The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

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The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel | Laguna Beach, California | Virgin Atlantic Holidays

Laguna Beach, California

5 stars

Perched on a bluff overlooking the Pacific, The Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel is the ultimate luxury escape on California’s sun-drenched coast. Just steps from the beach, this five-star retreat blends effortless glamour with barefoot relaxation, perfect for couples looking to indulge. Expect world-class dining with ocean views, a serene spa that takes wellness to new heights, and personalised service that makes every stay feel truly special. Whether you’re unwinding here after the buzz of Los Angeles or making it a highlight of your California adventure, this iconic hideaway promises romance, relaxation, and that extra touch of Ritz-Carlton magic.

Amenities

Surfing
Water Skiing
Kids Club
Bar
Fitness Centre/Gym
Internet Access
Laundry Service
No Smoking
Restaurant
Room Service
Safety Deposit Box
Spa
Swimming Pool
Valet parking
Beachfront location

Explore the local area

Perched atop a coastal bluff in Dana Point, California, The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel overlooks the Pacific Ocean just steps from Salt Creek Beach and only minutes from Doheny State Beach and Laguna Beach.

Hotel Information

Room Information
Room Upgrade Information

396 rooms and suites that blend the soulful charm of California with timeless Spanish elegance. All rooms feature a balcony or patio, individual climate control, WiFi access, Band and Olufsen radio, TV with premium channels and Netflix, bathroom amenities, Dyson hairdryer, bathrobes, slippers, safe and iron and ironing board.

Resort View Rooms have either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 people.

Hotel details

Getting Around

Beach shuttle service. Valet parking $75 plus tax per night (payable locally, fee subject to change).

Dining

Raya (coastal cuisine, serving seafood, local produce and pan-Latin flavours for all-day dining). Kahani (authentic Indian restaurant, open for dinner Tues - Sat). 180blu (cliffside lounge and bar serving drinks and small plates). TAIKUN Omakase (curated 16-course dining experience - reservations recommended). RITZ Lobby Bar. The Market Place (one-stop shop for hot and cold drinks, sandwiches and to-go items). The Dana Pool Cafe (casual poolside dining).

Fun and Games

2 outdoor swimming pools and a whirlpool. 24-hour fitness centre. The Ritz-Carlton Spa*. Surfing lessons*. Stand up paddleboarding* and kayaking*. Ritz Kids programme. Tennis*. Football. Basketball. Table tennis. Bicycle rental*. Nature walks.

Entertainment

Daily events and activities calendar with offerings for all ages.

Handy Stuff

Complimentary WiFi access. Beach butler service. Gift shop/convenience store. Laundry service*.

Resort Fees

There is a resort fee of $60 plus tax per room, per night (payable locally, fee subject to change).

Additional Information

*Denotes local charge

Trip advisor rating

4.3/5

3,038 reviews

Location
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Service
Value
Cleanliness

Excellent

64%

Very Good

17%

Average

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“First time guest”

Jan 03, 2026Robert H

Recently returned from a couple of nights stay over the Christmas period. We were very happy with the room amenities and decor, although first impression was it was a tad small/cramped, but soon felt at home there. We understand the place has recently undergone extensive renovations and it certainly showed. Everywhere was crisp and clean and even had that new paint smell still. Furniture and fittings in public areas and the room appeared new and fresh. It appears they didn’t just paint over the old, but ripped the old out and replaced everything, especially noticeable in the bathroom. All the staff we engaged with were fantastic ambassadors for the hotel. Polite and professional as well friendly, sociable and helpful, including the wait staff in RAYA and the bar staff in the Lobby Bar. Too many to list by name, and unfair to those whose name we didn’t catch. Kudos to them all. The grounds are beautifully maintained and walkways aplenty. Only comment (not a complaint) would be it can be a tad hilly if you are of a certain age, but having said that they do have a golf cart shuttle that will take you down to the beach area, and more importantly back up again! Only minor gripe would be the abundance of people with dogs in residence. We know this is how it is these days with most hotels. Generally speaking they are well behaved, but just a pet peeve of mine (no pun intended). And trust me, I’m a dog lover. All in all, we would certainly return one day, hopefully in the summer when we can enjoy more of the amenities, as rain rather put a damper of fully using what the hotel has to offer. Overall impressed and happy with our stay.

“Good staycation”

Dec 16, 2025Travelblug444

I love this hotel. It’s beautiful, luxurious and clean. They upgraded my room and it was beautiful. They had good dining options. They rooms were comfortable and service was good.

“Bad Hotel and Restaurant Service in Dana Point”

Nov 09, 2025Safari216749

My son got married in Dana Point on Friday Nov. 7th. We wanted them to have a great experience so we decided to gift them a room at the "supposedly" best hotel in the Dana Point arel, The Ritz Carlton. Well the experience was not so great. We asked for an upgrade to a better room....that did not happen. The room was small and hard to move around in. They were suppose to have champagne...it was not delivered on time. There were other things ordered for them that did not work out and was not delivered on time. We decided to say good bye with a quick breakfast the next morning. This turned into a very bad experience and over 2 hrs...so much for quick. The only thing available was a $75 4 course brunch. The waiter came over and took the drink order....then nothing.....We were suppose to get a shared appetizer. It never came. I had to go to the check in hostess and angrily ask for our food/appetizer. We had been waiting for over an hour. The appetizer only came out at my angry insistence....It was guacomole and chips.....so it took over an hour to give us guac and chips !!!!!!! A manager person came over and we voiced our concern about the poor service. She apologized and promised to watch our food service from now on. We got the 2nd and 3rd course. Then waited for the dessert, which I had forgotten. We had been there for 2 hours by this time and was about to leave when someone said "what happened to the dessert?" I was tired, worn out and had completely forgotten. Once again we had to hail the waiter over and ask for our dessert. By this time and due to the long hour, we asked them to pack it up....which also took some time to do. It was a horrible experience and I was apalled at such bad service, for $75 a head, at what is suppose to be a high class hotel. On my way out, I told the manager about the dessert issue and got a slim apology at best. So what happened to this $2000 policy to provide excellent service. Or do you provide excellent service to certain people. So our attempt to give our children a great experience did not turn out so great. The one star is well deserved. I told the restaurant manager to check the cameras to verify just how long we had to wait to get our food. Perhaps some of you have good experiences .......but we did not.

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