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

1. Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Lantern District, 2.8 km from Salt Creek Beach

Marquitta

NT$12,640

NT$15,127 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

NT$31,809

NT$37,656 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

3 outdoor pools, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

3. Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

Monarch Beach, 1 km from Salt Creek Beach

ANTONIETTA

NT$28,831

NT$34,360 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

4. Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

14.1 km from Salt Creek Beach

Ryan

NT$4,313

NT$4,752 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

5. Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo

8.7 km from Salt Creek Beach

Romie

NT$3,914

NT$4,235 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Beachfront | Terrace/patio

Suite, Multiple Beds, Oceanfront (Ocean Front Junior Suite 2 King Beds) | Beach/ocean view

Suite, Multiple Beds, Oceanfront (Ocean Front Junior Suite 2 King Beds) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

6. Capri Laguna on the Beach

7 km from Salt Creek Beach

Bartolome

NT$10,825

NT$13,825 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 20 - Aug 21

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

7. Calafia Inn

14 km from Salt Creek Beach

PATRICIA

NT$4,004

NT$4,405 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

8. Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

Lantern District, 3.9 km from Salt Creek Beach

Melvin

NT$8,958

NT$11,242 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

11.3 km from Salt Creek Beach

Erica

NT$4,036

NT$4,440 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

3 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)

Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, desk

10. Renaissance ClubSport Aliso Viejo Laguna Beach Hotel

11 km from Salt Creek Beach

Pamela

NT$6,508

NT$7,175 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

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

11. Laguna Hills Lodge

14.6 km from Salt Creek Beach

Dianna

NT$3,431

NT$3,774 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

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

12. Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels

7.7 km from Salt Creek Beach

Bianca

NT$11,436

NT$13,977 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

3 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch served

13. Montage Laguna Beach

4.6 km from Salt Creek Beach

Danielle

NT$46,150

NT$55,460 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

14. The Tides Laguna Beach

9.1 km from Salt Creek Beach

Jessi

NT$5,862

NT$6,682 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

3 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

15. The Ranch at Laguna Beach

3.9 km from Salt Creek Beach

Genesis

NT$13,664

NT$17,612 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

6.5 km from Salt Creek Beach

Vagan

NT$8,617

NT$11,089 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

17. Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

4 km from Salt Creek Beach

Mike

NT$3,818

NT$4,246 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

18. Homewood Suites by Hilton Aliso Viejo - Laguna Beach

10.8 km from Salt Creek Beach

Anja

NT$4,702

NT$5,181 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

19. The Mara Laguna Beach an AvantStay Hotel

6.7 km from Salt Creek Beach

Marina

NT$8,040

NT$9,166 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

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

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

20. Le Petit Pali Laguna Beach

4.7 km from Salt Creek Beach

hector

NT$12,221

NT$13,956 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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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 702 reviews	View
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel	9.4 Exceptional 62 reviews	View
Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach	9.2 Wonderful 687 reviews	View
Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo	9.4 Exceptional 1,706 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo	9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View

Top Salt Creek Beach Hotel Reviews

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

10/10 Excellent

"This is such a beautiful hotel. The views are stunning and the service is impeccable."

Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Truly enjoyed the Inn and the staff were so helpful."

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

8/10 Good

"Nice staff . Decent room for the price and centrally located. Office chair was broken. The protein (wet sausage patties)and hot breakfast was marginal. Coffee was good. Daily Parking fees were a surprise and should not exist. $25/ day which then start you wonder about value."

The Ranch at Laguna Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful property hidden in a canyon just across from the beach. Really wonderful if you don’t want to be right on the beach and you want your privacy and serenity."

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

8/10 Good

"Beautiful property with good service. The beach experience could be better , expected food and drink service. Dining options are limited and service at the bar is not enough for all the people."

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

8.4/10 (34 reviews)

Walk around the campus at Eco-Adventure Center 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. Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo

6. Capri Laguna on the Beach

7. Calafia Inn

8. Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa

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

10. Renaissance ClubSport Aliso Viejo Laguna Beach Hotel

11. Laguna Hills Lodge

12. Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels

13. Montage Laguna Beach

14. The Tides Laguna Beach

15. The Ranch at Laguna Beach

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

17. Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

18. Homewood Suites by Hilton Aliso Viejo - Laguna Beach

19. The Mara Laguna Beach an AvantStay Hotel

20. Le Petit Pali Laguna Beach

Compare popular hotels close to Salt Creek Beach

Top Salt Creek Beach Hotel Reviews

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

The Ranch at Laguna Beach

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

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

Sea Canyon Park

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