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1. Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa
4.0 star property
Lantern District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Hotel was under construction for the time we were there! Good amenities and staff"
United States
Melvin
The price is ₩401,891
₩502,343 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa
Free daily full breakfast

2. Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
4.0 star property
Lantern District
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (707 reviews)
"Truly enjoyed the Inn and the staff were so helpful."
United States
Marquitta
The price is ₩559,792
₩668,691 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
Aerial view

3. Dana Point Marina Inn

Dana Point Marina Inn
3.0 star property
Dana Point Harbor, 0.9 km from Lantern District
7.8 out of 10, Good, (2,160 reviews)
"Good vacation stay near many beautiful kid friendly beaches"
United States
brittnie
The price is ₩181,544
₩201,874 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Dana Point Marina Inn
Exterior

4. Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel
2.5 star property
1 km from Lantern District
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,024 reviews)
"Great location, free parking, decent breakfast, nice staff. ."
United States
Dawn Elizabeth
The price is ₩165,191
₩183,684 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel
Lobby

5. Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo
3.0 star property
15.9 km from Lantern District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,728 reviews)
"Awesome customer service, wonderful comfy rooms, clean hotel, yummy breakfast, fun pool and great price point!"
United States
Marisa
The price is ₩185,840
₩204,786 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo
Room amenity

6. Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point
2.5 star property
Capistrano Beach, 2.8 km from Lantern District
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,217 reviews)
"I always enjoy staying at this hotel nice clean older but well maintained good breakfast."
United States
Pamela
The price is ₩176,277
₩196,011 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point
Garden

7. Laguna Hills Lodge

Laguna Hills Lodge
2.5 star property
16.1 km from Lantern District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,580 reviews)
"Great place , will stay there again."
United States
Chris
The price is ₩124,724
₩137,196 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Laguna Hills Lodge
Restaurant

8. Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo

Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo
2.5 star property
8.9 km from Lantern District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"Great location, clean rooms & friendly staff! "
United States
Romie
The price is ₩169,321
₩183,197 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo
Terrace/patio

9. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Irvine Lake Forest

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Irvine Lake Forest
3.5 star property
18 km from Lantern District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (665 reviews)
"Good sized rooms that are very clean. Breakfast was wonderful and quite helpful when traveling. Loved the covered and secure parking also."
United States
Jackie
The price is ₩181,821
₩200,358 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Irvine Lake Forest
Exterior

10. Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG
2.5 star property
8.3 km from Lantern District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"Great location, excellent property, good breakfast options"
Canada
Gurinder
The price is ₩169,071
₩185,978 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG
Outdoor pool

11. Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores

Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores
3.0 star property
Capistrano Beach, 2.4 km from Lantern District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"The location is great!!"
United States
Shannon
The price is ₩246,193
₩311,384 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores
Exterior

12. Best Western Capistrano Inn

Best Western Capistrano Inn
2.5 star property
5.3 km from Lantern District
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,014 reviews)
"Big rooms, and very clean. The breakfast buffet was excellent. Beautiful area and great location."
United States
Marco
The price is ₩170,790
₩188,202 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Best Western Capistrano Inn
Beach nearby, white sand, sun loungers, beach towels

13. Capistrano Coast House

Capistrano Coast House
4.0 star property
Capistrano Beach, 3 km from Lantern District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (428 reviews)
"Nice boutique hotel, staff was friendly, location was quiet. I will definitely stay here again."
United States
Derrick
The price is ₩237,213
₩263,766 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Capistrano Coast House
Terrace/patio

14. Best Western Plus Dana Point Inn-by-the-sea

Best Western Plus Dana Point Inn-by-the-sea
2.5 star property
Capistrano Beach, 2.9 km from Lantern District
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Great location. Excellent staff."
United States
Andrea
The price is ₩172,065
₩191,328 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Best Western Plus Dana Point Inn-by-the-sea
Lobby

15. Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
4.0 star property
27.7 km from Lantern District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,428 reviews)
"We enjoyed the pool area, and found it easy to navigate the hotel. Parking was great and we generally enjoyed our stay."
United States
Lori D
The price is ₩170,970
₩190,108 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
Coffee service

16. Casablanca Inn

Casablanca Inn
2.5 star property
7.7 km from Lantern District
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,847 reviews)
"Breakfast was great, location was perfect."
United States
Allison
The price is ₩173,367
₩190,704 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Casablanca Inn
Front of property - evening/night

17. Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest
3.5 star property
17.5 km from Lantern District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,210 reviews)
"Clean room, great breakfast, and very helpful and friendly staff."
United States
John
The price is ₩180,682
₩199,102 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest
Terrace/patio

18. Homewood Suites by Hilton Aliso Viejo - Laguna Beach

Homewood Suites by Hilton Aliso Viejo - Laguna Beach
3.0 star property
12.7 km from Lantern District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,009 reviews)
"Clean quiet room Great location towards Laguna Beach Love it that I can bring my little puppy"
United States
Anja
The price is ₩203,412
₩224,149 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Homewood Suites by Hilton Aliso Viejo - Laguna Beach
Terrace/patio

19. The Surfbreak Hotel

The Surfbreak Hotel
2.5 star property
10.5 km from Lantern District
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (754 reviews)
"It was a great stay"
United States
Lacey
The price is ₩131,024
₩182,237 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
The Surfbreak Hotel
Exterior

20. Hyatt House Irvine/John Wayne Airport

Hyatt House Irvine/John Wayne Airport
3.0 star property
27.5 km from Lantern District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"Staff was kind! Enjoyed our stay"
United States
Gabriel
The price is ₩199,074
₩219,370 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Hyatt House Irvine/John Wayne Airport
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Where to stay in Lantern District

Find the best Lantern District areas and neighborhoods 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 coastal resort with a beachfront, a golf course, and a large pool area.

Monarch Beach

Travelers come to Monarch Beach for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Monarch Beach Golf Links and Salt Creek Beach while you're in town.

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

Del Obispo

While visiting Del Obispo, you might make a stop by sights like The Coach House and The Sea Caves.

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.

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

Dana Hills

Though Dana Hills might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Monarch Beach Golf Links and Baby Beach.

Top Lantern District Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG

Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Great servicee brackfast good frendly staff"
Jose 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Lantern District?
Travelers will be sure to enjoy their time in Dana Point's Lantern District neighborhood. Be sure to check out Dana Point Preserve and Heritage Park as part of your Lantern District travel plans.
What's a favorite hotel to stay in Lantern District?
Based on our traveler data, Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay in Lantern District. This resort is a short 7-minute walk from Dana Point Harbor, and it offers 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa.
How many hotels can I expect to find in Lantern District?
Expedia has 85 hotels and other accommodations in Lantern District to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Dana Point area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Lantern District, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals in Lantern District.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Lantern District?
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What is there to do in this Dana Point neighborhood?
A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in Lantern District are Dana Point Preserve and Heritage Park. While you're out sightseeing in Dana Point, be sure to visit other sights like Dana Cove Park or Dana Point Harbor.