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Our top choices for Monarch Beach hotels

3 outdoor pools, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach
5.0 star property
Monarch Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (678 reviews)
"Excellent resort. Coming back on July"
United States
Anna
The price is ฿31,628
฿37,566 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach
Garden

Laguna Hills Lodge

Laguna Hills Lodge
2.5 star property
14.7 km from Monarch Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,380 reviews)
"Clean💕Quiet and peaceful Good breakfast Very friendly staff"
United States
grace
The price is ฿3,356
฿3,692 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Laguna Hills Lodge
Lobby

Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo
3.0 star property
14.3 km from Monarch Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,727 reviews)
"Enjoyed the great location, clean rooms and great breakfast staff."
Canada
Joel
The price is ฿5,963
฿6,571 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo
Exterior

Best Western Capistrano Inn

Best Western Capistrano Inn
2.5 star property
6.1 km from Monarch Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,008 reviews)
"Close walkable to San Juan Capistrano Mission and town."
United States
Alice
The price is ฿4,528
฿4,989 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Best Western Capistrano Inn
Room amenity

Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point
2.5 star property
Capistrano Beach, 5.1 km from Monarch Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,179 reviews)
"We loved our stay! Great Service,clean rooms and 5min away from Dana point Harbor."
United States
Plinio
The price is ฿5,331
฿5,928 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point
Aerial view

Dana Point Marina Inn

Dana Point Marina Inn
3.0 star property
Dana Point Harbor, 3 km from Monarch Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (2,083 reviews)
"Nice location breakfast was great !!!!"
United States
Aaron
The price is ฿5,465
฿6,077 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Dana Point Marina Inn
Coffee service

Casablanca Inn

Casablanca Inn
2.5 star property
9.9 km from Monarch Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,811 reviews)
"Perfect location and free parking right by the trolley route!"
United States
Bobbi
The price is ฿4,491
฿4,940 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Casablanca Inn
On the beach, white sand, beach towels, beach volleyball

Balboa Inn, On the Beach

Balboa Inn, On the Beach
3.0 star property
21.5 km from Monarch Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,012 reviews)
"Great location and staff."
United States
Carole
The price is ฿9,934
฿11,927 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Balboa Inn, On the Beach
Queen/Queen Shower Loft with Sofa Sleeper | Living area | 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Lemon Heights Inn

Lemon Heights Inn
2.5 star property
29.3 km from Monarch Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (724 reviews)
The price is ฿2,936
฿3,318 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Lemon Heights Inn
Restaurant

Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo

Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo
2.5 star property
8.4 km from Monarch Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,013 reviews)
"great hotel in a nice location , i will come back"
United States
Katya
The price is ฿4,914
฿5,317 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo
Lobby lounge

Best Western Plus Newport Mesa Inn

Best Western Plus Newport Mesa Inn
3.0 star property
26.1 km from Monarch Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,132 reviews)
The price is ฿5,570
฿6,182 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Best Western Plus Newport Mesa Inn
Outdoor pool, open 5:30 AM to 11:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)

The Westin South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa

The Westin South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa
4.0 star property
27.9 km from Monarch Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"This hotel always has the best customer service every single time we go."
United States
Tammy
The price is ฿7,501
฿9,276 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
The Westin South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa
Beach nearby

Holiday Inn Express Newport Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Newport Beach by IHG
3.0 star property
24.3 km from Monarch Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,158 reviews)
"Great breakfast too"
United States
Donna
The price is ฿6,438
฿7,082 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Holiday Inn Express Newport Beach by IHG
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Ayres Hotel & Spa Mission Viejo – Lake Forest

Ayres Hotel & Spa Mission Viejo – Lake Forest
3.5 star property
20.9 km from Monarch Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,163 reviews)
The price is ฿3,285
฿3,554 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Ayres Hotel & Spa Mission Viejo – Lake Forest
Lobby

Fairfield Inn & Suites Tustin Orange County

Fairfield Inn & Suites Tustin Orange County
3.5 star property
29.2 km from Monarch Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,009 reviews)
"So nice and the pool is lovely super nice staff"
United States
alexis
The price is ฿5,090
฿5,764 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Fairfield Inn & Suites Tustin Orange County
Lobby

Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport

Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport
3.5 star property
25.6 km from Monarch Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,710 reviews)
"Great property to stay with family. Very family friendly. Room set up, lobby, breakfast, pool and helpfulness."
United States
Kini
The price is ฿5,684
฿6,264 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Hyatt Regency Irvine

Hyatt Regency Irvine
4.0 star property
24.6 km from Monarch Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,053 reviews)
"Comfortable and great location."
United States
Manal
The price is ฿7,032
฿7,749 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Hyatt Regency Irvine
Terrace/patio

Crescent Bay Inn

Crescent Bay Inn
2.0 star property
10.8 km from Monarch Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"The location was amazing and we had such a great time! The room could use a few refreshing updates, but that’s pretty typical for a beachfront spot in such a prime location. Being so close to the beach made it completely worth it, and we really enjoyed our stay."
United States
Nannette
The price is ฿6,218
฿7,223 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Crescent Bay Inn
Bar (on property)

Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
27.8 km from Monarch Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,015 reviews)
"Excellent hotel next to the Orange county performing arts center. Very nice. Will definitely stay here again."
United States
Thomas
The price is ฿6,902
฿7,675 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
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Where to stay in Monarch Beach

Find the best Monarch Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal residential area with houses, a clear blue sea, and a distant city skyline.

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.

A marina with numerous boats docked along the water.
Photo by Ruth Rieckehoff
Open Photo by Ruth Rieckehoff

Lantern District

If you're spending some time in Lantern District, Dana Point Preserve and Heritage Park are top sights worth seeing.

A marina filled with boats, a coastal town with buildings, and a clear sky.

Dana Point Harbor

While visiting Dana Point Harbor, you might make a stop by sights like Dana Point Harbor and Baby Beach.

An old church with a cross on top, a brick wall, and a pathway leading to it.

Del Obispo

If you're spending some time in Del Obispo, The Coach House and The Sea Caves are top sights worth seeing.

A coastal town with a marina, beach, and residential area.

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.

Top Monarch Beach Hotel Reviews

The Westin South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa

The Westin South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa

10/10 Excellent
"Great location"
JANEL 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
The Westin South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa

Frequently asked questions

What is Monarch Beach like?
Monarch Beach is a neighbourhood that people enjoy for its beautiful beaches. Make sure that you visit Monarch Beach Golf Links and Salt Creek Beach as part of your Monarch Beach travel plans.
What's a favourite place to stay in Monarch Beach?
Based on our traveller data, Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach is one of the top choices for your stay in Monarch Beach. This resort offers 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Another good option for your stay in the area is The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Monarch Beach?
If you're searching for places to stay in Dana Point, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 132 Monarch Beach hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Monarch Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals in Monarch Beach.
What can I see and do in this Dana Point neighbourhood?
Dip your toes in the water at Salt Creek Beach or Dana Strands Beach while you're in Monarch Beach. Monarch Beach Golf Links and Dana Point Preserve are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. Three Arch Bay Beach, Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas and Dana Hills Tennis Center are just a few of the places to visit in and around Monarch Beach. When you're sightseeing in Dana Point, Baby Beach and Nature Interpretive Center are also worth a stop.