The Best Hotels Closest to Salt Creek Beach in Dana Point for 2026

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Our top choices for Salt Creek Beach hotels

Tower Room King with Patio | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, desk

Luxury Tower Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, desk

1. Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Lantern District, 2.8 km from Salt Creek Beach

Marquitta

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

2. The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

Monarch Beach, 1.1 km from Salt Creek Beach

Noreen

3 outdoor pools, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

3. Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

Monarch Beach, 1 km from Salt Creek Beach

Jimmy

4. Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

14.1 km from Salt Creek Beach

Marisa

5. West Coast Surf and Stay

13.7 km from Salt Creek Beach

Dustin

Beach nearby, white sand, sun loungers, beach towels

6. Capistrano Coast House

Capistrano Beach, 6.1 km from Salt Creek Beach

Derrick

Family Room, Non Smoking, Garden View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

7. Laguna Hills Lodge

14.6 km from Salt Creek Beach

Chris

Small Basic Room, 1 Queen Bed | WiFi (free), bed sheets

8. Calafia Inn

14 km from Salt Creek Beach

Dennis

Room (2 Extra Long Full Beds) | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, soundproofing

9. The Tides Laguna Beach

9.1 km from Salt Creek Beach

jose

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo

8.7 km from Salt Creek Beach

Romie

Deluxe Suite, Multiple Beds, Ocean View | Terrace/patio

Deluxe Suite, Multiple Beds, Ocean View | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Deluxe Suite, Multiple Beds, Ocean View | View from room

11. Sea Horse Resort

12.2 km from Salt Creek Beach

Elizabeth Dodd

The Deluxe King | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

The LPP Suite | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

12. Le Petit Pali Laguna Beach

4.7 km from Salt Creek Beach

Sandra

13. Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, Autograph Collection by Marriott

6.5 km from Salt Creek Beach

Jeff

Penthouse | Private kitchen | Dining table

14. North Beach Villa

11.1 km from Salt Creek Beach

Brian

Couples treatment rooms, aromatherapy, hot stone massages

15. Casa Laguna Hotel & Spa

5.8 km from Salt Creek Beach

Judith

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding available, desk, laptop workspace

16. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Irvine Lake Forest

16.3 km from Salt Creek Beach

Jackie

3 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

17. The Ranch at Laguna Beach

3.9 km from Salt Creek Beach

Lilit

Beach nearby, beach umbrellas, beach towels

18. Laguna Beach House

9.1 km from Salt Creek Beach

Alexandra

Deluxe Villa, Beach View (Room 3 North Villa) | Beach/ocean view

Luxury Villa, Beach View (Room 12 Couples Villa) | Living area | 32-inch TV with digital channels

Deluxe Villa, Beach View (Room 3 North Villa) | View from room

19. Beachcomber Inn

12.3 km from Salt Creek Beach

Norma

Ocean View One Bedroom Suite | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Peaceful Ocean Front One Bedroom Suite | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

20. Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels

7.7 km from Salt Creek Beach

Ashley

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Compare popular hotels close to Salt Creek Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn	9.6 Exceptional 708 reviews	View
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel	9.4 Exceptional 64 reviews	View
Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach	9.2 Wonderful 691 reviews	View
Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo	9.4 Exceptional 1,732 reviews	View
West Coast Surf and Stay	10.0 Exceptional 239 reviews	View

Top Salt Creek Beach Hotel Reviews

Dana Point Marina Inn

10/10 Excellent

"The location is perfect for what we like to do in Dana Point!"

The Ranch at Laguna Beach

8/10 Good

"Overall it's a good hotel. They have an extra special amenity with the golf course even though it's only nine holes it's still in great shape and fun to play. However, there is one little bother which is there is no cell phone service at the hotel. They should invest in a cell tower for the prices they charge.. the other problem is signage which is very poor from the highway and could lead to an accident. So be careful entering."

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The front desk was so friendly and helpful it was a pleasure to check in."

Other attractions near Salt Creek Beach

A coastal town with houses on cliffs overlooking the ocean.

Three Arch Bay Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Three Arch Bay Beach during your trip to Laguna Beach?

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A lifeguard tower labeled SC 2 on a beach at sunset.

Salt Creek Beach Park

9.0/10 (272 reviews)

Salt Creek Beach Park is just one of the places to see in Dana Point, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants.

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A coastal cliff with houses, a lighthouse, and a beach.

Thousand Steps Beach

9.4/10 (329 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Thousand Steps Beach during your travels in Laguna Beach?

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A coastal town with a beach, ocean, and a hill with buildings.

Dana Strands Beach

9.0/10 (6 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Dana Strands Beach during your trip to Dana Point? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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A coastal landscape with a clear blue ocean, a sandy beach, and a town in the distance.

Dana Point Preserve

You can take time to visit Dana Point Preserve during your travels to Dana Point. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Monarch Beach Golf Links

8.6/10 (123 reviews)

Play a round of golf at Monarch Beach Golf Links and enjoy other activities in Dana Point such as surfing. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

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Eco-Adventure Center at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

8.4/10 (34 reviews)

Walk around the campus at Eco-Adventure Center at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel during your visit to Dana Point. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the surfing spots.

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Sea Canyon Park

8.8/10 (37 reviews)

Sea Canyon Park is just one of the places to see in Dana Point, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or seek out the surfing spots.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Salt Creek Beach?

Salt Creek Beach is located in Dana Point. Travelers love the area for its beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 85 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Salt Creek Beach?

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this resort offers 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (1 km) from Salt Creek Beach. Another good choice is The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel, located just 0.7 mi (1.1 km) away.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Salt Creek Beach?

Expedia has 85 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Salt Creek Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Salt Creek Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near Salt Creek Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Salt Creek Beach?

To find more details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Salt Creek Beach, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Salt Creek Beach?

You'll want to browse the collections at Mission San Juan Capistrano, Ocean Institute, and Orange County Natural History Museum. You can enjoy live performances at The Coach House and Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Harbor Point Park, Dana Cove Park, or Lantern Bay County Park.

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Our top choices for Salt Creek Beach hotels

1. Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

2. The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

3. Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

4. Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

5. West Coast Surf and Stay

6. Capistrano Coast House

7. Laguna Hills Lodge

8. Calafia Inn

9. The Tides Laguna Beach

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo

11. Sea Horse Resort

12. Le Petit Pali Laguna Beach

13. Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, Autograph Collection by Marriott

14. North Beach Villa

15. Casa Laguna Hotel & Spa

16. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Irvine Lake Forest

17. The Ranch at Laguna Beach

18. Laguna Beach House

19. Beachcomber Inn

20. Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels

Compare popular hotels close to Salt Creek Beach

Top Salt Creek Beach Hotel Reviews

Dana Point Marina Inn

The Ranch at Laguna Beach

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

Other attractions near Salt Creek Beach

Three Arch Bay Beach

Salt Creek Beach Park

Thousand Steps Beach

Dana Strands Beach

Dana Point Preserve

Monarch Beach Golf Links

Eco-Adventure Center at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

Sea Canyon Park

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