What's it like in Downtown?

Travellers to San Juan Capistrano's Downtown neighbourhood will be sure to enjoy a stay here. Make sure that you visit Mission San Juan Capistrano and Blas Aguilar Adobe as part of your Downtown travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Downtown?

Based on our traveller data, Best Western Capistrano Inn is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown. This hotel is a short 9-minute walk from Mission San Juan Capistrano, and it offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool.

How many hotels are there in Downtown?

When you want to find places to stay in San Juan Capistrano, start by booking one of Expedia's 6 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals available in Downtown.

What is there to do in this San Juan Capistrano neighbourhood?

Mission San Juan Capistrano, Blas Aguilar Adobe and Regency Theatres San Juan Capistrano are just a few attractions to check out in Downtown. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Trevor's At The Tracks and Rancho Capistrano Winery are some other places worth a visit. Los Rios Historic District, The Coach House and The Coach House Concert Hall are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown. Dana Hills Tennis Center and Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in San Juan Capistrano.

How can I get around Downtown and the greater San Juan Capistrano area?

To venture out of town, take a train from San Juan Capistrano Depot.

Top 10 Downtown Hotels of 2026

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Our top choices for Downtown hotels

1. Best Western Capistrano Inn

Downtown

Susana

includes taxes & fees

10 Aug - 11 Aug

2. Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, Autograph Collection by Marriott

Downtown

Vagan

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo

5.3 km from Downtown

Romie

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

4. Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

4.6 km from Downtown

Mike

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

5. Laguna Inn & Suites

5.3 km from Downtown

Junxian

includes taxes & fees

5 Aug - 6 Aug

6. Casablanca Inn

8 km from Downtown

Allison

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

7. Dana Point Marina Inn

5.3 km from Downtown

Aaron

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

8. Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG

8.1 km from Downtown

Erica

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

9. Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

4.7 km from Downtown

Marxis

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

Beach nearby, white sand, sun-loungers, beach towels

10. Capistrano Coast House

4.8 km from Downtown

Andrea

includes taxes & fees

20 Aug - 21 Aug

11. Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores

4.6 km from Downtown

William

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

12. Laguna Hills Lodge

13.6 km from Downtown

ky

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

13. Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

13.8 km from Downtown

Ryan

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

14. Best Western Plus Dana Point Inn-by-the-sea

4.8 km from Downtown

Connie

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

15. Homewood Suites by Hilton Aliso Viejo - Laguna Beach

11 km from Downtown

Anja

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

16. Hotel Avenida, San Clemente Beach

8.3 km from Downtown

Tamara

includes taxes & fees

4 Aug - 5 Aug

17. The Volare, an Ascend Collection Hotel

9.2 km from Downtown

Dean

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

In-room safe, free WiFi, individually decorated, individually furnished

18. Nomads Hotel - Near San Clemente Pier

9 km from Downtown

Michael

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

Desk, free WiFi, alarm clocks, bed sheets

19. Americas Best Value Inn San Clemente Beach

10.7 km from Downtown

Kyle

includes taxes & fees

4 Aug - 5 Aug

20. Calafia Inn

11.1 km from Downtown

PATRICIA

includes taxes & fees

4 Aug - 5 Aug

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Where to stay in Downtown

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Del Obispo

If you're spending some time in Del Obispo, The Coach House and The Sea Caves are top sights worth seeing.

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Rancho Mission Viejo

While there might not be top attractions in Rancho Mission Viejo, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park and Mission San Juan Capistrano.

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Top Downtown Hotel Reviews

Laguna Hills Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice pool area, staff was very helpful and courteous. The enhanced continental breakfast was nice, but it would be a really nice addition to have waffle maker."

Sonesta Select Laguna Hills Irvine Spectrum

10/10 Excellent

"I couldn’t get into my timeshare in San Clemente when visiting Southern California for a high school reunion. So, I opted for Sonesta in Laguna Hills instead. This was a very affordable, clean and convenient alternative! I liked having the fridge in the room and also access to a microwave in the lobby. The pool and hot tub were also great to be able to use! I’ll return if I find myself in the same situation!"

Dana Point Marina Inn

8/10 Good

"The check in was smooth with a friendly staff member. The room was clean with a pretty harbor view. The shower was powerful and had plenty of hot water. The bed was comfortable. The furniture and bathroom was a bit dated and worn. There was some weird writing/logo on the upper corner of the TV screen that wouldn’t go away. We had a comfortable and enjoyable stay and would stay there again."

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Our top choices for Downtown hotels

1. Best Western Capistrano Inn

2. Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, Autograph Collection by Marriott

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo

4. Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

5. Laguna Inn & Suites

6. Casablanca Inn

7. Dana Point Marina Inn

8. Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG

9. Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

10. Capistrano Coast House

11. Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores

12. Laguna Hills Lodge

13. Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

14. Best Western Plus Dana Point Inn-by-the-sea

15. Homewood Suites by Hilton Aliso Viejo - Laguna Beach

16. Hotel Avenida, San Clemente Beach

17. The Volare, an Ascend Collection Hotel

18. Nomads Hotel - Near San Clemente Pier

19. Americas Best Value Inn San Clemente Beach

20. Calafia Inn

Where to stay in Downtown

Del Obispo

Rancho Mission Viejo

Top Downtown Hotel Reviews

Laguna Hills Lodge

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