Monarch Beach

Dana Point

Green No.3 at Monarch Beach Golf Links, Dana Point, California, USA
Green No.3 at Monarch Beach Golf Links, Dana Point, California, USA
Great mural by local high school students perfectly visualise what this beach is all about. And for a big audience as well: 

“Each year, about 7 million people pass through the tunnel to the beach.“

Maybe not so secret..

https://www.ocregister.com/2018/03/27/new-mural-with-mystery-surfer-girl-replaces-30-year-old-painting-at-salt-creek-beach-tunnel/
A California sunset, clear skies and the sound of the ocean running over the rocks makes Strand Beach a great stop. 

#BvSWater #ocean
Commanding views of the Salt Creek beach allowed me to eat my huevos rancheros and watch the dolphins surf alongside the short boarders.   I slept really well here, though full surf days help.

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Top hotels in Monarch Beach

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club

5 out of 5
1 Monarch Beach Resort Dana Point CA
The price is €811 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
€811
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Dana Point. Enjoy 3 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (662 reviews)
Top notch hotel. Very very nice property.

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

4 out of 5
325 Bristol Street Costa Mesa CA
The price is €117 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
€117
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Costa Mesa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,091 reviews)
Great basic hotel with decent in hotel restaurant. Convenient location.

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel

Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel

4 out of 5
4500 Macarthur Blvd Newport Beach CA
The price is €163 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
€163
27 Feb - 28 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newport Beach. Enjoy a free airport shuttle, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,015 reviews)
Beautiful resort

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel
Hyatt Regency Newport Beach

Hyatt Regency Newport Beach

4 out of 5
1107 Jamboree Rd Newport Beach CA
The price is €233 per night from 21 Feb to 22 Feb
€233
21 Feb - 22 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Newport Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
wanted to charge $10 a day for microwave which Expedia did not advertise said it was included. also $40 a day for resort fee when they advertised $25

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Hyatt Regency Newport Beach
Laguna Beach House

Laguna Beach House

3 out of 5
475 N Pacific Coast Highway Laguna Beach CA
The price is €200 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
€200
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Laguna Beach. Enjoy parking (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and a business centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,007 reviews)
Terrific spot and wonderful service! Easy to walk to all. Loved getting a cup of coffee, or two, or three and watching the sunrise in the morning on the beach chair that was provided. Also enjoyed the hot tub and fire pit. Great place. Lovely people working there. Love the location!

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Laguna Beach House
Laguna Hills Lodge

Laguna Hills Lodge

2.5 out of 5
23932 Paseo De Valencia Laguna Hills CA
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Laguna Hills. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,885 reviews)
This place was fantastic. I enjoyed my stay, the cleanliness, and everything all around was terrific. Darren Smith West Chester, PA

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

Laguna Hills Lodge
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Other neighbourhoods around Monarch Beach

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Marquesa

While Marquesa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Monarch Beach Golf Links and Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas.

Marquesa
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Regatta

While Regatta may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Dana Strands Beach and Ocean Institute.

Regatta
Aerial view looking out over Dana Point Harbor and Baby Beach

Dana Hills

While Dana Hills isn't home to many top sights, Monarch Beach Golf Links and Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas are some notable places to visit nearby.

Dana Hills
Panoramic Aerial View of Dana Point Harbor and PCH, California

Lantern District

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

Lantern District
#SpringFun exploring new places and watching the boats sail in to the harbor

Dana Point Harbor

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

Dana Point Harbor
Ruins of Mission San Juan Capistrano in California

Del Obispo

If you're spending some time in Del Obispo, The Coach House and The Sea Caves are top sights worth seeing.

Del Obispo


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