Dana Point Hotel Guide. Hotels in Lantern District, Dana Point, United States of America

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Our top choices for Lantern District hotels

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Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa
4.0 star property
Lantern District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice place. Too cold to feel like a real resort. If you don't seek the resort vibe, it's great."
United States
David
The price is €278
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa
Free daily full breakfast

Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
4.0 star property
Lantern District
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (659 reviews)
"Location was wonderful with nearby shopping and out door recreation options"
United States
Jon
The price is €311
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May
Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
Hiking

Casablanca Inn

Casablanca Inn
2.5 star property
7.7 km from Lantern District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,694 reviews)
"Check in staff was great!"
United States
Robyn
The price is €103
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Casablanca Inn
Garden

Laguna Hills Lodge

Laguna Hills Lodge
2.5 star property
16.1 km from Lantern District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,047 reviews)
"Nice and friendly staff with nice breakfast "
United States
lina
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Laguna Hills Lodge
Terrace/patio

The Surfbreak Hotel

The Surfbreak Hotel
2.5 star property
10.5 km from Lantern District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (710 reviews)
"It was wonderful. Bed was comfortable and everything clean. Thank you"
United States
Gabriel
The price is €114
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr
The Surfbreak Hotel
Exterior

Best Western Capistrano Inn

Best Western Capistrano Inn
2.5 star property
5.3 km from Lantern District
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,010 reviews)
"Impeccable staff very friendly and accommodating. Room was clean and quiet and cool."
United States
Jennifer
The price is €116
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Best Western Capistrano Inn
View from property

Sea Horse Resort

Sea Horse Resort
3.5 star property
9.2 km from Lantern District
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (885 reviews)
"Excellent location , friendly staff , clean beautiful rooms "
United States
Eduwiges
The price is €222
includes taxes & fees
16 Apr - 17 Apr
Sea Horse Resort
Deluxe Double Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Nomads Hotel - Near San Clemente Pier

Nomads Hotel - Near San Clemente Pier
3.5 star property
9 km from Lantern District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (361 reviews)
"Great location nice clean room, attached to a great restaurant and bar"
United States
Nicholas
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Nomads Hotel - Near San Clemente Pier
Aerial view

Dana Point Marina Inn

Dana Point Marina Inn
3.0 star property
Dana Point Harbor, 0.9 km from Lantern District
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,938 reviews)
"had a great stay good location "
United States
David
The price is €123
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Dana Point Marina Inn
Exterior

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel
2.5 star property
1 km from Lantern District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Great staff friendly easy check in"
United States
Laura
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Hotel Avenida, San Clemente Beach

Hotel Avenida, San Clemente Beach
2.0 star property
8.1 km from Lantern District
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,009 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean room, AC was nice, didn’t really try the WiFi since we weren’t in the room too much, overall, it was a really nice experience and would definitely stay here again. It was also close to all the restaurants and markets we wanted to go to. "
United States
Felice
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Hotel Avenida, San Clemente Beach
Deluxe Room, Ocean View | Terrace/patio

Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels

Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels
2.5 star property
10.6 km from Lantern District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (379 reviews)
"The view was absolutely beautiful!!!"
United States
Tina
The price is €308
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels
Beach/ocean view

Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point
2.5 star property
Capistrano Beach, 2.8 km from Lantern District
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,072 reviews)
"Very nice stay. Good location, great food next door, walk to beach! Nice hot tub!"
United States
Pauline
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point
Beach nearby

Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG
2.5 star property
8.3 km from Lantern District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,013 reviews)
"Clean, accommodating and great location."
United States
Kristyne
The price is €119
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG
Outdoor pool

Ayres Suites Mission Viejo – Lake Forest

Ayres Suites Mission Viejo – Lake Forest
3.0 star property
21.6 km from Lantern District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,242 reviews)
"Room was nice and clean. The staff was absolutely incredible. Truly enjoyed our stay. The breakfast has lots of variety and very good. The pool and spa were clean and th area was very safe. "
United States
Stacy
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Ayres Suites Mission Viejo – Lake Forest
Exterior

Calafia Inn

Calafia Inn
2.5 star property
11 km from Lantern District
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (159 reviews)
"Clean, friendly staff, soft beds."
United States
Elizabeth
The price is €117
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Calafia Inn
Surfing/boogie boarding

West Coast Surf and Stay

West Coast Surf and Stay
2.0 star property
10.7 km from Lantern District
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (184 reviews)
"Great location and loved the vintage vibe of the buildings and rooms. Owners are very friendly and want to make your stay as comfortable as possible. Really enjoyed the time we spent there. Highly recommend."
United States
Paul
The price is €123
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
West Coast Surf and Stay
On the beach, white sand, beach towels, beach volleyball

Balboa Inn, On the Beach

Balboa Inn, On the Beach
3.0 star property
23.8 km from Lantern District
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Nice hotel with great location with a lot of restaurants and things to see in close walking distance."
United States
Fred
The price is €265
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Balboa Inn, On the Beach
Reception

San Clemente Inn

San Clemente Inn
3.0 star property
11.3 km from Lantern District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,495 reviews)
"The pool was clean and staff was great."
United States
Brandon and Natalie
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
San Clemente Inn
Restaurant

Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo

Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo
2.5 star property
8.9 km from Lantern District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Easy check in, clean rooms, professional staff"
United States
Tony
The price is €120
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo
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Where to stay in Lantern District

Find the best Lantern District areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Lantern District
Learn more about Lantern District
Aerial Dana Point taken from Capistrano Beach

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.

Green No.3 at Monarch Beach Golf Links, Dana Point, California, USA

Monarch Beach

Monarch Beach is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Monarch Beach Golf Links or Salt Creek Beach.

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.

Photo by Annette Briers
Open Photo by Annette Briers

Dana Point Harbor

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

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 Dana Point Harbor are some notable places to visit nearby.

Top Lantern District Hotel Reviews

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

8/10 Good
"Intenet connection was spotty"
Paul 7-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Lantern District?
Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Dana Point's Lantern District neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Dana Point Preserve and Heritage Park as part of your Lantern District travel plans.
What's a favourite place to stay in Lantern District?
Based on our traveller data, Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay in Lantern District. This resort is a short 7-minute walk from Dana Point Harbor, and it offers 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Lantern District?
Expedia has 86 hotels and other accommodation options in Lantern District to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Dana Point area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Lantern District, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals in Lantern District.
What is there to do in this Dana Point neighbourhood?
A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in Lantern District are Dana Point Preserve and Heritage Park. While you're out sightseeing in Dana Point, make sure that you visit other sights such as Dana Cove Park or Dana Point Harbor.