Dana Point Marina Inn

Hotels
7.4 (2341 reviews)
24800 Dana Point Harbor Drive , Dana Point , US

Paid
Children 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Outdated rooms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Rooms were described as outdated and in need of maintenance, but some were comfortable.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

Location

Guest Reviews

7.4
Based on 2341 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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Kimberly • solo_traveller • us
4
Tolerable
Pros:

The town it is in

Cons:

Old and elevators were not clean

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Lowell • couple • us
9
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Young • couple • us
9
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Micah • couple • us
10
We liked it enough to extend our stay—great staff, great location and a fun family getaway.
Pros:

We extended our stay because the family was having such a great time. The staff was friendly and helpful throughout our visit, and adding another night was easy. The room was clean and comfortable, and the pool was definitely a favorite with the kids. Great location for a relaxing Dana Point getaway.

Cons:

No real complaints. The property is a little older, but everything was clean, comfortable and worked as it should.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Micah • family_with_children • us
10
Great family staycation—we enjoyed it so much we stayed another night.
Pros:

We had a great family staycation. The front desk staff couldn’t have been nicer or more accommodating, the room and beds were clean and comfortable, and everything worked as it should. The pool was a huge hit with the kids, and the location is fantastic for enjoying Dana Point, Doheny Beach and Baby Beach. We enjoyed ourselves so much that we ended up extending our stay another night.

Cons:

Nothing that negatively affected our stay. We had a great experience and would happily stay again.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Arman • family_with_children • us
8
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cerna • family_with_children • us
10
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Susan • couple • us
5
This is the only place to stay by the waterfront in Dana Point. So it was convenient for our needs being close to the P
Pros:

Location.
Close to Doheny Beach and some decent restaurants. Close to Catalina Express ferry.
We travel with our bikes and like that we can bring them into the room

Cons:

Rundown condition of everything. Minimal maintenance everywhere.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Jeffrey • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Tanya • couple • us
8
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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rodriguez • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

It was pleasant that my stay in the hotel was clean, with easy access to the beach, good service for check-in, and I feel satisfied as a customer.

Cons:

I think it needs more varieties on breakfast, which is potentially an opportunity to upgrade meels for breakfast!

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Rafal • couple • us
8
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • couple • us
8
We will definitely come back! Thank you so much
Pros:

Location is excellent. The room was very comfortable. Good breakfast selections. Front desk very nice and professional.

Cons:

Parking limited, after our night out we came back around 11:30PM and I think we got the last spot. A microwave would be nice. Coffee maker did not work. Nearby construction, noisy.

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Debbie • solo_traveller • us
7
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Rafal • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Rafal • couple • us
8
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • family_with_children • us
1
The worst place i have ever stayed in
Pros:

The location was the only positive thing about this place

Cons:

It was extremely dirty. The first room they tried to give us had peanut butter smeared all inside the fridge and there plastic silverware stuck in it. There was black mold all over the bathroom specifically in the tub area. The floors were wet and the oder from that was disgusting. The beds were very uncomfortable as well.

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Paul M • couple • us
5
Great location, horrible hotel.
Pros:

Excellent location in the Dana Point Marina. Walking distance to a variety of restaurants. Free on site parking.

Cons:

The roperty is really run down, and in very shabby condition. The public areas are dirty and not very attractive. The rooms are worse - bathroom shower/tub deeply stained, rust on the fixtures, plaster peeling off the walls from water damage. The bedroom furniture was in very poor shape, either broken or banged up! The breakfast room (where included breakfast was held was dirty and with several broken and damaged furniture both inside and on the patio. We refused to eat anything. I complained to the front desk clerk and was offered a room upgrade (from the Deluxe King Marin View room we had booked. The new suite was much larger and a little cleaner overall. However, no maid service was provided, we had to go to the front desk to request fresh towels each day. Strange? I've booked probably 50-60 hotels through Booking.com, the world over for decades, and this by far was the worst we ever have experienced. Rated a 7.00-7.5 hotel, not even close! We have always trusted Booking.com's hotel ratings, in this case they really missed the mark. And,I have picture evidence to prove my point.

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Robert • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

Coffee excellent!

Cons:

Couple ants visited bathroom. Construction nearby

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Nova • couple • us
10
Pros:

Todo

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee