Location. The Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel is located in Dana Point, Calif., overlooking a scenic stretch of the Pacific Ocean with Catalina Island in the distance. The hotel stands 150 feet above the ocean surf and sits adjacent to the Monarch Beach Golf Links. Dana Point Harbor is less than one mile away. Magnolia Squares various boutiques are less than four miles from the property.
Hotel Features. The Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel features polished marble floors, grand floral arrangements and a silver leaf ceiling dome in the lobby. Named for its location above sea level, Restaurant 162 serves a variety of fresh fish and other seafood. Eno is a tasting room that showcases wine, chocolate and cheese and features more than 500 labels and 50 wines by the glass. Various cocktails and light cuisine are available in The Bar and Dana Pool Bar. The Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel provides an on site health spa with saunas, steam rooms and massage services, specialized body treatments and facials. Two outdoor freeform pools and adjoining spa tubs are located in garden areas located around both hotel wings. The fitness facility features ocean views and includes cardiovascular and weight training equipment. The Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel is listed in the 2007 Cond� Nast Traveler Gold List of the worlds best places to stay.
Guestrooms. The 393 guestrooms at the Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel showcase vivid artwork and fresh flowers. Featuring soft cream and muted blue colors, beds consist of Anichini linens and goose down comforters. Standard room amenities include 42 inch, flat screen televisions with cable channels, DVD players, and high speed Internet access. Coffeemakers and minibars are provided in each room. Bathrooms include double marble vanities, makeup mirrors, terry cloth bathrobes and Ritz Carlton Spa Fresh toiletries.
Expert Tip. California grey whales annually migrate between January and April. Their path takes them past the Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel where guests can easily view the migration.
Rates:
425 - 2000 USD
Year Property Opened: 1984
Number Of Rooms: 80
Number Of Floors: 2
Check In Time: 4 p.m.
Check Out Time: 12 p.m.
Amenities:
In House Dining
In House Bar
Children Allowed
Data Ports
Business Center
Mini Bar In Room
Hair Dryer
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
1 Ritz Carlton Dr
Dana Point, CA 92629
Driving Directions:
From John Wayne Airport:
Approximate distance to the hotel is 21 miles.
Take I 405 (San Diego Freeway) south to I 5 south.
Exit to Crown Valley Parkway and turn right.
Turn left onto Pacific Coast Highway.
Turn right on Ritz Carlton Drive.
The hotel is located on the left.