The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

Item: The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
Rating: 5
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One Ritz-Carlton Drive | Dana Point, CA 92629-4205 [SEE MAP]Dana Point, CA [SEE ADDRESS]

#27 in Best California Hotels

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The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

One Ritz-Carlton Drive | Dana Point, CA 92629-4205 [SEE MAP]Dana Point, CA [SEE ADDRESS]

#27 in Best California Hotels

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Overview

Waterfront location

$50 daily resort fee

When booking a room at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel, guests expect to receive superb service. And that's what they get. On top of that, they get a breathtaking ocean view and gorgeous grounds just northwest of Dana Point Marina. If you need any help reaching inner peace, the well-reviewed spa is happy to accommodate you. And this is no ordinary Ritz: In addition to the standard pool-tennis-fitness center combination, this property has access to several area golf courses and some excellent surfing waves. Plus, guests can explore the local environment with expert naturalists on eco-adventures organized by the hotel. As for dining, you can satiate your appetite at one of several on-site eateries. And when it comes time to call it a day, you won't be disappointed with the accommodations. Previous visitors love the serene pastel blue and cream decor in the guest rooms, as well as the private balconies and technology such as flat-screen TVs and internet access (included in the $50 daily resort fee).

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Location: Dana Point, CA

Hotel Class: 5.0-star

Property Type: Resort hotel, 396 rooms

Primary View: Ocean

Style: Traditional, Opulent

Best For: Business travelers, Couples, Groups, Families

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5.0Hotel Class
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Other Awards

AAA/CAA Five Diamond Awards 2018
Condé Nast Readers' Choice List 2017

Fodor's

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Combine the Ritz-Carlton's top-tier level of service with an unparalleled view of the Pacific and you're in the lap of luxury at this resort.

Fodor's Choice

Forbes

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Situated atop a 150-foot bluff overlooking the ocean, the Mediterranean style villa that house The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel is an elegant retreat.

Forbes Travel Guide Four Star Awards 2017

Travel + Leisure

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On a bluff between L.A. and San Diego, the Ritz-Carlton offers surfing lessons and a Healthy Taste menu for kids. For adults, the property boasts beachy-hued rooms and a serious spa.

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This 396-room luxury hotel sits atop a 150-foot bluff that's up against a beach, which means breathtaking views from the hotel and grounds, plus a place to surf and boogie board below.

Other Awards

AAA/CAA Five Diamond Awards 2018
Condé Nast Readers' Choice List 2017

Guest Reviews

A hotel's guest rating is calculated using data provided under license by TripAdvisor. A total of 2579 have reviewed the The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel, giving it a rating of 4.5, on a scale of 1-5.

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4.5 (based on 2579 reviews)

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Guest Rooms

Guests have the option of accommodations with varying views, including panoramas of the ocean or the surrounding property. Rooms include marble bathrooms with luxury bath essentials, a furnished balcony or patio, 42-inch flat-screen TVs with DVD players, coffee makers and 400-thread-count Egyptian cotton linens.

Daily $50 resort fee includes Wi-Fi access and the use of the business center, tennis courts, sauna and steam rooms, among other features

Standard room size: 400 square feet

Internet (free)
Premium channels
Workspace/desk
Minifridge
Bathrobes/slippers
Minibar
Shower/tub combo
Separate shower
Separate tub
Wireless Internet
Guest rooms with patios and balconies
Adjoining rooms available

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Location & Parking

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Perched on a bluff overlooking the Salt Creek beach, this Ritz-Carlton is located midway between Los Angeles and San Diego in Laguna Niguel. The nearby Dana Point area features art galleries, boutiques and restaurants, and there are several golf courses nearby.

John Wayne Airport is 21 miles north
Los Angeles International Airport is 62 miles north
Disneyland is about 36 miles north
Complimentary shuttle service to the beach and golf courses

24-hour valet parking ($40)
24-hour self-parking
Airport shuttle (with fee)
Car service (with fee)

Within walking distance of:

Grocery store
Movie theater
Theater
Shopping
Bus stop
Train station
Subway/metro stop
Restaurants
Beach

Dining

The Ritz-Carlton offers several distinct dining experiences from the casual The Dana Pool Cafe to Raya, which dishes out pan-Latin cuisine utilizing sustainable seafood, local produce and natural and organic meat. For dinner, enoSteak serves up prime, grass-fed, pasture-raised beef, local organic and seasonal produce, artisanal cheeses, charcuterie and an excellent wine list. Enjoy small plates from Bar Raya and handcrafted cocktails at 180blu at the resort's oceanfront lounge balcony. For a quick snack, The Market Place serves gourmet coffee, pastries, sandwiches and snacks throughout the day.

Number of restaurants: 4

Cuisine Types: American, Latin American

Fine dining
Casual dining
Quick service cafe/coffee shop/marketplace
Bar/lounge
Room service
24-hour room service
Free breakfast

Pool

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel has two outdoor swimming pools and two whirlpools. The larger, lagoon-style Dana Pool is perfect for family fun and features The Dana Pool Cafe, serving casual fare.

Family pool
Infinity pool
Whirlpool/hot tub
Adults-only pool
Lap pool
Wading pool
Lazy river
Seasonal
Indoor
Outdoor
Indoor/outdoor combo
Pool bar
Lifeguard on duty
Poolside service
Waterslide
Deck chairs or cabanas

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Spa

The spa at The Ritz-Carlton offers treatments that incorporate essential elements from the ocean, such as minerals, sea salt, algae and water. Spa facilities include salon treatments, a couples treatment suite and a water therapy room with a Vichy waterfall shower.

In-room massages available

Services offered:

Massage
Facial
Body treatments (i.e. scrubs, wraps)
Salon services
Outdoor treatment area
Steam room
Sauna

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Kids

There is no kids club on-site, but the Ritz Carlton offers amenities, facilities and activities children would be interested in. Amenities include beach toys, coloring books, a library of movies for in-room use, complimentary use of sports equipment and more. There's also on-site play centers for toddlers and elementary children as well as the Market Place Café, which offers kid-friendly cereals, a candy station and coloring books and kid's card games. Activities include seasonal poolside movies, storytelling and cookie making, to name a few.

Kids club
Cribs
High chairs

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Fitness

The fitness center at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel overlooks the ocean and features cardio machines, strength-training equipment and free weights. In addition to its fitness center, the resort fee includes complimentary daily yoga and Pilates classes in the Gazebo overlooking the Pacific Ocean.

Tennis (including rackets and balls) included in resort fee
Golf nearby with preferred tee times and complimentary shuttle service

Weight equipment
Cardio equipment
Yoga mats
Free fitness classes
Premium fitness classes (with fee)
Bicycles
Tennis (free)
Guided runs
Paddle boats
Motor boats

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Business

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel offers both indoor and outdoor meeting and event space, with venues ranging from meeting rooms and garden courtyards to oceanfront lawns, pool terraces and a cliff-top gazebo. With more than 26,224 square feet of indoor space and 54,000 square feet of outdoor event space, the hotel can accommodate events for up to 900 guests. Meeting services include computer equipment, cell phone rentals and audiovisual services and support.

24-hour business center

Number of meeting rooms: 18

Business center
Meeting rooms
Meeting and event planners available

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Pets

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel welcomes dogs and cats. While there are no weight limits, however, the hotel charges a $50 per night pet fee. The hotel's “Posh Pooch” amenities include a dog bed, water bowl, doggie room service and dog-centric events such as Yappy Hour.

Up to two dogs allowed per room

Pets allowed (with fee)
Dog walking
Pet-sitting

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Golf

Guests at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel receive preferred tee times at the par-70 Monarch Beach Golf Links. The resort also provides complimentary shuttle service to and from the course. There are also four additional courses in close proximity to the hotel.

Golf carts
Golf packages
Club rentals
Club house
Refreshment stand or restaurant
Caddie service
Pro shop

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Wedding

The hotel has multiple options for couples interested in indoor and outdoor ceremonies or receptions. The Ritz's Pacific Promenade features an oceanfront lawn able to hold 275 guests while The Ritz-Carlton Ballroom, the hotel's largest wedding reception venue, can accommodate up to 900 guests for a reception. Other venues include Monarch Bay Sunset Terrace, a Spanish-tiled courtyard that overlooks the ocean, also featuring spectacular ocean views.

Maximum wedding guest capacity: 900

Hotel hosts weddings
Outdoor space for weddings
Wedding planners available

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