El Caminante Bar & Bungalows

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Dana Point, the city El Caminante Bar & Bungalows is inArea photo: Dana PointPhoto: Photograph by Don Ramey Logan, CC BY-SA 3.0

Hotel in Dana Point · 7 questions answered

34862 Coast Hwy, Dana Point, CA 92624

26.5

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Contact details

  • Phone: (949) 368-3222Overture Maps Places, overture-places@2026-09-23.1 · checked
  • Address: 34862 Coast Hwy, Dana Point, CA 92624Overture Maps Places, overture-places@2026-09-23.1 · checked
  • Website: elcaminantehotel.comOverture Maps Places, overture-places@2026-09-23.1 · checked

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Sleep

  • Are the mattresses firm?

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  • Do the beds have a name-brand mattress?

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  • Are the pillows comfortable?

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  • Can you choose firm or soft pillows?

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  • Do the sheets feel crisp and cool?

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  • Does the room get fully dark at night?

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  • Are the rooms quiet at night?

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  • Are the beds comfortable?

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  • Are the pillows soft?

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  • Are street-facing rooms noisy at night?

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Sheet thread count, Sleep quality, Sagging or springs, Pillows per guest, Bed sizes, Duvet or blanket, Sheet material, Linen brand, Sleep amenities.

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Bathroom

  • Is the water pressure strong?

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  • Does the hot water come quickly?

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Room

  • Is the AC quiet at night?

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AC and heating, Desk and workspace, Outlets or USB by the bed, View, Room size, Room size (sq ft), Room condition, Room location, What the window faced, Type of AC, Lighting, Closet and drawers, Empty fridge, Streaming on the TV, In-room features, Minibar charging, Kitchen, Windows open, Views by room type.

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Cleanliness

  • Are the rooms clean on arrival?

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Smell, Bathroom cleanliness, Fresh bedding, Floors and carpet, Lobby and halls, Daily cleaning, Bugs or pests, Smoke smell.

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Arrival and check-in

  • Does check-in take under 10 minutes?

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Check-in experience, Room ready on time, Early check-in granted, Late checkout granted, Deposit hold, Deposit release, Finding the entrance, Parking entrance, Valet wait, Check-in and checkout times, Minimum check-in age, ID and payment at check-in, Late arrival, Phone as room key, Early check-in fee, Bag storage.

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Food and drink

  • Is the breakfast good?

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  • Are eggs served at breakfast?

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  • Does breakfast run until 10 AM?

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  • Does breakfast have hot items?

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Service

  • Is the front desk helpful?

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Property

  • Is parking easy?

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  • Is there parking on site?

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Elevator wait, Pool crowding, Gym equipment, Pool temperature, Pool size, Pool loungers, Sun on the pool deck, Pool hours, Gym equipment list, Gym hours, Spa facilities, Spa quality, Laundry, Business center, EV chargers, EV charger type, Guest elevators, Rooms last renovated, Rooftop, Security, Lobby atmosphere, Construction noise.

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Connectivity

  • Is the Wi-Fi fast enough to stream?

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  • Is the Wi-Fi reliable?

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Location

  • Is the area around the hotel walkable?

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  • Is it comfortable walking near the hotel after dark?

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Money and tipping

  • Is $3 to $5 a night a typical housekeeping tip?

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  • Are there surprise fees?

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  • Does the resort fee include Wi-Fi?

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  • Does the bill come without a service charge?

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Accessibility

5 Accessibility questions

Accessibility features, Step-free route, Accessible room as booked, Elevator out of service, Bed height.

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Families

6 Families questions

Cribs and extra beds, Connecting rooms, Kids stay free, Kids menu, Kids pool, Good for kids.

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Pets

6 Pets questions

Pet fee, Pet weight limit, Pets per room, Pet amenities, Pets left alone, Pet welcome.

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Policies

6 Policies questions

Cancellation, Quiet hours, Smoking fee, Late checkout fee, Local guests, Visitors.

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Events and seasons

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Pool party or DJ, Game or event crowds, Weddings and private events, Nearest stadium or arena, Nearest convention center.

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Sustainability

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Green certifications, Linen reuse option, Water refill stations.

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Tipping in Los Angeles hotels

General US guidance, not specific to this hotel.

  • Housekeeping: $2 to $5 per night, left daily with a note 1
  • Housekeeping: $2 to $5 per night (citing the American Hotel and Lodging Association); $5 to $20 at luxury hotels 2
  • Bell staff: $2 for the first bag, $1 for each additional bag 1
  • Bell staff: $2 per bag, up to $5 for a bulky or heavy bag 2
  • Valet: $2 to $5 when the car is returned to you 1
  • Valet: $2 to $5 2
  • Concierge: Nothing for answering questions; $5 to $10 for tickets or reservations 1
  1. The Emily Post Institute, General Tipping Guide, checked . The page shows no published date.
  2. AFAR, The Complete Guide to Tipping Hotel Staff in the U.S., updated , checked . Housekeeping range attributed to the American Hotel and Lodging Association.

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Where you'll be

Map of El Caminante Bar & Bungalows and nearby Lake Forest, Irvine Spectrum and Newport Beach© OpenStreetMap contributors

34862 Coast Hwy, Dana Point, CA 92624

In Dana Point, Los Angeles area. Closest landmark: Lake Forest, 13.2 mi.

Distances to places people visit

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Things to know

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Questions about this hotel

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Where is El Caminante Bar & Bungalows located?

El Caminante Bar & Bungalows is at 34862 Coast Hwy, Dana Point, CA 92624. Source: Overture Maps Places (overture-places@2026-09-23.1), checked .

What city is El Caminante Bar & Bungalows in?

El Caminante Bar & Bungalows is in Dana Point. Source: Overture Maps Places (overture-places@2026-09-23.1), checked .

What is the phone number for El Caminante Bar & Bungalows?

The phone number for El Caminante Bar & Bungalows is (949) 368-3222. Source: Overture Maps Places (overture-places@2026-09-23.1), checked .

What website is listed for El Caminante Bar & Bungalows?

The website listed for El Caminante Bar & Bungalows is elcaminantehotel.com. Source: Overture Maps Places (overture-places@2026-09-23.1), checked .

How far is El Caminante Bar & Bungalows from Lake Forest?

El Caminante Bar & Bungalows is 13.2 miles from Lake Forest in a straight line. Source: Overture Maps Places, checked .

How far is El Caminante Bar & Bungalows from Irvine Spectrum?

El Caminante Bar & Bungalows is 14.0 miles from Irvine Spectrum in a straight line. Source: Overture Maps Places, checked .

How far is El Caminante Bar & Bungalows from Newport Beach?

El Caminante Bar & Bungalows is 18.6 miles from Newport Beach in a straight line. Source: Overture Maps Places, checked .

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