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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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, Cannons Seafood Grill (34344 Street of the Green Lantern) and Bourbon Steak Orange County (Monarch Beach Resort One Monarch Beach Resort) are great picks.

When to visit Dana Point

Dana Point in January
Estimated hotel price
$386
1 night at 3-star hotel
Dana Point in January
Estimated hotel price
$386
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, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Dana Point departs from Denver and takes around 2h 25m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Dana Point. The train journey from Dana Point to Santa Ana takes 0h 56m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from San Diego, expect to pay about $36 for a 2h 56m 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, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Dana Point departs from Denver and takes around 2h 25m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Dana Point. The train journey from Dana Point to Santa Ana takes 0h 56m and costs around $17 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from San Diego, expect to pay about $36 for a 2h 56m 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

Lufthansa
Good (7,416 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,386 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,373 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,963 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,737 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,969 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,926 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,926 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,339 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,159 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,487 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,117 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,254 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,901 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,324 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (998 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (359 reviews)
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Where to stay in Dana Point

From 5-star hotels such as the The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel to great affordable options like the Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel, Dana Point offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $304 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $678 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Best Western Plus Dana Point Inn-by-the-Sea and Dana Point Marina Inn.

Where to stay in popular areas of Dana Point

Most booked hotels in Dana Point

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Holiday Inn Express San Clemente North
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 967 reviews)
$190+
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Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, 350 reviews)
$601+
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San Clemente Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 817 reviews)
$127+
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Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 449 reviews)
$147+
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The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, 112 reviews)
$755+
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Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 469 reviews)
$303+
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Renting a car in Dana Point

Renting a car in Dana Point costs $44 per day, on average, or $87 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 6% cheaper than airport locations in Dana Point.

Expect to pay $3.56 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 $42.70 and $56.93. Premium (RAM Pickup or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Dana Point, while also 28% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Dana Point costs $44 per day, on average, or $87 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 6% cheaper than airport locations in Dana Point.

Expect to pay $3.56 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 $42.70 and $56.93. Premium (RAM Pickup or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Dana Point, while also 28% cheaper than other types, on average.

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