




Room, Balcony, Resort View
- 400 sq ft
- Sleeps 4
- 1 King bed or 2 Queen Beds
- Resort view
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Welcome
Perched above Salt Creek Beach, the resort offers ocean-view rooms, two outdoor pools, daily yoga and on-site dining — a coastal Dana Point base for family and leisure stays.
Set on a 150-foot bluff above Salt Creek Beach, this five-star Dana Point resort pairs panoramic Pacific views with coastal dining, spa rituals, two outdoor pools, tennis, fitness, yoga and easy access to surfing, whale watching and Laguna Beach. Days unfold between cliffside cocktails, ocean-inspired treatments, family-friendly Eco-Adventure activities and the relaxed rhythm of Southern California’s Monarch Beach coast.
Enjoy two outdoor pools with whirlpools, plus resort-fee access to Salt Creek Beach loungers and towels.
Choose from RAYA, KAHANI, TAIKUN Omakase, 180 BLU, RITZ Lobby Bar, Dana Pool Cafe and The Market Place.
The 24-hour fitness center, daily yoga and Pilates classes, tennis courts and ocean-inspired spa services support active coastal days.
Concierge service, porter assistance and seasonal Ritz Kids nature and STEAM activities help tailor stays for guests of all ages.
Complimentary Wi-Fi is listed as a property amenity, with access also included among resort-fee benefits.
Stay above Salt Creek Beach, near Dana Point Harbor, whale-watching departures, Laguna Beach and John Wayne Airport.






































A stylish seafood and coastal Latin restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel offering sustainable seafood, local produce, and sweeping ocean views. RAYA suits leisurely breakfasts through dinner for guests drawn to bright flavors and a polished, breezy setting.
Also on property: KAHANI, TAIKUN Omakase, 180 BLU, RITZ Lobby Bar, The Dana Pool Cafe, The Market Place.
The resort sits atop a 150-foot bluff overlooking Salt Creek Beach; the Eco-Adventure Center is a short walk from the main building and Salt Creek Beach is about a 4–5 minute walk. Monarch Beach Golf Links is adjacent to the property, and Dana Point Harbor with whale-watching departures and the Ocean Institute is a few minutes’ drive. Mission San Juan Capistrano and downtown Dana Point are short drives, while Laguna Beach is about 15–20 minutes by car. The closest airport is John Wayne Airport (SNA), roughly a 35-minute drive.
Standard check-in is 4:00 PM and check-out is 11:00 AM; early arrival and late check-out are subject to availability.
Yes. The resort welcomes children of all ages and offers a seasonal Ritz Kids program and Eco-Adventure activities for children (usually for an additional surcharge).
The property has two outdoor pools (Dana Pool and Monarch Pool) open daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM; pools are for registered overnight guests and no reservation is required.
Yes — The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Laguna Niguel operates daily (official hours listed as 8:30 AM–6:30 PM) and has 12 treatment rooms; reservations are recommended in advance.
On-site dining includes RAYA, KAHANI, TAIKUN Omakase, 180 BLU, the RITZ Lobby Bar, The Dana Pool Cafe and The Market Place; hours and dress codes vary by venue.
Complimentary Wi‑Fi is listed as a property amenity and is also included among some resort-fee benefits.
John Wayne Airport (SNA) is the closest, about a 35-minute drive; the hotel does not provide scheduled airport shuttle service.
On-site parking is primarily valet and is available for a nightly fee; some third-party listings also note self-parking options—check with the hotel for current details.
Yes, dogs and cats are permitted (maximum two per accommodation) for an additional fee; pets are not allowed in the Club Lounge except to access guestrooms.
The mandatory daily resort fee covers amenities such as beach access with loungers and towels, fitness center and yoga/Pilates classes, business center access, concierge services, spa access and Wi‑Fi; specific inclusions may vary.
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