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 ฿9,690 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿9,690
฿12,112 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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 ...
Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa
Laguna Hills Lodge

Laguna Hills Lodge

2.5 out of 5
23932 Paseo De Valencia Laguna Hills CA
The price is ฿3,339 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
฿3,339
฿3,673 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
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! (3,475 reviews)
"This hotel was awesome for the price. Tim helped me out a few times and had great customer service. Clean, close to a lot of locations, and best of all a great price"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Laguna Hills Lodge
Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

3.5 out of 5
17941 Von Karman Avenue Irvine CA
The price is ฿4,776 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿4,776
฿5,996 total
16 Aug - 17 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 ...
Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Irvine Spectrum

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Irvine Spectrum

3 out of 5
14972 Sand Canyon Ave Irvine CA
The price is ฿2,743 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
฿2,743
฿3,017 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Irvine. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
6.8/10 (1,392 reviews)
"The room overlooks train tracks. When the train passes, the entire room is shaking."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Irvine Spectrum
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

4 out of 5
325 Bristol Street Costa Mesa CA
The price is ฿4,159 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
฿4,159
฿4,625 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Costa Mesa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,373 reviews)
"Its a was a convenient hotel....just wasn't my taste. Seemed very dated. The rooms were not warm and inviting...my room felt like I was in a basement. Staff at the front desk was nice. The waiters at the restaurant seemed very rude and not helpful. The beds were uncomfortable, they only had a sheet ..."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
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 ฿3,589 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿3,589
฿4,063 total
16 Aug - 17 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
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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 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.



Lantern District Travel Guide