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1. Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach
5.0 star property
Monarch Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (696 reviews)
"A favorite destination of our which we have been visiting for years. I love the location and the amenities! The hotel could use a renovation-the public spaces are looking tired but you simply can’t beat having access to the beach club! Dinner at sunset is magic!"
United States
Jimmy
The price is ₩1,173,900
₩1,401,603 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

2. The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
5.0 star property
Monarch Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (71 reviews)
"Its location and amazing view and poolside foods"
Canada
Minoo Poorghorbanlasheh
The price is ₩1,291,150
₩1,531,171 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
Aerial view

3. 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, (2,183 reviews)
"Good vacation stay near many beautiful kid friendly beaches"
United States
brittnie
The price is ₩134,635
₩149,707 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Dana Point Marina Inn
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4. Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel
2.5 star property
3.2 km from Monarch Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,007 reviews)
"Great location, good breakfast and comfortable bed"
United States
Debra
The price is ₩145,406
₩161,684 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel
Lobby

5. 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, (1,712 reviews)
"I enjoyed everything… staff was great, breakfast was delicious and the hot tub was very relaxing!!"
United States
Traci
The price is ₩180,545
₩198,952 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo
Garden

6. Laguna Hills Lodge

Laguna Hills Lodge
2.5 star property
14.7 km from Monarch Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,642 reviews)
"Very nice place. Very nice stay."
United States
Kevin
The price is ₩131,611
₩144,772 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Laguna Hills Lodge
Restaurant

7. 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, (1,005 reviews)
"Had a very nice and comfy stay."
United States
David
The price is ₩163,917
₩177,350 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo
Room amenity

8. 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, (1,230 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Scott
The price is ₩171,256
₩190,428 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point
Outdoor pool, open 6 AM to 10 PM, sun loungers

9. Hyatt Regency Newport Beach West

Hyatt Regency Newport Beach West
4.0 star property
24.8 km from Monarch Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"My wife and I have a good time, the hotel was clean and the pool was nice."
United States
Carlos
The price is ₩272,345
₩300,111 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Hyatt Regency Newport Beach West
2 bars/lounges, rooftop bar, lobby lounge

10. Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach
3.0 star property
Capistrano Beach, 3.9 km from Monarch Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,010 reviews)
"Loved the location & staff"
United States
William
The price is ₩185,919
₩207,662 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach
Coffee service

11. Casablanca Inn

Casablanca Inn
2.5 star property
9.9 km from Monarch Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,839 reviews)
"Great location close to the beach and town"
United States
CARLOS
The price is ₩168,428
₩185,271 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Casablanca Inn
Outdoor pool

12. Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores

Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores
3.0 star property
Capistrano Beach, 4.7 km from Monarch Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"The location is great!!"
United States
Shannon
The price is ₩238,335
₩301,446 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores
Exterior

13. Hyatt House Irvine/John Wayne Airport

Hyatt House Irvine/John Wayne Airport
3.0 star property
25.4 km from Monarch Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"This property was clean, friendly staff , excellent breakfast and the bar staff at night was the best."
United States
Timothy
The price is ₩193,190
₩212,885 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Hyatt House Irvine/John Wayne Airport
Lobby lounge

14. 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, (1,152 reviews)
"rooms were nice and pool was great for the kids, good value for our stay"
United States
Justin
The price is ₩176,533
₩195,952 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Best Western Plus Newport Mesa Inn
Lobby

15. Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
4.0 star property
25.5 km from Monarch Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,444 reviews)
"Nice hotel! Will stay there again!"
United States
Anastasia
The price is ₩179,908
₩200,049 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
Front of property - evening/night

16. Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest
3.5 star property
16.1 km from Monarch Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,208 reviews)
"nice hotel."
United States
Abdul
The price is ₩174,918
₩192,751 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest
Lobby

17. Hampton Inn & Suites Irvine-Orange County Airport

Hampton Inn & Suites Irvine-Orange County Airport
3.0 star property
25.1 km from Monarch Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,050 reviews)
"Breakfast was very good and the front desk was especially knowledgeable and helpful"
United States
Tyler
The price is ₩175,537
₩193,433 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Hampton Inn & Suites Irvine-Orange County Airport
Lobby

18. Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport
3.5 star property
25.4 km from Monarch Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,484 reviews)
"This hotel is much better than i expected!!!"
United States
Yongkai
The price is ₩175,026
₩222,544 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

19. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG
2.5 star property
31.6 km from Monarch Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,238 reviews)
"Nice room, friendly reception, yummy breakfast with many options."
United States
Rebecca
The price is ₩164,255
₩185,928 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG
Lobby

20. 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, (1,803 reviews)
"Love staying here everytime"
United States
Lesley
The price is ₩208,657
₩229,929 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport
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Where to stay in Monarch Beach

Find the best Monarch Beach 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 North Day Use Beach.

A coastal town with a marina, cliffs, and a beach.

Lantern District

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

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 Coach House Concert Hall.

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 Doheny State 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 Dana Point Harbor.

Top Monarch Beach Hotel Reviews

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

8/10 Good
"It was all very satisfactory"
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MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

Frequently asked questions

What is Monarch Beach like?
Monarch Beach is a neighborhood that people enjoy for its beautiful beaches. Be sure to check out Monarch Beach Golf Links and Salt Creek Beach as part of your Monarch Beach travel plans.
What's a favorite place to stay in Monarch Beach?
Based on our traveler 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 can I expect to find in Monarch Beach?
If you're searching for places to stay in Dana Point, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 128 Monarch Beach hotels and other accommodations to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Monarch Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals in Monarch Beach.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Monarch Beach?
For additional details about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to Monarch Beach, head over to our customer service page.
What can I see and do in this Dana Point neighborhood?
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 neighborhood. 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.

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