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 December
Estimated hotel price
$303
1 night at 3-star hotel
Dana Point in December
Estimated hotel price
$303
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 Phoenix and takes around 1h 22m.

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 Midway and Ace, 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 Phoenix and takes around 1h 22m.

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 Midway and Ace, 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 (1,434 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,653 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,018 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,614 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,117 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,821 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,059 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,116 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,692 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,444 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,515 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,562 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,337 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (884 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,105 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,627 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,339 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,421 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,544 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,152 reviews)
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Where to stay in Dana Point

Average rates range from around $380 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $624 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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Holiday Inn Express San Clemente North
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 983 reviews)
$105+
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Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, 348 reviews)
$523+
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San Clemente Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 888 reviews)
$72+
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The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, 114 reviews)
$726+
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Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 470 reviews)
$237+
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The Volare, an Ascend Collection Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 585 reviews)
$91+
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Renting a car in Dana Point

Renting a car in Dana Point costs $36 per day, on average, or $73 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 20% 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 10% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Dana Point costs $36 per day, on average, or $73 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 20% 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 10% cheaper than other types, on average.

Car rental agencies in Dana Point

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