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Our top choices for Lantern District hotels

A coastal resort with multiple-story buildings, a golf course, and a beach.

1. Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa
4.0 star property
Lantern District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Beautiful property!!"
United States
Karen
The price is NT$9,102
NT$11,406 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa
A breakfast table with plates of food, a blue vase, and a view of the sea.

2. 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, (725 reviews)
"Warm, friendly hotel - extremely friendly staff."
United Kingdom
Mark Robert
The price is NT$9,619
NT$11,769 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
A hotel with a grand entrance, multiple balconies, and a staircase leading to the main entrance.

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, (1,001 reviews)
"Great price and location. Would stay again"
United States
Donald
The price is NT$3,474
NT$3,863 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel
A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, a central fire pit, and a view of the ocean.

4. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place, wish we would have stayed longer."
United States
Ramona
The price is NT$4,758
NT$5,314 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach
A marina with numerous boats docked, a parking lot, and a building with multiple floors in the background.

5. 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, (2,221 reviews)
"Good love great location"
United States
Emilio
The price is NT$2,863
NT$3,184 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Dana Point Marina Inn
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central chandelier, a fireplace, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

6. Residence Inn by Marriott Dana Point San Juan Capistrano

Residence Inn by Marriott Dana Point San Juan Capistrano
3.0 star property
Del Obispo, 2.1 km from Lantern District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (712 reviews)
"Clean room - we missed the luggage rack - the food was perfect for breakfast - great staff and great proximity to the Coach House!"
United States
Kim
The price is NT$5,349
NT$5,894 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Residence Inn by Marriott Dana Point San Juan Capistrano
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building.

7. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"The place was super clean and the staff were helpful, the location is off the charts"
United States
Kris
The price is NT$5,715
NT$7,228 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores
A balcony with a table set for two, overlooking a beach with palm trees.

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, (1,232 reviews)
"Great location, clean rooms"
United States
Amanda
The price is NT$3,320
NT$3,691 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point
Beach

9. Capistrano Coast House

Capistrano Coast House
4.0 star property
Capistrano Beach, 3 km from Lantern District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (524 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Neiufi
The price is NT$4,663
NT$5,185 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Capistrano Coast House
A spacious indoor area with a large window, a wooden floor, and a seating area with chairs and a sofa.

10. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Loved our stay"
United States
William
The price is NT$4,073
NT$4,407 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo
A building with a white facade, red-tiled roof, and arched windows. There are outdoor tables and red umbrellas, and palm trees in the background.

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, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location, excellent property, good breakfast options"
Canada
Gurinder
The price is NT$3,667
NT$4,034 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG
A spacious lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and a large wall-mounted TV.

12. Fairfield Inn by Marriott Mission Viejo / Orange County

Fairfield Inn by Marriott Mission Viejo / Orange County
3.0 star property
12.5 km from Lantern District
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"clean rooms and friendly staff."
United States
Nasrin
The price is NT$3,735
NT$4,041 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Fairfield Inn by Marriott Mission Viejo / Orange County
A courtyard with a fountain, seating area, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

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)
"The staff were incredibly friendly, making for a wonderful stay. The breakfast was delicious, too; I would love to stay here again."
Japan
MICHITOSHI
The price is NT$3,820
NT$4,248 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Best Western Plus Dana Point Inn-by-the-sea
A SurfSide Inn sign with a beach-themed logo, indicating a beachfront location.

14. Capistrano Surfside Inn

Capistrano Surfside Inn
3.0 star property
Capistrano Beach, 2.6 km from Lantern District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (205 reviews)
"We loved our stay at Capistrano, the staff were wonderful, check in was easy."
United States
Lynne
The price is NT$5,048
NT$6,674 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Capistrano Surfside Inn
A covered entrance with a brick pathway leading to a building, surrounded by palm trees and plants.

15. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Everything about our stay was positive. Nice clean and updated rooms. The staff was great especially Joy at the front desk. I definitely would stay there again"
United States
ROBERT
The price is NT$3,418
NT$3,766 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Best Western Capistrano Inn
A modern hotel with a curved facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

16. Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest
3.5 star property
17.5 km from Lantern District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,209 reviews)
"Clean and friendly staff"
United States
Waleed
The price is NT$4,074
NT$4,490 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest
An outdoor patio with a stone wall, a fire feature, and outdoor seating.

17. 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, (697 reviews)
"Great location, clean room, staff was helpful and friendly."
United States
Sapna
The price is NT$4,993
NT$5,502 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Irvine Lake Forest
A modern restaurant with a sunset mural, contemporary furniture, and a view of the ocean.

18. Hyatt Regency Irvine

Hyatt Regency Irvine
4.0 star property
26.7 km from Lantern District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,208 reviews)
"Such a beautiful stay"
United States
CRISTOFER
The price is NT$7,204
NT$7,939 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Hyatt Regency Irvine
A multi-level hotel with a central courtyard featuring a fountain, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

19. Casablanca Inn

Casablanca Inn
2.5 star property
7.7 km from Lantern District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,847 reviews)
"nice location, breakfast was unique and good experience"
United States
A.
The price is NT$3,734
NT$4,107 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Casablanca Inn
An outdoor bar area with seating, a fire pit, and a bar stocked with bottles.

20. Costa Mesa Marriott

Costa Mesa Marriott
4.0 star property
29.8 km from Lantern District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,752 reviews)
"Clean great staff"
United States
Shaun
The price is NT$4,665
NT$5,187 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Costa Mesa Marriott
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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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 Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas.

Top Lantern District Hotel Reviews

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

10/10 Excellent
"I enjoyed the property! They are remodeling but it was great"
Alexandra 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

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 85 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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