Lantern District Travel Guide

Dana Point

A coastal town with a marina, cliffs, and a beach.
A marina with boats docked at sunset.
A beach with waves at sunset.
A coastal marina with boats, a beach, and a rocky hill in the background.
A cafe named BikeReligion with outdoor seating and a coffee sign.

Stay near popular Lantern District attractions

Lantern Bay County Park

8.8/10 (52 reviews)
After visiting Lantern Bay County Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Dana Point. Discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area or enjoy its surfing spots.
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Top hotels in Lantern District

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

4 out of 5
25135 Park Lantern Dana Point CA
The price is 8.572.822 ₫ per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
8.572.822 ₫
10.589.688 ₫ total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Dana Point. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"I understand that this is a very high end resort and spa, but the fact there we received no forewarning that more than half the resort was closed off for remodel made our stay less than desirable. Staff was helpful and friendly. But the available amenities were not accommodating for the amount of ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa
Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

3.5 out of 5
17941 Von Karman Avenue Irvine CA
The price is 4.102.800 ₫ per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
4.102.800 ₫
5.100.622 ₫ total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Irvine. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,342 reviews)
"Clean , great value"

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport
Laguna Hills Lodge

Laguna Hills Lodge

2.5 out of 5
23932 Paseo De Valencia Laguna Hills CA
The price is 2.816.730 ₫ per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
2.816.730 ₫
3.098.403 ₫ total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,324 reviews)
"I enjoyed the place"

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Laguna Hills Lodge
Pacific Edge Hotel

Pacific Edge Hotel

3 out of 5
647 South Coast Highway Laguna Beach CA
The price is 6.333.040 ₫ per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
6.333.040 ₫
8.133.275 ₫ total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Laguna Beach. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,549 reviews)
"Supervisor Devine was great and extremely helpful. The property is in poor condition and will be going under repairs in September 2026."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Pacific Edge Hotel
Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG

Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG

3 out of 5
2726 S Grand Ave Santa Ana CA
The price is 4.444.700 ₫ per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
4.444.700 ₫
5.031.178 ₫ total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Ana. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,519 reviews)
"Very pleasant stay, we had 2 rooms and they were both double Queens, very spacious and comfortable. Staff was kind and check in went smooth. Parking was abundant with easy parking permit to put on dash, no gate or key card needed. Pool was heated and hot tub worked really well. Towels available for ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG
Hyatt Regency Newport Beach West

Hyatt Regency Newport Beach West

4 out of 5
4545 Macarthur Blvd Newport Beach CA
The price is 6.547.953 ₫ per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
6.547.953 ₫
7.215.634 ₫ total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newport Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,017 reviews)
"It was clean and comfortable, however, staffing failed to meet a few basic requests on multiple occasions. Still would return again!"

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Hyatt Regency Newport Beach West
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Where to stay in Lantern District

Find the best Lantern District 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 South Day Use Beach.

A coastal resort with a beachfront, a golf course, and a large pool area.

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.

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.

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.

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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