Sep 28, 2016, 11:56 am
Last edit by: Astrophsx
Daily resort fee is $60 (not waived with status or with booking a club room)
Valet fee is $70 per night
Platinum benefits:
- Free breakfast is no longer offered
- 1,000 welcome points
- One category upgrade based upon availability (usually a coastline or ocean view room)
Tips from a local:
- If you want to avoid the $70 valet fee and don't mind a 10 minute stroll you can park for free on Niguel Rd & Stonehill Dr on the hill except for Friday’s between 10am and Noon.
- The marine layer usually burns off around noon to 1pm each day.
- May, June, and early July are known as “May gray/June gloom”. This time of the year is usually overcast and not the most ideal beach weather. Hot summer weather is usually July to mid-October.
- Beach Hut Deli and Moulin are cheaper places for lunch and are a ~3 minute walk. There is a hidden walking path on the backside of the property that makes walking there slightly easier at Cabrillo Isle & Ritz Carlton drive.
- If you live in the area there is a locals "anniversary" card that allows for a 15% discount on food/alcohol/spa and free valet parking for the day for two cars (not for overnight stays). You will need to show evidence that you live in the area.
- Valet is $5 for the day if visiting a restaurant or marketplace.
- The free OC Parks Summer Concert Series on the Salt Creek Beach lawn is usually a few weekends in August and is very popular locally. Alcohol is sold and usually multiple food trucks. They also have free movies on the lawn during the weekends in August.
- Wireless, high-speed Internet access in guest rooms and common areas.
- Outdoor Yoga, Pilates, and Seaside Hikes alternate daily.
- Shuttle service to and from Salt Creek Beach on an individual guest request basis (not applicable to group transfers).
- Access to resort’s Beach Butler Service and use of beach recreation equipment including towel service, umbrellas, and beach chairs.
- Unlimited use of the Tennis Courts including rackets. Tournament and clinic fees are additional.
- Courtesy resort driver – transportation within 3 miles of the resort.
- Complimentary 45 minute private photography session and one digital image (not applicable to special occasions and events).
- A special Garden Tour experience where you discover Birds, Bees, and Butterflies local to Dana Point in the beautiful Eco-Adventure Garden, reserve through the [email protected] m.
Valet fee is $70 per night
Platinum benefits:
- Free breakfast is no longer offered
- 1,000 welcome points
- One category upgrade based upon availability (usually a coastline or ocean view room)
Tips from a local:
- If you want to avoid the $70 valet fee and don't mind a 10 minute stroll you can park for free on Niguel Rd & Stonehill Dr on the hill except for Friday’s between 10am and Noon.
- The marine layer usually burns off around noon to 1pm each day.
- May, June, and early July are known as “May gray/June gloom”. This time of the year is usually overcast and not the most ideal beach weather. Hot summer weather is usually July to mid-October.
- Beach Hut Deli and Moulin are cheaper places for lunch and are a ~3 minute walk. There is a hidden walking path on the backside of the property that makes walking there slightly easier at Cabrillo Isle & Ritz Carlton drive.
- If you live in the area there is a locals "anniversary" card that allows for a 15% discount on food/alcohol/spa and free valet parking for the day for two cars (not for overnight stays). You will need to show evidence that you live in the area.
- Valet is $5 for the day if visiting a restaurant or marketplace.
- The free OC Parks Summer Concert Series on the Salt Creek Beach lawn is usually a few weekends in August and is very popular locally. Alcohol is sold and usually multiple food trucks. They also have free movies on the lawn during the weekends in August.
Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel [Master Thread]
Oct 15, 2022, 4:29 pm
#136
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: LAX/NYC
Programs: Bonvoy Ambassador, HH G, BR Diamond/*G, BAEC Gold, Hertz PC
Posts: 567
Going to be staying at this property for a 2-night weekend with the kids as an ambassador..
any recent upgrade success? I booked the lowest Garden view room on points.
hopefully there’s at least a small acknowledgement… only thing that irks me is the $70 a night parking. This is not New York or Boston.. we have space in cali.
any recent upgrade success? I booked the lowest Garden view room on points.
hopefully there’s at least a small acknowledgement… only thing that irks me is the $70 a night parking. This is not New York or Boston.. we have space in cali.
Jun 26, 2023, 8:19 pm
#137
Join Date: Jun 2014
Programs: Delta, aa, united silver
Posts: 64
cancellations?
Hi - anyone have experience with having to cancel? Supposed to be charge of 2 nights at prevailing rate at that time if within the cancellation policy. Have heard two things from titanium line 1) that your points are redeposited but you are charged the prevailing rate, but that it is waived for Titanium elites and 2) lose points and any cash paid for upgrade to club for two nights. Any input or experience would be most appreciated. Looking into travel insurance also, so any tips there would be great. Don't want to cancel but could happen. Thanks
Dec 24, 2023, 2:57 pm
#139
Join Date: Feb 2009
Posts: 3,737
No problem. In fact, they give locals a discount card so they can increase traffic to their restaurants. They charge $10 for valet for the full day as long as you aren't staying over night, though they have often waived this for me during the off season. You can park at Salt Creek Beach for a few dollars and walk up the hill. For free parking you can park on Stonehill Drive (~10 min walk). The180blu restaurant on the patio is first come first serve and has a great view. You can order drinks at the indoor bar, walk around the property, and go to the large fire pit in the back and watch the sunset.
Dec 25, 2023, 4:23 pm
#140
Join Date: Nov 2006
Programs: Marriott Platinum, Hilton Diamond, IHG Platinum
Posts: 3,722
No problem. In fact, they give locals a discount card so they can increase traffic to their restaurants. They charge $10 for valet for the full day as long as you aren't staying over night, though they have often waived this for me during the off season. You can park at Salt Creek Beach for a few dollars and walk up the hill. For free parking you can park on Stonehill Drive (~10 min walk). The180blu restaurant on the patio is first come first serve and has a great view. You can order drinks at the indoor bar, walk around the property, and go to the large fire pit in the back and watch the sunset.
Mar 21, 2024, 3:40 pm
#142
Join Date: Feb 2009
Posts: 3,737