The hype
Guests love the renovated rooms and the views, but consistently complain about thin walls and the 'nickel-and-dime' feel of the fees.
Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa
$350-550/ nuit
Réservez si You want a family-friendly Marriott resort experience with killer ocean views but don't mind being a steep walk away from the actual sand.
Pourquoi les gens l'adorent
- Stunning blufftop views of Dana Point Harbor and the Pacific
- Two distinct pool areas (one for chaos/kids, one for relative quiet)
- Walkable to Dana Point Harbor's shops and restaurants
En bref : It’s a conference hotel in a spectacular location that charges five-star prices for a four-star experience.
Évalué par @itssandraanderson: I checked into Laguna Cliffs and the coastal vibes are immaculate. The room is super spacious with a cozy living area, but my favorite part is definitely the balcony. Waking up to that ocean breeze and sunshine is exactly the recharge I needed.
Ce que les clients qui ont séjourné ici ont dit
Reality check
The 'Resort View' often means 'Splash Zone View'—if you want quiet, you need to be specific or book Ocean View.
- You are a Marriott Bonvoy loyalist using points
- You have kids who will spend all day at the Splash Zone
- You are attending a wedding or conference on-site
Propreté et entretien
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- Housekeeping: Generally reliable daily service, though some reports of missed days during peak occupancy.
- Bathroom hygiene: Renovated bathrooms are clean, but watch for ants in ground floor units.
- Maintenance: Recent renovation means fixtures are new, but thin walls and plumbing noise persist.
- Linens & towels: Standard Marriott quality—crisp, white, and plentiful.
- Odors & scents: Lobby smells like the signature Marriott 'Attune' scent; rooms are generally fresh.
Sleepability™
6.5MODÉRÉ
0-4BRUYANT
4-7.5MODÉRÉ
7.5-10SILENCIEUX
- Thin walls (can hear neighbors talking/TV)
- Hallway noise from late-night wedding guests
- Splash zone noise for pool-facing rooms
Avant de réserver
Bon à savoir
- No free coffee in the lobby—you'll pay resort prices at the on-site cafe
- The walk to the harbor is downhill, but the walk back is a workout
- Valet is $60, but self-parking is still a steep $52—might as well valet
Quoi emporter
- Walking shoes for the steep hill to the beach
- White noise machine to drown out hallway chatter
- Wetsuit if you plan to surf Doheny (water is chilly)
Génie des chambres
Meilleurs choix
- Ocean View rooms on upper floors (worth the upgrade for the sunset alone)
- Del Mar building for slightly more seclusion away from the main splash zone
Chambres à éviter
- Ground floor rooms (patios lack privacy and face walkways)
- Resort View rooms near the Splash Zone if you don't have kids
Génie de demande de chambre – copier & coller
“I am a light sleeper and would appreciate a room on a high floor, away from the elevator and the Splash Zone pool. An Ocean View is preferred if available.”
FAQ et astuces cachées
Tout ce que vous voulez vraiment savoir avant de réserver.
Is the hotel directly on the beach?
No. It sits on a high bluff. You have to walk about 10-15 minutes down a steep hill to reach Doheny State Beach.
Is the pool heated?
Yes, both the Del Mar pool and the Splash Zone pool are heated year-round.
Does the resort fee cover parking?
No. The ~$39 resort fee covers wifi and towels; parking is an additional ~$52 (self) or ~$60 (valet) per night.
Is there a shuttle to the beach?
No dedicated hotel shuttle to the sand, though the Dana Point Trolley stops nearby during summer months.
Can I use the spa without a treatment?
Generally no, day passes are sometimes available via ResortPass but access is usually reserved for treatment guests.
Is it pet friendly?
Yes, but it's pricey: $150 non-refundable cleaning fee plus $20 per night.
Conseils d'initiés
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Walk to the Lantern District (10 mins) for better/cheaper food than the hotel
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The 'Resort View' can sometimes just mean looking at a roof or a walkway—check your assignment on the app
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Join the 'Dana Point Trolley' in summer for free rides around town to avoid moving your car
5 choses à savoir avant de partir
💡The 'Splash Zone' is a magnet for screaming kids—great if you have them, hell if you don't
💡You can hear the plumbing from the room above you
💡The 'partial ocean view' is often 90% building, 10% water
💡There is no dedicated club lounge for elites (it was closed/repurposed)
💡The ants. Recent reviews mention ant issues in some ground-floor rooms.
Guide local
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