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A breakfast table with plates of food, a blue vase, and a view of the sea.

A table set for breakfast with a view of the sea, including plates of food, drinks, and a vase of flowers.

A marina with numerous boats docked, a pier, and a beach area.

A room with striped armchairs, a sofa, and a wicker ottoman. Large windows offer a view of the outdoors.

1. Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Lantern District, 0.3 km from Ocean Institute

Marquitta

₩406,549

₩497,414 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A patio with two chairs, a fire feature, and a view of a hillside with houses and palm trees.

A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a checkered floor.

A luxurious dining area with a view of the ocean, elegant furniture, and a grand staircase.

A coastal view from a balcony with a curved balustrade overlooking a sandy beach and ocean.

2. The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

Monarch Beach, 1.9 km from Ocean Institute

Minoo Poorghorbanlasheh

₩1,154,547

₩1,379,471 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A resort with a central pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

An outdoor dining area with a central fire feature, surrounded by tables and chairs, and umbrellas providing shade.

A spacious lobby with a central table, seating arrangements, and a large chandelier.

A restaurant with tables and chairs arranged for dining, large windows offering a view of the beach, and a ceiling with a unique light fixture.

3. Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

Monarch Beach, 2.5 km from Ocean Institute

Ryan

₩1,087,720

₩1,306,759 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building.

A coastal hotel with multiple buildings, a beach in the foreground, and a hilly backdrop.

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a TV, and a painting.

4. Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores

Capistrano Beach, 3 km from Ocean Institute

Kris

₩241,542

₩305,501 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central chandelier, a fireplace, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

A patio area with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a pool.

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.

A hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, a bar, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

5. Residence Inn by Marriott Dana Point San Juan Capistrano

Del Obispo, 3.2 km from Ocean Institute

Dmitri

₩226,137

₩249,192 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A coastal resort with multiple-story buildings, a golf course, and a beach.

A spacious dining area with a long table set for a meal, surrounded by chairs. Large windows provide a view of the outdoors.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, overlooking a coastal town.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a central fire pit, and a view of the sunset over a landscape with trees and a building.

6. Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

Lantern District, 1.5 km from Ocean Institute

Karen

₩384,781

₩482,223 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A hotel with a grand entrance, multiple balconies, and a staircase leading to the main entrance.

A hotel pool area with lounge chairs and a sign reading "Best Western PLUS".

A marina with boats docked, a rocky breakwater, and a coastal town in the background.

A spacious living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

7. Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

1.7 km from Ocean Institute

Debra

₩150,954

₩167,853 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, a central fire pit, and a view of the ocean.

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and large windows allowing natural light.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small round table, and a bench. There is a wardrobe, a mirror, and a door leading to a bathroom.

A multi-story hotel with a pool area, surrounded by palm trees and a view of distant mountains.

8. Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

Capistrano Beach, 2.4 km from Ocean Institute

William

₩188,420

₩210,455 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A marina with numerous boats docked, a parking lot, and a building with multiple floors in the background.

A beach with waves, a sandy shore, and some vegetation in the foreground.

A marina with numerous boats docked, a parking area, and a view of the ocean.

A reception area with a 'WELCOME' sign, a receptionist, and two armchairs with decorative pillows.

9. Dana Point Marina Inn

Dana Point Harbor, 1 km from Ocean Institute

Jon

₩130,526

₩145,138 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A coastal scene with a sunset, buildings, and a person surfing.

A sign with the text "West Coast Surf and Stay" against a clear blue sky.

Two beds with white bedding and patterned blankets, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with sunlight streaming in.

A family with a dog and a surfboard in a room with a tiled floor.

10. West Coast Surf and Stay

10.9 km from Ocean Institute

Dustin

₩160,180

₩176,199 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A night scene with a large agave plant in a planter, a well-lit building with blue doors, and a grassy lawn.

A motel with blue doors and windows, outdoor seating with wooden chairs, and a parking sign indicating a minimum fine.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a small refrigerator.

11. Calafia Inn

11.2 km from Ocean Institute

Aaron

₩169,956

₩186,951 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A coastal view with tall palm trees, a pier extending into the ocean, and a beach with buildings in the background.

A balcony with a view of the ocean, palm trees, and a pier. There are wicker chairs and a small round table.

A spacious room with large windows offering a view of the ocean and palm trees, a ceiling fan, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A spacious living area with a dining table, chairs, a sofa, and a TV. The room has large windows offering a view of the ocean and palm trees.

12. Sea Horse Resort

9.4 km from Ocean Institute

ann-michele

₩292,460

₩354,609 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large painting of a sunset.

A hotel with a tiled roof, multiple windows, and a flag.

A snack and beverage display with various packaged snacks and drinks, including Pepsi.

An outdoor patio with a stone fireplace, metal chairs, and potted plants.

13. Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

16.6 km from Ocean Institute

Christie

₩182,329

₩200,918 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A dining area with a view of a golf course and hills.

A resort with a large swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a view of mountains.

A bar area with a stone wall, wooden ceiling beams, and multiple bar stools.

An aerial view of a golf course with a clubhouse, parking area, and surrounding hills.

14. The Ranch at Laguna Beach

7 km from Ocean Institute

Lilit

₩731,828

₩920,819 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A coastal town with beachfront properties, a beach, and a mountain backdrop.

An aerial view of a coastal resort with multiple buildings, a beachfront, and a pool area.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a palm tree, and a clear sky.

A spacious interior with a high ceiling, large windows offering a view of the sea, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

15. Montage Laguna Beach

7.6 km from Ocean Institute

Andrew

₩1,441,229

₩1,762,470 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs, a sandy beach, and a clear blue sea.

An outdoor patio with wooden chairs, a fire pit, and string lights.

A hallway with surfboards, a chessboard, and various plants.

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and string lights.

16. Laguna Beach House

12.2 km from Ocean Institute

Alexandra

₩263,772

₩357,669 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A pool area with lounge chairs, a stone wall, and palm trees.

A pathway flanked by lush greenery and palm trees, leading to a building with a red roof.

A room with a blue upholstered sofa, a round table with a vase, and a star-shaped hanging light.

A covered outdoor seating area with rows of benches and hanging planters.

17. Casa Laguna Hotel & Spa

8.8 km from Ocean Institute

Rosa

₩330,069

₩376,923 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

18. Capistrano Coast House

Capistrano Beach, 3.5 km from Ocean Institute

Fenik

₩194,430

₩216,195 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A coastal beach with a rocky cliff, palm trees, and a calm sea.

A kitchen with green cabinets, a marble countertop, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern living room with a green sofa, a round wooden coffee table, and a wicker chair. There is a large window with a view of trees and a balcony.

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of a balcony with plants.

19. Le Petit Pali Laguna Beach

7.7 km from Ocean Institute

Ralph

₩455,483

₩520,139 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A terrace with outdoor seating, overlooking a body of water, and a building with a balcony.

A bedroom with a large bed, a view of the sea, and a balcony with a table and chairs.

A living room with a ceiling fan, a flat-screen TV, a wooden coffee table with a plant, a sofa, and a view of the ocean through large sliding doors.

A coastal residential area with houses, a beach, and palm trees.

20. Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels

10.7 km from Ocean Institute

Terence

₩483,478

₩590,925 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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Compare popular hotels close to Ocean Institute

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn	9.6 Exceptional 718 reviews	View
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel	9.2 Wonderful 76 reviews	View
Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach	9.2 Wonderful 703 reviews	View
Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Residence Inn by Marriott Dana Point San Juan Capistrano	8.6 Excellent 709 reviews	View

Top Ocean Institute Hotel Reviews

Dana Point Marina Inn

8/10 Good

"Lo que me gustó el lugar muy céntrico para la playa la atención del recepcionista muy atento que no me gustó que la tina del baño al momento que se baña la ducha se tapa muy rápido la secadora de cabello no funcionaba entonces hay cosas que hay que tomarle atención si eso es lo que ofrece en un hospedaje poner cosas que funcione el resto muy buena la atención y el desayuno que incluye excelente"

Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, view, staff, pool. Had a great vacation, everything was wonderful except the bed.....way too firm. We had a difficult time sleeping; tossing and turning all night."

Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed there for Ohanafest and while the rate was high based on demand, it was great to just have a 20 minute no hills walk to the venue. Place was great, no issues, clean room that matched the photos, and we really enjoyed the bar and all the Steelers fans right next door for Sunday football. Staff was great at the hotel and I felt the value was good given the festival pricing. We reserved less than two weeks before Ohana so pricing was sky high for the options that remained and I felt this was a pretty good deal not having to deal with rideshare to get there and back. We will definitely look to this place and plan earlier next year!"

Capistrano Surfside Inn

8/10 Good

"The location is ideal but the property is showing its age."

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

8/10 Good

"The staff and the hotel are great - but there is a lot of construction - and the pricing was outrageous for the festival (1200 to 1500 per night) - even though much of the hotel was blocked off and construction ongoing. That said, there was still a pool open (and it was great) as well as some great restaurants - but I do think they should have offered much cheaper rates during construction as you could still hear it during the day, so it wasnt quite as relaxing. Looking forward to when it is all finished."

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was absolutely perfect and will make it an annual event! I’ll never book thru Expedia ever again! Awful!"

Other attractions near Ocean Institute

A rocky shoreline with a sailboat on calm blue waters.

Baby Beach

8.8/10 (140 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Baby Beach during your trip to Dana Point?

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A marina with several sailboats docked, a small boat with yellow life jackets, and a hilly landscape in the background.

Dana Cove Park

9.0/10 (158 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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A coastal landscape with a clear blue ocean, a sandy beach, and a town in the distance.

Dana Point Preserve

You can take time to visit Dana Point Preserve during your travels to Dana Point. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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A coastal town with a beach, ocean, and a hill with buildings.

Dana Strands Beach

9.0/10 (6 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Dana Strands Beach during your trip to Dana Point? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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A lifeguard tower labeled SC 2 on a beach at sunset.

Salt Creek Beach Park

9.0/10 (272 reviews)

Salt Creek Beach Park is just one of the places to see in Dana Point, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants.

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Harbor Point Park

9.2/10 (150 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Harbor Point Park and enjoy the surfing in Dana Point. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or experience its lively festivals.

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Nature Interpretive Center

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Nature Interpretive Center during your trip to Dana Point. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

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Heritage Park

Learn about the local history of Dana Point with a stop at Heritage Park.

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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, check out the 108 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel 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 traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. Other good choices close by include Dana Point Marina Inn and Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Ocean Institute?

Expedia has 108 hotels and other accommodations 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 hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Ocean Institute.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Ocean Institute?

For more information about updating your stay near Ocean Institute or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.

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 natural beauty of Salt Creek Beach, Capistrano Beach Park, and Dana Cove Park.

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Our top choices for Ocean Institute hotels

1. Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

2. The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

3. Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

4. Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores

5. Residence Inn by Marriott Dana Point San Juan Capistrano

6. Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

7. Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

8. Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

9. Dana Point Marina Inn

10. West Coast Surf and Stay

11. Calafia Inn

12. Sea Horse Resort

13. Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

14. The Ranch at Laguna Beach

15. Montage Laguna Beach

16. Laguna Beach House

17. Casa Laguna Hotel & Spa

18. Capistrano Coast House

19. Le Petit Pali Laguna Beach

20. Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels

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Top Ocean Institute Hotel Reviews

Dana Point Marina Inn

Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores

Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

Capistrano Surfside Inn

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

Other attractions near Ocean Institute

Baby Beach

Dana Cove Park

Dana Point Preserve

Dana Strands Beach

Salt Creek Beach Park

Harbor Point Park

Nature Interpretive Center

Heritage Park

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