Is parking available at the property?

Self parking is available on-site for a fee of USD 15.00 per night. Please note that parking is limited and a reservation may be required.

What type of breakfast is offered?

A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at the property?

Pets are allowed at the property with a maximum pet fee of USD 20 per accommodation, per night. A pet deposit of USD 50 per stay is also required. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee, subject to availability. Guests planning to arrive after 8:30 PM should contact the property in advance.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including accessible public areas and facilities. There are elevators and step-free entrances available.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located steps from Dana Point Harbor and is a 14-minute walk from Doheny State Beach. It is approximately 2.6 miles from Salt Creek Beach and 4.6 miles from Mission San Juan Capistrano.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, the property features an outdoor heated pool, operational seasonally. Guests can enjoy the pool during designated hours.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Up to 3 children aged 12 years and younger can stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

The property does not specify the availability of extra beds or cribs. It is recommended to contact the property directly for specific requests regarding additional sleeping arrangements.

Dana Point Marina Inn Hotel in Dana Point

Average nightly price at Dana Point Marina Inn by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$107
February	US$104
March	US$123
April	US$104
May	US$124
June	US$147
July	US$174
August	US$142
September	US$175
October	US$119
November	US$112
December	US$104

What guests think

Across many reviews, Dana Point Marina Inn earns praise for its unbeatable harbor-front location and consistently friendly staff, while repeated complaints cite dated, worn rooms with maintenance problems, inconsistent cleanliness, and limited upkeep ahead of a planned redevelopment.

Some appreciate spacious rooms, pet-friendly policies, and occasional early check-in or upgrades. Common drawbacks include thin walls, loud AC, an aging elevator, sporadic housekeeping, basic or uneven breakfast, and a daily parking fee. There is a pool and hot tub, though the pool temperature is sometimes reported as cool. Expect a simple, location-first stay with modest comforts.

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Facilities

Pool and hot tub on site; guests like the jacuzzi but say the pool can be cold. Parking is paid, the elevator feels dated, and the property is pet-friendly.

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Jeff

28 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great Location , good hot tub , nice breakfast , friendly staff 👍

8

Sandra

31 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Pluses: The staff: Christine at the front desk was wonderful. She helped with a room issue (the blackout curtains would not close) and immediately sent a professional young handyman (I can't remember his name) to fix it. Without her consideration, we would have been awakened at 6 AM each morning by the sun. She also issued a small credit towards parking without us even asking for it. She understands customer service. We would stay at the hotel again based on this alone. The Jacuzzi: Heated well The free breakfast: Good number of hot and cold choices Minuses: The wall unit AC: So loud it could wake the dead! The pool: Far too cold for actual swimming. We were at the hotel for two hot days and only saw 2 children in it. Another guest said she was told the pool was heated to 81 degrees, but there was simply no way that was the case. The pool was probably the biggest disappointment of our stay as we always book hotels based on having both a swimmable pool and a jacuzzi once we select a location. *Overall, this was a pleasant stay due to the staff and the excellent location. There were beaches in walking distance, and we were just a few blocks from the Ocean Institute, where we got information on the tide levels for the day and then did the beach trek to Pirate's Cove.

8

john

25 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This hotel is in a great location if you like to walk. There are places to walk along the marina area, to Doheny State Park, Dana Cliff's area and to local restaurants. The hotel charged $15 per night parking which as worth it since there are jo other options. The hotel Is older but the standard king I had was roomy and had a lot of areas to store things. The walls are thin so you can hear neighbors. The included breakfast was good. The hotelmis older and set for demolition sometime next year. The staff was accommodating and will stay again if the orice is right

8

Tishal

11 Nov 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Good location. Elevator acted like it wasnt going to work.

10

Mark

14 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I’ve stayed here a few times. The latest was another great stay. I got an early check in and upgraded to Harbor view. The room was clean and comfortable. The property has a great hot jacuzzi with strong jets. The pool is clean and 8 feet deep at one end.. continental breakfast also.

6

Scott

2 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Pet friendly

6

Terri

16 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It’s my understanding that this hotel is scheduled to be torn down so it looks like they’re doing the bare minimum to keep it up. However, you just can’t beat the location in the harbor and for that reason I would stay here again. Just be prepared to have to ask for towels at the hotel pool, which is actually quite nice and know that it’s pretty worn.

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Casey

14 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Hotel itself- old, outdated. Carpet torn/stained in rooms and halls. Smelled clean and did not turn out feet black but needs replacing. Pool- not heated, hot tub- not hot enough. Breakfast- only edible thing is waffles. Coffee terrible. They are going to tear down and rebuild so they aren’t doing improvements. The only nice thing was location to catch ferry to Catalina. Also- no conditioner provided. Staff very nice. They deserve to have a nicer place to work at. Bathroom in room only has pedestal sink so little to no room to put out toiletries/ flat iron. Also had to put my trash outside for them to pick up. There was mildew and missing silicone in bathroom and our sink didn’t drain. There was thick layer of dust on dryer on wall and my sheets were clean but discolored.

10

Radoslav

12 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good spot on the harbor. Close to everything, has Spa and a pool also. Clean and has parking for 15$

4

jeffrey

15 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The Marina inn continues to spiral downward. Now they even charge for parking

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is inconsistent, with frequent reports of stained carpets, mildew or mold, dust, and occasional pests, though some rooms are noted as clean. Daily housekeeping is limited; guests often request towels or handle trash themselves.

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Patty

16 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were very friendly but the hotel is very much extremely dirty. Bed sheets had makeup stains, loud AC unit that makes it difficult to sleep at night. And worst thing there was hair on the shower walls. This hotels really needs a makeover and new carpets as well

6

Maria

21 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I enjoy my time in Dana Point it seems as the years pass by the hotel needs some TLC and some minor detail prices are not cheap there what’s wrong with expecting the place to show some pride! The tub needs to be repainted and renovated, the paint on the doors are peeling, one of the linens closets needs knobs the fans they have in the rooms were all dirty full of dust and with lint! Two blinds were on the floor broken, no one came to my room for cleaning and they have a sign for tipping the house keeper! That didn’t make any sense to me. This place used to be really nice. I keep coming back because it’s so convenient on the waterfront but they’re losing their spark. It almost reminds me like if I’m spending the night at Motel that makes me sad. My door keys kept loosing the magnet to open the door this was frustrating and the door kept getting stuck! This time around I was so disappointed!😔

2

Amanda

28 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Room was absolutely disgusting. The ceiling was caving in there was mold growing on the ceiling tons of water damage. The back door didn’t lock it smelled like mildew extremely disappointed, especially for Dana point and the amount I paid.

10

rita

28 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

another GREAT vacay to this property! Staff and housekeeping is exceptionally efficient, helpful and friendly. The property is slightly dated fyi but *very clean, lots of good parking. nice rooms, comfy beds and fridge. Steps away from the marina and baby beach. A great place to relax!

2

Aaron

24 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff is incredible but that’s where the good stuff ends. Filthy rooms. Caked on dust on the cords and drapes. I get that this property will be torn down soon but either stop renting rooms or clean them. This property looks like a crack den.

4

Michael

25 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Location is good but the hotel is old & needs remodeling. Rooms are not clean &,feel dirty, Room smelt of mildew. Bathroom ventilation is appalling. HVAC is decades oldBreakfast Is included but awful. Dining room area is like a bad canteen. Will not stay at again nor recommend to anyone.

2

Daniel

18 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Moldy shower head, slept on floor due to hairs and stains all over bed, restroom had very little cleanliness and mirror had toothpaste strains.

2

Robert

5 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Small dirty and pool was lame

6

Kathyuska

18 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Rooms not very well kept. Stains on carpet and Shower was old and low water pressure. Just had a dirty feel to it.

2

Christie

16 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This place is a total dump. First the clerk had been smoking weed right before we arrived. I almost had a contact high from the smell. The rooms is filthy. Stains on curtains floors walls. We asked to switch rooms which they did. Wasn’t much better. It is a very old property with nothing upgraded. Faucets from 1970s. Just so smelly. Don’t stay here. Personally I want a refund.

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Rooms

Some rooms are spacious with balconies, but decor and fixtures are dated, noise carries through thin walls, and AC units can be loud; bed comfort varies.

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Jim

13 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Nice location. Room a bit tired. Comfortable bed and nice view of the harbor. Staff was very accommodating.

10

Laura

7 Sept 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

A perfect location, large rooms and pretty quiet. I was very happy.

8

Patricia

9 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The only thing I can say that could have been better. What we paid for the room (honeymoon suite ) The small couch the cushion was ripped and stuffing falling out. Plus stains all over the rug. Plus the couch was dirty .

6

jacquelynne

16 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I've stayed here a couple of times. This room was the worst one (223) No soap, 1/4 roll of toilet paper only, dingy linins, very noisy "air conditioner". Overall a shabby impression. They did have a very nice breakfast though.

8

john

25 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This hotel is in a great location if you like to walk. There are places to walk along the marina area, to Doheny State Park, Dana Cliff's area and to local restaurants. The hotel charged $15 per night parking which as worth it since there are jo other options. The hotel Is older but the standard king I had was roomy and had a lot of areas to store things. The walls are thin so you can hear neighbors. The included breakfast was good. The hotelmis older and set for demolition sometime next year. The staff was accommodating and will stay again if the orice is right

8

Eileen

30 Nov 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Very large room. Small increase in price for the Marina view was definitely a good choice. Comfortable bed. Furniture was very old and the bathroom fan really needed to be dusted. However, the rest of the room was clean. Price was very reasonable for the location.

6

Shivana

28 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

the property is in a great location. the staff is kind and available. the hotel is clean. I think the biggest Draw back is that it is an old outdated property and the quality of the comforts are low- bad shower head with low pressure, poor quality products, towels, linens, hard/crinkly mattress, etc. If they could at least update these aspects even in an older building, especially for the price, it would really enhance the experience.

6

Ludivina

5 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Location was great. AC was loud and there was a hole in the wall.

6

David

12 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Friendly staff. The building, our room and furnishings were dated and worn. View was not what I expected.

8

mellonie

21 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Walls are paper thin…..had to be moved to a quieter room. Otherwise I was satisfied

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Service

Staff are widely described as friendly, helpful, and accommodating, with early check-ins and issue resolution mentioned. A minority cite rude or unresponsive interactions.

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10

Nick

6 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Front desk staff was great great.

10

Carlton

10 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The front desk staff was AMAZING. They were accommodating to our requests and went out of their to find a solution.

8

Nancy

24 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great position across the road from harbour where quite a few restaurants were located. Hotel was old but very clean and well maintained. Receptionist was very friendly and helpful. All in all a great stay.

2

gerald

5 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

2 hours on the phone with Expedia on a prepaid stay at this hotel. Lady at front desk was extremely rude and not helpful at all. Phone calls to the hotel were not answered and phone rang continuously. G. Gillett

6

Julian

29 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good value but don’t expect much. the bathroom looked really dingy, room smelled musty, staff was great though.

2

Deborah

26 Feb 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Staff was horrible. Using a walker, hauled stuff to the far away room (after asking for one close in). Keyb didn’t work; called front desk and was told “we don’t provide that level of service” and refused to bring key. The maintenance staff walked by, and went to get the key. He was very friendly.

10

Ron

12 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The best hotel staff a business traveler could ask for!!!

10

Robert

11 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

A bit old and dated but very clean and neat. Excellent staff of friendly, helpful folk. Excellent location. Definitely recommend and will stay here again.

10

Brenda

7 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice hotel. Good location. Extended our stay with no difficulty. Staff very helpful.

2

Tiffany

17 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I accidentally booked the wrong dates as the trip was last minute and due to an emergency. When I realized I called the hotel to change the date. They said they could not change the dates and could not give me a refund- hotels.com had to. I called hotels.com and they said the hotel had to approve the refund. So I ended up having to pay for 2 nights at a hotel I never even went to. I will never use hotels.com to book and Dana point hotel staff was rude and dishonest and not somewhere I would ever recommend based on the service.

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Location

Waterfront setting in the harbor with easy walking to beaches, restaurants, Catalina Express, and local activities; a standout reason to stay.

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Chuck

6 Aug 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Nice spot in the Dana Point harbor. Walkable to many restaurants and convenience store

10

David

28 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great place great location

10

Tanya

5 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location, great price. Wonderful front desk staff. Sad that it will be torn down and replaced with a high priced new resort!

8

jacquelynne

21 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The location is excellent.

8

Kenneth

13 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Location

10

John

27 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location and very convenient to Catalina Express.

10

Elmer

9 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location

8

Lia

28 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location. Walkable to the beach, the harbor, restaurants, shopping.

10

Emma

8 Aug 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Very convenient, lovely staff and great value for money

10

Shaun

15 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Bed was comfortable, room was clean, staff nice. Free breakfast was good. Location close to Doheny State Beach.

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Dining

Included breakfast is basic and inconsistent—often carb-heavy with waffles and limited protein—though some guests find it good.

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Bonnie

16 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Keep in mind, this is a very dated hotel but very clean. Breakfast was great. Hot eggs/meat and everything you would find in a normal American breakfast. Location was our choice in choosing this hotel. Right on the harbor, walking distance to restaurants, shopping and attractions. Will definitely return.

10

Gail

16 Apr 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Very nice hotel for the location on the marina. No protein items for breakfast, no eggs or meat for gluten free allergies. Also, no microwave in the room to reheat food.

6

Alexandra

22 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We had a good stay overall. The sliding door to patio was broken and we could not sleep with open door to get fresh air. The curtains were also hanging bu a thread...... Was disappointed with the breakfast. Have stayed there before several times and had graleat breakfast with eggs and some kind of protein....... thus time around the only option was waffles, bagels, bread.......

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Brian

15 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The property was nice. My only complaint is the breakfast was subpar.

8

Patrick

2 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

breakfast is not what it was, quality has left. all carbs no protein

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julia

18 Apr 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

the location was excellent, but the hotel is pretty run down with stains in the carpet and knicks on the furniture. the morning breakfast was a joke unless you like waffles. the hotel is in some serious need of updating

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Casey

14 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Hotel itself- old, outdated. Carpet torn/stained in rooms and halls. Smelled clean and did not turn out feet black but needs replacing. Pool- not heated, hot tub- not hot enough. Breakfast- only edible thing is waffles. Coffee terrible. They are going to tear down and rebuild so they aren’t doing improvements. The only nice thing was location to catch ferry to Catalina. Also- no conditioner provided. Staff very nice. They deserve to have a nicer place to work at. Bathroom in room only has pedestal sink so little to no room to put out toiletries/ flat iron. Also had to put my trash outside for them to pick up. There was mildew and missing silicone in bathroom and our sink didn’t drain. There was thick layer of dust on dryer on wall and my sheets were clean but discolored.

8

Judy

19 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The front desk was very helpful and accommodating. Breakfast was great. We had a spacious marina view room that was nice. Hotel is old and scheduled to be replaced so it’s understandable certain repairs haven’t been done.

8

Andrew

14 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Good place. Nice pool but no towels (??). Decent breakfast,

10

DENNIS

9 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

GREAT LOCATION GOOD BREAKFAST, COURTEOUS STAFF

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Dana Point Marina Inn

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