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Our top choices for Ocean Institute hotels

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Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
4.0 star property
Lantern District, 0.3 km from Ocean Institute
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (633 reviews)
"Everything and everyone was terrific!"
United States
John
Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
Property entrance
Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club
5.0 star property
Monarch Beach, 2.5 km from Ocean Institute
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (658 reviews)
"Loved our stay! Comfortable rooms and great staff!"
United States
Yura
The price is ฿21,694
฿26,361 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Feb - 7 Feb
Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club
5 restaurants, breakfast served
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
5.0 star property
Monarch Beach, 1.9 km from Ocean Institute
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (23 reviews)
"Great experience, amazing service, the grounds are beautiful, new remodeled rooms, loved our stay. "
United States
Anastasia
The price is ฿20,599
฿25,087 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
Restaurant
Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa
4.0 star property
Lantern District, 1.5 km from Ocean Institute
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"great place"
United States
bret
The price is ฿8,345
฿10,531 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa
Outdoor pool
Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores

Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores

Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores
3.0 star property
Capistrano Beach, 3 km from Ocean Institute
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"The room was really good very spacious friendly staff "
United States
jessica
The price is ฿3,707
฿4,977 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores
Exterior
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel
2.5 star property
1.7 km from Ocean Institute
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean, staff was very nice. Great food all in walking distance."
United States
Anna
The price is ฿3,458
฿3,846 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel
Reception
Residence Inn by Marriott Dana Point San Juan Capistrano

Residence Inn by Marriott Dana Point San Juan Capistrano

Residence Inn by Marriott Dana Point San Juan Capistrano
3.0 star property
Del Obispo, 3.2 km from Ocean Institute
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (660 reviews)
"Very nice hotel . Loved the gym and the pool/jacuzzi. Nice location."
United States
RITA
The price is ฿4,772
฿5,258 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Residence Inn by Marriott Dana Point San Juan Capistrano
Aerial view
Dana Point Marina Inn

Dana Point Marina Inn

Dana Point Marina Inn
3.0 star property
Dana Point Harbor, 1 km from Ocean Institute
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,836 reviews)
"Accomadatingvery nice staff and location"
United States
Julia
The price is ฿3,287
฿3,655 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Dana Point Marina Inn
2 bars/lounges, rooftop bar, lobby lounge
Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach
3.0 star property
2.4 km from Ocean Institute
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Convient location, great property would stay again without a question. "
United States
Tonino
The price is ฿3,891
฿4,346 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach
Deluxe Villa, Beach View (Room 3 North Villa) | Beach/ocean view
Beachcomber Inn

Beachcomber Inn

Beachcomber Inn
3.0 star property
9.5 km from Ocean Institute
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (175 reviews)
"Room was clean, staff was friendly"
United States
Simi
Beachcomber Inn
3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Californian cuisine
The Ranch at Laguna Beach

The Ranch at Laguna Beach

The Ranch at Laguna Beach
4.0 star property
7 km from Ocean Institute
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (749 reviews)
"Great place all around"
United States
Erick
The price is ฿15,109
฿19,225 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
The Ranch at Laguna Beach
Surfing/boogie boarding
West Coast Surf and Stay

West Coast Surf and Stay

West Coast Surf and Stay
2.0 star property
10.9 km from Ocean Institute
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (151 reviews)
"Cute and Comfy good location and friendly staff will stay again "
United States
Michaelann
The price is ฿3,447
฿3,792 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
West Coast Surf and Stay
Bicycling
Le Petit Pali Laguna Beach

Le Petit Pali Laguna Beach

Le Petit Pali Laguna Beach
4.0 star property
7.7 km from Ocean Institute
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (334 reviews)
"Warm welcoming staff, beautiful location, close to beaches, shops, and a lovely charming property!"
United States
Rosanna
The price is ฿6,118
฿8,419 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Le Petit Pali Laguna Beach
Aerial view
Montage Laguna Beach

Montage Laguna Beach

Montage Laguna Beach
5.0 star property
7.6 km from Ocean Institute
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (688 reviews)
"Pretty and clean"
United States
Armando
The price is ฿24,000
฿30,098 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Montage Laguna Beach
Banquet hall
Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, Autograph Collection by Marriott

Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, Autograph Collection by Marriott

Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, Autograph Collection by Marriott
4.0 star property
6.3 km from Ocean Institute
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (362 reviews)
"Great place for kids and a short 2-day stay. "
United Kingdom
Caroline
The price is ฿9,286
฿11,650 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, Autograph Collection by Marriott
Exterior
Calafia Inn

Calafia Inn

Calafia Inn
2.5 star property
11.2 km from Ocean Institute
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (145 reviews)
"Extremely clean and welcoming property. 10/10 will return next year for Ohana Fest. Very enjoyable experience. "
United States
Christopher
The price is ฿3,451
฿3,796 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Calafia Inn
Deluxe Room, Ocean View | Terrace/patio
Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels

Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels

Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels
2.5 star property
10.7 km from Ocean Institute
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (321 reviews)
"Wonderful place great staff! Just remember no TV in the quiet rooms"
United States
robert
The price is ฿7,573
฿9,544 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels
Beach nearby
Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG
2.5 star property
8.7 km from Ocean Institute
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room, great staff, good breakfast! Thank you, we will be back soon!"
United States
Ellen
The price is ฿3,576
฿3,934 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG
Terrace/patio
The Tides Laguna Beach

The Tides Laguna Beach

The Tides Laguna Beach
2.0 star property
12.1 km from Ocean Institute
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location and charming ambience. "
United States
nancy
The price is ฿4,235
฿4,828 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
The Tides Laguna Beach
Beach nearby, beach umbrellas, beach towels
Laguna Beach House

Laguna Beach House

Laguna Beach House
3.0 star property
12.2 km from Ocean Institute
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location, clean rooms, friendly staff. "
United States
Cathy
The price is ฿3,840
฿5,601 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
Laguna Beach House
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Ocean Institute Hotel Reviews

Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Everything and everyone was terrific!"
John 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Hotels near other Ocean Institute attractions

Cool view looking down on Dana point
Photo by Jeremy Wyatt
Open Photo by Jeremy Wyatt

Baby Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Baby Beach during your trip to Dana Point?
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#SpringFun exploring new places and watching the boats sail in to the harbor
Photo by Andrew Marino
Open Photo by Andrew Marino

Dana Cove Park

4.4/5 (52 reviews)
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Dana Cove Park, a lovely green space in Dana Point. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the surfing spots.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Ocean Institute?
Ocean Institute is located in a welcoming area of Dana Point known for its beautiful beaches and surfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 128 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay near Ocean Institute?
Adjacent to Ocean Institute, Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. Other good choices within a short distance include Dana Point Marina Inn and Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa.
How many hotels will I be able to find near Ocean Institute?
Expedia has 128 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Ocean Institute.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Ocean Institute, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Ocean Institute.
What can I see and do near Ocean Institute?
You'll want to browse the exhibits at Mission San Juan Capistrano and Nature Interpretive Center. You can enjoy live performances at The Coach House and Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas. Spend some time exploring the the natural beauty of Salt Creek Beach, Dana Cove Park and Capistrano Beach Park.