"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG
"Carpet needs to be replaced"
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Laguna Hills Lodge
"rude staff not wanting to address the issues that we were concerned about, this place evidently is an extended stay property with regular tennants sitting out in their vehicles while their diesel engines were running getting drunk, smoking weed and just stared at us as they were parked right in front ..."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Sonesta Select Laguna Hills Irvine Spectrum
"Thanks for working with me, great staff."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Pacific Edge Hotel
"Ocean front rooms in the reef building need help! Kids wend to swim in the pool and the underwater light unit came floating up by a cord…"
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Monarch Beach
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.
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 Coach House Concert Hall are top sights worth seeing.
Dana Point Harbor
While visiting Dana Point Harbor, you might make a stop by sights like Dana Point Harbor and Doheny State 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.
