Dana Point Marina Inn

Hotels
7.4 (2276 reviews)
24800 Dana Point Harbor Drive , Dana Point , us

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Heating
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Affordable rates
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Limited breakfast
Outdated rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
6.18
Several reviews mentioned dirty rooms and unpleasant conditions.
Service
8.65
Many reviews praised the staff as friendly and helpful.
Location
9.19
Location was consistently highlighted as a major positive aspect.
Room Quality
6.64
Rooms were described as outdated and in need of maintenance, but some were comfortable.
Amenities
7.17
Amenities such as the hot tub and pool were appreciated, but some issues were noted.
Value for Money
8.13
The hotel was considered affordable for its location and offerings.
Food and Beverage
5.68
Breakfast options were frequently criticized as limited.
Overall Experience
7.55
Guests expressed a mixed experience but appreciated location and staff.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 00:33

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities
Dana Point Marina Inn, nestled in the heart of Dana Point, offers a blend of comfort and convenience. Guests can unwind in the outdoor swimming pool or relax in the hot tub after a day of exploring the nearby beaches.

Convenient Facilities
Experience top-notch service with our 24-hour front desk and private parking. Stay connected with complimentary WiFi and maintain your fitness routine at our well-equipped fitness centre.

Prime Location
Situated just a stone's throw away from Doheny State Beach and Baby Beach, our 2-star hotel provides easy access to the best that Dana Point has to offer. Book your stay at Dana Point Marina Inn for a memorable coastal getaway.

Important information:

Please note that only 1 vehicle is permitted per reservation.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SNA

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 15 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.4
Based on 2276 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.18
Service: 8.65
Location: 9.19
Room Quality: 6.64
Amenities: 7.17
Value for Money: 8.13
Food and Beverage: 5.68
Overall Experience: 7.55
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Donna • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

Location, scenery

Cons:

Breakfast time could be extended

Bathrooms updated

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Dolores • couple • us
5
This inn would be amazing if given proper TLC.
Pros:

Convenient location

Cons:

Very poorly maintained. Very run down. Passable room.
Breakfast was sub-par…
Little to no amenities.

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • solo_traveller • us
7
Only Okay and a Little Pricey for the Quality
Pros:

Location. Front desk staff was excellent. Don't know what Baby Beach is, but we went to Doheney Beach and it was very good, just five minutes away.

Cons:

Everything is very old - furniture, bathroom, etc. Housekeeping made me walk (very far) from my room to the front desk to get fresh towels. No telephones. Housekeeping only on request. $15 per night to park.

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Jalal • solo_traveller • us
3
Pros:

Entire facility and rooms are terrible. Rooms smell unreal, carpets are filthy and amenities are dirty and old. Very bad experience.

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Kimberlye • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Everything very convenient went and took a ferry to Catalina no complaints

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Marcy • family_with_children • us
4
for $300 for 1 night less than 24 hrs i will not return back to this place.
2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Judi • couple • us
10
2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Renee77 • couple • us
2
Really run down hotel
Pros:

The location.

Cons:

The room was dirty. There was mold in the bathtub. The room smelled horrible. I wiped the door handles and wiped the door down and the wipe was so dirty. The towels were not fresh and don’t bother trying to get a fresh towels they were, they were never available. Good thing they are demolishing this hotel soon. It is really run down.

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Dana&Jake • extended_group • us
4
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Matthew • couple • us
1
Do NOT ever stay at this hotel.
Pros:

I felt the location was convenient.

Cons:

Where to begin? Toenail clippings were everywhere on our back porch. I had to use a broken-off piece of the window blinds that was on the floor, to scrape the toenail clippings off the porch. There was black mold inside the mini fridge, with water leaking onto the floor. We had to keep a towel in front of it. After seeing our room, we actually had left to Walmart to get cleaning and disinfectant supplies. The towel rack in the bathroom is rusted and almost fell off the wall. The bed sheets had black burns on them. The bed smelled musty and felt very worn in. The whole room smelled like a wet basement. There was lots of water damage around the exterior of the building, it looks like this place is long overdue for renovations. It seems like no one had stepped foot into our room in years. We truly thought we may get sick here during our stay but had already spent over $600 on this poor excuse of a hotel room, after Booking.com mistakenly booked our room with someone else. We didn’t have any choice but to try to make the most of this. Stay very far away from this hotel. It needs to be demolished and rebuilt, it’s so old and disgusting.

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Rey • couple • us
10
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Elizabeth • extended_group • us
8
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Oleksandr • couple • ua
7
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Piñon Ayala • solo_traveller • us
1
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Rex • solo_traveller • us
10
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Lilly • couple • us
10
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Susie McMichael • solo_traveller • us
7
Fine
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Bathrooms need a serious update. Despite being clean, bathrooms feel unclean because of peeling paint and caulking around tub/shower and sinks

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • couple • us
8
Great room in a great location. Don't tear it down!
Pros:

The location in Dana Point Harbor is great. Too bad they will be tearing the hotel down.

Cons:

Paid parking given the harbor is virtually empty.

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Rex • solo_traveller • us
9
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Pure • couple • us
6
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