Luxury Healing Hotels The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
One Ritz-Carlton Drive, Dana Point, CA 92629, United States
HOTEL OVERVIEW
Honestly, I wasn’t expecting much when I first pulled up to The Ritz-Carlton in Laguna Niguel – I mean, you’ve seen one luxury hotel, you’ve seen them all, right? But the moment you wind up that dramatic clifftop drive and see this Mediterranean-style resort perched 150 feet above the Pacific, you sort of get why people make such a big deal about this place. The valet greeting was seamless (and trust me, I’ve dealt with some attitude at these fancy spots), but what really got me was stepping into that lobby and seeing the ocean stretching endlessly through those floor-to-ceiling windows.
What actually sets this place apart isn’t just the obvious stuff – though yeah, waking up to whales migrating past your balcony in winter is pretty incredible. It’s the details that someone who’s stayed here multiple times notices. The concierge team genuinely knows the area; they’ll steer you toward the hidden tide pools at Salt Creek Beach instead of the tourist-packed main strand, or tell you about the quiet hiking trails in Aliso and Wood Canyons where you won’t fight crowds for parking. The spa here is legitimately good – I’m usually skeptical of hotel spas, but their oceanfront treatment rooms with the sound of waves below actually made me forget I was paying resort prices for everything. And you know what surprised me? The food. Raya restaurant’s menu changes seasonally, but their fish is consistently fresh (they work with local Dana Point fishermen), and sitting on that terrace during sunset… well, it’s one of those moments that makes you understand why people splurge on places like this.
Here’s the thing though – this isn’t one of those stuffy, whisper-in-the-hallways kind of luxury hotels. Families feel comfortable here, the staff actually smiles without looking like they’re being held hostage, and the pools (there are two) have enough space that you’re not fighting for loungers even during busy summer weekends. The beach access is real – not some rocky afterthought, but an actual path down to a gorgeous stretch of sand that feels semi-private because most people don’t know it’s there. Parking is valet-only, which sounds annoying but honestly works better given how the property is laid out on the bluff. The rooms have that fresh coastal vibe without going overboard on the nautical theme, and the beds are the kind you actually want to recreate at home. Sure, you’re paying premium prices – this is Dana Point, not Barstow – but with an 8.9 rating, it’s clear most people feel like they’re getting their money’s worth. If you’re looking for that perfect California coastal escape where you can actually relax instead of constantly managing logistics, this place delivers on the promise.
HOTEL HIGHLIGHTS
Reviews
Staff: 8.4
Comfort: 9.3
Location: 9.3
Facilities: 9.0
Cleanliness: 8.9
Value for money: 7.5
Joe from United States
The Ritz property was beautiful and had great views of the ocean. The food was very good and the staff was very accomodating.
Jenny from United States
Everything was wonderful
Raymond from United States
It was good location
Mike from United States
Location and Service
Frank from United States
The location was superb
Jess from United States
Very clean and everyone friendly.
Natalia-marva from Canada
Location is fantastic.On thr Beach. Wonderful staff.
Steve from United States
We liked the hotel and the staff was very friendly.
Pedram from United Arab Emirates
it is in nice location but staff was rude we paid the stay in cash also left some amount for extras however when we ordered room service in middle of night they call us from Resturant that you don’t have credit and we are sending somebody to your room and you need to do the payment and I explained to them about extra cash that we left and they hang...
German from United States
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SURROUNDINGS
What's nearby:
- Heritage Park: 2.9 km
- La Plaza Park: 2.7 km
- Creekside Park: 4.4 km
- Sea Terrace Park: 1.9 km
- Ocean Breeze Park: 2.9 km
- Treasure Island Park: 2.9 km
- Dana Point Recreation: 4.3 km
- Doheny State Beach Interpreti: 4.1 km
- Harbor Point Conversation Park: 2.4 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Enosteak: 20 m
- Restaurant Beach Hut Deli: 300 m
- Restaurant The Ritz-Carlton: 200 m
Top attractions:
- Heisler Park: 11 km
- Treasure Island Park Laguna Beach: 5 km
Natural beauty:
- Peak Niguel Hill (280m): 6 km
- Lake Palisades Reservoir: 8 km
Beaches in the neighbourhood:
- Baby Beach: 2.9 km
- 1000 Steps Beach: 3.1 km
- Dana Strand Beach: 400 m
- Doheny State Beach: 3.9 km
- Salt Creek Beach Park: 20 m
Public transport:
- Train San Clemente: 10 km
- Train San Juan Capistrano: 8 km
Closest airports:
- John Wayne Airport: 32 km
- Long Beach Airport: 62 km
- Fullerton Municipal Airport: 58 km
ROOMS
- King or Double Room with Garden View with 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 3 adults, 2 children
- King or Double Room with Ocean View with 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
- Club Level King or Double Room with Garden View with 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
- Double Room with Two Double Beds with Garden View with 1 double bed and 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
- Limited View King Room with 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 3 children
- King or Double Room with Coastline View with 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
- King or Double Room - Fireside Garden with 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
- King or Double Room - Fireside Ocean with 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
- Garden View, Guest room, 1 King, Balcony (Mobility Accessible w/ Tub) with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
- Pool-Garden View, Guest room, 2 Double, Garden view (Mobility Accessible w/ Tub) with 2 double beds for 2 adults, 1 child
- Ocean View, Guest room, 1 King or 2 Double, Ocean view (Mobility Accessible w/ Tub) with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
- Executive Suite, 1 King, Sofa bed, Garden view (Mobility Accessible w/ Tub) for 2 adults, 1 child
- Garden View, Guest room, 1 King, Balcony (Mobility Accessible w/ Roll-in Shower) with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
- Pool-Garden View, Guest room, 2 Double, Garden view (Mobility Accessible w/ Roll-in Shower) with 2 double beds for 2 adults, 1 child
- Double Room with Pool-Garden View - Hearing Accessible with 2 double beds for 2 adults, 1 child
- King Room with Garden View and Balcony - Mobility Accessible with Roll-In Shower with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
- Double Room with Pool-Garden View - Mobility Accessible with Tub with 2 double beds for 2 adults, 1 child
- King Room with Garden View and Balcony - Hearing Accessible with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
- King Room with Garden View and Balcony - Mobility Accessible with Tub with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
- Double Room with Pool-Garden View - Mobility Accessible with Roll-In Shower with 2 double beds for 2 adults, 1 child
- Pool-Garden View, Guest room, 2 Double, Garden view (Hearing Accessible) with 2 large double beds for 2 adults, 1 child
- Garden View, Guest room, 1 King, Balcony (Hearing Accessible) with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
- Garden View, Guest room, 1 King, Balcony (Mobility Accessible w/ Tub) with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
- Pool-Garden View, Guest room, 2 Double, Garden view (Mobility Accessible w/ Tub) with 2 double beds for 2 adults, 1 child
- Ocean View, Guest room, 1 King or 2 Double, Ocean view (Mobility Accessible w/ Tub) with 1 extra-large double bed and 1 large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
- Garden View, Guest room, 1 King, Balcony (Mobility Accessible w/ Roll-in Shower) with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
- Pool-Garden View, Guest room, 2 Double, Garden view (Mobility Accessible w/ Roll-in Shower) with 2 double beds for 2 adults, 1 child
FACILITIES
General:
- Shuttle service Additional charge
- Pet bowls
- Pet basket
- Minimarket on site
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Car hire
- Lift
- Family rooms
- Barber/beauty shop
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
Outdoors:
- Outdoor fireplace
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Sun terrace
- Terrace
- Garden
Wellness:
- Fitness classes
- Yoga classes
- Fitness
- Spa/wellness packages
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Steam room
- Spa facilities
- Body scrub
- Hair styling
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Make up services
- Facial treatments
- Beauty Services
- Sun umbrellas
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Massage Additional charge
- Spa and wellness centre Additional charge
- Fitness centre
- Sauna
Activities:
- Bicycle rental
- Beach
- Tennis equipment
- Snorkelling Additional charge Off-site
- Hiking Off-site
- Table tennis
- Children's playground
- Golf course (within 3 km) Additional charge
- Tennis court
Food & Drink:
- Wine/champagne Additional charge
- Kid meals Additional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Restaurant
Accessibility:
- Emergency cord in bathroom
- Lower bathroom sink
- Higher level toilet
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
Languages spoken:
- German
- English
- Dutch
Cleaning services:
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing service Additional charge
- Dry cleaning Additional charge
- Laundry Additional charge
Safety & security:
- Key card access
- Safety deposit box
Reception services:
- Concierge service
- ATM/cash machine on site
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
Business facilities:
- Fax/photocopying
- Business centre
- Meeting/banquet facilities Additional charge
Great for your stay:
- Restaurant
- Parking
- Spa and wellness centre
- Pets allowed
- WiFi available in all areas
- Fitness centre
- Family rooms
- Shuttle service
- Room service
- Facilities for disabled guests
Entertainment and family services:
- Kids' outdoor play equipment
2 swimming pools Pool 1 - outdoor Free! Pool 2 - outdoor Free!:
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Pool/beach towels
- Pool bar
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Sun umbrellas
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Pool/beach towels
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Sun umbrellas
Parking Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs U S$70 per day.:
- Electric vehicle charging station
HOUSE RULES
Pets:
- Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Groups:
- When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Check-in:
- From 16:00 to 00:00
- Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out:
- Until 11:00
Age restriction:
- The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
HOTEL ADDRESS
One Ritz-Carlton Drive, Dana Point, CA 92629, United States
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