OUR TAKE ON DANA POINT
Dana Point is a beautiful small city located in the famous Orange Country of southern California. Orange trees and lush gardens populate this town making for a picturesque escape, whether you are here for a kid friendly family vacation or a romantic getaway.
Dana Point provides one of the few harbors in southern California, so it is a popular destination for boating, scuba diving and other water sports. Known for the legendary surf break called “Killer Dana,” it is also a Mecca for surfers.
Doheny State Park and Capitstrano beach provide the setting for most of the outdoor activities for which Dana Point is famous. Ample hiking and biking trails snake through the state park, and the beach provides the backdrop for a relaxing day or soaking up the southern California sunshine. There is also a world class, 18-hole golf course located right on the coast, for a challenging and picturesque game for the golfers who visit.
Dana Point has a rich tourism infrastructure with plenty of informative travel guides to help you get started planning your trip. Whether you are looking for pet friendly lodgings, a full service hotel or a cozy campground the site at www.danapoint.org will help you map an unforgettable holiday.
LODGING
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St Regis Resort Monarch Beach
"of the most beautiful hotels I have ever stayed" - a user of CitySearch
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The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
"hotel expects you to pay top dollar for their rooms and dining then treats you like scum, not my idea of a first class hotel" - a user of CitySearch
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Doubletree Guest Suites Doheny Beach
"great bed, small bathroom" - a user of Expedia
THINGS TO DO
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The Spa at Laguna Cliffs
"great view, lousy channel selection" - a user of Epinions.com
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Ocean Institute
"If you want to spend a few hours of your time one weekend with the kids then you might want to check out this place. It costs $6/adult and $4/children 3-12 years old to get in and …" - a user of Yelp
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Monarch Beach Golf Links
"Good but incredibly overrated (and overpriced). First of all, any so-called golf destination has to have a driving range. Hitting into nets, just doesn't cut it - warm up elsewhere…" - a user of Yelp
