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 ฿9,474 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿9,474
฿11,842 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"The property is under major construction, who knew. No mention of it at time of booking. Okay, I can get past that. My room 3029 the diverter button kept popping out while taking a shower! One one. The TP roll kept falling away from the wall surface. I brought this to the front desk attention you'd ..."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2026

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa
Laguna Hills Lodge

Laguna Hills Lodge

2.5 out of 5
23932 Paseo De Valencia Laguna Hills CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,956 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿2,956
฿3,252 total
31 Aug - 1 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 ...
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 ฿4,237 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
฿4,237
฿5,393 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
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! (1,442 reviews)
"Staff was so nice. Rooms clean and everything was very relaxing."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport
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 ฿4,031 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
฿4,031
฿4,482 total
8 Sept - 9 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! (3,420 reviews)
"Clean"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
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 ฿3,162 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿3,162
฿3,478 total
20 Sept - 21 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 (1,431 reviews)
"Great employees very nice"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Irvine Spectrum
Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel

Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel

4 out of 5
4500 Macarthur Blvd Newport Beach CA
The price is ฿6,175 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
฿6,175
฿7,113 total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newport Beach. Enjoy a free airport shuttle, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,062 reviews)
"Great business hotel. I stayed for a work trip. I would not say her with the family, because it is not very close to anything except the airport. It seemed to be mostly business travelers, people who had layovers or flights at the airport, and people in town for a conference. Rooms were very clean, ..."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel
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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.

Del Obispo

If you're spending some time in Del Obispo, The Coach House and The Sea Caves 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 Baby Beach.

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