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El Caminante Bar & Bungalows

4.0 star property

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Relax on the rooftop with lounge chairs and a small bench, surrounded by lush greenery and a unique cylindrical feature.
Cozy retreat with a fireplace, comfortable seating area, and ornate chandelier.
Enjoy a restful night's sleep in this inviting bed with a view of the sea.
Relax by the pool surrounded by lush landscaping and take in the scenic views from the balcony.
Experience the warm and inviting atmosphere of our lobby, featuring a high ceiling, ornate chandeliers, and comfortable seating areas.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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34862 Pacific Coast Hwy, Dana Point, CA, 92624
  • Doheny State Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • The Coach House
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Dana Point Harbor
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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

ADA Ocean King with Patio

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Ocean View King with Patio & Chiminea | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Ocean View King with Patio & Chiminea

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Ocean View King

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Ocean View Suite with Patio & Chiminea | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Ocean View Suite with Patio & Chiminea

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Ocean View 2-Bedroom Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Ocean View 2-Bedroom Suite

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Ocean View King with Balcony | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Ocean View King with Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

El Caminante Bar & Bungalows

4-star hotel in Capistrano Beach
When you stay at this beach hotel you can enjoy umbrellas and sun loungers.
El Caminante Bar & Bungalows offers 28 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and bathrobes. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). 47-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. In-room massages and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Dining options at the hotel include a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. Complimentary self parking is available on site.

El Caminante Bar & Bungalows is a smoke-free property.

Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:30 AM.
El Caminante Bar - Onsite café.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free 24-hour offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • El Caminante Bar

Things to do

  • Bodyboard
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Hiking/biking trails

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • In a nature reserve
  • On the beach

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar near toilet (33 inches high)
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 47-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 35.00 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach access
  • Concierge service
  • In-room coffee

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10.00 to 25.00 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is 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

El Caminante Bar & Bungalows Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 150 out of 182 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 182 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 182 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 182 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 182 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Surrounded by Beauty

The property was impeccable. The wooden doors were breathtakingly beautiful. The rooms were immaculately clean. The decor was fantastic. The staff, despite being busy, especially during happy hour/weekend was friendly, kind and helpful. The food, drinks and music were wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitelyne

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was amazing! We booked last minute and were treated excellently. The room was clean and beautiful. Every staff member was so thoughtful and went out of their way to make our stay perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Boston

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location across from the pacific. It’s on the road, so some road noise but that was a given with the location. Very cool and charming vibe. Turntables in the room and you can borrow vinyl from the bar (my son pulled Bob Marley). Very clean and cool Spanish style decor. Staff was very friendly. My only criticism is the scones and muffins we bought for breakfast were a bit overtoasted and hard, but the cappuccino was great!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Couples Getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The room was very clean. The bed was extremely comfortable. The shower had great water pressure. We enjoyed the view of the ocean from the bed. While the rooms are small, we enjoyed the coziness of it. We wish they had something other than instant coffee in the rooms though. Overall, enjoyed our stay and would come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sojourner

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is very charming & for the price I paid, I thought it was worth it. The room was clean & spacious with a fireplace. The bed was comfortable, & the TV had all of the apps I wanted so I didn’t have to airplay. The location was great & I had a lovely view of the ocean. There were hardwood floors & the room had a 1940s feel with velvet couches & crown molding. I liked the decor a lot. The hotel bar served excellent drinks although there weren’t many breakfast options. There’s no real kitchen so its offerings are limited. The windows are not dual paned so you can hear the PCH traffic. If you are sensitive to noise, you may want ear plugs. Again, for the price I paid (under $300) it didn’t bother me. I really feel like I got my monies worth.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

olga

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and lovely to have a good time
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Jan, Paso Robles

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the places brand new and it has a great location. We checked out one day early because the first night we were there they allowed another person to check in at 1 AM above us and they walked around for a few hours keeping us awake. The rooms have tile floor so if there’s someone above you, you can hear every footstep very loudly. I would suggest that you get a room that does not have rooms above you.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute boutique hotel. Room was small, but comfortable. Perfect for the one night getaway we were looking for.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, unique design, incredible attention to detail, great staff.. wonderful stay and great location! I love the doors in the rooms that the upper half opens to see the ocean. Best stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

JAMES

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quirky but charming.

Quirky but pleasant; spruced up old motel on Pacific Coast Highway across from beach and ocean (lightly used commuter rail tracks between PCH and ocean. Tight room with king size bed. The “living room” is outside—sofa, easy chair, coffee and side table, ceramic propane fire pot. In off season it can be chilly and overcast/foggy this close to the water. Modern bath with tiled, glass shower stall. Pleasant, “old” California bar where continental breakfast is available, drinks all evening. Very accommodating staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Liora

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful property with great landscaping, decor, high quality furniture and fixtures. Unfortunately our room was missing some essentials like hand soap, extra toilet paper, and body wash. Staff very friendly and helpful, but they are understaffed. Regardless, I would stay here again because it’s so beautiful and reasonably priced.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the atmosphere in the beach vibe
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Journey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, we had an amazing stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful ocean view room

Beautiful hotel with an ocean view. The rooms were newly renovated and really nice. Not a lot of space in the room. The bed takes up the whole room. The patio was great with a wonderful view. Easy access to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Love the decor, tile design in bathroom, plush towels; however, cons outweigh the pros. Room was very tiny, no fridge or micro as stated, no balcony as stated- it was a walkway to all the other rooms on the second floor. No maintenance person available when I had a problem at midnight with a toilet.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice beautiful cottages love the design.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful view and beautiful rooms

This place is beautiful. It’s clean, nicely appointed and extremely reasonably priced. The only negative would be the size of the room. But if you don’t need a lot of space I would stay here!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Leonard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Tough place to review. Tiny bungalows with ocean view and recently went through major renovations. Workmanship excellent; but room is very small and not furnished or designed correctly. No closet (couple of hooks behind bathroom door with 4 hangars; no bureau or chest (drawers as part of headboard on the floor). No table or chairs. Only place to sit is bed (or toilet). Big four poster king bed floating in the middle of the room. Stayed one night of four. Very polite when we checked out early and refunded payment. Mattress very comfortable. Vessel sink in bathroom with 3” of counter on each side. Submarine size shower. May be good for single or people who have no luggage. Also no elevator and train runs directly in front of the property (but we knew those things). Beautiful, but non-functional. Wish I could have rated higher
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devin Marquez

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice spot
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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The hotel is cute & the staff were very friendly, however the hotel pictures and amenities are misleading. The room was extremely small, the balcony was shared with other guests, there was no refrigerator or microwave in room. Definitely not what I was expecting for the amount paid. Another inconvenience was the shades were broken and since the balcony is shared, others walk in the area so we literally had to go into the bathroom to change clothes. No privacy at all. There’s a train that runs along the coast across the street from the hotel that I wasn’t aware of. It’s not a big deal but if you’re a light sleeper it will definitely wake you a few times. Last thing, we picked up snacks from the room for our car ride home (these are $8-$10 ) each and realized both were expired by over a month. Small things but overall I would expect better from somewhere as expensive as this place is. I didn’t complain because I didn’t want to ruin my husband’s birthday but definitely not staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025