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Our top choices for The Ecology Center hotels

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

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

Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, Autograph Collection by Marriott
4.0 star property
Downtown, 2 km from The Ecology Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (439 reviews)
"Such a wonderful stay."
United States
Jean-Carlo
The price is 7.728.851 ₫
9.800.649 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, Autograph Collection by Marriott
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central chandelier, a fireplace, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

2. Residence Inn by Marriott Dana Point San Juan Capistrano

Residence Inn by Marriott Dana Point San Juan Capistrano
3.0 star property
Del Obispo, 1.7 km from The Ecology Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (714 reviews)
"This hotel is always so accommodating and I love their breakfast. They maintain it very well and the staff is very friendly. It feels like Home."
United States
Kelly
The price is 4.071.734 ₫
4.486.847 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Residence Inn by Marriott Dana Point San Juan Capistrano
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building.

3. Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores

Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores
3.0 star property
3.1 km from The Ecology Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"I love the property. Stay here whenever I’m in town."
United States
Chad
The price is 3.142.721 ₫
4.199.429 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores
A coastal resort with multiple-story buildings, a golf course, and a beach.

4. Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa
4.0 star property
3.2 km from The Ecology Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Beautiful property!!"
United States
Karen
The price is 6.569.523 ₫
8.334.825 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa
A hotel with a grand entrance, multiple balconies, and a staircase leading to the main entrance.

5. Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel
2.5 star property
2.9 km from The Ecology Center
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"We loved this hotel! The surrounding area was beautiful. Restaurants within walking distance. We will definitely stay here again!"
United States
Rick
The price is 2.790.072 ₫
3.102.422 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel
A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, a central fire pit, and a view of the ocean.

6. Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach
3.0 star property
2.8 km from The Ecology Center
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"An older well maintained property in a great location 3 min walk from the beach."
United States
Barry
The price is 3.713.209 ₫
4.147.468 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach
A covered entrance with a brick pathway leading to a building, surrounded by palm trees and plants.

7. Best Western Capistrano Inn

Best Western Capistrano Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown, 2.2 km from The Ecology Center
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Front desk were over the top friendly! Breakfast was hot and there was plenty of it!"
United States
Lisa
The price is 2.746.198 ₫
3.026.173 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Best Western Capistrano Inn
A balcony with potted plants, a metal fence, and a clear blue sky.

8. West Coast Surf and Stay

West Coast Surf and Stay
2.0 star property
10.3 km from The Ecology Center
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (260 reviews)
"Big bed, clean room, easy to park, great coffee."
United States
Guixing
The price is 3.036.972 ₫
3.340.669 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
West Coast Surf and Stay
A balcony with a view of the ocean, palm trees, and a pier. There are wicker chairs and a small round table.

9. Sea Horse Resort

Sea Horse Resort
3.5 star property
9.1 km from The Ecology Center
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (962 reviews)
"It was well equipped with good parking."
United States
Don W
The price is 4.150.232 ₫
5.190.438 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Sea Horse Resort
A breakfast table with plates of food, a blue vase, and a view of the sea.

10. Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
4.0 star property
4.1 km from The Ecology Center
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (727 reviews)
"Warm, friendly hotel - extremely friendly staff."
United Kingdom
Mark Robert
The price is 7.651.361 ₫
9.370.254 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
A beach view from a covered patio with lounge chairs and a view of the ocean and pier.

11. Beachcomber Inn

Beachcomber Inn
3.0 star property
9.2 km from The Ecology Center
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (219 reviews)
"I would stay here again. Close to the beach and beautiful view"
United States
Janalyn
The price is 7.366.965 ₫
8.362.151 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Beachcomber Inn
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a sunset view.

12. Ayres Hotel & Spa Mission Viejo – Lake Forest

Ayres Hotel & Spa Mission Viejo – Lake Forest
3.5 star property
19 km from The Ecology Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,319 reviews)
"It is a hotel I highly recommend and would definitely stay there again."
United States
Anthony
The price is 2.666.069 ₫
2.884.625 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Ayres Hotel & Spa Mission Viejo – Lake Forest
A night scene with a large agave plant in a planter, a well-lit building with blue doors, and a grassy lawn.

13. Calafia Inn

Calafia Inn
2.5 star property
10.6 km from The Ecology Center
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (255 reviews)
"Rooms were nicely renovated and the owners were very friendly"
United States
Aaron
The price is 3.229.250 ₫
3.552.176 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Calafia Inn
A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs, a sandy beach, and a clear blue sea.

14. Laguna Beach House

Laguna Beach House
3.0 star property
12.7 km from The Ecology Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"It is a cozy feeling hotel. We all loved our stay!"
United States
Sydney
The price is 4.842.225 ₫
6.603.210 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Laguna Beach House
Lobby lounge

15. Capistrano Coast House

Capistrano Coast House
4.0 star property
3.5 km from The Ecology Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (547 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Neiufi
The price is 3.745.930 ₫
4.165.216 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Capistrano Coast House
An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, lounge chairs, and a view of the building's interior.

16. Courtyard Irvine Spectrum

Courtyard Irvine Spectrum
3.0 star property
19.9 km from The Ecology Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Perfect!"
United States
Julian Quiros
The price is 4.745.876 ₫
5.239.850 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Courtyard Irvine Spectrum
A courtyard with a central fountain, surrounded by potted plants and a well-maintained lawn.

17. Laguna Hills Lodge

Laguna Hills Lodge
2.5 star property
14.5 km from The Ecology Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,838 reviews)
"A wonderful location, clean and cozy rooms overlooking a green courtyard, and a home-style breakfast."
United States
Evgeniya
The price is 2.535.787 ₫
2.789.366 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Laguna Hills Lodge
An outdoor patio with a stone fireplace, seating area, and potted plants.

18. The Tides Laguna Beach

The Tides Laguna Beach
2.0 star property
12.7 km from The Ecology Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Clean, roomy,good parking."
United States
Heidi
The price is 3.161.359 ₫
3.603.949 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Tides Laguna Beach
A terrace with outdoor seating, overlooking a body of water, and a building with a balcony.

19. Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels

Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels
3.5 star property
11.2 km from The Ecology Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (549 reviews)
"Incredible location and view. Very clean. Just wish there were more amenities in the room, such as a kettle and coffee maker. But overall fantastic stay."
Canada
Stephen
The price is 5.736.927 ₫
7.289.273 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels
A dining area with a view of a golf course and hills.

20. The Ranch at Laguna Beach

The Ranch at Laguna Beach
4.0 star property
7.6 km from The Ecology Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (833 reviews)
"Beautiful setting"
United States
Kim
The price is 12.738.627 ₫
16.167.607 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
The Ranch at Laguna Beach
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Compare top hotels near The Ecology Center

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

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

4.0 star property
Downtown, 2 km from The Ecology Center
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A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central chandelier, a fireplace, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

Residence Inn by Marriott Dana Point San Juan Capistrano

3.0 star property
Del Obispo, 1.7 km from The Ecology Center
View
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building.

Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores

3.0 star property
3.1 km from The Ecology Center
View
A coastal resort with multiple-story buildings, a golf course, and a beach.

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

4.0 star property
3.2 km from The Ecology Center
View
A hotel with a grand entrance, multiple balconies, and a staircase leading to the main entrance.

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

2.5 star property
2.9 km from The Ecology Center
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9.2
Wonderful
439 reviews
8.8
Excellent
714 reviews
8.8
Excellent
1,004 reviews
8.6
Excellent
1,001 reviews
8.4
Very good
1,002 reviews
The price is 7.728.851 ₫
9.800.649 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
The price is 4.071.734 ₫
4.486.847 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The price is 3.142.721 ₫
4.199.429 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
The price is 6.569.523 ₫
8.334.825 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The price is 2.790.072 ₫
3.102.422 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
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  • Yes, Spa
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  • No WiFi included
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  • Yes, WiFi included
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  • No Breakfast included
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  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • No WiFi included
  • No Parking
  • No Breakfast included
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  • Yes, Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • No WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • Yes, Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • No WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking

Top The Ecology Center Hotel Reviews

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great value for the money. The room was comfortable, clean and well appointed. The check in staff was particularly helpful."
Maurelia 2-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

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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.
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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.