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El Caminante Bar & Bungalows

4.0 star property
Dana Point motel in Capistrano Beach with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop

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Restaurant
Front of property
Exterior
Presidential Suite
Restaurant
VIP Access

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Perks for members at select top-rated stays

Our Silver and Gold members get perks at select VIP Access properties, on top of exceptional service.
Silver tier member
A perk like food and drink extras, free breakfast, or parking credits
Gold tier member
Room upgrades when available, plus Silver perks

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

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 area

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

  • San Juan Capistrano Depot - 11 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 27 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

Upscale motel near Mission San Juan Capistrano
A coffee shop/cafe, a bar, and a restaurant are just a few of the amenities provided at El Caminante Bar & Bungalows. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like hiking/biking and bodyboards at this motel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and beach towels
  • A nature reserve, beach umbrellas, and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms at El Caminante Bar & Bungalows feature perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and bathrobes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • 47-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

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

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
  • Smoke-free property

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

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
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

Frequently asked questions

Is El Caminante Bar & Bungalows pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at El Caminante Bar & Bungalows?

As of Dec 22, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Caminante Bar & Bungalows on Dec 26, 2024 start from CA $242.67, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at El Caminante Bar & Bungalows?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at El Caminante Bar & Bungalows?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at El Caminante Bar & Bungalows?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is El Caminante Bar & Bungalows located?

Located in Capistrano Beach, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Capistrano Beach Park and Doheny State Beach. The Sea Caves and Lantern Bay County Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

El Caminante Bar & Bungalows Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

yousheng

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stuff is super friendly and helpful. They also provide free electrical bikes for riding.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kagetazu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little cozy place! Staff very friendly! Bed very comfortable! Love close access to the beach. I will be staying again!

10/10 Excellent

Reanna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every detail of this hotel is top notch! Beautifully restored and landscaped. Very comfortable bed. Beautiful view. So close to beach. Amazing coffee and breakfast. Cannot wait to come back! Perfect for a quick staycation.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the uniqueness. Of the place very quaint. I would definitely go back staff is super friendly and accommodating. I strongly urge people to stay at the gem of a place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
10 for vibe and charm! Beautiful sunset view
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rena

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and gorgeous views
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kush

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room was great! It was the King Suite Balcony so it was up off the ground and had a great view but for the power lines.. the record players are a great touch too! The tones are nice but should be cotton… overall a wonderful stay, we will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff here were amazing! And the restaurant/bar attached to the place makes for easy choices at the start or end of your day. During this time of year there is a trolly that comes by to take you around town for free. And the beach is just across the street. Brilliant.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Inez, Whittier

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonji

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nayhely

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was the best getaway location! Felt super comfortable and was very private! Everyone was super nice and friendly answering all our questions. Within walking distance to the beach and close to additional dining options. I will be returning!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing getaway for my wife and me. The location is wonderful, and the hotel is very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Krystal

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

colleen, Savannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness
extremely expensive for a teeny room
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Darlene

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was lovely as was the staff. The only downside was the room was very small.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johnathan

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Kipley

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
No option to check-in early, or leave luggage. Staff not the accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024