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

1. Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

Monarch Beach, 1 km from Salt Creek Beach

Jimmy

NT$31,303

NT$37,088 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

2. Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Lantern District, 2.8 km from Salt Creek Beach

Marquitta

NT$11,383

NT$13,712 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

3. The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

Monarch Beach, 1.1 km from Salt Creek Beach

Noreen

NT$31,587

NT$37,372 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

4. Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo

8.7 km from Salt Creek Beach

Romie

NT$3,863

NT$4,180 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

5. Dana Point Marina Inn

Dana Point Harbor, 3.7 km from Salt Creek Beach

brittnie

NT$3,643

NT$4,050 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

6. Laguna Hills Lodge

14.6 km from Salt Creek Beach

Chris

NT$3,102

NT$3,412 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

7. Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

4 km from Salt Creek Beach

Dawn Elizabeth

NT$3,769

NT$4,191 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

8. Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

14.1 km from Salt Creek Beach

Marisa

NT$4,240

NT$4,672 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

9. Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

Capistrano Beach, 4.7 km from Salt Creek Beach

Steve

NT$4,639

NT$5,182 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

10. Best Western Capistrano Inn

6.8 km from Salt Creek Beach

James

NT$3,628

NT$3,998 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

11. Fairfield Inn by Marriott Mission Viejo / Orange County

12 km from Salt Creek Beach

Jose

NT$3,956

NT$4,280 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

12. Capistrano Coast House

Capistrano Beach, 6.1 km from Salt Creek Beach

Fenik

NT$5,948

NT$6,613 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Deluxe room, 1 King Bed, Jetted tub, Non Smoking | Living area

13. Laguna Inn & Suites

8.5 km from Salt Creek Beach

Junxian

NT$2,403

NT$2,595 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

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

11.3 km from Salt Creek Beach

Gurinder

NT$3,731

NT$4,104 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

15. Casablanca Inn

10.7 km from Salt Creek Beach

Ryan

NT$3,956

NT$4,351 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

16. Hotel Avenida, San Clemente Beach

11.1 km from Salt Creek Beach

Tiziana Gorgan and Jonathan

NT$2,374

NT$2,611 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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

Capistrano Beach, 5.9 km from Salt Creek Beach

Andrea

NT$4,182

NT$4,650 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

18. Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

Capistrano Beach, 5.9 km from Salt Creek Beach

Scott

NT$4,022

NT$4,472 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

19. Homewood Suites by Hilton Aliso Viejo - Laguna Beach

10.8 km from Salt Creek Beach

Anja

NT$4,641

NT$5,114 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

20. Sonesta Select Laguna Hills Irvine Spectrum

15.9 km from Salt Creek Beach

Amir Hossein

NT$2,789

NT$3,073 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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Compare popular hotels close to Salt Creek Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach	9.2 Wonderful 692 reviews	View
Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn	9.6 Exceptional 708 reviews	View
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel	9.4 Exceptional 64 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Dana Point Marina Inn	7.8 Good 2,157 reviews	View

Top Salt Creek Beach Hotel Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

8/10 Good

"Everything was fine, everywhere is clean. Room is spacious, unless breakfasts are not tasty at all. Not worth it, overall hotel is super"

Montage Laguna Beach

10/10 Excellent

"All the staff was extremely nice and accommodating to any need or request."

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We were upgraded to a king suite. Staff extremely helpful. Room was exceptionally clean and the air was on so it was not hot and muggy upon arrival. The bed was so comfortable. There was free parking and breakfast was decent."

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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. Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

2. Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

3. The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

4. Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo

5. Dana Point Marina Inn

6. Laguna Hills Lodge

7. Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

8. Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

9. Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

10. Best Western Capistrano Inn

11. Fairfield Inn by Marriott Mission Viejo / Orange County

12. Capistrano Coast House

13. Laguna Inn & Suites

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

15. Casablanca Inn

16. Hotel Avenida, San Clemente Beach

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

18. Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

19. Homewood Suites by Hilton Aliso Viejo - Laguna Beach

20. Sonesta Select Laguna Hills Irvine Spectrum

Compare popular hotels close to Salt Creek Beach

Top Salt Creek Beach Hotel Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

Montage 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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