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 November
Estimated hotel price
$311
1 night at 3-star hotel
Dana Point in November
Estimated hotel price
$311
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 Ontario Airport (ONT), which is located 66 km from Dana Point. San Diego Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Southwest, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Dana Point departs from Denver and takes around 2h 24m.

Car

Another option to get to Dana Point is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 87 km from Dana Point. You’ll find branches of Ace and Priceless, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

Although Dana Point doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Ontario Airport (ONT), which is located 66 km from Dana Point. San Diego Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Southwest, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Dana Point departs from Denver and takes around 2h 24m.

Car

Another option to get to Dana Point is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 87 km from Dana Point. You’ll find branches of Ace and Priceless, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Dana Point

SANSan Diego
LAXLos Angeles
ONTOntario

Airlines serving Dana Point

Lufthansa
Good (8,019 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,519 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,995 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,444 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,394 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,955 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,219 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,590 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (921 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,751 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,575 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,784 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,194 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,077 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (409 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,398 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,257 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,342 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,400 reviews)
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Where to stay in Dana Point

Average rates range from around $651 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $825 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 (8.8, 993 reviews)
$112+
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Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, 345 reviews)
$652+
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The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, 114 reviews)
$998+
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San Clemente Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 972 reviews)
$90+
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Casablanca Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1477 reviews)
$102+
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Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1299 reviews)
$108+
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Renting a car in Dana Point

Renting a car in Dana Point costs $48 per day, on average, or $96 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 5% cheaper than airport locations in Dana Point.

Expect to pay $4.81 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 $57.69 and $76.92. Premium (RAM Pickup or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Dana Point, while also 15% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Dana Point costs $48 per day, on average, or $96 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 5% cheaper than airport locations in Dana Point.

Expect to pay $4.81 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 $57.69 and $76.92. Premium (RAM Pickup or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Dana Point, while also 15% cheaper than other types, on average.

Car rental agencies in Dana Point

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