What is Monarch Beach like?

Monarch Beach is a neighbourhood that people enjoy for its beautiful beaches. Make sure that you visit Monarch Beach Golf Links and Salt Creek Beach as part of your Monarch Beach travel plans.

What's a favourite place to stay in Monarch Beach?

Based on our traveller data, Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach is one of the top choices for your stay in Monarch Beach. This resort offers 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa.

How many hotels will I be able to find in Monarch Beach?

If you're searching for places to stay in Dana Point, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 127 Monarch Beach hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Monarch Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals in Monarch Beach.

What can I see and do in this Dana Point neighbourhood?

Dip your toes in the water at Salt Creek Beach or Dana Strands Beach while you're in Monarch Beach. Monarch Beach Golf Links and Dana Point Preserve are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. Three Arch Bay Beach, Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas and Dana Hills Tennis Center are just a few of the places to visit in and around Monarch Beach. When you're sightseeing in Dana Point, Baby Beach and Nature Interpretive Center are also worth a stop.

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A resort pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a swimming pool, and a building with multiple balconies.

1. Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

Monarch Beach

Ryan

RM3,929 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

2. The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

Monarch Beach

Jessica

RM4,370 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

3. Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

3.2 km from Monarch Beach

RM490 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A spacious lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a large wall-mounted TV.

4. Fairfield Inn by Marriott Mission Viejo / Orange County

11.7 km from Monarch Beach

Nasrin

RM513 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A spacious indoor area with a large window, a wooden floor, and a seating area with chairs and a sofa.

5. Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo

8.4 km from Monarch Beach

William

RM559 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

6. Residence Inn by Marriott Dana Point San Juan Capistrano

Del Obispo, 3.9 km from Monarch Beach

Kim

RM748 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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

7. Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

Capistrano Beach, 3.9 km from Monarch Beach

Ramona

RM674 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A building with a white facade, red-tiled roof, and arched windows. There are outdoor tables and red umbrellas, and palm trees in the background.

8. Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG

10.5 km from Monarch Beach

Gurinder

RM512 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio with a stone wall, a fire feature, and outdoor seating.

9. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Irvine Lake Forest

16.5 km from Monarch Beach

Sapna

RM698 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a chair.

10. DoubleTree by Hilton Irvine - Spectrum

19.9 km from Monarch Beach

Leondro D

RM646 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A modern restaurant with a sunset mural, contemporary furniture, and a view of the ocean.

11. Hyatt Regency Irvine

24.6 km from Monarch Beach

CRISTOFER

RM1,008 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

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

12. Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

16.1 km from Monarch Beach

Sanyla

RM587 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a sofa, chairs, and tables, connected to an indoor space with a kitchen visible through glass doors.

13. Homewood Suites by Hilton Aliso Viejo - Laguna Beach

11 km from Monarch Beach

RM660 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

An outdoor bar area with seating, a fire pit, and a bar stocked with bottles.

14. Costa Mesa Marriott

27.6 km from Monarch Beach

Shaun

RM658 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, marble reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

15. Best Western Plus Irvine Spectrum Hotel

16 km from Monarch Beach

Adan

RM459 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern dining area with a long table, multiple chairs, a potted plant, and a kitchen area with appliances and a coffee station.

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Irvine-Orange County Airport

25.1 km from Monarch Beach

Liberty

RM608 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A balcony with a table set for two, overlooking a beach with palm trees.

17. Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

Capistrano Beach, 5.1 km from Monarch Beach

Amanda

RM469 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, lounge chairs, and a view of the building's interior.

18. Courtyard Irvine Spectrum

19.6 km from Monarch Beach

Julian Quiros

RM987 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern lounge area with seating arrangements, a staircase, and a view of the upper floors.

19. Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport

25.6 km from Monarch Beach

Cynthia

RM723 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

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

20. Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores

Capistrano Beach, 4.7 km from Monarch Beach

Chad

RM917 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

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Where to stay in Monarch Beach

Find the best Monarch Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A coastal residential area with houses, a clear blue sea, and a distant city skyline.

Capistrano Beach

Capistrano Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Doheny State Beach and North Day Use Beach.

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A coastal town with a marina, cliffs, and a beach.

Lantern District

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

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An old church with a cross on top, a brick wall, and a pathway leading to it.

Del Obispo

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

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A marina filled with boats, a coastal town with buildings, and a clear sky.

Dana Point Harbor

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

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A coastal town with a marina, beach, and residential area.

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.

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Top Monarch Beach Hotel Reviews

Lemon Heights Inn

10/10 Excellent

"This is a nice little hotel and a great bargain for traveling through! First time was last Friday. The location, near gas stations and the resale shop is a bonus too."

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Our top choices for Monarch Beach hotels

1. Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

2. The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

3. Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

4. Fairfield Inn by Marriott Mission Viejo / Orange County

5. Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo

6. Residence Inn by Marriott Dana Point San Juan Capistrano

7. Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

8. Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG

9. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Irvine Lake Forest

10. DoubleTree by Hilton Irvine - Spectrum

11. Hyatt Regency Irvine

12. Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

13. Homewood Suites by Hilton Aliso Viejo - Laguna Beach

14. Costa Mesa Marriott

15. Best Western Plus Irvine Spectrum Hotel

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Irvine-Orange County Airport

17. Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

18. Courtyard Irvine Spectrum

19. Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport

20. Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores

Where to stay in Monarch Beach

Capistrano Beach

Lantern District

Del Obispo

Dana Point Harbor

Dana Hills

Top Monarch Beach Hotel Reviews

Lemon Heights Inn

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