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 February
Estimated hotel price
$279
1 night at 3-star hotel
Dana Point in February
Estimated hotel price
$279
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 28 km 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.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Dana Point, followed by Air Canada. The train journey from Dana Point to Zurich takes 12h 25m and costs around $1,702 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Seattle, expect to pay about $154 for a 35h 16m trip.

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 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 28 km 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.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Dana Point, followed by Air Canada. The train journey from Dana Point to Zurich takes 12h 25m and costs around $1,702 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Seattle, expect to pay about $154 for a 35h 16m trip.

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 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 (1,441 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,731 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,689 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,075 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,193 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,855 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,091 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,176 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,720 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,523 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,479 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (894 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,635 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,655 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,373 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,139 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,351 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,174 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,431 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (382 reviews)
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Where to stay in Dana Point

Average rates range from around $436 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $658 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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Sea Horse Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1360 reviews)
$170+
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Holiday Inn Express San Clemente North
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 987 reviews)
$121+
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Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, 347 reviews)
$508+
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The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, 115 reviews)
$807+
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The Volare, an Ascend Collection Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 591 reviews)
$90+
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Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 473 reviews)
$246+
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Renting a car in Dana Point

Renting a car in Dana Point costs $53 per day, on average, or $105 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, 6% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.14 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 $37.70 and $50.27. 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 $53 per day, on average, or $105 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, 6% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.14 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 $37.70 and $50.27. 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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