Blue Lantern Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Hotels
9.4 (336 reviews)
34343 Blue Lantern Street , Dana Point , us

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Beautiful setting
Excellent staff
Great food
Cons:
It is a bit pricey
Limited healthy options at breakfast

Categories

Cleanliness
9.3
The room was absolutely gorgeous, clean and comfortable.
Service
9.8
Friendly helpful staff; excellent service from all staff.
Location
9.7
Beautiful setting with great views and within walking distance to shops and restaurants.
Room Quality
9.3
Fantastic room with great views; well-maintained.
Amenities
9.3
Great breakfast; jacuzzi tub; amenities are convenient.
Value for Money
8.8
It's a bit pricey like many hotels, but has nice amenities for a getaway weekend.
Food and Beverage
9.3
Outstanding breakfast; illy coffee maker; great food.
Overall Experience
9.7
Amazing property with beautiful views and service that goes above and beyond.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 01:16

Property Description

Breathtaking Ocean Views
Perched on a cliff above Dana Point Yacht Harbor, Blue Lantern Inn offers stunning views of the Pacific Ocean. Each room boasts a cozy fireplace and a luxurious spa bath, ensuring a relaxing stay.

Luxurious Amenities
Indulge in spa services and stay active at the fitness center during your visit. Enjoy complimentary afternoon wine and snacks, and start your day with a delicious buffet breakfast. With free Wi-Fi, cable TV, and DVD players, every comfort is at your fingertips.

Explore and Unwind
Located just a short drive from Disneyland, the inn offers easy access to a variety of attractions. Take advantage of activities like kayaking and whale watching nearby. Whether you seek adventure or relaxation, Blue Lantern Inn is the perfect coastal retreat.

Book now for an unforgettable stay at Blue Lantern Inn!

Important information:

If canceled before 7 days prior to arrival, the property will refund the deposit minus a cancelation fee.

Guests must present the same credit card that was used to make the reservation at the time of check in.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

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 42.86
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 336 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.3
Service: 9.8
Location: 9.7
Room Quality: 9.3
Amenities: 9.3
Value for Money: 8.8
Food and Beverage: 9.3
Overall Experience: 9.7
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David • couple • us
9
recommend for a short stay.
Pros:

Location was excellent with a great view. Having cheese and wine in the late afternoon was a good touch. Breakfast was a little above average.

Cons:

Toilet seats should be upgraded to non-slamming type.

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Hilda • extended_group • us
10
Pros:

Breakfasts and Happy Hours were wonderful! Staff was very helpful.

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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307adrianep • Solo travel
10
My New Happy Place.
Pros:

Outstanding hotel and location. Service was incredible. The Breakfast and happy hour outstanding. This is now my “Happy Place”. I’ll be back for sure.

2026-06-30 • via Tripadvisor
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Julie • solo_traveller • us
2
I checked out as soon as the sun came up.
Pros:

The staff was amazingly friendly. The ocean views beautiful from the lobby and the elevator.

Cons:

The room had a terrible odor, like stinky feet and the carpet was dirty/stained.
The towels did not smell good at all, didn’t smell clean nor did the pillows on the bed. That was an old musty, stinky smell.

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • couple • us
9
My favorite place to stay in SoCal
Pros:

Location , amazing views, beautiful clean rooms, great breakfast, wine happy hour

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Very walkable. Gorgeous views! Great breakfast.

Cons:

Little pricey.

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Allyson • family_with_children • us
9
Cute hotel with great views and close to a lot of good restaurants.
Pros:

Cute hotel with amazing views, and very close to great restaurants. The room was spacious and comfortable.

Cons:

The complimentary breakfast was not that good.

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Jet66604721355 • Couples
10
Beautiful Bed and Breakfast, on a bluff overlooking the harbor of Dana Point. Very tranquil and peaceful.
Pros:

We loved our stay at the Blue Lanter. We were welcomed with a glass of champagne, and shortly after a beautiful wine and cheese hour. Our room was beautiful with a patio area over looking the ocean.

2026-06-13 • via Tripadvisor
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suyun • extended_group • hk
8
Pros:

风景优美

Cons:

wifi 不是很好

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Kari • couple • us
10
It was great
Pros:

Very comfortable and great location

Cons:

Wish we would’ve been told about the possibility of an available room next to us that had a better view

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Bethany • couple • us
10
Would recommend this spot! Beautiful hotel, great staff, clean and comfortable property. Great walking, hiking trails ne
Pros:

Great coastal, warm vibe here and the staff are superb!

Cons:

Pricey for one night.

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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dpax2n1 • Solo travel
10
Anniversary get away
Pros:

Excellent accommodation and service. Convenient location. Great breakfast. Free Parking

2026-05-28 • via Tripadvisor
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Angela • couple • us
10
We loved our stay and will be coming back
Pros:

Room was clean and staff was attentive

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Joe • solo_traveller • us
10
Our dtay at the Blue Lantern
Pros:

Very beautiful and comfortable. Quite and relaxing, close to the Dana Point harbor for a nice walk. Breakfast was very good and the staff was great! We will definitely return for another stay.

Cons:

The fan in restroom was loud.

2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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Reindert • couple • us
7
Pros:

Great location and clean

Cons:

It feels like an retirement/elderly home. The staff is great but the hotel needs a revamp - without losing its charm.

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • us
10
2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
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Melanie • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-04-23 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • solo_traveller • us
9
A beautiful inn at the perfect location
Pros:

The location is really the best. It’s in walking distance to the harbor, the small “downtown” area with access to restaurants, and the local hiking trails. The beaches are also close and they are really beautiful. I also really enjoyed all the amenities of the room itself — the slippers, robe, toiletries from Grown Alchemist, a steamer instead of an iron, the high quality towels. The bathroom is spacious with a wonderful hot tub. The room itself even has a fireplace and the seating was comfortable. I really appreciated that the room was genuinely very clean. The breakfast each morning is excellent with great variety, and always impressively crispy bacon. The early evening wine, crackers, cheese, and bites were so great! On check-out day, the staff was so accommodating as I wanted to finish some more work there after check-out — I had the library and dining room to be able to get my work done and afterwards, they were more than helpful in storing my luggage and offering suggestions for where I can go on a beautiful walk.

Cons:

I do wish the tea selection was available in the room itself, but it doesn’t overall take much effort to just head down to the main lobby for tea and water (usually infused with fruit). I did pay for a room with a balcony view of the water, so it is costly —- it was right next to the little public “square”/gazebo area and so you can hear all the conversations happening as many people stop by the area on their walk or in touring the region. It’s a great view and luckily, people aren’t usually in that area once it gets dark. I did stay in the middle of the week so I loved that it was overall quieter, but I can imagine it being rather noisy on busy days with a lot of guests.

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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ROBERT • couple • us
10
2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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GREGORY • family_with_children • us
10
2026-04-11 • via Nuitee