Monarch Beach

Dana Point

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/
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.
Having a wonderful time at  Salt Creek beach.

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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 €719 per night from 6 Feb to 7 Feb
€719
6 Feb - 7 Feb
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. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (658 reviews)
Amazing service

Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club
Embassy Suites by Hilton Santa Ana Orange County Airport

Embassy Suites by Hilton Santa Ana Orange County Airport

3.5 out of 5
1325 East Dyer Road Santa Ana CA
The price is €111 per night from 19 Jan to 20 Jan
€111
19 Jan - 20 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Ana. Enjoy free breakfast, a free airport shuttle and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
6.2/10 (1,848 reviews)
The hotel is okay. The staff were friendly and courteous. Five minutes from the airport, the shuttle only runs 9-5 M-F, so that was a bit of a bummer. The breakfast was GREAT. The floors were shiny and clean. They need a plant person on staff as their plants and plant spaces were lacking and thirsty. ...

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Santa Ana Orange County Airport
Costa Mesa Marriott

Costa Mesa Marriott

4 out of 5
500 Anton Blvd Costa Mesa CA
The price is €129 per night from 30 Jan to 31 Jan
€129
30 Jan - 31 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Costa Mesa. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,448 reviews)
Good hotel! Would stay again!

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Costa Mesa Marriott
Atrium Hotel at Orange County Airport

Atrium Hotel at Orange County Airport

3 out of 5
18700 Macarthur Blvd Irvine CA
The price is €106 per night from 23 Jan to 24 Jan
€106
23 Jan - 24 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Irvine. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
7.4/10 Good! (2,063 reviews)
Yes

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Atrium Hotel at Orange County Airport
Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel

Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel

4 out of 5
4500 Macarthur Blvd Newport Beach CA
The price is €161 per night from 16 Jan to 17 Jan
€161
16 Jan - 17 Jan
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
I love it

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,793 reviews)
Room was clean and comfortable, staff were nice

Reviewed on 10 Jan 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 Point Harbor and Baby Beach.

Regatta
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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
Beautiful  Sunset

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 Doheny State Beach.

Dana Point Harbor
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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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