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. Another good option for your stay in the area is The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel .

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 128 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.

Top 10 Monarch Beach Hotels of 2026

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A restaurant with tables and chairs arranged for dining, large windows offering a view of the beach, and a ceiling with a unique light fixture.

1. Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

Monarch Beach

Jimmy

RM4,721 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

Noreen

RM4,428 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 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

Dawn Elizabeth

RM534 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A marina with numerous boats docked, a parking lot, and a building with multiple floors in the background.

4. Dana Point Marina Inn

Dana Point Harbor, 3 km from Monarch Beach

brittnie

RM512 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 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

Romie

RM532 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

6. Capistrano Coast House

Capistrano Beach, 5.3 km from Monarch Beach

Fenik

RM842 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

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

7. Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

Capistrano Beach, 5.1 km from Monarch Beach

Scott

RM605 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

8. Fairfield Inn by Marriott Mission Viejo / Orange County

11.8 km from Monarch Beach

Jose

RM545 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A building with a white facade, arched windows, and a tiled roof. There are outdoor seating areas with umbrellas and potted plants.

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

10.5 km from Monarch Beach

Gurinder

RM536 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

10. Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores

Capistrano Beach, 4.7 km from Monarch Beach

Shannon

RM904 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large painting of a sunset.

11. Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

14.3 km from Monarch Beach

Stacey

RM595 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A courtyard with a central fountain, surrounded by potted plants and a well-maintained lawn.

12. Laguna Hills Lodge

14.7 km from Monarch Beach

Chris

RM434 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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

Anja

RM651 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A fountain with a decorative top, surrounded by a circular brick border and colorful flowers.

14. Laguna Inn & Suites

8.2 km from Monarch Beach

Junxian

RM330 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A multi-level hotel with a central courtyard featuring a fountain, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

15. Casablanca Inn

9.9 km from Monarch Beach

Ryan

RM554 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

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

16. The Tides Laguna Beach

9.8 km from Monarch Beach

jose

RM871 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a view of the ocean.

17. The Mara Laguna Beach an AvantStay Hotel

7.4 km from Monarch Beach

Marina

RM933 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs, a sandy beach, and a clear blue sea.

18. Laguna Beach House

9.8 km from Monarch Beach

Alexandra

RM1,532 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A patio with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and lush greenery.

19. Crescent Bay Inn

10.8 km from Monarch Beach

Xiangming

RM547 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

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

20. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Irvine Lake Forest

16.5 km from Monarch Beach

Maria Alpena

RM582 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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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 marina with numerous boats docked along the water.

Lantern District

If you're spending some time in Lantern District, Heritage Park and Dana Point Preserve 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 Sea Caves 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 Baby 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 Baby Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Top Monarch Beach Hotel Reviews

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

10/10 Excellent

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Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"This resort was fabulous! The pool was great, you could walk to the beach across the street by walking over a bridge that was attached to the property. At the top of the bridge there were beach chairs, umbrellas and beach towels for guests. The restaurants on the property were very good. Or if you prefer room service that was available and they were very efficient. There were shops at the resort. If you wanted to shop down the street at an outdoor mall or the surf shops you could either walk there or take the hotel shuttle. We loved our stay here and would definitely return!"

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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. Dana Point Marina Inn

5. Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo

6. Capistrano Coast House

7. Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

8. Fairfield Inn by Marriott Mission Viejo / Orange County

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

10. Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores

11. Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

12. Laguna Hills Lodge

13. Homewood Suites by Hilton Aliso Viejo - Laguna Beach

14. Laguna Inn & Suites

15. Casablanca Inn

16. The Tides Laguna Beach

17. The Mara Laguna Beach an AvantStay Hotel

18. Laguna Beach House

19. Crescent Bay Inn

20. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Irvine Lake Forest

Where to stay in Monarch Beach

Capistrano Beach

Lantern District

Del Obispo

Dana Point Harbor

Dana Hills

Top Monarch Beach Hotel Reviews

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

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