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 129 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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Our top choices for Monarch Beach hotels

3 outdoor pools, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

1. Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

Monarch Beach

Jimmy

₩1,622,474 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 13 - Aug 14

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

2. The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

Monarch Beach

Noreen

₩1,699,785 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

3. Dana Point Marina Inn

Dana Point Harbor, 3 km from Monarch Beach

Aaron

₩183,094 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

4. Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

14.3 km from Monarch Beach

Ryan

₩227,071 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

5. Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

3.2 km from Monarch Beach

Mike

₩203,579 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

6. Laguna Hills Lodge

14.7 km from Monarch Beach

ky

₩169,568 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

7. Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

Capistrano Beach, 5.1 km from Monarch Beach

Marxis

₩229,186 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

8. Best Western Capistrano Inn

6.1 km from Monarch Beach

Susana

₩215,691 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

9. Casablanca Inn

9.9 km from Monarch Beach

Allison

₩212,317 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

10. Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

25.4 km from Monarch Beach

Mark

₩242,672 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

11. Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

16.1 km from Monarch Beach

Dudley

₩218,245 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 20 - Aug 21

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo

8.4 km from Monarch Beach

Romie

₩215,810 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

13. Homewood Suites by Hilton Aliso Viejo - Laguna Beach

11 km from Monarch Beach

Larry

₩232,884 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

14. Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

25.5 km from Monarch Beach

Amir

₩207,517 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

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

Capistrano Beach, 5.1 km from Monarch Beach

Connie

₩213,120 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

Queen/Queen Shower Loft with Sofa Sleeper | Living area | 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

16. Lemon Heights Inn

29.3 km from Monarch Beach

Samuel

₩143,453 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 6 - Aug 7

17. Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport

25.6 km from Monarch Beach

Elizabeth

₩245,810 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 20 - Aug 21

32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV, pay movies

18. Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel

24.6 km from Monarch Beach

Michael

₩311,714 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 7 - Aug 8

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

19. DoubleTree by Hilton Irvine - Spectrum

19.9 km from Monarch Beach

Ni

₩219,511 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 7 - Aug 8

20. Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores

Capistrano Beach, 4.7 km from Monarch Beach

William

₩385,877 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

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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 South Day Use Beach.

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A marina with numerous boats docked along the water.

Lantern District

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Top Monarch Beach Hotel Reviews

14 West Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We came in winter and the weather was gorgeous and well priced room!"

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

8/10 Good

"First off, great service. Front desk was very nice and helpful. The hotel smelled great and our rooms were quite nice and comfortable. The pool was also pretty okay. I did not go to the bar or breakfast so I can't necessarily comment on that. The only downsides were that plastic cups weren't replaced on a daily basis and the air conditioning for the second room was not maintained prior to my stay. The engineer that helped us opened up the ac filter, only to find that it was frozen over. However, customer service regarding that was very kind and understanding. I definitely enjoyed my stay there and would probably come back in the future."

Laguna Hills Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"We had a very good stay.The location in Laguna Hills is great and very convenient for exploring Orange County.The room was clean, comfortable, and well maintained. The staff was friendly, and the atmosphere was calm and relaxing, although it’s worth noting that there is a fire station nearby, so you may occasionally hear sirens."

Sonesta Select Laguna Hills Irvine Spectrum

8/10 Good

"Room was clean, and bed was very comfortable. The hallway carpets desperately need replaced. STRONG manufactured scent in lobby and hallways so if you are sensitive to fragrance I’d suggest against this hotel. Pool was very nice - warm and clean. Some staff is great, some is cold and uninviting. Constantly had to ask for fresh / new towels for both the room and pool. $10 a night for parking. Overall okay stay."

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Our top choices for Monarch Beach hotels

1. Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

2. The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

3. Dana Point Marina Inn

4. Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

5. Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

6. Laguna Hills Lodge

7. Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

8. Best Western Capistrano Inn

9. Casablanca Inn

10. Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

11. Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo

13. Homewood Suites by Hilton Aliso Viejo - Laguna Beach

14. Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

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

16. Lemon Heights Inn

17. Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport

18. Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel

19. DoubleTree by Hilton Irvine - Spectrum

20. Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores

Where to stay in Monarch Beach

Capistrano Beach

Lantern District

Dana Point Harbor

Del Obispo

Dana Hills

Top Monarch Beach Hotel Reviews

14 West Hotel

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