Dana Point Travel Guide

From its "glorious location" in Dana Point overlooking the Pacific and "close to the harbor and restaurants", this "pleasant" if "sprawling" resort has "stunning" views from some of its "hit-or-miss" rooms; though a "friendly" staff and "big inviting" spa help to create a "comfortable stay", the "pretty average dining" and the "continuous weddings and parties on the front lawn" "don't make for a truly relaxing weekend."

"Pure paradise" is on hand at this "outstanding resort" where the "attention to detail is unmatched" ("ice pops at the pool", "freshly squeezed exotic juice each morning") and the "lush surroundings" are "glorious"; from the "beautifully appointed suites ("larger than some apartments" and boasting "butler service" and "decadent" baths) to the "breathtaking views" to the Robert Trent Jones, Jr. golf course to Michael Mina's "showstopper" Stonehill Tavern, "you can't go wrong here"; P.S. "the only drawback is having to shuttle to the beach."

Sea-centric surveyors extol the "glorious" Pacific Ocean views at this "grand" bluff-top resort with a "lovely restaurant" and "heavenly spa"; "supremely comfortable rooms" with 42-inch plasma TVs, "superior" facilities (including an oceanfront fitness center) and "extraordinary" service add up to "true luxury"; P.S. be sure to "walk down to the fantastic beach."