Top 10 Hotels Near The Ecology Center in San Juan Capistrano for 2026

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An outdoor seating area with rows of chairs and tables, a stone pathway, and a building with large windows and balconies in the background.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, wooden beams, and large windows.

A hotel with a central courtyard, a fountain, and a covered entrance.

An outdoor pool area with wicker furniture, a stone wall, and a pergola.

1. Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, Autograph Collection by Marriott

Downtown, 2 km from The Ecology Center

Jeff

RM1,088

RM1,400 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A coastal resort with multiple-story buildings, a golf course, and a beach.

A resort pool area with sun loungers and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, overlooking a coastal town.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a central fire pit, and a view of the sunset over a landscape with trees and a building.

2. Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

3.2 km from The Ecology Center

Melvin

RM1,145

RM1,434 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

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

A coastal hotel with multiple buildings, a beach in the foreground, and a hilly backdrop.

A hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a TV, and a painting.

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

3. Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores

3.1 km from The Ecology Center

Shannon

RM719

RM909 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

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

A grand entrance with a white balustrade, a blue overhang, and a statue of dolphins.

A spacious living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

A hotel pool area with lounge chairs and a sign reading "Best Western PLUS".

4. Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

2.9 km from The Ecology Center

Dawn Elizabeth

RM482

RM536 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small round table, and a bench. There is a wardrobe, a mirror, and a door leading to a bathroom.

A multi-story hotel with a pool area, surrounded by palm trees and a view of distant mountains.

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and large windows allowing natural light.

5. Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

2.8 km from The Ecology Center

Steve

RM560

RM626 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A covered entrance with a brick pathway leading to a building, surrounded by palm trees and plants.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a kitchen counter, and large windows allowing natural light.

A hotel bathroom with a granite countertop sink, a hairdryer, a coffee maker, and a mirror reflecting a bedroom with a bed and a door.

6. Best Western Capistrano Inn

Downtown, 2.2 km from The Ecology Center

James

RM464

RM511 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A night scene with a large agave plant in a planter, a well-lit building with blue doors, and a grassy lawn.

A motel with blue doors and windows, outdoor seating with wooden chairs, and a parking sign indicating a minimum fine.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a small refrigerator.

7. Calafia Inn

10.6 km from The Ecology Center

Dennis

RM505

RM556 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

A breakfast table with plates of food, a blue vase, and a view of the sea.

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden four-poster bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and a view of the ocean through the windows.

A marina with numerous boats docked, a pier, and a beach area.

A room with striped armchairs, a sofa, and a wicker ottoman. Large windows offer a view of the outdoors.

8. Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

4.1 km from The Ecology Center

Marquitta

RM1,395

RM1,687 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

A conference table with a vase of red roses in the center, surrounded by leather chairs.

A hotel with a tiled roof, multiple windows, and a flag.

An outdoor patio with a stone fireplace, metal chairs, and potted plants.

9. Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

14.6 km from The Ecology Center

Traci

RM542

RM598 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A dining area with a view of a golf course and hills.

A bar area with a stone wall, wooden ceiling beams, and multiple bar stools.

An aerial view of a golf course with a mountainous backdrop, a parking area, and buildings with red roofs.

An aerial view of a golf course with a clubhouse, parking area, and surrounding hills.

10. The Ranch at Laguna Beach

7.6 km from The Ecology Center

Lilit

RM1,724

RM2,223 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

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

A coastal beach with clear blue waters, sandy shore, and lush greenery.

A modern kitchen with marble countertops, black bar stools, and a variety of food items displayed on shelves.

A modern bar area with high stools, a counter with a variety of bottles, and pendant lighting.

11. Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

15.9 km from The Ecology Center

Abdul

RM494

RM544 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A coastal town with beachfront properties, a beach, and a mountain backdrop.

A coastal view with a well-maintained lawn, outdoor seating area, and a fire pit.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a palm tree, and a clear sky.

An aerial view of a coastal resort with multiple buildings, a beach, and a rocky shoreline.

12. Montage Laguna Beach

8.4 km from The Ecology Center

Andrew

RM4,874

RM5,912 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A coastal beach with a rocky cliff, palm trees, and a calm sea.

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of a balcony with plants.

A modern living room with a green sofa, a round wooden coffee table, and a wicker chair. There is a large window with a view of trees and a balcony.

A kitchen with green cabinets, a marble countertop, and hanging pendant lights.

13. Le Petit Pali Laguna Beach

8.4 km from The Ecology Center

Sandra

RM1,335

RM1,524 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

A lobby with a reception desk, a wall-mounted sign, and a framed picture of a Ferris wheel.

A pool area with blue lounge chairs, a water feature, and a view of a landscaped hillside.

A snack bar with a 'Treats' sign, shelves stocked with snacks and drinks, and a microwave.

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo

6.5 km from The Ecology Center

David

RM494

RM535 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A resort with a central pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

An outdoor dining area with a central fire feature, surrounded by tables and chairs, and umbrellas providing shade.

A spacious lobby with a central table, seating arrangements, and a large chandelier.

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.

15. Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

4.1 km from The Ecology Center

Jimmy

RM3,539

RM4,225 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

A coastal hotel with a beachfront view, featuring a large building with a red-tiled roof and multiple balconies, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained lawn.

A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a checkered floor.

A coastal view from a balcony with a curved balustrade overlooking a sandy beach and ocean.

16. The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

4.6 km from The Ecology Center

Minoo Poorghorbanlasheh

RM3,228

RM3,873 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A resort with a swimming pool, golf course, and ocean view.

A resort with a swimming pool, sun loungers, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

A restaurant with round tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging plants.

A wedding ceremony in a gazebo with a clear aisle and guests seated on either side.

17. The Resort at Pelican Hill

19.3 km from The Ecology Center

Osman Meydinov

RM5,335

RM6,530 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A modern hotel reception area with two reception desks, a large digital display, and a wall-mounted sign.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a TV, framed artwork, and a desk.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a phone, and two framed abstract artworks on the wall.

18. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG

19.2 km from The Ecology Center

Sally

RM413

RM455 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a sunset view.

A hotel with a tiled roof and a sign reading "AYRES HOTEL & SPA".

A courtyard with a fountain, outdoor seating, and potted plants.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a view of the outdoors.

19. Ayres Hotel & Spa Mission Viejo – Lake Forest

18.9 km from The Ecology Center

Tamara

RM433

RM469 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A swimming pool with multiple lanes, sun loungers, and a hotel building with a modern design.

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

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large window.

A modern hotel with a central entrance, palm trees, and a well-lit driveway.

20. Renaissance ClubSport Aliso Viejo Laguna Beach Hotel

11.8 km from The Ecology Center

Andrey

RM870

RM959 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to The Ecology Center

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, Autograph Collection by Marriott	9.2 Wonderful 422 reviews	View
Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores	8.8 Excellent 1,003 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel	8.4 Very good 1,003 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach	8.2 Very good 1,003 reviews	View

Top The Ecology Center Hotel Reviews

Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

8/10 Good

"Everything was great. If the HVAC is not running, you will hear right thru the walls at night. Neighbors and street so is suggest a white noise app or something if you need it. Large room. Instant hot water. Breakfast was cereal, waffles and prepackaged danishes."

Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

8/10 Good

"Great staff; smooth check in; plenty of parking but be prepared to pay $45 day-didn't realize that until after receiving final bill. Was unusually humid- no extra fans in lobby or ceiling fans in lobby either. Not sure why. AC in rooms worked great."

Capistrano Coast House

10/10 Excellent

"Quiet and clean, plus a peaceful experience next to the ocean"

Dana Point Marina Inn

8/10 Good

"Room was ok. Dana Point area is totally being remodeled. Hotel is right next to construction and is scheduled to be torn down in early 2027 so not much is being done to maintain hotel. However, with that said the hotel was okay to stay in. Everything worked but was old."

Best Western Plus Dana Point Inn-by-the-sea

8/10 Good

"The property is on a nice location and close to the beach. We enjoyed the view of the ocean."

Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, Autograph Collection by Marriott

8/10 Good

"this property was beautiful located in a very cool old western town with a lot of history. there was a lot to do, tons of restaurants with delicious food, walking distance to old mission ruins. The hotel offered a beautiful pool, hot tub, and seating area with cabanas and tons of umbrellas for shade. They even included a high quality SPF station with lemon water. the room was diligently cleaned, staff were kind and the dinner restaurant food was amazing as well as the breakfast cafe that also offered delicious breakfast. Parking is pricey but the hotel is located next to an overnight parking garage within walking distance that is 1/2 the price. The only downfall was that the breakfast cafe that was supposed to serve lunch until 3pm closed their kitchen at 1pm and there were no servers at the pool during mon-wed which are the days we were there for so you have get up leave the pool for food and drinks."

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The Coach House Concert Hall

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The Coach House

8.6/10 (36 reviews)

Enjoy a show at The Coach House, a theatre with a story to tell in San Juan Capistrano. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

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Los Rios Historic District

9.0/10 (62 reviews)

You can find out about the history of San Juan Capistrano with a stop at Los Rios Historic District. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its great live music.

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Trevor's At The Tracks

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Regency Theatres San Juan Capistrano

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Rancho Capistrano Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Rancho Capistrano Winery during your travels to San Juan Capistrano.

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Historic Town Center Park

After visiting Historic Town Center Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Juan Capistrano.

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Blas Aguilar Adobe

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Blas Aguilar Adobe during your trip to San Juan Capistrano.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around The Ecology Center?

The Ecology Center is located in a historic area of San Juan Capistrano known for its beautiful beaches and surfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 10 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to The Ecology Center?

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from The Ecology Center. Other good options within a few miles include Residence Inn by Marriott Dana Point San Juan Capistrano and Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, Autograph Collection by Marriott.

How many hotels will I find near The Ecology Center?

Expedia has 10 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from The Ecology Center.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near The Ecology Center, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best deals near The Ecology Center.

What can I see and do near The Ecology Center?

Study the collections at Mission San Juan Capistrano, Ocean Institute or Nature Interpretive Center. You can enjoy live performances at The Coach House and Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas. Spend some time wandering around Capistrano Beach Park, Salt Creek Beach and Lantern Bay County Park.

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Our top choices for The Ecology Center hotels

1. Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, Autograph Collection by Marriott

2. Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

3. Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores

4. Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

5. Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

6. Best Western Capistrano Inn

7. Calafia Inn

8. Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

9. Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

10. The Ranch at Laguna Beach

11. Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

12. Montage Laguna Beach

13. Le Petit Pali Laguna Beach

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo

15. Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

16. The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

17. The Resort at Pelican Hill

18. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG

19. Ayres Hotel & Spa Mission Viejo – Lake Forest

20. Renaissance ClubSport Aliso Viejo Laguna Beach Hotel

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Top The Ecology Center Hotel Reviews

Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

Capistrano Coast House

Dana Point Marina Inn

Best Western Plus Dana Point Inn-by-the-sea

Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, Autograph Collection by Marriott

Other attractions near The Ecology Center

The Coach House Concert Hall

The Coach House

Los Rios Historic District

Trevor's At The Tracks

Regency Theatres San Juan Capistrano

Rancho Capistrano Winery

Historic Town Center Park

Blas Aguilar Adobe

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