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El Caminante Bar & Bungalows

4.0 star property
Motel with restaurant, near Dana Point Harbor

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Restaurant
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Beach nearby, white sand, sun loungers, beach umbrellas
Exterior
Exterior
VIP Access

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Guests liked:

Friendly staff

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Hiking/biking trails
Feel at home
  • Microwave
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Premium bedding
  • Bathrobes
The price is $224
includes taxes & fees
$204 per night
Dec 2 - Dec 3

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Patio

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Patio

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Presidential Suite

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
34862 Pacific Coast Hwy, Dana Point, CA, 92624

What's nearby

  • Capistrano Beach Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Doheny State Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Dana Point Harbor - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • The Coach House - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Salt Creek Beach Park - 7 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 27 min drive
  • San Juan Capistrano Depot - 11 min drive
  • San Clemente Pier Station - 14 min drive
  • Laguna Niguel Station - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A's Burgers - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Denny's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Kawamata Seafood - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sunsets Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk

About this property

El Caminante Bar & Bungalows

At El Caminante Bar & Bungalows, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Dana Point Harbor and Mission San Juan Capistrano. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the coffee shop/cafe, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Also, this motel is within a short drive of San Clemente Pier.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 28 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
  • Check-out time is 11 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
  • Free 24-hour offsite parking within 20 ft
  • Street parking available

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop

Traveling with children

  • Bodyboard on site

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Bodyboard on site
  • Beach nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Bodyboard on site

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Toilet grab bar height (inches): 33
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 47-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations

Special features

Dining

El Caminante Bar - Onsite café.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: USD 35.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee inclusions:
    • Additional inclusions
    • Beach access
    • Concierge service
    • In-room coffee

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10.00 to 25.00 per person

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Capistrano Seaside
Capistrano Seaside Dana Point
Capistrano Seaside Inn
Capistrano Seaside Inn Dana Point
Capistrano Seaside Hotel Capistrano Beach
El Caminante
El Caminante Bar Bungalows
El Caminante Bar & Bungalows Motel
El Caminante Bar & Bungalows Dana Point
El Caminante Bar & Bungalows Motel Dana Point

Frequently asked questions

Does El Caminante Bar & Bungalows offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, El Caminante Bar & Bungalows does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at El Caminante Bar & Bungalows?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at El Caminante Bar & Bungalows?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at El Caminante Bar & Bungalows?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at El Caminante Bar & Bungalows?
No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Casino San Clemente (4-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at El Caminante Bar & Bungalows and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like cycling and hiking.
Are there restaurants at or near El Caminante Bar & Bungalows?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, El Caminante Bar.
What's the area around El Caminante Bar & Bungalows like?
El Caminante Bar & Bungalows is a short 17-minute walk from Doheny State Beach and 4 minutes' walk from Capistrano Beach Park.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel. We have enjoyed our short stay. The breakfast was delicious. The personnel is helpful and friendly. Nice ocean view and fresh air.
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Hana Hou! A perfect getaway
Amazing boutique hotel, everything from the comfortable beds to the ocean waves at night, beautiful patios and fires, well kept gardens and paths, and quaint bar and restaurant with a small limited menu but good food! Love that it’s an adult only hotel!
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beachfront
Beautiful small boutique hotel. Perfect little casita.
David, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Cool retro beach vibe
Restored motor hptel turned chic beach property. Great staff and really nice linens and bedding.
John, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This was a totally revamped beach hotel with fantastic amenities, helpful and friendly staff, incredible cocktails, and a very comfortable, quiet, surprisingly cool room. Will absolutely be back when we are in the area.
Megan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Cute hotel and nice staff. You will need a car for this area though, not super walkable
Delainey, 5-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

VARTUHE ROSE, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Tara, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing getaway for my wife and me. The location is wonderful, and the hotel is very nice.
Jesse, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Overall this property and aesthetic was like shown in pictures. Very cute. The property is level with the PCH, you only have an ocean view if you’re on the 2nd floor. Ground floor view is PCH and railroad tracks. Which by the way the trains come by frequently. You cannot hear the ocean from our room because there was a fountain running the whole time, and that’s all you hear. The room was very clean, beautifully designed and vibe is so nice. The bathroom shower head was so high, which is great for rather tall people, but I am 5’3 and any way I moved the shower head water flow was almost hitting me directly in the face. The water pressure though was amazing. The room offered a mini bar and then only instant coffee packs and tea for free. They have coffee for purchase at their bar. The entire staff was wonderful, so kind attentive and a pleasure. The bonus with the shower head water was I was able to check out the Dyson hair dryer from the front desk which is amazing and not having a tiny crappy dryer in the room(I have a lot of hair, need a good dryer) The breakfast food/drinks for purchase were really good and the coffee was great. Pastries were supplied by a local bakery and the croissants were amazing. Overall it wasn’t a bad stay, or really amazing one; just wasn’t what you would expect for an “ocean view” room.
Krystal, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This is a wonderful boutique hotel. They have paid attention to every detail to make staying here a wonderful and unique experience. Great drinks and small bites are available in two lovely outdoor areas or inside at the cozy bar. The rooms are lovely - the Mexican tile throughout is spectacular.
colleen, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

extremely expensive for a teeny room
Diana, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

If you’re looking for a relaxing get away this is going to be your place. Perfect location and the drinks are great. Property was very nice, clean, and beautiful.
Jonathan, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Michelle, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Craig, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

The property was lovely as was the staff. The only downside was the room was very small.
Darlene, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Johnathan, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Anita, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

No option to check-in early, or leave luggage. Staff not the accommodating.
Kipley, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This is a cool, super well-appointed boutique Inn. Great people, immaculate property, tasty food. Highly recommend.
David, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

What a very nice upscale boutique hotel. Great views of the ocean on their patio rooms. The staff was amazing and extremely helpful.
Matthew, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Exceptional Service
I’ve stayed at several of the hotels in the area and this one is by far my favorite. It’s been so long since I’ve experienced customer service that I almost forgot it was a thing. The staff here truly care and go above and beyond to ensure exceptional service. It’s nice to see a hotel so clean! Hunter made me feel so welcome from the second I walked in. The bartender was attentive and quick and I even had a server check in on me while my drink was being poured to make sure I had been helped. Everyone is friendly and actually smiles! The other guests were all quiet and respectful. If you stay here you’ll want to park your car behind the building, then walk to the lobby which is in the little building with the bikes parked beside it. The bar and restaurant can also be accessed through there. Definitely go ahead and book it!
Casie, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Michael, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Debora, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

El Caminante was such a great find! We enjoyed our stay and the bar very much.
Jared, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review