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

Dana Point Dolphin & Whale Watching With Underwater Viewing

Whale-Watching and Orange County Beaches Tour from Anaheim

Whale Watching Excursion in Dana Point

Small-Group Best Beaches in Orange County Day Tour

High Speed Zodiac Whale Watching Safari from Dana Point
Top hotels in Lantern District

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

Laguna Hills Lodge
"Was so beautiful the staff was nice the pool was fun and I had a great time thank you Laguna hills lodge would definitely recommend!!!"
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport
"Clean modern rooms with plenty or useful power outlets in actually useful locations. There was ample parking. Staff were super nice and helpful especially the girls handling the breakfast orders. They packaged it perfectly with everything needed to go back to our room. The location is in a quiet ..."
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Hyatt Regency Newport Beach West
"Nice to have EV chargers on site."
Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

Dana Point Marina Inn
"I hate to see this go. I know I won’t be able to afford ever coming back with the new Marina and all…."
Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026
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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.












