hotel with smoking rooms in Lake Forest, CA

1. Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel (4-star hotel)

About this hotel

A 3-minute walk from John Wayne Airport, this relaxed hotel in a business area is 2 miles from the Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve and 8 miles from Newport Beach on the Pacific Ocean.Informal rooms feature flat-screen TVs, minifridges, and tea and coffeemakers, as well as Wi-Fi access. Room service is offered.An airport shuttle is complimentary. Parking is available for a fee. Other amenities include a casual restaurant and bar, plus an outdoor pool, a hot tub, tennis courts and a gym. Pets are welcome.

Things You Need to Know

  • 18 min drive to Crystal Cove State Park
  • Guests liked the large rooms but some complained about the air conditioning
  • Guests mentioned the bathrooms are unclean
  • Guests mentioned lobbies 42 times
  • Guests liked the architecture
  • Guests liked the fitness center
  • Guests praised the nightlife

Feedback From Real Customers

Erik Prussel

Stayed at this hotel for three nights with the family The hotel is about a 20 minute drive to Disneyland and about a 20 minute drive to Newport Pier The hotel is definitely a business class type of hotel

The hotel is very clean The pool is very nice No free breakfast but that is to be expected at a hotel that is more of a business class hotel My main complaint about this hotel is the $39/night for parking that they charge Our room was cleaned each day which I have found does not always happen these days at all hotels Shirley’s Bagels is a good bagel place close by If you do go to Newport Pier prepare for the challenge of finding a good parking space but once you do the beach there is a lot of fun and there is a lot of good places to eat down there The four stars instead of five stars is simply because of the insane rate of $39/night for parking

Stephanie Fritz

We stayed here last summerThis is such a wonderful hotel Very clean and very spacious

It is near tons of restaurants and 5 mins from the airport, though it stays very quiet!The pool is gorgeous and clean and their outdoor seating area with the fire pits are amazingEvery person who worked there was so kind and accommodatingWe stayed a week Our only complaint is there was a wedding the whole time we were there so it was very loud and we had to park very far away The entire front entrance to get in was closed off so you had to magically find a door to get to your roomAll in all, for this price, we will be staying again!

Bea Kissinger

Such an amazing stay at Renaissance Newport Beach This hotel has such an amazing vibe The entire place is so nice and clean, the decor was very hip and modern

Every single person who works here was so friendly and eager to helpWe stayed in a 2 Queen room that had a Mountain View The room was spacious, clean and very well kept I would definitely stay here again and recommend to anyone visiting

2. Courtyard by Marriott Foothill Ranch Irvine East/Lake Forest (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

This straightforward hotel is 4.8 miles from the Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park and 7.5 miles from the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater.Contemporary rooms offer free WiFi, desks, 42-inch flat-screen TVs, minifridges and coffeemakers. Suites add separate living areas.Social spaces include a living room-style lobby and an outdoor courtyard. The American restaurant serves breakfast and dinner as well as all-day drinks, including Starbucks coffee. There’s also a business center with workstations and printers, and 4 meeting rooms. Other amenities include an outdoor heated pool and hot tub, an exercise room and free on-site parking.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests liked the clean rooms
  • 13 min drive to O’Neill Regional Park
  • Some guests complained about the bathrooms
  • Guests praised the friendly service
  • Guests mentioned “Bistro” 14 times
  • Guests mentioned lobbies 20 times
  • Guests liked the bar

Feedback From Real Customers

Erin Lucke Starr

Rooms are clean and hotel is nice – unfortunately I can’t say the same for a front desk staff member who made my experience less than ideal I had been staying two nights previously and just needed one additional night I walked in said I’d like to book a room to which the night front desk clerk Informed me that he is not able to make a reservation and I would have to do it online

I thought I was being punked because I’m literally standing at the front desk of the hotel and in a less than pleasant fashion repeated “online, online, yes online” I asked for anyone else that could me and their name and number and they let me know that that person wouldn’t be here until Monday Which means they don’t have a manager Saturday and Sunday and conveniently they’re out of all the contact information for this person This really ruined my experience that was so great for the first two nights that I stayed here That’s very unfortunate And both outlets at the bed only work if the light is turned on in this room

Kevin Neuer

Nice location clean hotelStolen items from room by housekeepingDeposit wasn’t released for two weeks and 7 phone calls ( must have slipped through the cracks they said )Stay at Hilton across the road not as pretty but a comfortable clean quiet stay

3. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Irvine Lake Forest (2-star hotel)

About this hotel

In a commercial area off Interstate 5, this casual all-suite hotel is 6 miles from Orange County Great Park and 3 miles from Irvine Spectrum Center, a shopping and entertainment complex.The relaxed suites feature kitchens, and sitting and dining areas. All have flat-screen TVs and Wi-Fi; some have sofas.Outdoor amenities include a pool, BBQ facilities and a patio with a fire pit. There’s a 24-hour gym and a coin-operated laundry. A breakfast buffet is available, as are parking and electric charging stations.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the rooms
  • 6 min drive to the Pretend City Children’s Museum
  • 59 min drive to Los Angeles International Airport
  • Guests liked the service
  • The fitness center has weight machines

Feedback From Real Customers

Dahlia Yosephine Mission Bøjer

I love the hotel, full recommend Is a new hotel with simple and elegant decorThe hotel and the room is clean and the breakfast made by Mr Antony is very good, he Is very service minded and helpful breakfast man

The staff is always concerns to what we need during our stay for two weeks at the hotelThey have good facilities The kitchen,Laundry room, swimming pool, gym, all is lovelyWould love to come back againBest regards from Denmark

Greta

The hotel is close to 405 and 5, along with many other hotels in the area Overall it’s ok for the price The room looks clean but the sheets and towels look pretty old, and quite a few of them have strange holes on them

We are given queen size sheets while staying in a king size room Takes a few days before the staff put a trash bag in the trash bin Water is very small in the restroom, and I was told it’s the same the whole building (it’s the max we can get in the pic) Sink is very smelly so we keep the restroom door closed all the time The AC is semi controllable, it will turn on automatic once a while even if you turn it off You have to wave in front of control panel to stop it (Or this thing is too advanced that I used it totally wrong)I’m also surprised how hard it is to get the Marriott member benefits I asked the lady about the welcome gift, she told me this is not a typical Marriott hotel (even though they charge parking like a typical Marriott) Do not even dream of getting an upgrade as a gold member sometimes can get They have a room available if you pay, but become unavailable at the moment you told them you are a gold memberI do appreciate the young gentleman David at the front desk Always willing to help, finally put the trash bag in the trash bin on his shiftBreakfast is free and nice, they change items every day

susan bergquist

If you are looking for a noisy hotel with little employee interaction, this is the place for you I asked for a quiet room upon check-in and was placed with the elevators on one side and ice machine on the other Insulation is lacking so you enjoy hearing people above and below you clump around their rooms

You are also treated to the slamming of doors on your floor and the one above you I stayed 9 days and had one employee greet me upon entering The amenities in the shower crashed to the floor at 4:30 AM as they came unhinged from the wall The beds and showers were great though Nice little kitchen area The morning breakfast staff were the only friendly folks around

4. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Irvine Lake Forest (2-star hotel)

About this hotel

In a commercial area off Interstate 5, this casual all-suite hotel is 6 miles from Orange County Great Park and 3 miles from Irvine Spectrum Center, a shopping and entertainment complex.The relaxed suites feature kitchens, and sitting and dining areas. All have flat-screen TVs and Wi-Fi; some have sofas.Outdoor amenities include a pool, BBQ facilities and a patio with a fire pit. There’s a 24-hour gym and a coin-operated laundry. A breakfast buffet is available, as are parking and electric charging stations.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the rooms
  • 6 min drive to the Pretend City Children’s Museum
  • 59 min drive to Los Angeles International Airport
  • Guests liked the service
  • The fitness center has weight machines

Feedback From Real Customers

Dahlia Yosephine Mission Bøjer

I love the hotel, full recommend Is a new hotel with simple and elegant decorThe hotel and the room is clean and the breakfast made by Mr Antony is very good, he Is very service minded and helpful breakfast man

The staff is always concerns to what we need during our stay for two weeks at the hotelThey have good facilities The kitchen,Laundry room, swimming pool, gym, all is lovelyWould love to come back againBest regards from Denmark

Greta

The hotel is close to 405 and 5, along with many other hotels in the area Overall it’s ok for the price The room looks clean but the sheets and towels look pretty old, and quite a few of them have strange holes on them

We are given queen size sheets while staying in a king size room Takes a few days before the staff put a trash bag in the trash bin Water is very small in the restroom, and I was told it’s the same the whole building (it’s the max we can get in the pic) Sink is very smelly so we keep the restroom door closed all the time The AC is semi controllable, it will turn on automatic once a while even if you turn it off You have to wave in front of control panel to stop it (Or this thing is too advanced that I used it totally wrong)I’m also surprised how hard it is to get the Marriott member benefits I asked the lady about the welcome gift, she told me this is not a typical Marriott hotel (even though they charge parking like a typical Marriott) Do not even dream of getting an upgrade as a gold member sometimes can get They have a room available if you pay, but become unavailable at the moment you told them you are a gold memberI do appreciate the young gentleman David at the front desk Always willing to help, finally put the trash bag in the trash bin on his shiftBreakfast is free and nice, they change items every day

susan bergquist

If you are looking for a noisy hotel with little employee interaction, this is the place for you I asked for a quiet room upon check-in and was placed with the elevators on one side and ice machine on the other Insulation is lacking so you enjoy hearing people above and below you clump around their rooms

You are also treated to the slamming of doors on your floor and the one above you I stayed 9 days and had one employee greet me upon entering The amenities in the shower crashed to the floor at 4:30 AM as they came unhinged from the wall The beds and showers were great though Nice little kitchen area The morning breakfast staff were the only friendly folks around

5. Laguna Hills Lodge (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Less than a mile from I-5, this informal, family-owned hotel is 8.2 miles from Orange County Great Park, and 12.3 miles from Crystal Cove at Newport Beach.Accessed by exterior corridors, the relaxed rooms feature free Wi-Fi and satellite TV, plus desks, minifridges and microwaves. Some rooms also have balconies.Amenities include free on-site parking and continental breakfast, plus discounts at nearby chain restaurants. There’s also a heated outdoor pool, a hot tub, Finnish saunas and a fitness center.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests liked the large, clean rooms and praised the kitchenettes
  • 8 min drive to the Pretend City Children’s Museum
  • Guests praised the friendly, professional service
  • Guests mentioned “Continental Breakfast” 11 times
  • Guests praised the grounds
  • Guests liked the breakfast
  • Guests praised the outdoor pool and the hot tub
  • Guests praised the spa

Feedback From Real Customers

M Nelson

Our time there was very nice, but the room is dated and some of the furniture could use some repair/scratch treatment They could also update the chairs in the room to something a little more comfortable Otherwise, the breakfast was basically continental/American and had some decent choices

The hotel is also conveniently located to shopping and many good restaurants and fast food places I would recommend them to anyone who wants a decent place to stay for a reasonable price

Sue H

My cousin and his wife stayed here to be close to my Mom in Laguna Woods They were given a discount on the room, and breakfast was included They reported it was very nice

There was a fridge in the room and she loved the heat lamp and plush towels in the bathroom! It was very clean and they loved the beautiful grounds They would definitely stay here again

Tommy Savage

Great clean rooms with a so-so continent breakfast, but it is free, so how can I complain The brightest point of the hotel besides it’s cleanliness, great sized rooms and fair prices is the staff that works there They are the most helpful individuals I have ever met

They were always concerned about my needs and did everything they could to take care of everything for me It didn’t matter if it was the morning shift or evening shift they were all fantastic! Thank you ladies and gentlemen for being true professionals!

6. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Irvine Lake Forest (2-star hotel)

About this hotel

Off Interstate 5, this unassuming all-suite hotel is 2 miles from the Pretend City Children’s Museum and 3 miles from the Irvine Spectrum Center shopping mall.Relaxed suites offer Wi-Fi and flat-screens, plus minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers. All feature living areas.Amenities include an exercise room and a hot tub. Parking and a breakfast buffet are available.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the rooms
  • 6 min drive to the Pretend City Children’s Museum
  • 59 min drive to Los Angeles International Airport
  • The fitness center has weight machines and free weights

Feedback From Real Customers

Bill Vasvary

I was very impressed by the room we were given at this fairly new Hotel (less than 2 years old) It was a room for handicapped customers so it was large and nicely arranged with an extra large bathroom, a pullout couch in a decent size living area, and a large King size bed semi-seperate from the couch and desk area A refrigerator, microwave, closet cabinet, and coffee maker were also included

The hotel is somewhat small for a Marriot which is nice The breakfast is serve yourself and free There is a lounge on the first floor which was popular over the Labor Day weekend The personnel were very friendly and helpful I highly recommend this hotel for anyone traveling to this area and looking for a reasonably priced hotel They have an underground parking facility but they usually charge extra for it

Bridgett

I was pleasantly surprised by how much I loved this hotel The beds were extremely soft, the carpet felt super plush and soft, the rooms and entire hotel smelled fresh, clean and new The bathroom was a little tight but nothing to complain

I loved the walk in closet Oh and the desk with sliding privacy window was super cool, the TV has a mount that let you move it and the room key doubles as a light switch for the roomSuper happy with everything, and the staff were exceptional

Mark N

Very nice hotel, the room was in perfect condition, no issues that I could see We had a double queen, nicely arranged with a nice sitting area The room was also very clean!The breakfast was your typical hotel breakfast as expected

The price was reasonable for the cleanliness and quality of the roomHighly recommend!

7. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest – Irvine East, an IHG Hotel (2-star hotel)

About this hotel

Set amid shopping plazas on a broad, tree-lined thoroughfare, this straightforward hotel is 4 miles from I-5, 6 miles from the Pretend City Children’s Museum and 7 miles from hiking trails in Red Rock Canyon.Down-to-earth rooms feature free Internet access, flat-screen TVs and iPod docks, in addition to minifridges, microwaves and Keurig coffeemakers. Suites add sitting areas with sofas.Parking and a breakfast buffet are complimentary. Other amenities include a heated outdoor pool, a hot tub and an exercise room, plus guest laundry facilities and meeting space.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the clean rooms, which have TVs
  • Guests praised the beds
  • 13 min drive to the Pretend City Children’s Museum
  • Guests liked the friendly service
  • Guests mentioned “omelettes” 14 times
  • Guests mentioned “a pillow” 11 times

Feedback From Real Customers

Rachel Erdmann

The staff was exceptional Todd was so friendly, going above and beyond to make our stay more enjoyable He recommended an excellent restaurant and suggested a beautiful place to walk where our children could enjoy the wildlife

The room was clean, breakfast was good, and this hotel is in a great location, sharing a driveway with Starbucks! I was also able to use the on-site washer/dryer (for a small fee) to take care of some laundry I highly recommend this hotel if you are looking for a simple and relaxing stay!

Evan Tian

Best service ever!!! This was genuinely the best service that my family and I have ever received, not just for a hotel but any place that we’ve visited All of this is thanks to Todd! As soon as we walked in Todd made sure that we had everything we needed and really helped us get settled in He has to be one of the nicest and most amazing people I’ve ever met, I’m super grateful for all that he’s done for us in our stay

Thanks Todd!The hotel itself is super nice too, with spacious bedrooms and nice, clean bathrooms Complimentary breakfast was amazing as well!All in all, I definitely look forward to coming back to this hotel whenever I visit the area again

Kurt G

Room was very clean, and the hotel grounds were very nice and cleanBeds were comfortable and the sheets and pillows were great and you could tell that they were fresh and cleanThe staff was very friendly and helpful in all aspects especially Todd at the front desk

Todd went above and beyond for myself, and the 15 guest (Hockey Team) that stayed at the hotelThe staff at the hotel immediately rectified one issue I had with my room and made it right for my stayOver all this is a Holiday Inn Express You are not going to experience the amenities of a luxury resort hotel, nor are you going to pay the price of a luxury hotelThe breakfast that was included with our stay was very acceptable Hot and fresh and I can’t stress how clean the hotel is Clean hotels are the most important part of my stay and this hotel nailed itOnce again a shout out to Todd and the staff for making our stay enjoyable after traveling from Alaska

8. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa ANA – Orange County, an IHG Hotel (2-star hotel)

About this hotel

Off Interstate 5, this straightforward hotel is 9 minutes on foot from the Santa Ana Zoo and 1 mile from the Santa Ana historic district.The casual rooms provide minifridges, microwaves and Keurig coffeemakers, in addition to 49-inch flat-screen TVs and complimentary Wi-Fi.Parking and a breakfast buffet are free. Other amenities consist of a heated outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness room, and a business center.

Things You Need to Know

  • The rooms have TVs and refrigerators
  • 11 min drive to Disneyland
  • Some guests disliked the kitchenettes
  • 53 min drive to Los Angeles International Airport
  • Guests praised the service
  • The fitness center has weight machines and free weights
  • One of the few hotels in the area with an outdoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Bobreeann Stallings

The room was beautiful The bathrooms are very nice No free breakfast

We thought the toast put out and unattended was free but after placing two pieces of toast in the toaster, a woman walked past and greeted me After a moment, she watches me grab a few items (butter and jelly), she asked if I had paid for vouchers I turned and said “no I didn’t know we needed vouchers” She then told me the “breakfast” (toast and jam) isn’t complimentary and that I could I love you for vouchers at the front I then walked away and left my toast in the toasted and I apologized for assumingMind you, there are no signs that say anything There was also no attendant while I was preparing this, it CLEARLY advertised FREE BREAKFAST all over Google and it was only TOAST so I was quite confused when I was asked to pay Either way, NO FREE BREAKFAST

Cyn T

Be careful that you might have to endure loud music right across the street at midnight and rude front desk if you choose to stay at this hotel The music was so loud and continued until 12:30 am I couldn’t sleep so called the front desk and asked if they know when the music would stop, the male staff suggested me to call the police about the situation because there is nothing the hotel can do about it

While I was shocked about the man’s attitude from the other side of the phone, he just hung up on me!! Very poor location and worst customer service I’ve ever experienced

Lonnie Hoggard

Hotel staff was great! Breakfast area needs help Crew working in the breakfast area needs to be trained on how to clean and interact with customers!One breakfast worker was down right rude! She complained and cursed at how much she hated the kitchen equipment and just stood around looking at the dining room area rather than walking out and cleaning up!

9. Hampton Inn Irvine East – Lake Forest (2-star hotel)

About this hotel

This modern hotel is a 6-minute walk from the Foothill Ranch Community Park and a 3.1-mile drive from downtown Lake Forest.Relaxed rooms include free Wi-Fi, custom-designed beds, and both full and lap desks (for working on the bed). They also have flat-screen TVs, microwaves, minifridges and coffeemakers. Suites add pull-out sofas.Free perks include parking, hot breakfast (daily) and weekday breakfast bags to go. There’s also a fitness center and an outdoor pool with a hot tub, plus a 24/7 business center and a meeting room.

Things You Need to Know

  • 12 min drive to O’Neill Regional Park
  • Guests praised the service
  • Some guests complained about the rooms and the beds
  • One of the few hotels in the area with a casino

Feedback From Real Customers

Sandee Creager

I thoroughly enjoyed my recent stay for a trip that was both business and pleasure I was welcomed to my room with complimentary snacks and beverages along with a handwritten note stating I had been chosen as the guest of the day What a delightful surprise! The staff was professional, friendly and attentive

The room was very clean and the bed and bedding was extremely comfortable I appreciate all the room amenities, especially having both a mini refrigerator and a microwave, as well as a coffee maker The complimentary hot breakfast is a must for any stay! There were plenty of food options and changed day to day for variety I encountered great staff from the front desk to housekeeping to the dining area

Diana Breslin

We are sorry to have to write a review that is not positive, but we did not have a good experience It started with the front desk Checking in and out, we did not have anyone greet us, they continued to sit down and besides being unfriendly, their attitude was not one to try to accommodate us

Our key did not work when we tried to get into our room The phone in our room had another room number on it so it was confusing to try to get help to our specific room since the phone was pulled from another room evidently There was no “do not disturb” placard We had to once again go to the front desk to get our DND placard before we could leave the roomOur room itself had a leaky shower head, a torn shower curtain, low water pressure, slow sink drain, and our broken chair was replaced by another broken chairThe door to the bathroom opened into the room At night, if the door was left open to get to the restroom we would have run into the door We had to keep a light on and crack the door to use the bathroom at night The pillow were lumpy and the clock in the room still had the time from the Fall and Winter It had not been changed to daylight savings time even though it was in May that we visited the hotelLastly, the parking lot was empty but the front desk clerk said we could not have a late check out Regardless of how nice we asked She finally gave us one additional hourWe’re never going to stay at this Hampton Inn again They need a lot of work on courtesy, both from front desk personnel and staff Not once did anyone greet us with a smile or offer any kind words Their rooms need quite a bit of help as well

tabitha morales

Pro: Rooms and facility were clean upon arrival Good safe location Staff were nice

Breakfast was good Beds were comfortableCon: I asked for the bathroom shower drain to be fixed three times We could not take a shower without it filling up with gross water You can see hair clogging it in the drainThis is unsanitary and quite frankly- disgusting especially when paying $200 a nightNo housekeeping the whole week we were there I had to call for fresh towels and empty the garbage myself even after telling the staff I was leaving for the day and asking for it to be done It wasn’t so I got garbage bags and did it myself

10. Sonesta Simply Suites Irvine East Foothill (2-star hotel)

About this hotel

Set 3 miles from Interstate 5, this low-key, all-suite hotel is 5 miles from Irvine Meadows Amphitheatre and 19 miles from the beachfront Crystal Cove State Park.Unassuming studios provide kitchens and dining tables, as well as free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and sitting areas. The 1-bedroom suites have separate living rooms.Complimentary amenities include parking and guest laundry facilities. There’s also a 24-hour fitness center, a snack bar, and a picnic area with BBQ grills. Pets are welcome for a fee.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests liked the large rooms and praised the kitchenettes
  • 9 min drive to the Pretend City Children’s Museum
  • 63 min drive to Los Angeles International Airport
  • Guests liked the friendly service
  • Guests mentioned fitness centers 11 times

Feedback From Real Customers

Chi Tran

I honestly wanted to like this place I tested it out for 7 nights to see if I could tolerate living here for 2 months for work

I couldn’tCons:*Little tiny bugs everywhere in my bathroom, even when I called the front desk to have housekeeping clean it, the bugs kept coming back They were crawling around in the bathtub and on the bottom of the toilet floor The sad thing is, front desk didn’t believe me Said, “We’ve never heard about any bug issues from any rooms before so this is new”*Old place The whole place needs remodeling but I hear they are in the works of it in fall at some pointPros:*Comfortable beds- on the soft side of you like that*Soft sheet linens*Free washer and dryer use*Free parking*Large TV*Decent size kitchen*Kitchen Supplies includedOverall, it would have been better if the place looked newer and there was an absence of little black bugs in my bathroom

Tim Musa

For a 2⭐️ hotel, this was actually very nice Fairly quiet clientele The laundry facilities were free and clean (but bring your detergent since I didn’t see any in the mostly empty “pantry”

) the room itself was clean and functional The kitchenette did everything we needed, with just enough dishes to get the job done for the three of us All in all a nice find when we were in a jam with our previous hotel plan

Vincent Jacobo

The people working the office were great But the room smelled of disinfectant Loose tiles in bathroom, broken door latch on entry door, broken lock on bathroom door, chair needed to be reupholstered

First time at this hotel Wanted to be close to Lake Forest as my son lives nearby Next time I’ll stay by the airport and drive Really not a bad location or hotel just needs some pride of ownership

11. Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North (2-star hotel)

About this hotel

Set 2 miles from John Wayne Airport, this straightforward hotel is 3 miles from the Santa Ana Zoo and 4 miles from the Orange County Museum of Art.Unfussy rooms offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and desks, as well as microwaves, minifridges, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. Upgraded rooms add pull-out sofas.A breakfast buffet, parking and an airport shuttle are complimentary. There’s also a heated outdoor pool, a hot tub and a gym, plus a business center, 2 meeting rooms and a coin-operated laundry.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the clean rooms
  • 52 min drive to Los Angeles International Airport
  • Guests liked the friendly service, which has a concierge
  • Guests praised the restaurant
  • Guests praised the breakfast
  • Guests praised the outdoor pool and the hot tub

Feedback From Real Customers

Alexis Loya

Loved my stay here The room was spacious and clean the staff was very friendly and accommodating The breakfast was good too nothing crazy, just scrambled eggs and bacon or sausage depending on the day

Our room was always made when we came back Which was perfect after a long day of exploring Oh and the water pressure was great 👍

Satava O’Dell

The stay was wonderful Great location Very well kept

Nice spacious room Has a large closet, fridge, microwave, sink, shower with tub Beautiful pool and hot tub Great service The only reason I gave a 4 star instead of a 5 star is because we were put in the back of the building and there are abandon train tracks on the other side of the wall where from about 930pm until about 1am people were shooting off bottle rockets I called the office and the guy told me People do it all the time because they have nothing better to do with their lives

Michael Veinbergs

The room was nice and clean The housekeeping service did a great job It was in a convenient location

My only gripe was the breakfast It was quite bad In fact, if you choose a hotel based at all on having a free breakfast, stay elsewhere We were there 3 nights 1 morning we were served scrambled eggs with a single slice of lunch meat turkey The next day we had eggs, and 2 mini waffles with extremely stale, completely inedible cereal If you would like a danish, you will be served one half of 1 danish It was laughably stingy on the part of the hotel owner If you plan to have breakfast out, then I would certainly recommend this place

12. Best Western Plus Irvine Spectrum Hotel (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Adjacent to Interstate 5, this modern hotel is 3 miles from the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater, 11 miles from the John Wayne Airport and 20 miles from Disneyland® Resort.The contemporary rooms come with free WiFi, 40-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels, microwaves, minifridges and coffeemakers. Some have balconies and pull-out sofas, and 2-bedroom loft suites are also available. Kids 18 and under can stay for free (with some restrictions).Amenities include free continental breakfast, a gym, a hot tub and an outdoor pool, plus meeting rooms and a business center.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the kitchenettes
  • Guests mentioned the rooms are large
  • 7 min drive to the Pretend City Children’s Museum
  • 60 min drive to Los Angeles International Airport
  • Guests praised the restaurant
  • Guests mentioned balconies 27 times
  • Guests praised the breakfast
  • Guests liked the hot tub

Feedback From Real Customers

RiLee Andros

We loved staying here and had no issues! Room was clean and had plenty of space, beds were comfy, staff was helpful, and the breakfast was delicious As a traveler on a budget, I have stayed in a lot of Super 8s and Motel 6s, and this was a huge step up from that for a very good price The pool and jacuzzi were great, we had them to ourselves on a Sunday night and it was lovely

The breakfast was hot and delicious, and the staff stayed really on top of making sure all the breakfast items were refilled/stocked The couch in our room pulled out to be a bed, and it was not nearly as comfy as the beds, but worked great for our group of 3 adults who each wanted our own bed space Parking was easy We would definitely stay here again

Alex Hyer

I’d say everything here is pretty good There’s a pool and spa as well as a pretty good breakfast overall They deserve a solid 5 stars for service

One of our rooms had some condensation dripping from the A/C which is above the room They immediately checked on it and—when they determined they wouldn’t be able to fix it immediately—switched us to the closest room they could find without hesitation Great staff overall!

California Jones

It’s decent A bit stale smelling Breakfast was good

Won’t touch the pool or jacuzzi here but jacuzzi doesn’t look bad Room was clean Carpet was not the best; wore sandals because I didn’t trust it Shower was clean and room had a balcony Why can’t we smoke in hotels like this? It’s 2022 and they need to stop acting like the place already smells like roses(it doesn’t) Weight room open 24 hours which was Awesome and clean But the door doesn’t lock; I’d hate for my girl to go there alone… Out of the 3 25-3-star hotels in this area, this was the cheapest and feels like it

13. Homewood Suites by Hilton Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

In a commercial area off Interstate 5, this relaxed all-suite hotel is 3 miles from shopping and entertainment at Irvine Spectrum Center. It’s 6 miles from Orange County Great Park.Down-to-earth studios with colorful accents provide Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and kitchenettes, plus sofabeds. The 1-bedroom suites have living rooms.Amenities consist of an outdoor pool, a sundeck and a terrace, as well as a 24-hour gym. Breakfast and parking are available.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the rooms, which have kitchenettes
  • 6 min drive to the Pretend City Children’s Museum
  • 60 min drive to Los Angeles International Airport

Feedback From Real Customers

Paul Jasmine

Great new hotel Well worth the price Clean, spacious rooms with kitchen area

Lobby area served a good free breakfast While we didn’t take advantage of it, there is a very good bar with a very friendly hostess, that was very lively when I looked at 10:00pm and don’t know when it closed There were also two beer taps with good beer for free!

Brad Pesnell

Our stay was much better than we had even hoped We originally planned to stay for a few days go my daughter’s soccer tourney, but enjoyed our time there and decided to extend our stay It was clean, good breakfast, beautiful modern rooms, great shower, and the staff was very hospitable and professional

Very good hotel and very well run

Cleopatria Jones

First time here I needed to escape my world for a day so I booked a room Front desk greeted me with smiles

They was friendly, personable and very helpful Room was clean, comfy and provided all that I needed to have a good stay Hot buffet basic breakfast providedwish they would provide another meat option besides sausage links yet I do appreciate they actually provide a free breakfast Great location, only 5 minutes from Ivine Spectrum Center I would definitely stay again

14. Renaissance ClubSport Aliso Viejo Laguna Beach Hotel (4-star hotel)

About this hotel

This contemporary hotel is 6.5 miles from Laguna Beach and 9 miles from the historic Mission San Juan Capistrano.The relaxed rooms and suites have free WiFi, iPod docks and flat-screen TVs with premium channels, plus coffeemakers and desks with ergonomic chairs. Some rooms feature city views, and some suites add separate living areas with pull-out sofas.The slick American restaurant/bar features a patio with a fire pit. Other amenities include a spa, an outdoor pool and a splash pad, plus a fitness center and a kids’ club. There are also 4 meeting rooms.

Things You Need to Know

  • 8 min drive to Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park
  • Guests praised the service
  • Guests praised the slick restaurant
  • Guests mentioned “basketball” 14 times
  • Guests praised the fitness center, which has elliptical machines
  • Guests praised the nightlife
  • Guests praised the outdoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Crisrael Lucero

This was a lovely hotel with amazing amenities The fitness center is free to use if you’re staying at the hotel, and it’s not your standard hotel gym The fitness center is essentially its own full blown gym, with a great pool to boot

Rooms are clean with a lot of space The only thing that was off was the cleaning staff kept asking when we were leaving so they can clean the room despite us having late checkout

Rodney Ibrahim

Stayed 3 nights here while in town for some meetings Everyone in the area knows about this hotel because of the gym which is attached to the hotel The hotel is in a good area with a parking garage next door which is $27 a day

Rooms were a good size with very comfortable beds However there a few things that could use improvement First, the bathroom was very dimly lit Would help if there was a light in the actual shower Also there was no safe in the room There may be one in the room but I didn’t see oneIf you’re a gym person, the gym is legit Has most types of equipment along with nice locker room with steam, sauna, and jacuzzi They also have a nice lap pool outsideThe bar and restaurant are good and there is happy hour starting around 4 which is fun to take advantage of The food at the restaurant was actually quite good If I’m in the area I’ll be back here

David

I have no patience with being charged full price and then getting the “no service” speech upon check in! They claim staffing issues…Additionally, I noticed that the two complimentary waters that come with every Marriott property on planet earth were not in my room I called the front desk and they said I had to come down to get them Irritating, but fine

But then it was like trying to convince a toddler to share their Tonka truck when I asked for more water since there was no daily service to replenish them He told me I could come back to the lobby and refill them at the water stationLook… I hate giving bad reviews Most of mine are positive However, my recent streak with Marriott brands is making me question my loyalty!Anyway… this is a great gym with a waterless hotel with no service attached… the tacos were pretty good too…

15. Homewood Suites by Hilton Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

In a commercial area off Interstate 5, this relaxed all-suite hotel is 3 miles from shopping and entertainment at Irvine Spectrum Center. It’s 6 miles from Orange County Great Park.Down-to-earth studios with colorful accents provide Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and kitchenettes, plus sofabeds. The 1-bedroom suites have living rooms.Amenities consist of an outdoor pool, a sundeck and a terrace, as well as a 24-hour gym. Breakfast and parking are available.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the rooms, which have kitchenettes
  • 6 min drive to the Pretend City Children’s Museum
  • 60 min drive to Los Angeles International Airport

Feedback From Real Customers

Paul Jasmine

Great new hotel Well worth the price Clean, spacious rooms with kitchen area

Lobby area served a good free breakfast While we didn’t take advantage of it, there is a very good bar with a very friendly hostess, that was very lively when I looked at 10:00pm and don’t know when it closed There were also two beer taps with good beer for free!

Brad Pesnell

Our stay was much better than we had even hoped We originally planned to stay for a few days go my daughter’s soccer tourney, but enjoyed our time there and decided to extend our stay It was clean, good breakfast, beautiful modern rooms, great shower, and the staff was very hospitable and professional

Very good hotel and very well run

Cleopatria Jones

First time here I needed to escape my world for a day so I booked a room Front desk greeted me with smiles

They was friendly, personable and very helpful Room was clean, comfy and provided all that I needed to have a good stay Hot buffet basic breakfast providedwish they would provide another meat option besides sausage links yet I do appreciate they actually provide a free breakfast Great location, only 5 minutes from Ivine Spectrum Center I would definitely stay again

16. Staybridge Suites Irvine East/Lake Forest, an IHG Hotel (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Set 2 miles from Lake Forest Sports Park, this casual all-suite hotel is 5 miles from Pretend City Children’s Museum and 6 miles from Red Rock Canyon.Relaxed suites offer kitchens, free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, as well as DVD players and iPod docks. All include desks and pull-out sofas. The 1- and 2-bedroom suites add separate living areas.Parking, an area shuttle and a breakfast buffet are complimentary. Other amenities include an outdoor pool and an exercise room, as well as a warm lobby lounge with a fireplace. There’s also a 24/7 business center and a coin-operated laundry.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the large, clean rooms and the kitchenettes
  • Guests praised the beds
  • 11 min drive to the Pretend City Children’s Museum
  • Guests praised the friendly service
  • Guests praised the outdoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Farris Fanik

Stayed here for 5 days in for my cousin’s wedding Staff is absolutely amazing They really know how to make you feel appreciated

One thing I will say is that I wish they included potatoes with their complimentary breakfast It was a very nice breakfast to be honest with lots of optionsWell worth it to stay here, trust me bro

Treena Wynn

Staff is AMAZING! The exterior doors are very heavy and hard to open and go out of order all the time The rooms are OK but there is always a lot of unceasing noise from whomever is above you no matter what room you are in Usually the rooms are clean depending on who is cleaning

Things do get missed People don’t clean up after their dogs here or around the property There should be a fee for dog clean up Breakfast is just OK They serve sausage almost everyday which is kinda gross and becoming very mundane and not appetizing The french toast is normally dry and hard and cannot be chewed The bacon is A LOT better but they only serve Once a week Dinner is OK I only recommend the orange chicken, pizza, possibly hamburgers and hot dogs Although, they need to upgrade quality of meat Maybe have a nachos night and more pizza nights? The spaghetti is gross They have laundry which is nice but one or more of the machines go out all the time They advertise extended stay but you Must check out after 26 days

Andrew O’Brien

Overall, my experience with the Staybridge Suites in Irvine was very good The staff were very friendly and helpful, the common areas and room were clean, the breakfast was excellent all 3 days of my stay, and the location was very convenient for my needs The one opportunity from my experience is to have enforced stop / start times for the sport court area

During my stay, a group was out playing basketball right outside my window until after midnight and another group started up around 6am the next day Outside of this, excellent experience and I would recommend to others

17. Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

This Mediterranean-style hotel is 6 miles from Laguna Beach and 13 miles from John Wayne Airport.The traditional rooms and suites feature handcrafted furnishings, pillow-top mattresses and desks, plus free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and iPod docks. All rooms come with minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers.Parking, a hot breakfast buffet and weekday evening receptions are complimentary. Other amenities include a heated outdoor pool, a hot tub and an exercise room. There’s also a courtyard garden, and a patio with a fireplace, as well as event space.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the large, clean rooms and the beds
  • 8 min drive to the Laguna Coast Wilderness Park
  • Guests praised the friendly, professional service
  • Guests praised the restaurant service
  • Guests mentioned “waffles” 15 times
  • Guests praised the terrace and liked the grounds
  • The fitness center has weight machines and elliptical machines
  • Guests liked the outdoor pool and praised the hot tub

Feedback From Real Customers

Lora Heart

Stayed at this hotel for 4 days with my family and I am very satisfied with my visit The rooms were big, clean, and had a microwave and refrigerator We also had breakfast every morning and the options were nice (eggs, biscuits, muffins, cereal, bacon, etc)

The location also had a FREE Happy Hour which changed daily but had chips, salad, cheese, wine, beer, and pizza one night It’s great to grab a snack before relaxing by the pool or in the jacuzzi which are both well-maintained and clean The only issue we faced was with the early check in fee which was $3000 dollars (could easily be avoided) Overall, great hotel, perfect location close to the ocean and plenty of places to eat for a reasonable price

Sheila Orenstein

We really enjoyed our stay The hotel was clean and accommodating The location was perfect for us

My suggestion at this time is since we were staying for an extended period of time, I would prefer not to have to ask for extra towels, wish they were just left for us, also since we were on vacation we would have liked breakfast to end later than 9AMWe would book again The staff was friendly and helpful

Richard Luery

The hotel provides a nice breakfast which includes an omelet bar The staff at the front desk were friendly and helpfulThe rooms were very nice and clean

The location for me was great since I visited people in laguna woods The hotel has a happy hour with free snacks and drinks every day I was impressed with this hotel since they tried to please their guests which is rare these days My only complaint is that I could not book for the entire week I stayed since the hotel was full and the room ac was very loud

18. Fairfield Inn by Marriott Mission Viejo Orange County (2-star hotel)

About this hotel

Off I-5, this relaxed hotel is 11 miles from Doheny State Beach and 4 miles from Arroyo Trabuco Golf Club‎.Warmly decorated rooms feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and work desks with ergonomic chairs, as well as tea and coffeemakers.Breakfast and parking are complimentary. There’s an outdoor pool, a hot tub and an exercise room. Other amenities include a meeting/events room and a business center.

Things You Need to Know

  • 9 min drive to Mission San Juan Capistrano
  • Guests praised the breakfast
  • Guests mentioned the rooms are clean but small
  • The fitness center has elliptical machines and weight machines
  • Guests liked the outdoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Vedant

Good budget hotel with no frills The location of the hotel is good and the rooms are clean and well kept The front desk staff is courteous and helpful

But, basic amenities like housekeeping services and complimentary refill of water bottles, tea/coffee pouches are not provided in the room The guests are asked to refill water bottles from the gymnasium (where you get only chilled water) or purchase them from the vending machine on the ground floor The breakfast menu is limited and very basic Overall good for a short weekend stay, but would not recommend for long stay

Syed Aftab

The hotel itself was great Nice and clean in a good location The reason for the low review is because of one of the employees there

He is an Asian man (for description purposes) He yelled at my aunt and other guests that were staying with us for a wedding because they were having a normal volume level conversation in the hotel lobby This employee threatened to call the police and have us kicked out of the hotel without a refund Again, the conversation was at normal, indoor-appropriate volume, away from guests rooms, in the lobby This kind of behavior is unacceptable The employee didn’t give a warning about the conversation at all and went off on my family out of nowhere Apparently this guy has been working there for 2 decades Get it together management It’s a shame that such a good hotel is tarnished by a bad employee

Ela Moskovich

The hotel is extremely dated, everything is old and smellyWe booked a week through Hotelscom

After checking in and seeing with our own eyes how horrible this place is we tried to cancel the remaining 6 nightsThe hotel refused to give us a refund and Hotelscom is useless… now, the consumer needs to find the way to fight two huge corporations:Marriott and HotelscomWhat are the chances???!

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