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Reviews of Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

One Monarch Beach Resort, Dana Point, CA 92629, United States of America

#2 of 11 hotels in Dana Point

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 87 hotel reviews

9.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.4

  • Comfort

    9.5

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    9.3

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    7.9

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  • Reviewed: May 1, 2024

    10
    The resort has all the amenities we were looking for and customer service was an A+.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The price was a little on the expensive side.

    Great location. Eat on the deck and experienced a view of the pool area and ocean.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: March 4, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe King Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    They lost my car the first morning and the second night they took other cars before me when it was raining.

    overall great

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: February 16, 2024

    10
    An Amazing and relaxing get away
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Fireside Terrace King Room with Resort View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    For the price of the hotel I feel the sparkling water in the room should be complimentary (although they do provide complimentary bottled water). There were no wash cloths in the room. I also prefer softer 2 ply toilet paper.

    The staff were very friendly and accommodating. The food at the Bourbon Steakhouse was amazing! The staff were polite and friendly. The views and amenities on the property were great.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: January 21, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I think the staff is not on Par with the ritz as well as the montage in the competing area. The food quality was not as good as those other competitors.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 11, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Travelers with friends
    • One-Bedroom King Suite with Ocean View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The hotel was perfect and their service was good. Everything was upto the mark, It was a pleasant stay..

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 27, 2023

    10
    Exceptional and worthwhile.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room with Resort view
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The property is breathtaking, relaxing, very clean, and accommodating. You have access to the beach, landscape, gold course, various restaurants, and various stores.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 17, 2023

    9.0
    Enjoyed facility amenities and grounds but room condition disappointing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Room furniture somewhat broken down; balcony paint peeling….not aprpriate for room average at best.

    Did not have breakfast at the hotel; pricing out of line.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: August 14, 2023

    8.0
    Fun short get away
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Room with Resort view
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The food was not good No clean food choices in the restaurants

    Location Beach access

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: June 26, 2023

    9.0
    Amazing be back soon
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    N/a

    Amazing food and drinks 🥤

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: May 17, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    None

    Waldorf Astoria in Dana point, is an excellent choice for a couple's getaway! Me and my wife were celebrating 15 year wedding anniversary. From pulling into the main entrance, you are warmly greeting with a smile and excellent service. This property is very beautiful and we look forward to returning in the future!

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: March 26, 2023

    10
    Perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Everything

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: March 11, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Fireside Terrace King Room with Resort View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No breakfast buffet

    The view

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: February 2, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    When I went to the private beach house for lunch my guest and I were discriminated against.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: January 26, 2023

    8.0
    The stay was good because of the surroundings but restaurants and hotel pricey.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Didn’t like that minibar was not restocked at all during our 6 night stay. Also did not like the fact that bathroom products which are stated as free would be charged at $75 per bottle!!!! should you take them home even though they had been used throughout the 6 night stay. A new bottle in the uk is half that price.

    We only used the shop for breakfast. Our favourite place to eat was the beach club because of the view and menu. The tram team who drive to the beach were all very pleasant.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: November 7, 2022

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Room with Resort view
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The menu in room service is quite poor. It could have been more varied and interesting.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: October 3, 2022

    10
    such a luxurious getaway ****** resort
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Resort View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    the sprawling property, with luxurious and manicured grounds all which provide stunning vista views from any spot on the resort. it possesses the grand entrance, with its many richly decorated patios, club areas and members only areas. the room amenities are lush and luxurious with the newest technologies. The staff were amazing, attentive, helpful, polite, and most accommodating with requests. it’s is their staff that made my stay lovely and welcoming.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: June 18, 2022

    10
    Friendliness of the staff. I would hire some of those folks myself, especially at front desk.
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe King Room with Resort view
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The noise from the kids. But the again, they have their way these days. When I was growing we did not have ours.

    The convenience of the property was nice, especially since it was the end of our trip.

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: May 15, 2022

    10
    Breathtaking views, incredible service, luxurious accommodation s
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Premium King Guest Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    On our last day we had a late flight and were given an amenity pass for the day; however we were not permitted to use the Locker room/lounge without a same day spa reservation due to Covid issues. That was frustrating since we needed a place to change before our flight, had paid a daily resort fee, and paid hundreds of dollars to the spa the prior day for services.

    Beautiful hotel with a view of the ocean. The staff went out of their way to greet us by name. Great pool with plenty of lounge chairs.

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: May 9, 2022

    9.0
    Another fabulous weekend at the Waldorf Astoria!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We had one complaint - the valet parking ($60 per night) took an unacceptably long time (30 to 45 minutes) to retrieve our car. This happened repeatedly, including during quiet and slow periods. After we complained about the delay for the 3rd time, we asked for a refund of the valet charges. In true professional courtesy, they comped the valet charges for both nights of the Mother's Day weekend, and refunded $120 to our bill. Class act! We'll definitely be back!

    The location, facilities and staff are excellent. We have stayed here several times over the past few years for weekends and short (3 to 4 day) vacations, and we've never been disappointed. Pricey ($$$$), but worth every penny.

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: April 22, 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room with Resort view
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Excellent service and attention to the details. The resort is located in a beautiful location with access to the beach and offers many activities like golf, swimming, surfing, yoga classes, tennis courts, spa ...

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: March 22, 2022

    10
    for the first time post Covid we felt like we stayed in a luxury hotel! staff, accommodations, the hotel itself were 100
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Pool View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    very expensive

    Beautiful location, stunning views

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: December 15, 2021

    10
    I recommend this place, beautiful and confortable to stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything was excellent!!!!

    Stayed in December 2021

  • Reviewed: October 25, 2021

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room with Ocean View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    That my stay wasn't long enough. I wish I could have stayed a week. This resort feels like home

    Everything. It was a dream vacation.

    Stayed in October 2021

  • Reviewed: October 1, 2021

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • King Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The location and facilities were outstanding. Picture perfect setting and great views of the water. Couldn't have asked for a better hotel experience.

    Stayed in September 2021

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