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 August
Estimated hotel price
$350
1 night at 3-star hotel
Dana Point in August
Estimated hotel price
$350
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 Las Vegas and takes around 1h 13m.

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 MEXRENTACAR , 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 Las Vegas and takes around 1h 13m.

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 MEXRENTACAR , 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 (7,198 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,372 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,104 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,651 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,952 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,896 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,826 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (806 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,845 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,285 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,588 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,418 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,692 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,093 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (351 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,222 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,366 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,312 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,914 reviews)
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Where to stay in Dana Point

From 5-star hotels such as the Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club 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 $310 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $851 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Dana Point

Most booked hotels in Dana Point

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The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 111 reviews)
$780+
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Holiday Inn Express San Clemente North
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 951 reviews)
$190+
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Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 469 reviews)
$381+
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Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, 350 reviews)
$922+
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San Clemente Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 776 reviews)
$130+
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Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 451 reviews)
$170+
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Renting a car in Dana Point

Renting a car in Dana Point costs $43 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 $3.52 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 $42.25 and $56.33. The most frequently booked car type in Dana Point is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 67% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Dana Point costs $43 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 $3.52 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 $42.25 and $56.33. The most frequently booked car type in Dana Point is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 67% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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