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Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

1 Monarch Beach Resort, Dana Point, CA, USA, 92629
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Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club, the AAA five-diamond resort nestled along the coast of Dana Point, is equal parts sophisticated, approachable, and intimate, with a personality that celebrates the playful coastal lifestyle of Southern California. The distinctive property is nestled hillside and offers panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, while showcasing 400 newly renovated accommodations featuring fireside guest rooms and spacious suites. Luxurious amenities abound, including the private Monarch Bay Beach Club; an 18-hole oceanfront golf course; the immersive experience at Waldorf Astoria Spa; and sparkling swimming pools with infinity-edge whirlpools. Seven exquisite dining concepts adorn the resort, celebrating seasonal cuisine and sustainable practices—ranging from casual grab-and-go stops to the elevated Bourbon Steak Orange County by Michael Mina. With unforgettable experiences at every turn, complemented by unparalleled guest service, this elegant retreat is a place to celebrate moments and memories to be passed from generation to generation.

Venue Details

ChainHilton
BrandWaldorf Astoria Hotels and Resorts
Built2001
Renovated2022
Total meeting space30,000 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms400
Venue typeHotel

Industry Ratings

AAA
Forbes Travel Guide
Northstar

Awards

Industry awards
Please see a full list of our awards and accolades at https://www.waldorfastoriamonarchbeach.com/pressroom

Venue Highlights

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Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Calls (local)
  • Calls (toll-free)
  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • View (garden)
  • View (ocean or water)
  • Voicemail box
Facilities
  • Extended stay
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite gift shop
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Pet friendly
  • Rental car service
  • Space (outdoor)
  • Space (private)
  • Wheelchair accessible

Sustainability

This venue holds verified sustainability certifications, based on certification data provided by BeCause in collaboration with Cvent.

Certifications (3)

Sustainability Certifications
ISO 50001:2018

Certification body: DEKRA Certification, Inc.

Expires: 9/25/2026
Sustainability Certifications
ISO 14001:2015

Certification body: DEKRA Certification, Inc.

Expires: 9/25/2026
Sustainability Certifications
ISO 9001:2015

Certification body: DEKRA Certification, Inc.

Expires: 9/25/2026

Need dates

Priority windows that venues prefer for hosting events

Feb 6, 2026 - Feb 8, 2026
Feb 12, 2026 - Feb 17, 2026

Seasonal Availability

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High season
Feb 01 - Nov 30
Shoulder season
Low season
Jan 01 - Jan 31Dec 01 - Dec 31

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
30,000 sq. ft.
Largest room
47,945 sq. ft.
Space (private)
30,000 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
34
Second largest room
12,000 sq. ft.
Space (outdoor)
90,000 sq. ft.
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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Maximum capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Cocktail rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
Crescent rounds (Cabaret)
Hollow square
12,000 sq. ft.
90 x 134 sq. ft.
18 ft.
1200
270
540
1200
1112
600
--
192
47,945 sq. ft.
223 x 215 sq. ft.
-
3500
-
2200
3500
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3,000 sq. ft.
60 x 50 sq. ft.
17 ft.
300
-
140
300
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400 sq. ft.
20 x 20 sq. ft.
-
100
---
100
----
10,824 sq. ft.
82 x 132 sq. ft.
-
600
-
400
600
300
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648 sq. ft.
24 x 27 sq. ft.
15 ft.
60
25
44
60
50
24
26
--
1,122 sq. ft.
34 x 33 sq. ft.
17 ft.
70
-
60
70
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340 sq. ft.
17 x 20 sq. ft.
15 ft.
8
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8
--
1,352 sq. ft.
26 x 52 sq. ft.
17 ft.
100
-
90
100
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Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
400
Single (1 bed)
195
Double (2 beds)
130
Suites
75
Tax rate
7.75%
Occupancy rate
10%

Location

Getting Here

23 miles, 30-minute drive, from SNA/ Orange County airport.
Distance from airport 25 mi
Parking in the area
Valet parking
( $75.00/day )

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Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club is the perfect blend of Southern California’s legendary laid-back luxury and sincerely elegant service.

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Additional details

With more than 30,000 square feet of indoor meeting space and 80,000 square feet of lush outdoor areas for gatherings, Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club offers a wealth of options for your next meeting or corporate event. Yet as inspiring as our spaces can be on their own, they are merely the foundation for inspiration, the beginning of your group’s experience. Whether your event is in an intimate boardroom, an elegant ballroom, or our expansive Botanical Lawn, the surroundings also create limitless possibilities to blend pleasure and productivity. Everything the team needs is here at our coastal retreat—a private beach club, 18-hole championship golf course, and award-winning dining, as well as amenities and accommodations that will make your meeting feel more like a reward than a requirement. And custom team-building activities, from creative workshops to beach volleyball and our popular Beach Survivor Challenge, create stronger bonds and allow you to work better together.

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Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Frequently Asked Questions

Explore frequently asked questions from the Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach regarding Health and Safety, Sustainability, and Diversity and Inclusion

Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
Hilton has committed to cut our environmental footprint in half and double our social impact by 2030. Refer to our website, https://cr.hilton.com, for details on our award-winning Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) programs.
Does Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
Yes, Hilton has committed to reducing waste in our managed operations by 50% by 2030. Through the end of 2020, we have reduced waste in our managed portfolio by 73% since our 2008 baseline, and our managed and franchised hotels have reduced waste by 62%.

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
No response.
If applicable, could you please provide a link to Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
Please refer to https://jobs.hilton.com/diversity and our annual Supplier Diversity Report (https://cr.hilton.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Hilton-2020-Supplier-Diversity-Report.pdf).

Health and Safety

Were practices at Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
Yes, CDC & WHO. Hilton CleanStay, a new industry-defining standard of cleanliness (https://newsroom.hilton.com/corporate/news/hilton-defining-new-standard-of-cleanliness) Hilton up to date customer messaging: https://www.hilton.com/en/corporate/coronavirus/
Does Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes, Install hand sanitizer stations/disinfecting wipes in public areas & on shuttles; enhanced cleaning of high touch areas, lobbies, elevators, doors, bathrooms; F&B service in accordance with food safety guidelines, dining configured for physical distancing
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