Cannot say enough good things!! Wow wow wow…read morePricey but worth it If you're looking for kick back and listen to waves on a beautiful Cliff over looking the ocean here it is !

WOW! "Come for the view, stay for the experience" is one of the mottos for this GORGEOUS retreat…read more Another, more simple motto for this property: "BREATHE". Established in 1953, the Beachcomber in is quintessential California bungalow motor hotel. It's unique placement on a San Clemente bluff, with panoramic views of the pier and coast are nothing short of stunning. The rooms have full kitchens, king beds, sofa beds and patios with Adirondack chairs, in case being inside, staring through an enormous picture window just doesn't cut it. The staff obviously knows what a special property this is and there is great pride in the presentation and up keep of the grounds. Friendly, welcoming faces morning, noon and night. Because this is a vintage property, maintaining its original build and charm, it does not conform to modern accessibility requirements. Some may find the rooms small compared to modern, chain hotels, but I found everything cozy, comfortable and - dare I say - sumptuous! Given the hospitality of the staff, I'm sure they would do all they could to accommodate any guest. In addition to the amazing evening sunset views of the Pacific, a plus for me, was the Amtrak Surfliner passing through, down below the bluff. Paul Simon may sing, 'Everybody loves the sound of a train in the distance', but I love the sound of a train close by! I find it very soothing and romantic. After the sun has set, it's time to gather around the large fire pit for easy conversations with fellow guests, maybe while you wait for your steaks to grill on one of their guest use BBQs. A lovely, relaxing way to ease into the night. We forced ourselves to leave the property and stretch our legs, walk the pier and roam the shops of nearby Avenida Victoria. But for REAL shopping in San Clemente, we took advantage of the free hop on/hop off trolley that runs seasonally and weekends(see separate review) that picks up just below the Beachcomber, at the San Clemente train stop. Weleft our car parked in our allotted parking space (1 parking space for those staying in Villas #1-12). Really, Beachcomber had everything we needed to settle in for a few nights and, yes, just "BREATHE". Cheers! "CC"

This B&B blew my expectations clear out of the water. Single-handedly one of the nicest, most…read moreeasy-going vacation spots I have had the pleasure of staying in. Lovely Freda doesn't let up for a moment regarding hospitality. From her quaint and airy abode, to her incredible genuinely out-of-this-world cooking - there is no question whatsoever that I will be back at the Always Inn the next time I am in San Clemente. A wonderful experience, amplified by the incredible food from Freda herself. Couldn't recommend enough.

I stay here when visiting my son and his family in San Clemente. I've stayed at many B and B'a…read moreover the years. None have the perfect combination of fabulous location, amenities including an individual patio for each room, a hostess/owner Freda who can and for me pulled a rabbit out of a hat when a planned family event derailed and Freda learning of the problem jumped in at the last minute to organize a better alternative. I so enjoy returning and while here , I look forward to beginning my day with a fabulous varied breakfast and being greeted by this fabulous caring extraordinary B and B owner, Freda.

Such a unique and personalized stay! Every little detail is covered from the fulfillment of a…read morepersonalized request during the pre-check text less than a week before to offering soothing bath salts to my wife for the large jacuzzi bath free of charge when we were asked how the room was shortly after check-in by the sweet front desk attendant Leslie while being handed complimentary champagne. Leslie also informed us of the complimentary bikes to use if we wanted to explore the town and how we were just in time to enjoy the complimentary wine and cheese from 4-5:30 in the common area. We grabbed our free bubbly, the vanilla bath salts for my wife to enjoy later, and proceeded to enjoy the cheese and assorted treats on the outdoor patio overlooking Dana Point. No better way to unwind! Pro tip: NEVER EVER SKIP THE FRESH BAKED COOKIES! The property is the perfect size to remain quaint like a bed and breakfast but big enough that you don't feel obligated to know each person coming and going. I would admit being in our mid 40's, we were on the younger side of guests during our stay, but this was a welcome surprise for us as we were looking for a quiet getaway for the evening for our 9 year wedding anniversary. The room was 212 which is an ADA accessible room but this I believe was provided at the special request of having a bathtub for my wife who values her baths on her getaways! The room faces the parking lot but this is a small sacrifice for what the true payoff was which was the special request... The giant jacuzzi tub which did not disappoint. It was large enough to fit two adults (not that we tried or anything *wink wink). The jets worked great and my wife raved about them. The room came with luxurious robes and slippers and all bath products were either local or unique brand. The room also came with a fireplace that was gas which started with the flip of a light switch. Another beautiful touch. It is always hard to find a bed that is comfortable enough while away from home as we are spoiled by our sleep number at home but this bed did the trick (which most chain or corporate hotels cannot accomplish!). The linens were soft and the room came with extra pillows and blankets on hand without having to ask for more. The complementary breakfast buffet in the morning was not your standard spread. It felt more refined and focused on the details. It was not your scrambled eggs from powder. It was two sunny side up eggs cooked to perfection. It wasn't generic underripe fruit, it was perfectly ripe fruit with an assortment of sides. My wife raved about the yogurt and toppings as did I about the oatmeal and toppings. Overall this could not have been a better short 1 night getaway for my wife and I to enjoy away from the hectic everyday life. It truly felt like we slowed down time and the blue lantern Inn accomplished all we needed in having a successful start to our anniversary celebrations.

Location, Location, Location. Dana Point Lantern District!…read moreStaff was friendly. Sisters - Given the price of the stay - Breakfast and evening apéro need some effort to stand out from a Hampton Inn. Blackout curtains for rooms facing east would be a welcome addition.

4.5 stars We've been coming to Sea Horse Resort for years…read moreand have stayed in various rooms, but our most recent stay in Room 5A was the best yet. The views are simply unparalleled -- nearly panoramic and absolutely stunning. The accommodations are comfortable and clean, exactly what you need for a great beach trip. Room 5A is a gem -- no elevator or modern extras, but the breathtaking views more than make up for it. It's an older property and the exterior shows it, but that's part of its charm. For a classic, relaxed beach getaway, the location and scenery are simply unbeatable. We'll always request this room.

This is the second time we have stayed at the seahorse and both times were amazing…read more The rooms were clean and bright. Great location overlooking the pier, which was exactly what we were looking for. Staff were friendly, professional, and helpful. We got a great recommendation for pizza at Sonny's, which was amazing. We were celebrating our anniversary and the seahorse was the perfect place to do it. Thank you.

Wonderful location however the property is dated and needs plumbing repairs…read more I had a reservation for two nights The room was cute and comfortable but not private to say the least. Lights on in patio all night! Sewage smell from the water in sink and shower. Rodent visitor this am! I'm outta here

This hotel was so so great to stay in for a few days this past week. Very clean, updated and…read moreamazing view of the pier! plenty of towels and use of the outside area. It is very open though so people aren't very mindful of the always open curtains around them hah. Maybe install window tint for you cannot see into the windows. We will definitely stay again, it is getting 4 stars because they could us better blackout curtains, the room we had was right on the balcony with the bright lights on all night so it was so so bright. Other than that great stay at the San Clemente Pier. ** not sure why there are so many harsh reviews- if you're looking for Hyatt or Ritz standards- then book at those places. This is a tiny beach town with everything in walking distance- get outside and enjoy it!

The person checking us in was so pleasant. Both the room and the outside of the property were…read morespotless. We definitely recommend this inn and will certainly stay here again.

This little place is incredible! Quite frankly, simple as it gets and incredibly welcoming. The…read moreway that a beach town inn should be. Nothing flashy. Just the way I love it. The staff is top notch. The balconies are perfect for a morning read, a glass of juice and of course a donut from Surfside Donuts, located right across the street.

A last minute trip! The room was fine and clean. The bed was comfortable! Wish we got an upgrade…read morebut they were packed. A nice breakfast the next morning. Definitely stay here again especially when not packed!

Noisy. Not well maintained. It's hard to sleep when we can…read morehear what's going on in rooms above and next to us. The fitness room did not have the stairmaster as advertised and the treadmill only goes at one slow speed. The breakfast room is tiny so gets overcrowded. The coffee machine malfunctions and is slow even when it works. We had to wait more than an hour to get into our room on check in. And despite the name, this is not on or near the beach.

We stayed at the Laguna Cliffs Marriott resort in July 2026 during plumbing work on our house. We…read moreare locals and know the area well. The resort was under major construction at this time and yet we still had a great experience. Resort offers valet and self-parking options. The self-parking is easy as you trade in your ticket for a reusable check-in/check-out card, which makes it easy. They felt a little understaffed for the weekend, but still kept the resort clean. Food took longer than it should and service took longer than it should but food was very good and service was excellent when it happened. Our room was clean and modern and gorgeous. A typical Marriott bed, so a great sleep experience. Air conditioning had the best self-control of any hotel. We've stayed in in a while, which is fantastic. The shower is ample and high so tall people can do as well as small people and had great hot water and pressure. Front Desk also felt overwhelmed and doing the best they could, but it wasn't great in terms of times we had to wait. Overall, we had a surprising stay in an area we've lived in for decades, and will definitely rebook for staycations in the future!

stay away from this construction zone. Booked on Internet. pictures looked great…read more showed up and under construction. Rude gentlemen at front desk also. Stay away until construction is finished

Nice hotel about a mile from downtown San Clemente. My brother and I decided to walk instead of…read moretaking Uber and it wasn't bad. Rooms were clean and they do serve a breakfast for free. Waffles, egg sandwiches, fruit and a few other items. Prices are very reasonable compared to the hotels near the pier. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend this place to anyone.

First of all, the price was right, and it allowed us to stay in town for a wedding and then enjoy…read moresome beach time the next morning instead of driving home. I am grateful for that. I will say that this felt like a motel, especially since we were in the first floor, near the parking lot, so if you can, request a second floor room. I didn't feel comfortable opening the curtains where we were. Also, I didn't realize that this was pet friendly lodging, so that explains the scratched up furniture, the vinyl floors that felt a little sticky, and the cheap bedding. I get that they wouldn't want to invest in nicer things if it might get trashed by a dog that hung out all day at the beach. They had free parking, and we were able to walk to get great coffee and then a little farther to get pastries. It was bumped up from a 2 star place to 3 due to price and proximity.

This is a 3 to 4 star review for the Best Western Plus Marina Shores in Dana Point, California. The…read morehotel itself is older and on a busy road. We went here as locals during some very hot summer nights when we needed air-conditioning! In terms of location, yes, it is on a busy road, but it is also within easy walking distance to a lot of Dana Point's main attractions, including the Harbor, Del Prado Street, and a lot of restaurants and coffee shops. Comfort-wise the bed was very comfortable and the room was as clean as it could be for an older model hotel. The bathtubs still have twist knibe on the wall for Jacuzzi tub settings, the carpet is older, and the toiletry products are nothing special. Service was excellent with very polite and very efficient Front Desk staff! There is parking attached behind the hotel although spaces are limited and it does cost a per night fee. There is a fairly ample breakfast bar with a waffle station, and they even had gluten-free options, which was impressive. Overall, especially for a staycation or trying not to spend luxury resort prices in a very popular area, we enjoyed our stay as it served our purposes, and we will keep it in mind for the future.

This time, my family took a trip to Dana Point over the 4th of July holiday weekend…read more I heard that one of my brothers had booked our hotel in advance, and this was the place we stayed. He reserved a suite, so it had a separate living room and a very spacious bedroom. The bathroom also featured a whirlpool bathtub. Lately, I've been completely hooked on the FIFA World Cup, so as soon as we arrived on Friday, July 3rd, I had a great time watching the Argentina vs. Cabo Verde match. The suite had two TVs--one in the living room and another in the bedroom--which made it very convenient and comfortable to watch the game. Breakfast was included with our stay, so we enjoyed breakfast every morning on the first floor during our two-night stay. The breakfast selection was quite good, including waffles, bagels, donuts, sliced bread, scrambled eggs, fried eggs, yogurt, and a variety of coffee options such as mocha, latte, espresso, regular coffee, and decaf coffee. While we were having breakfast, I noticed there wasn't any cream cheese for the bagels. I asked one of the staff members who was restocking the breakfast items, and both the male and female staff members were incredibly friendly and quickly brought some out for us. We really appreciated their excellent service, and my mom left them a tip afterward. Those were the highlights of our stay, but there were also a few things that could have been better. First, as soon as we checked into our room, there was a strange smell inside. Because of that, we kept the balcony door and the windows open most of the time to air the room out. Second, after checking in on July 3rd, we naturally expected our room to be cleaned the following day. Before leaving in the morning to enjoy the recreational activities around Dana Point, my mom even left a $10 tip in the room for housekeeping. However, when we returned that afternoon, the room hadn't been cleaned at all. My brother called the front desk, and they told us there was no housekeeping service on the 4th of July because it was a holiday. We've stayed at many hotels while traveling over holiday weekends, but this was the first time we'd ever been told that there was no housekeeping because it was Independence Day. Later that afternoon, before heading out again to ride the local trolley, I asked another front desk employee about the housekeeping service. Instead of saying there was no housekeeping because of the holiday, the employee asked for our room number and then asked whether we had requested housekeeping that morning. I explained that we hadn't requested it in the morning but had called about an hour earlier, and the room still hadn't been serviced. The employee told us they could at least replace our towels, so we thanked them. As a result, we ended up sleeping for two nights on the same bed without the sheets ever being changed. Another issue I noticed was that the bathroom exhaust fan vent was extremely dirty. Most guests probably wouldn't notice it unless they looked closely, but it stood out to me right away. I felt it was worth mentioning. Those were the two main disappointments during our stay. On the positive side, the hotel's location was absolutely fantastic. Dana Point Harbor Beach was only about a five-minute walk away, making it incredibly easy to get to the beach. Directly across the street, there were plenty of restaurants and shops, including Starbucks, McDonald's, pizza places, Thai restaurants, and many other dining options. The location truly couldn't have been better. I later heard that my brother had considered booking a Marriott or another hotel, but he ultimately chose this one because it offered a spacious suite and was the closest hotel to the beach. Last year in May, we stayed at Murrieta Hot Springs. Although it was quite expensive at around $1,000 per night, the hotel was exceptionally clean, housekeeping was provided even during the holiday, and both the views and overall atmosphere were outstanding. This hotel's location was truly excellent, but I do wish the housekeeping and overall cleanliness had been better. That said, every staff member we encountered was friendly and welcoming, which definitely left us with a positive impression. cf) Parking is $25 per night at this hotel.