Small-Scale Luxury: Exploring Boutique Hotels in Dana Point
Sometimes we all need a staycation away from home, even if it’s in the same city we live in. Honestly, who would ever want to leave Dana Point?
Home to small hotels and quaint dining experiences, here are our five top local hotels you just might catch us at, for every budget!
Blue Lantern Inn
Located in the heart of Dana Point harbor lies a hidden South Orange County gem: Blue Lantern Inn. A coastal retreat and notorious for its blue color and Cape Cod architecture, staying at Blue Lantern Inn truly feels like you’ve slipped away to the East Coast with breathtaking views over the harbor. This boutique hotel specializes in making your stay feel like home with freshly baked cookies each night for guests and an evening wine and cheese hour. With affordable room prices and easy ocean access, Blue Lantern is the family-friendly destination everyone needs before school’s back in session. The Blue Lantern Inn was named a “Top Favorite Resort in California” by Travel + Leisure 2023 World’s Best Awards, so you know it’s worth the trip!
Beachfront Inn & Suites
If you’re a Doheny Beach fan, you’ll certainly be a fan of Beachfront Inn & Suites! Perched strategically between Doheny Beach and Capistrano Beach, Beachfront Inn is your next favorite staycation spot. Walk down to the sand with easy beach access or take the trail to Capistrano Beach for a picnic. Only 10 minutes from Dana Point Harbor, finding dinner and drinks close by is more than a breeze. Their rooms are affordable and embody a true coastal Californian cottage feel.
Dana Point Marina Inn
Nestled on the marina is a casual and relaxed vacay experience Welcome to Dana Point Marina Inn, the only hotel actually sitting on Dana Point Harbor. One of the most inexpensive local hotels in Dana Point, this is for those who want a staycation that isn’t too hard on their wallets. With cozy rooms and a hot tub overlooking the docked boats, Dana Point Marina Inn is the ideal getaway that won’t break the bank.
Rivera Beach & Shores Resort
Right across the street from Capistrano Beach is Rivera Beach & Shores Resort. Check into a calming beachside suite with balconies that overlook the glistening California coastline. This hotel is equipped with a game room, pool hot tub, and activities to jump into with friends and family. Some suites even offer kitchenettes so you don’t even need to venture off the property.
Dana Point Inn-by-the-Sea by Best Western
Perhaps not a true-born boutique hotel, you will certainly feel as if you checked into one once you step foot in Dana Point Inn-By-The-Sea by Best Western. This charming inn is situated across from the ocean and is only a short drive away from Dana Point Harbor. With a lovely courtyard to hang out in and balconies overlooking the water, you’ll feel that sense of relaxation the moment you step on their property. Inexpensive and close to Dana Point’s best dining and coastal experiences, pack a suitcase and head on over for a weekend of winding down.
