San Clemente Travel Guide

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With a population of 63,522, San Clemente is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything San Clemente has to offer.

If you’re looking for affordable options, Nick's - San Clemente (213 Avenida Del Mar) and South of Nick's - San Clemente (110 N. El Camino Real) are great picks.

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Estimated hotel price

C$ 164

1 night at 3-star hotel

C$ 164

1 night at 3-star hotel

Plane

Although San Clemente doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to John Wayne Airport, OC (SNA), which is located 36 km from San Clemente. San Diego Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air Canada, United Airlines, Air New Zealand and other airlines departing from Canada. The shortest flight to San Clemente from Canada departs from Vancouver and takes around 2h.

Car

Another option to get to San Clemente is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 95 km from San Clemente. You’ll find branches of Ace and Fox, among others, in Los Angeles.

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Car

Another option to get to San Clemente is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 95 km from San Clemente. You’ll find branches of Ace and Fox, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near San Clemente

SANSan Diego

LAXLos Angeles Los Angeles

SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Airlines serving San Clemente

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Emirates

Excellent (3,648 reviews)

Scandinavian Airlines

Good (1,932 reviews)

LOT

Good (1,213 reviews)

Air Canada

Good (11,455 reviews)

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Where to stay in San Clemente

Average rates range from around C$ 296 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 157 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hotel Avenida, San Clemente Beach and The Patriots' Boutique Motel.

Where to stay in popular areas of San Clemente

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Holiday Inn Express San Clemente North

3 stars

Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)

C$ 198+

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Residence Inn by Marriott Dana Point San Juan Capistrano

3 stars

Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)

C$ 288+

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San Clemente Inn

3 stars

Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)

C$ 160+

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The Volare, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3 stars

Good (7.9, Good reviews)

C$ 173+

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Best Western Capistrano Inn

3 stars

Good (7.8, Good reviews)

C$ 178+

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Americas Best Value Inn San Clemente Beach

2 stars

Good (7.1, Good reviews)

C$ 145+

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Renting a car in San Clemente costs C$ 50 per day, on average, or C$ 150 if you want to rent it for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 32% cheaper than airport locations in San Clemente.

Expect to pay C$ 1.64 per litre in San Clemente (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 19.57 and C$ 26.09.

Renting a car in San Clemente costs C$ 50 per day, on average, or C$ 150 if you want to rent it for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 32% cheaper than airport locations in San Clemente.

Expect to pay C$ 1.64 per litre in San Clemente (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 19.57 and C$ 26.09.

Car rental agencies in San Clemente

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