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1. Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
4.0 star property
Lantern District
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (716 reviews)
"Truly enjoyed the Inn and the staff were so helpful."
United States
Marquitta
The price is NT$10,859
NT$13,134 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
Exterior

2. Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa
4.0 star property
Lantern District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Hotel was under construction for the time we were there! Good amenities and staff"
United States
Melvin
The price is NT$8,986
NT$11,261 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa
Exterior

3. Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel
2.5 star property
1 km from Lantern District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,011 reviews)
"Great location, good breakfast and comfortable bed"
United States
Debra
The price is NT$3,429
NT$3,813 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel
Aerial view

4. Dana Point Marina Inn

Dana Point Marina Inn
3.0 star property
Dana Point Harbor, 0.9 km from Lantern District
7.8 out of 10, Good, (2,192 reviews)
"Good vacation stay near many beautiful kid friendly beaches"
United States
brittnie
The price is NT$3,083
NT$3,428 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Dana Point Marina Inn
Reception

5. Residence Inn by Marriott Dana Point San Juan Capistrano

Residence Inn by Marriott Dana Point San Juan Capistrano
3.0 star property
Del Obispo, 2.2 km from Lantern District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (708 reviews)
"Good room and amenities"
United States
Dmitri
The price is NT$5,687
NT$6,267 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Residence Inn by Marriott Dana Point San Juan Capistrano
2 bars/lounges, rooftop bar, lobby lounge

6. Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach
3.0 star property
Capistrano Beach, 1.7 km from Lantern District
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Loved the location & staff"
United States
William
The price is NT$4,400
NT$4,915 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach
Restaurant

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo

Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo
2.5 star property
8.9 km from Lantern District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Had a very nice and comfy stay."
United States
David
The price is NT$3,879
NT$4,197 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo
Room amenity

8. Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point
2.5 star property
Capistrano Beach, 2.8 km from Lantern District
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,231 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Scott
The price is NT$4,039
NT$4,491 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point
Exterior

9. Best Western Capistrano Inn

Best Western Capistrano Inn
2.5 star property
5.3 km from Lantern District
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,007 reviews)
"Nice, big room, ice cold A/C, very quiet and excellent breakfast buffet"
United States
James
The price is NT$3,643
NT$4,015 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Best Western Capistrano Inn
Lobby

10. Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo
3.0 star property
15.9 km from Lantern District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,718 reviews)
"I enjoyed everything… staff was great, breakfast was delicious and the hot tub was very relaxing!!"
United States
Traci
The price is NT$4,268
NT$4,703 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo
Exterior

11. Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG
2.5 star property
8.3 km from Lantern District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location, excellent property, good breakfast options"
Canada
Gurinder
The price is NT$3,874
NT$4,261 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG
Beach nearby, white sand, sun loungers, beach towels

12. Capistrano Coast House

Capistrano Coast House
4.0 star property
Capistrano Beach, 3 km from Lantern District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (474 reviews)
"Wonderful location; great staff, clean rooms."
United States
Fenik
The price is NT$4,801
NT$5,338 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Capistrano Coast House
Terrace/patio

13. Best Western Plus Dana Point Inn-by-the-sea

Best Western Plus Dana Point Inn-by-the-sea
2.5 star property
Capistrano Beach, 2.9 km from Lantern District
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Walking distance from the beach. Great breakfast and helpful staff."
United States
Dave
The price is NT$4,057
NT$4,511 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Best Western Plus Dana Point Inn-by-the-sea
Outdoor pool

14. Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores

Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores
3.0 star property
Capistrano Beach, 2.4 km from Lantern District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"The location is great!!"
United States
Shannon
The price is NT$5,911
NT$7,434 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores
Terrace/patio

15. Homewood Suites by Hilton Aliso Viejo - Laguna Beach

Homewood Suites by Hilton Aliso Viejo - Laguna Beach
3.0 star property
12.7 km from Lantern District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"My wife and I really enjoyed our stay at this Hilton hotel. Everything was great, our room had a King Bed, full sized refrigerator, stove, microwave, dishwasher and all the plates and pans if you wanted to eat in."
United States
James K
The price is NT$4,661
NT$5,136 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Homewood Suites by Hilton Aliso Viejo - Laguna Beach
Coffee service

16. Casablanca Inn

Casablanca Inn
2.5 star property
7.7 km from Lantern District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,839 reviews)
"Great location close to the beach and town"
United States
CARLOS
The price is NT$3,686
NT$4,055 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Casablanca Inn
Garden

17. Laguna Hills Lodge

Laguna Hills Lodge
2.5 star property
16.1 km from Lantern District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,675 reviews)
"Very nice place. Very nice stay."
United States
Kevin
The price is NT$3,115
NT$3,426 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Laguna Hills Lodge
Terrace/patio

18. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Irvine Lake Forest

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Irvine Lake Forest
3.5 star property
18 km from Lantern District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (679 reviews)
"Great location, clean room, staff was helpful and friendly."
United States
Sapna
The price is NT$4,166
NT$4,591 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Irvine Lake Forest
Front of property - evening/night

19. Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest
3.5 star property
17.5 km from Lantern District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,202 reviews)
"nice hotel."
United States
Abdul
The price is NT$4,140
NT$4,562 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

20. Ayres Hotel & Spa Mission Viejo – Lake Forest

Ayres Hotel & Spa Mission Viejo – Lake Forest
3.5 star property
21.6 km from Lantern District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,277 reviews)
"Wonderful breakfast Incredible Staff Beds comfortable Clean and cold ac Rooms Old Camp bar awesome"
United States
Stacy
The price is NT$3,544
NT$3,834 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Ayres Hotel & Spa Mission Viejo – Lake Forest
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Where to stay in Lantern District

Find the best Lantern District areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal residential area with houses, a clear blue sea, and a distant city skyline.

Capistrano Beach

Capistrano Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Doheny State Beach and North Day Use Beach.

A golf course with a beach and ocean in the background.

Monarch Beach

Travelers come to Monarch Beach for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Monarch Beach Golf Links and Salt Creek Beach while you're in town.

An old church with a cross on top, a brick wall, and a pathway leading to it.

Del Obispo

While visiting Del Obispo, you might make a stop by sights like The Coach House and The Coach House Concert Hall.

A marina filled with boats, a coastal town with buildings, and a clear sky.

Dana Point Harbor

While visiting Dana Point Harbor, you might make a stop by sights like Dana Point Harbor and Doheny State Beach.

A coastal town with a marina, beach, and residential area.

Dana Hills

Though Dana Hills might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Monarch Beach Golf Links and Dana Point Harbor.

Top Lantern District Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Irvine Spectrum

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Irvine Spectrum

8/10 Good
"Room was clean but air had a slight mildew smell. After letting the fan run it dissipated. Staff was friendly."
Imani 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Irvine Spectrum

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Lantern District?
Travelers will be sure to enjoy their time in Dana Point's Lantern District neighborhood. Be sure to check out Dana Point Preserve and Heritage Park as part of your Lantern District travel plans.
What's a favorite hotel to stay in Lantern District?
Based on our traveler data, Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay in Lantern District. This resort is a short 7-minute walk from Dana Point Harbor, and it offers 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa.
How many hotels can I expect to find in Lantern District?
Expedia has 86 hotels and other accommodations in Lantern District to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Dana Point area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Lantern District, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals in Lantern District.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Lantern District?
For additional details about changing or cancelling your trip to Lantern District, click here.
What is there to do in this Dana Point neighborhood?
A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in Lantern District are Dana Point Preserve and Heritage Park. While you're out sightseeing in Dana Point, be sure to visit other sights like Dana Cove Park or Dana Point Harbor.

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