The Monarch Beach Resort, a AAA five-diamond beachfront resort nestled along the coast of Dana Point, debuted June 2016 after completion of its $40 million transformation that introduces guests to a reimagined destination experience steeped in the relaxed sun-splashed sophistication of coastal Orange County. Expressions of the resort’s personality – equal parts sophisticated, approachable and intimate, that celebrate Dana Point’s playful coastal lifestyle.
The distinctive property is nestled hillside and offers panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, coastal paths leading to seaside bluffs and its private access to the beach, the Robert Trent Jones Jr.-designed Monarch Beach Golf Links, newly renovated guest rooms and suites, and unparalleled service, setting the standard for amiable SoCal hospitality.
A coastal palette of cool blues, greens and crisp whites distinguish the 400 newly appointed guest rooms and suites designed by Los Angeles-based Rodrigo Vargas Design, known for its passion for understated luxury. The refreshed rooms, which were completed in summer 2015, feature modern textiles top to bottom, sea grass textured wallpaper, luxurious chaise lounges, flexible headboard reading lamps, ocean inspired artwork, and marble top armoires to complement the full marble baths. Modern patio furniture adorns the balconies off every room and suite, and all first-floor balconies feature new fire pits for true beach lifestyle. State-of-the-art communication panels provide one-touch access to housekeeping to request service, turndown or privacy, and text messages prompting valet to retrieve guest vehicles.
The recently appointed Executive Chef Collin Thornton will oversee the following dining concepts: Stonehill Tavern at Monarch Beach Resort is Michael Mina’s acclaimed restaurant concept, offering tavern fare in an elegant and sophisticated setting. Guests of the Forbes Four-Star Stonehill Tavern enjoy a one-of-a-kind dining experience, including modern American cuisine that features seasonal ingredients and contemporary twists on classic tavern dishes. With Chef Michael Mina’s signature Lobster Pot Pie as a menu mainstay, the culinary team continuously develops new offerings using the region’s finest ingredients. AVEO Table & Bar features a new Mediterranean concept, designed by San Francisco-based hospitality firm Puccini Group, that embraces the seasonal bounty of the Californian coastline in a redesigned setting that offers more expansive views of the ocean. The restaurant takes a “Farm-to-Bar” approach, showcasing local ingredients and resort-grown herbs and honey.
Designed to be the convivial living room for the local community, the new lobby lounge area 33˚North, also designed by Rodrigo Vargas Design, is sectioned off into three distinct areas that cater to different social scenes: a bar, a living room salon and an ocean view outdoor patio − arguably the best perch in the house. Ocean-themed art, soft, comfortable furniture and fireside niches encourage intimate conversation under the stars.
Monarch Beach Resort’s private access to the beach grants guests access to the pristine shores of the Pacific Ocean where umbrellas, towels, and chair service is complimentary and available to all resort guests.
Life in Balance Spa is Miraval Group’s first hotel partnership and first coastal location. Renowned for its “Life in Balance” philosophy and innovative programs and activities, the 30,000-square foot Miraval provides guests with a new expansive wellness and spa experience inspired by the resort’s oceanfront location and rooted in practices that deliver a healthy lifestyle. The spa offers more than 70 signature and new treatments inspired by its coastal location, holistic movement and mediation programing, access to nutrition specialists, healthful culinary workshops, expert speaker series, and encompasses 24 treatment rooms and spa suites, a lap pool, boutique, Dana Point’s first Drybar salon and Deborah Lippmann nail suite, and relaxation and tranquility zones.
Designed by the renowned Robert Trent Jones, Jr., the Monarch Beach Golf Links is an award-winning, championship 18-hole golf course – recently deemed a 2016-2017 Gold Medal Resort by Golf Magazine. Modeled in the traditional Scottish links style, and set along the peerless backdrop of the Pacific Ocean, this challenging 6,600-yard course features rolling greens and tight fairways to entice golfers of all skill levels. The Resort’s pristine year-round weather, professional golf shop, new Club 19 restaurant on the first tee, and professional lessons make this an alluring destination for golf enthusiasts.
To book your staycation at Monarch Beach Resort, please visit www.monarchbeachresort.com or call 1-800-722-1543.
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