The Best Hotels Closest to The Ecology Center in San Juan Capistrano for 2026

A garden with various plants and flowers, a gravel path, and a mountainous background.

Change your mind
Book hotels with free cancellation
Treat yourself
Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
Sign in
Be picky
Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Tonight

Tomorrow

This weekend

Next weekend

Our top choices for The Ecology Center hotels

An outdoor seating area with rows of chairs and tables, a stone pathway, and a building with large windows and balconies in the background.

An outdoor pool area with wicker furniture, a stone wall, and a pergola.

A hotel with a central courtyard, a fountain, and a covered entrance.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, wooden beams, and large windows.

1. Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, Autograph Collection by Marriott

Downtown, 2 km from The Ecology Center

Jeff

₩369,808

₩475,870 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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

A modern hotel exterior with a landscaped garden and a sign reading "Riviera Beach & Shores Hilton Vacation Club".

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

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

2. Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores

3.1 km from The Ecology Center

Shannon

₩244,224

₩308,895 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

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

A resort pool area with sun loungers and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean.

A large, modern hotel with a red roof and multiple garage doors.

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

3. Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

3.2 km from The Ecology Center

Melvin

₩387,031

₩485,043 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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

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.

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

4. Residence Inn by Marriott Dana Point San Juan Capistrano

Del Obispo, 1.7 km from The Ecology Center

Dmitri

₩258,590

₩284,953 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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

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

A grand entrance with a white balustrade, a blue overhang, and a statue of dolphins.

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

5. Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

2.9 km from The Ecology Center

Dawn Elizabeth

₩163,870

₩182,216 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A covered entrance with a brick pathway leading to a building, surrounded by palm trees and plants.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a tiled roof.

A hotel bathroom with a granite countertop sink, a hairdryer, a coffee maker, and a mirror reflecting a bedroom with a bed and a door.

6. Best Western Capistrano Inn

Downtown, 2.2 km from The Ecology Center

James

₩175,267

₩193,136 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A modern kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and a hanging light fixture.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden chairs, white cabinetry, and a hanging light fixture.

7. North Beach Villa

7.7 km from The Ecology Center

Brian

₩495,413

₩544,961 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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

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

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

A neatly made bed with white linens, a wooden headboard, and a small wooden nightstand beside it.

8. Calafia Inn

10.6 km from The Ecology Center

Dennis

₩170,950

₩188,045 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

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

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.

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

A room with a large window overlooking a beach with palm trees and a building with a red-tiled roof.

9. Sea Horse Resort

9.1 km from The Ecology Center

Elizabeth Dodd

₩295,708

₩358,549 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A beach view from a covered patio with lounge chairs and a view of the ocean and pier.

A bedroom with a large bed, a view of the ocean, a small table, and a chair.

A living room with a view of the ocean, a ceiling fan, and a television on the wall.

A pathway lined with tropical plants and a beach view in the background.

10. Beachcomber Inn

9.2 km from The Ecology Center

Norma

₩522,405

₩588,393 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a sunset view.

A buffet setup with various food items, including waffles, pastries, and fruits.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel with a tiled roof and a sign reading "AYRES HOTEL & SPA".

11. Ayres Hotel & Spa Mission Viejo – Lake Forest

18.9 km from The Ecology Center

Kevin

₩147,235

₩159,301 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

12. Capistrano Coast House

3.5 km from The Ecology Center

Fenik

₩229,858

₩255,593 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

An outdoor patio with a stone fireplace, seating area, and potted plants.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and a building with a tiled roof.

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a fireplace, and a painting on the wall.

A building with a sign reading "TIDES" and a vehicle parked in front.

13. The Tides Laguna Beach

12.7 km from The Ecology Center

Danton

₩261,053

₩297,600 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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 mountainous backdrop, a parking area, and buildings with red roofs.

14. The Ranch at Laguna Beach

7.6 km from The Ecology Center

Lilit

₩586,400

₩755,836 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

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.

15. Le Petit Pali Laguna Beach

8.4 km from The Ecology Center

Sandra

₩488,036

₩557,313 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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

A coastal view with a well-maintained lawn, outdoor seating area, and a fire pit.

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.

16. Montage Laguna Beach

8.4 km from The Ecology Center

Andrew

₩2,144,610

₩2,566,991 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

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

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

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

A room with two beds, a patterned tile wall, and a central door.

17. Casa Laguna Hotel & Spa

9.5 km from The Ecology Center

Rosa

₩391,474

₩447,044 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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

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

18. Laguna Beach House

12.7 km from The Ecology Center

Alexandra

₩406,479

₩520,688 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

A balcony with a view of the ocean, palm trees, and a beach.

A hotel room with a large bed, two wall-mounted lamps, a framed picture above the bed, and a nightstand with a phone.

A hillside building with multiple balconies, a staircase leading up to the building, and palm trees.

A coastal landscape with rocky terrain, a grassy foreground, and a beach in the background.

19. Laguna Surf

11.6 km from The Ecology Center

Jasmine

A modern hotel with a curved facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A coastal beach with clear blue waters, sandy shore, and lush greenery.

A modern kitchen with marble countertops, black bar stools, and a variety of food items displayed on shelves.

An outdoor seating area with a sofa, chairs, and a table, a large umbrella, and a modern building with large windows and a metal fence.

20. Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

15.9 km from The Ecology Center

erick

₩167,967

₩185,091 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

View all properties

Compare popular hotels close to The Ecology Center

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, Autograph Collection by Marriott	9.2 Wonderful 422 reviews	View
Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Residence Inn by Marriott Dana Point San Juan Capistrano	8.6 Excellent 705 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel	8.4 Very Good 1,000 reviews	View

Top The Ecology Center Hotel Reviews

Best Western Capistrano Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Really nice people work here and they are helpful. It's just a motel, not luxury, no elevators for 2nd floor. But great location for San Juan, walking distance to a lot, parking is free and abundant and good, free breakfast."

Capistrano Coast House

10/10 Excellent

"The room was very quaint. It had a wonderful bed and beautiful furniture. It also had a record player with albums that we could listen to. It was wonderful."

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Everyone was very courteous, helpful and friendly."

Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

8/10 Good

"Clean room, and a balcony with great view of the pool and beach!)"

Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores

10/10 Excellent

"Booked hotel last minute. Very nice outcome. Nice location, view and nice customer service. Will definitely come back"

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

8/10 Good

"The property is on a nice location and close to the beach. We enjoyed the view of the ocean."

Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, Autograph Collection by Marriott

8/10 Good

"this property was beautiful located in a very cool old western town with a lot of history. there was a lot to do, tons of restaurants with delicious food, walking distance to old mission ruins. The hotel offered a beautiful pool, hot tub, and seating area with cabanas and tons of umbrellas for shade. They even included a high quality SPF station with lemon water. the room was diligently cleaned, staff were kind and the dinner restaurant food was amazing as well as the breakfast cafe that also offered delicious breakfast. Parking is pricey but the hotel is located next to an overnight parking garage within walking distance that is 1/2 the price. The only downfall was that the breakfast cafe that was supposed to serve lunch until 3pm closed their kitchen at 1pm and there were no servers at the pool during mon-wed which are the days we were there for so you have get up leave the pool for food and drinks."

Other attractions near The Ecology Center

The Coach House Concert Hall

The Coach House Concert Hall is just one of the places to see in San Juan Capistrano, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

See properties

The Coach House

8.6/10 (36 reviews)

Get tickets for a show at The Coach House, a theater with a story to tell in San Juan Capistrano. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

See properties

Los Rios Historic District

9.0/10 (62 reviews)

You can find out about the history of San Juan Capistrano with a trip to Los Rios Historic District. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its great live music.

See properties

Trevor's At The Tracks

Trevor's At The Tracks is just one of the places to see in San Juan Capistrano, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

See properties

Regency Theatres San Juan Capistrano

You can take time to visit Regency Theatres San Juan Capistrano during your travels to San Juan Capistrano.

See properties

Rancho Capistrano Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Rancho Capistrano Winery during your travels to San Juan Capistrano.

See properties

Historic Town Center Park

After visiting Historic Town Center Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Juan Capistrano.

See properties

Blas Aguilar Adobe

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Blas Aguilar Adobe during your travels in San Juan Capistrano.

See properties

Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around The Ecology Center?

The Ecology Center is located in a historic area of San Juan Capistrano known for its beautiful beaches and surfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 9 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to The Ecology Center?

Dana Point Marina Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a marina and free breakfast. It's located 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from The Ecology Center. Other good options within a few miles include Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach and Residence Inn by Marriott Dana Point San Juan Capistrano.

How many hotels will I find near The Ecology Center?

Expedia has 9 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from The Ecology Center.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near The Ecology Center, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals near The Ecology Center.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near The Ecology Center?

For additional details about changing or cancelling your stay near The Ecology Center, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near The Ecology Center?

Study the collections at Mission San Juan Capistrano, Ocean Institute, or Nature Interpretive Center. You can enjoy live performances at The Coach House and Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas. Spend some time wandering around Salt Creek Beach, Lantern Bay County Park, and Capistrano Beach Park.

Find hotels near The Ecology Center, San Juan Capistrano from ₩159,301

Change your mind

Treat yourself

Be picky

Check prices for these dates

Filter by

Star rating

Guest rating

Our top choices for The Ecology Center hotels

1. Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, Autograph Collection by Marriott

2. Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores

3. Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

4. Residence Inn by Marriott Dana Point San Juan Capistrano

5. Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

6. Best Western Capistrano Inn

7. North Beach Villa

8. Calafia Inn

9. Sea Horse Resort

10. Beachcomber Inn

11. Ayres Hotel & Spa Mission Viejo – Lake Forest

12. Capistrano Coast House

13. The Tides Laguna Beach

14. The Ranch at Laguna Beach

15. Le Petit Pali Laguna Beach

16. Montage Laguna Beach

17. Casa Laguna Hotel & Spa

18. Laguna Beach House

19. Laguna Surf

20. Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

Compare popular hotels close to The Ecology Center

Top The Ecology Center Hotel Reviews

Best Western Capistrano Inn

Capistrano Coast House

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores

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

Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, Autograph Collection by Marriott

Other attractions near The Ecology Center

The Coach House Concert Hall

The Coach House

Los Rios Historic District

Trevor's At The Tracks

Regency Theatres San Juan Capistrano

Rancho Capistrano Winery

Historic Town Center Park

Blas Aguilar Adobe

Frequently asked questions