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Our top choices for Monarch Beach hotels

1. Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach
5.0 star property
Monarch Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (682 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 ₩1,365,934
₩1,622,474 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 13 - Aug 14
Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

2. The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
5.0 star property
Monarch Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (59 reviews)
"Love the view, great beach access."
United States
Noreen
The price is ₩1,436,605
₩1,699,785 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

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, (2,103 reviews)
"Nice location breakfast was great !!!!"
United States
Aaron
The price is ₩164,660
₩183,094 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Dana Point Marina Inn

4. 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, (1,704 reviews)
"Great place to stay with family and small children"
United States
Ryan
The price is ₩206,064
₩227,071 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

5. 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, (1,003 reviews)
"Great place lots of food close by"
United States
Mike
The price is ₩183,084
₩203,579 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

6. Laguna Hills Lodge

Laguna Hills Lodge
2.5 star property
14.7 km from Monarch Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,453 reviews)
"nice location and a pretty good breakfast to get ya going"
United States
ky
The price is ₩154,153
₩169,568 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Laguna Hills Lodge

7. 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, (1,192 reviews)
"We fell in love with the area and all the locals who work here"
United States
Marxis
The price is ₩206,113
₩229,186 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

8. Best Western Capistrano Inn

Best Western Capistrano Inn
2.5 star property
6.1 km from Monarch Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Room was clean, staff was helpful and friendly, breakfast was included."
United States
Susana
The price is ₩195,736
₩215,691 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Best Western Capistrano Inn

9. Casablanca Inn

Casablanca Inn
2.5 star property
9.9 km from Monarch Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,815 reviews)
"Breakfast was great, location was perfect."
United States
Allison
The price is ₩193,015
₩212,317 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Casablanca Inn

10. 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, (1,390 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Mark
The price is ₩191,432
₩242,672 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

11. Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest
3.5 star property
16.1 km from Monarch Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,189 reviews)
"We had an excellent stay. The Hilton Garden staff was nothing short of Awesome!!!!! Highly recommended!!!!"
United States
Dudley
The price is ₩198,053
₩218,245 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

12. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location, clean rooms & friendly staff! "
United States
Romie
The price is ₩199,464
₩215,810 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo

13. Homewood Suites by Hilton Aliso Viejo - Laguna Beach

Homewood Suites by Hilton Aliso Viejo - Laguna Beach
3.0 star property
11 km from Monarch Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,009 reviews)
"Great property, clean, quiet"
United States
Larry
The price is ₩211,338
₩232,884 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Homewood Suites by Hilton Aliso Viejo - Laguna Beach

14. 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, (3,353 reviews)
"Very good hotel and location"
United States
Amir
The price is ₩186,624
₩207,517 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

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

Best Western Plus Dana Point Inn-by-the-sea
2.5 star property
Capistrano Beach, 5.1 km from Monarch Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Staff were very helpful and made my stay very comfortable"
United States
Connie
The price is ₩191,663
₩213,120 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Best Western Plus Dana Point Inn-by-the-sea

16. Lemon Heights Inn

Lemon Heights Inn
2.5 star property
29.3 km from Monarch Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (813 reviews)
"Was really nice definitely would stay again and recommend"
United States
Samuel
The price is ₩126,949
₩143,453 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Lemon Heights Inn

17. 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, (1,728 reviews)
"All the staff were nice friendly and super helpful, the breakfast was great too!"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is ₩223,069
₩245,810 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport

18. Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel

Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel
4.0 star property
24.6 km from Monarch Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,035 reviews)
"Nice property and location, looking forward to another stay!"
United States
Michael
The price is ₩270,596
₩311,714 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 7 - Aug 8
Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel

19. DoubleTree by Hilton Irvine - Spectrum

DoubleTree by Hilton Irvine - Spectrum
4.0 star property
19.9 km from Monarch Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay !!"
United States
Ni
The price is ₩199,555
₩219,511 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 7 - Aug 8
DoubleTree by Hilton Irvine - Spectrum

20. 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)
"We throughly enjoyed our stay!"
United States
William
The price is ₩311,977
₩385,877 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores
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Where to stay in Monarch Beach

Find the best Monarch Beach areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

Lantern District

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

Dana Point Harbor

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

Del Obispo

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

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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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 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.