Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Dana Point travel guide

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You're Going to Love Dana Point

With a population of 33,351, Dana Point is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Dana Point deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Dana Point

If you’re looking for affordable options, AVEO Table + Bar (One Monarch Beach Resort) and Coastal Kitchen (34091 Pacific Coast Hwy) are great picks.

When to visit Dana Point

Dana Point in February
Estimated hotel price
$297
1 night at 3-star hotel
Dana Point in February
Estimated hotel price
$297
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Dana Point

Plane

Although Dana Point doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to John Wayne Airport, OC (SNA), which is located 17 miles from Dana Point. San Diego Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Southwest and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Dana Point departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 10m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Dana Point, followed by Train. The train journey from Dana Point to San Luis Obispo takes 5h 32m and costs around $54 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chicago, expect to pay about $420 for a 46h 06m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Dana Point is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 54 miles from Dana Point. You’ll find branches of Ace and Midway, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

Although Dana Point doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to John Wayne Airport, OC (SNA), which is located 17 miles from Dana Point. San Diego Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Southwest and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Dana Point departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 10m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Dana Point, followed by Train. The train journey from Dana Point to San Luis Obispo takes 5h 32m and costs around $54 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Chicago, expect to pay about $420 for a 46h 06m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Dana Point is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 54 miles from Dana Point. You’ll find branches of Ace and Midway, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Dana Point

SANSan Diego
LAXLos Angeles
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Airlines serving Dana Point

KLM
Good (1,457 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,790 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,751 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,207 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,220 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,876 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,117 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,312 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,533 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,738 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,522 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (898 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,688 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,732 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,181 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,397 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,362 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,167 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (387 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,895 reviews)
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Where to stay in Dana Point

Average rates range from around $675 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $658 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel and Best Western Plus Dana Point Inn-by-the-Sea.

Where to stay in popular areas of Dana Point

Most booked hotels in Dana Point

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Sea Horse Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1361 reviews)
$199+
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Holiday Inn Express San Clemente North
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 989 reviews)
$109+
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Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, 347 reviews)
$514+
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San Clemente Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 914 reviews)
$68+
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Best Western Plus Dana Point Inn-by-the-Sea
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 870 reviews)
$99+
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Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 465 reviews)
$266+
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Renting a car in Dana Point

Renting a car in Dana Point costs $39 per day, on average, or $77 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 12% cheaper than airport locations in Dana Point.

Expect to pay $3.26 per gallon in Dana Point (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.07 and $52.09. Premium (RAM Pickup or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Dana Point, while also 6% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Dana Point costs $39 per day, on average, or $77 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 12% cheaper than airport locations in Dana Point.

Expect to pay $3.26 per gallon in Dana Point (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.07 and $52.09. Premium (RAM Pickup or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Dana Point, while also 6% cheaper than other types, on average.

Car rental agencies in Dana Point

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