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Our top choices for Ocean Institute hotels

Free daily full breakfast

Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
4.0 star property
Lantern District, 0.3 km from Ocean Institute
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (646 reviews)
"Excellent hotel"
United States
Mike
Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
5.0 star property
Monarch Beach, 1.9 km from Ocean Institute
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (31 reviews)
"Loved the cleanliness and the super friendly staff. Will definitely be staying there again."
United States
Mohammed
The price is P40,087
P48,588 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 2 - Apr 3
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
2 bars/lounges, rooftop bar, lobby lounge

Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach
3.0 star property
2.4 km from Ocean Institute
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great hotel great location. Love this spot one of my favorite places to stay. "
United States
Mariana Isabel
The price is P8,334
P9,308 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 25 - Mar 26
Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach
Beach/ocean view

Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point
2.5 star property
Capistrano Beach, 3.4 km from Ocean Institute
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,036 reviews)
"Good service all around during the stay. "
United States
Carlos
Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point
Banquet hall

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

Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, Autograph Collection by Marriott
4.0 star property
6.3 km from Ocean Institute
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (373 reviews)
"Great place for kids and a short 2-day stay. "
United Kingdom
Caroline
The price is P17,226
P21,611 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, Autograph Collection by Marriott
Private kitchen

North Beach Villa

North Beach Villa
2.0 star property
8.3 km from Ocean Institute
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (58 reviews)
"Very great stay"
United States
Nick
North Beach Villa
Aerial view

Montage Laguna Beach

Montage Laguna Beach
5.0 star property
7.6 km from Ocean Institute
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (699 reviews)
"Pretty and clean"
United States
Armando
The price is P50,167
P62,235 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 2 - Apr 3
Montage Laguna Beach
Bicycling

Le Petit Pali Laguna Beach

Le Petit Pali Laguna Beach
4.0 star property
7.7 km from Ocean Institute
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (370 reviews)
"Really an incredible old Palm Springs vibe. Very classy and details incredible. Highly recommend staying here"
United States
Anthony
The price is P14,549
P19,272 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Le Petit Pali Laguna Beach
Beach nearby

Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG
2.5 star property
8.7 km from Ocean Institute
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"The hotel in general was neat and clean. Staff was very friendly."
United States
Jeffrey
The price is P7,391
P8,130 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG
Hiking

Casablanca Inn

Casablanca Inn
2.5 star property
8 km from Ocean Institute
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,648 reviews)
"Room was very clean and staff was very helpful."
United States
Bruce
Casablanca Inn
Surfing/boogie boarding

West Coast Surf and Stay

West Coast Surf and Stay
2.0 star property
10.9 km from Ocean Institute
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (171 reviews)
"The amazing service, clean vibe, and peaceful atmosphere"
United States
Azero
The price is P6,023
P6,626 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 8 - Mar 9
West Coast Surf and Stay
View from property

Sea Horse Resort

Sea Horse Resort
3.5 star property
9.4 km from Ocean Institute
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (862 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Rodolfo
The price is P12,163
P14,787 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 4 - Mar 5
Sea Horse Resort
Beach/ocean view

Beachcomber Inn

Beachcomber Inn
3.0 star property
9.5 km from Ocean Institute
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (182 reviews)
"Beautiful setting, warm friendly staff, great room!"
United States
Jeannie
The price is P15,713
P17,866 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 4 - Mar 5
Beachcomber Inn
On the beach, beach towels

San Clemente Cove

San Clemente Cove
3.0 star property
9.3 km from Ocean Institute
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (360 reviews)
"loved the place"
United States
jeffrey
The price is P9,712
P12,604 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 12 - Mar 13
San Clemente Cove
Exterior

Best Western Capistrano Inn

Best Western Capistrano Inn
2.5 star property
6.5 km from Ocean Institute
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Good room - simple checkin - decent price"
United States
John
The price is P5,996
P6,608 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 10 - Mar 11
Best Western Capistrano Inn
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Hotel Avenida, San Clemente Beach

Hotel Avenida, San Clemente Beach
2.0 star property
8.4 km from Ocean Institute
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly and helpful staff, in walking distance of bars and restaurants. "
United States
april
The price is P4,329
P4,762 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Hotel Avenida, San Clemente Beach
Restaurant

Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo

Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo
2.5 star property
10 km from Ocean Institute
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"The hotel was very clean, quiet, and the breakfast was great"
United States
Joe
The price is P7,206
P7,796 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo
Exterior

Calafia Inn

Calafia Inn
2.5 star property
11.2 km from Ocean Institute
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (151 reviews)
"Extremely clean and welcoming property. 10/10 will return next year for Ohana Fest. Very enjoyable experience. "
United States
Christopher
The price is P7,208
P7,929 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 13 - Mar 14
Calafia Inn
In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Nomads Hotel - Near San Clemente Pier

Nomads Hotel - Near San Clemente Pier
3.5 star property
9.4 km from Ocean Institute
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (355 reviews)
"Great location nice clean room, attached to a great restaurant and bar"
United States
Nicholas
Nomads Hotel - Near San Clemente Pier
Terrace/patio

Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels

Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels
2.5 star property
10.7 km from Ocean Institute
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (350 reviews)
"Staff was wonderful!! Loved the personal service and small feel to the hotel. Room was great! Beautiful view and ocean sounds!! "
United States
Theresa
The price is P18,253
P22,505 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 4 - Mar 5
Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels
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Top Ocean Institute Hotel Reviews

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

8/10 Good
"Old but quite serviceable. Our "suite" was a little tight, but quite comfortable, especialy bed. "Wet bar" a plus. One doesn’t go to Dana Point to hang out in a hotel room!"
W 4-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

Hotels near other Ocean Institute attractions

Cool view looking down on Dana point
Photo by Jeremy Wyatt
Open Photo by Jeremy Wyatt

Baby Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Baby Beach during your trip to Dana Point?
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#SpringFun exploring new places and watching the boats sail in to the harbor
Photo by Andrew Marino
Open Photo by Andrew Marino

Dana Cove Park

4.4/5 (52 reviews)
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Dana Cove Park, a lovely green space in Dana Point. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the surfing spots.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Ocean Institute?
Ocean Institute is located in a welcoming area of Dana Point known for its beautiful beaches and surfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 114 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near Ocean Institute?
Adjacent to Ocean Institute, Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. Other good choices close by include Dana Point Marina Inn and Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa.
How many hotels should I expect to find near Ocean Institute?
Expedia has 114 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Ocean Institute.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Ocean Institute, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Ocean Institute.
What can I see and do near Ocean Institute?
You'll want to browse the exhibits at Mission San Juan Capistrano and Nature Interpretive Center. You can enjoy live performances at The Coach House and Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas. Spend some time exploring the natural beauty of Salt Creek Beach, Capistrano Beach Park, and Crown Valley Community Park.