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 January
Estimated hotel price
$317
1 night at 3-star hotel
Dana Point in January
Estimated hotel price
$317
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 San Francisco and takes around 1h 20m.

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 Economy Rent a Car, 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 San Francisco and takes around 1h 20m.

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 Economy Rent a Car, 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 (8,279 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,591 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,265 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,107 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,454 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,242 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (980 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,653 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,715 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,019 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,682 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,389 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,191 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,544 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (437 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,419 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,381 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,782 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,522 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 $276 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $766 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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Holiday Inn Express San Clemente North
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1008 reviews)
$121+
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Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, 336 reviews)
$629+
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San Clemente Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1036 reviews)
$91+
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The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, 108 reviews)
$904+
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Residence Inn by Marriott Dana Point San Juan Capistrano
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 186 reviews)
$183+
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Best Western Plus Dana Point Inn-by-the-Sea
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 924 reviews)
$123+
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Renting a car in Dana Point

Renting a car in Dana Point costs $56 per day, on average, or $112 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 17% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $4.66 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 $55.87 and $74.50. The most frequently booked car type in Dana Point is Luxury (Class Luxury Car 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, 50% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Dana Point costs $56 per day, on average, or $112 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 17% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $4.66 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 $55.87 and $74.50. The most frequently booked car type in Dana Point is Luxury (Class Luxury Car 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, 50% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Car rental agencies in Dana Point

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