Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach - sunset
Even on a cloudy day, sunsets at the Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach can be spectacular.
Resort, One, Dana Point, California 92629, US
(800) 722-1543
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About Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club

The Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club is a grand Mediterranean retreat that has earned AAA Five Diamond Awards since 2003 and Mobil/Forbes Five Star Awards since 2007. The Monarch Bay Beach Club is a private beach club across the Pacific Coast Highway where guests have access to a private beach and an all-day food menu in a gorgeous setting.

Facts

Price Range$$$$
Property Class★★★★★
Acres162
Year Opened2001
Number of Units300-500

Amenities

RestaurantsFine, Casual
Room TypesRoom, Suite
TennisYes
Fitness CenterYes
Beach AccessYes
Banquet SpaceYes
SpaYes

Services

Kids ProgramYes
Room ServiceYes
ConciergeYes

Rules

Is the resort pet friendly?Yes
Is resort stay required for a tee time?No

Golf courses at Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars
269 Reviews (269)
Review 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Played

Too much traffic, time schedule was terrible

We had 3:41 appointments, they told us have to wait for 2 other people, we tee off and waited 20 minutes.

Traffic was terrible, waited each hole.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
1.0
1.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 1.0
Layout 3.0
Friendliness 3.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 3.0
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Stunning views, friendly and helpful staff

Monarch Cafe is an added plus to this stunning course. Kudos to the crew that runs Monarch Cafe.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 9
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Immaculate

Warm up facilities are immaculate, hitting mats, right next to chipping and putting greens, with Callaway range balls to hit making a warm up before your round so much fun and productive. Greens through out the course were amazing and the entire lay out was fun bun not too tough. Approach shots and greens is where the most challenging aspect. Views for days, hands down the best course and experience I’ve played to date.

First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

A+

The course is in great shape and the Monarch Cafe is so yummy.

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Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 61
Handicap 15-19
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 3.0
Amenities 4.0
Reviews 2
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Great course

Greens had recently been aerated and pace was a little slow.

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Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 2.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 2.0
Amenities 5.0
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Reviews 9
Plays Once a week
Recommended
Played
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 2.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 32
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 4.0
Reviews 4
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 4.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Review 1
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a month
Recommended
Played
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First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Review 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Golf with friends

Course is great to play, very pricey due to location . Was not made aware they were renovating hole 12 the 4 handicap par 5, they made it a 120yd par 3. Also shut down tee box on hole 14 to protect workers, shortening this hole by 65yds. Was made aware the night before via email. They did give each player a sleeve of golf balls for the inconvenience

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 4.0
Layout 2.0
Friendliness 4.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
Review 1
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Beautiful..super slow

Great layout. Greens were pretty good, super friendly staff and cart girls. But pace of play was super slow

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First Time Playing
1.0
1.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 2.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 1.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 2
Recommended
Played

Great course.. no marshal

Love this course it’s great. Some of the people playing it not so much. Doesn’t seem to be a marshal that monitors pace of play.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 5.0
Reviews 7
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Cleared up into a great day!

Got a great deal on Golf Now, started out with typical Southern California marine layer. The day broke around home 8, ended up sunny and beautiful and perfect conditions. Slight breeze, but beautiful conditions and great pace of play, with just a twosome love Monarch! paired with Sam, great young golfer for a fun round, 99% of golfers are just great people! Monarch always one of my favorites.xo

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Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
Review 1
Handicap 10-14
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
Played

Wasnt aware that greens were just punched. With all of the recent rain, would have thought that the fairways would have been in better shape.

Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
2.0
2.0 out of 5 stars
Value 1.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 1.0
Amenities 5.0
Difficulty 4.0
Reviews 40
Recommended
Played
4.0
4.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 3.0
Value 3.0
Layout 4.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 4.0
Amenities 4.0
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Commented on 01/02/2026

Thank you zeskenazi99 for taking the time to review us. Visit again soon -

Eric Lohman, PGA GM

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Anonymous
Reviews 91
Recommended
Played
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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Commented on 10/24/2025

Thank you for taking the time to rate us 5-stars!!!!

- Eric Lohman, PGA GM

Review 1
Skill Beginner
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Amazing!

The course was absolutely beautiful and everyone that works there is super friendly and welcoming! Had a fabulous experience! Hope to play there again soon!

First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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Commented on 10/24/2025

Thank you, dufferaguilar, for taking the time to share your experience! We also hope you can join us again soon!

- Eric Lohman, PGA GM

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Anonymous
Reviews 67
Recommended
Played
Previously Played
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 5.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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Commented on 10/24/2025

Thank you for the 5-star review!

- Eric Lohman, PGA GM

Reviews 21
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
Recommended
Played

Greens designed by the Devil

Fantastic course. In great shape. Played in under 4 hours. Staff was great. Greens are undulating and diabolical. Pricey but had a great time.

First Time Playing
5.0
5.0 out of 5 stars
Conditions 5.0
Value 4.0
Layout 5.0
Friendliness 5.0
Pace 5.0
Amenities 5.0
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Commented on 10/24/2025

Thank you, SoCalBlue, for taking the time to rate us on GolfPass! Our green are tough!!!

Visit again soon -

Eric Lohman, PGA GM

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