Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club  

Perched on a seaside bluff in Dana Point’s Monarch Beach area, this Five Diamond-rated oceanfront resort sits on 175 acres with sweeping Pacific views. It’s minutes from Monarch Beach Golf Links, Salt Creek Beach and Dana Point Harbor — ideal for beach days, golf outings and coastal exploration.

Rooms lean beach-house chic with private balconies or patios, Smart TVs, minibars, down comforters and premium bedding. Bathrooms feature separate showers and deep soaking tubs with designer toiletries. The transformed lobby centers on unobstructed ocean views and wide-plank floors with sea-glass blue accents for a relaxed, upscale vibe. Pet-friendly and family-friendly touches include babysitting (surcharge) and lots of outdoor space for kids.

Three outdoor pools, a luxury spa offering massages and facials, and a private Monarch Bay Beach Club accessed by tram set the tone for downtime. Wake up to sea-breeze mornings, grab bikes for self-guided local rides, or tee off with preferred green fees at the oceanfront golf links. Daily resort charge covers fitness classes, beach host service with towels/chairs/umbrellas, beach games, tennis court access, beach shuttles, laundering of workout gear, digital newspapers and complimentary Wi‑Fi — all practical perks that keep days seamless.

A full business center and an expansive events footprint — roughly 120,203 sq ft with 34 meeting rooms and a conference center — make this a serious option for meetings and corporate retreats. Fast, reliable Wi‑Fi, concierge support and 24-hour front desk service keep work running smoothly.

On-site restaurants serve California cuisine with fresh, regional flavors. Sip cocktails at the beach bar or poolside bar, explore any of five lounges, or order 24-hour room service. Full breakfasts are available daily for a fee, and resort menus lean into coastal, locally inspired ingredients.