Lantern District Travel Guide
Dana Point





Visit Lantern District
Stay near popular Lantern District 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 Lantern District

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa
"MASSIVE CONSTRUCTION TIL JAN 2027! They did not disclose the construction upon booking. Painting inside and out. Jackhammering outside, tearing stuff down. Paint smell is so strong! Don’t stay unless you’re willing to have to endure construction early in the morning, chemical paint smells and long ..."
Reviewed on 19 Sept 2026

Laguna Hills Lodge
"I found the staff to be very kind d."
Reviewed on 20 Sept 2026

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

Hyatt Regency Newport Beach West
"Every employee we encountered from the first phone call, to the friendly staff who attended to us at the coffee shop/store, to the delicious brunch and the very attentive staff who greeted and served us there, to checking our final charges at the front desk, was friendly, helpful, and professional. ..."
Reviewed on 20 Sept 2026

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
"Beautiful ! Helpful staff. Enjoyed our stay"
Reviewed on 19 Sept 2026

Dana Point Marina Inn
Where to stay in Lantern District

Capistrano Beach
Capistrano Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Doheny State Beach and North 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.

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 Dana Point Harbor are some notable places to visit nearby.












