Perched atop a seaside bluff, surrounded by panoramic views of the Pacific and the sandy shores of Salt Creek Beach below, The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel is a coastal haven of new experiences. Located halfway between LA and San Diego along the coast, our Dana Point resort awakens the senses with its vibrant beachfront locale and celebrated Five Diamond service. Sprawling shoreline vistas create awe-inspiring memories from the moment of arrival. Dine on Southern California coastal cuisine, explore your surfside surroundings on an eco-adventure, or soothe with a spa escape at our Salt Creek hotel. The California coast is calling.
The 373 luxury rooms and suites at our Dana Point hotel draw from the ocean in more ways than one. Our Dana Point accommodation evokes the water through its colors, textures, and artwork. Experience Dana Point-inspired living in rooms and suites with large living areas, outdoor spaces, and stunning Pacific views.
Savor all The Ritz-Carlton Club® has to offer. The Club redefines the luxury hotel experience, combining exclusivity and comfort with signature personalized service and attention to detail The Ritz-Carlton is known for. Often referred to as a “hotel within a hotel,” Club enhances your entire stay by providing a dedicated Dana Point concierge service, a private Club Lounge, unique in-room amenities, and exclusive experiences that immerse you in the best of the destination.
The ocean view restaurants at our Dana Point hotel offer fine California dining at its best. Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner are served daily with options including a rooftop lounge, a Pan-Latin restaurant showcasing local produce and sustainable seafood from the Dana Point region, and more. Join Chef Sanjay’s journey and savor a modern approach to authentic Indian food at KAHANI. Settle in at TAIKUN Omakase for a curated, 16-course omakase. Indulge in coastal cuisine through sustainable seafood, local produce, and pan-Latin flavors at RAYA. A cliffside lounge featuring handcrafted cocktails and small plates at 180blu. Gather in the casual confines of Bar RAYA for cocktails and conversation. The Market Place is a one-stop shop for coffee, tea, salads, sandwiches, and to-go items perfect for picnicking. Find casual poolside dining at The Dana Point Cafe.
Salty water, a crisp breeze, and the shining sun are synonymous with the Dana Point beach experience. Here, at our spa, they are also a cause for celebration and rejuvenation. Featuring marine collagen, sea salt, smoothed beach stones, seaweed, and other natural ingredients, treatments borrow from the ocean to restore balance and nurture the soul. Facials feature products from renowned skincare lines ESPA and SkinCeuticals for the ultimate spa day.
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel presents eco-adventures that inspire you with Southern California’s unique ecosystems and showcase Dana Point’s natural wonders. Led by expert Naturalists, embark on stimulating excursions where the local surroundings become a natural classroom and living laboratory. Whether you want to channel the quintessential California surfer or take an exciting E-bike tour of Dana Point, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Adults, families, and children learn through experience, instilling a deep appreciation and respect for nature.
Our meeting spaces offer a tranquil and inspiring setting for meeting planners seeking a venue in Orange County. Set atop a bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the resort is experienced in hosting sales meetings, educational conferences, tradeshows, seminars, training, board meetings, and executive team-building retreats. Most of the indoor and outdoor meeting spaces overlook the ocean and our hotel offers a comprehensive portfolio of services, from catering to photography to team-building activities, ensuring no detail is missed.
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel offers an almost limitless choice of event-space possibilities. Rely on these distinguished Dana Point meeting spaces that cater to gatherings of all sizes – with spacious capacity for up to 900 attendees. Choose from eighteen function rooms, offering over 26,224 square feet of indoor conference and banquet space – as well as nearly 56,000 square feet of outdoor garden courtyards, pool terraces, and oceanfront lawns. Benefit from panoramic views that showcase the area’s natural beauty and all of the world-class amenities unique to this conference resort.
Expect a blend of modern elegance and ocean-inspired luxury when you host your wedding at this Dana Point wedding location. From breathtaking ceremonies on an oceanfront lawn to elegant ballroom receptions, The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel creates destination weddings that capture the magic and distinction of Southern California. Discover a vast selection of indoor and outdoor venues, as well as package options and resort experiences that transform a wedding into a weekend away. Welcoming all faiths and cultures, the resort proudly offers an on-site chef-driven culinary program dedicated to South Asian weddings, balancing artistically plated meals with family-style selections, buffets, and customized menus.
We are pleased to announce a remastering of our guest rooms and suites starting in December 2024. Our Ladies & Gentlemen are dedicated to minimizing disruptions; however, you may notice updates taking place. We look forward to welcoming you and hope you share in our excitement.
Meetings & Event Information:
Event Rooms: 20
Total Event Space: 67,053 SQ FT (26,000+ Indoor/56,000 Outdoor)
Capacity Largest Space: 900
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