The Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel
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About this property
The Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel is a five-star Marriott property located in Dana Point, California, overlooking Monarch Beach. The resort features 396 guestrooms, including 29 suites, positioned within a 4-minute drive of Dana Point Harbor and close to some of Southern California's most renowned coastal attractions.
Each of the 396 guestrooms includes a pillowtop bed dressed in Egyptian cotton sheets, a refrigerator, and a Smart television. Private furnished balconies or patios provide ocean views and outdoor space. Complimentary wired internet keeps guests connected, while cable programming and designer toiletries in private bathrooms round out the accommodations. Guests have rated room comfort at 4.2 out of 5.
The resort offers five on-site restaurants and lounges, including RAYA, along with two bars and a poolside bar serving refreshing drinks. A coffee shop and café provide additional casual dining, and 24-hour room service is available for in-room meals. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served daily from 7 AM to 11 AM for an additional charge.
Recreational and wellness facilities span two outdoor pools, outdoor tennis courts, and a full-service spa offering massages, body treatments, and facials. A sauna, hair salon, and concierge services support guest comfort. The property also features a business center with over 26,000 square feet of conference and meeting space, a fitness center, and additional activities including yoga classes, pilates instruction, and supervised childcare available for a surcharge.
The location benefits from a 4.8 out of 5 guest location rating. The property sits 2.7 miles from Doheny State Beach and 9 minutes from Mission San Juan Capistrano. Nearby outdoor recreation includes hiking and biking trails, kayaking, sailing, surfing, snorkeling, and ecotours. Monarch Beach Golf Links is within the immediate area, and the Irvine Spectrum Center lies 15.6 miles away.
Check-in is available from 4:00 PM to midnight, with check-out at 11:00 AM. The property welcomes pets—up to two dogs or cats per room—and accommodates service animals at no additional charge. An electric car charging station is available on-site, and the resort maintains comprehensive sustainability practices including LED lighting, water-efficient showers, and a robust recycling program.
Location & nearby attractions
Salt Creek Beach - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Monarch Beach Golf Links - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Dana Strands Beach - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Dana Point Preserve - 2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Ocean Institute - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Dana Cove Park - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Salt Creek Beach Park - 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Baby Beach - 3.2 km / 2 mi
Lantern Bay County Park - 3.3 km / 2.1 mi
Dana Point Harbor - 3.7 km / 2.3 mi
Thousand Steps Beach - 3.7 km / 2.3 mi
Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas - 3.7 km / 2.3 mi
Mission Hospital Laguna Beach - 4.1 km / 2.6 mi
Doheny State Beach - 4.4 km / 2.7 mi
Table Rock Beach - 4.6 km / 2.8 mi
The preferred airport for The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel is John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 40.6 km / 25.3 mi
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Amenities & features
Getting here
Check-in & check-out
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Pet policy
- Pets allowed
- Only dogs and cats are allowed
- Maximum number of pets per room 2
- Service animals are allowed
- Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
- Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Fees & policies
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- Resort fee: USD 60.00 per accommodation, per night
- Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 18 to 64 per person
- Self parking fee: USD 75 per night
- Valet parking fee: USD 70 per day (in/out privileges)
- Pet fee: USD 350.00 per accommodation, per stay
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.0 per night<
Know before you go
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).