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. Consider staying at least one whole day in San Clemente to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in San Clemente

If you’re looking for affordable options, Rocco's Restaurant (203 N. El Camino Real) and Pierside Kitchen + Bar (610 Avenida Victoria) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Inka Mama's - San Clemente (111 W Avenida Palizada #303) and Pronto Cucina Italiana (221 B Avenida Del Mar) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in San Clemente.

When to visit San Clemente

San Clemente in January
Estimated hotel price
S$ 158
1 night at 3-star hotel
San Clemente in January
Estimated hotel price
S$ 158
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. The shortest flight to San Clemente from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 15h 10m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to San Clemente. The train station in San Clemente is called San Clemente Pier, and is located 1.1 km from the city centre.

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 Alamo and Dollar, 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. The shortest flight to San Clemente from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 15h 10m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to San Clemente. The train station in San Clemente is called San Clemente Pier, and is located 1.1 km from the city centre.

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 Alamo and Dollar, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near San Clemente

SANSan Diego
LAXLos Angeles
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Airlines serving San Clemente

Lufthansa
Good (7,407 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,386 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,363 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,957 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,737 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,924 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,925 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,336 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,144 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,486 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,114 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,250 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,894 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,324 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (993 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (359 reviews)
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Where to stay in San Clemente

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include The Patriots Boutique Motel and Calafia Inn San Clemente Newly renovated.

Where to stay in popular areas of San Clemente

Most booked hotels in San Clemente

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Holiday Inn Express San Clemente North
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
S$ 243+
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San Clemente Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
S$ 162+
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The Volare Ascend Hotel Collection
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
S$ 218+
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Oceana Boutique Hotel
3 stars
Okay (5.2, Okay reviews)
S$ 116+
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Hiring a car in San Clemente

Expect to pay S$ 1.21 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 S$ 14.42 and S$ 19.22. Compact (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in San Clemente, while also 58% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay S$ 1.21 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 S$ 14.42 and S$ 19.22. Compact (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in San Clemente, while also 58% cheaper than other types, on average.

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