Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

San Clemente travel guide

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You're Going to Love San Clemente

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.

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Where to Eat in San Clemente

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.

When to visit San Clemente

San Clemente in January
Estimated hotel price
£88
1 night at 3-star hotel
San Clemente in January
Estimated hotel price
£88
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to San Clemente

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 American Airlines, British Airways, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest flight to San Clemente from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 11h 15m.

Car

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

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 American Airlines, British Airways, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest flight to San Clemente from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 11h 15m.

Car

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

Lufthansa
Good (8,221 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,579 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,220 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,071 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,473 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,564 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,246 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,650 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,733 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,658 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (959 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,211 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,984 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,199 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,621 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,533 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,429 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,486 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,600 reviews)
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Where to stay in San Clemente

Average rates range from around £148 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £84 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hotel Avenida, San Clemente Beach and Americas Best Value Inn San Clemente Beach.

Where to stay in popular areas of San Clemente

Most booked hotels in San Clemente

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Capistrano Surfside Inn
0 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£135+
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Holiday Inn Express San Clemente North
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£94+
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San Clemente Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£71+
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Hilton Vacation Club Riviera Beach & Shores
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£166+
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Capistrano Coast House
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£103+
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The Volare, an Ascend Collection Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£94+
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Hiring a car in San Clemente

Hiring a car in San Clemente costs £26 per day, on average, or £77 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 40% cheaper than airport locations in San Clemente.

Expect to pay £0.87 per litre in San Clemente (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £10.38 and £13.84.

Hiring a car in San Clemente costs £26 per day, on average, or £77 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 40% cheaper than airport locations in San Clemente.

Expect to pay £0.87 per litre in San Clemente (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £10.38 and £13.84.

Car hire agencies in San Clemente

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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Hertz

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