hotels with free parking in Lake Forest, CA

1. 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

2. 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

3. 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

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

Pamela R

I give this 5 stars To be honest, it’s a solid 3 star hotel We knew that going in

So for a 3 star hotel, it gets 5 starsNot perfect We got a 2 bedroom suite and the bedroom door that my granddaughter was using didn’t shut correctly We figured a workaround There were only 2 forks in the kitchen The showers each had shampoo, conditioner, and shower gel on a small shelf attached to the inside of the shower In one of the bathrooms it was broken We stayed 2 weeks Housekeeping was only on Thursday for us We checked in on a Tuesday but wouldn’t get Housekeeping until the 2nd Thursday So people put their garbage and towels/sheets outside their doors And there everything sat in the hallways for a week We needed a change of sheets because of a spill The sheets were handed to us but they didn’t take the dirty sheets They sat in the hallway for a week Gross to say the least And, lastly, the laundry room is terrible It’s free to use but nasty We took our laundry to a laundromat instead It was much cleanerWhy 5 stars then? The room was perfect for our needs The kitchen had everything we needed (except enough forks) We baked cookies (toaster oven provided), made waffles (with a waffle iron I bought at Walmart and left with family), and had our munchies Breakfast AND dinner is included We didn’t eat everyday at the hotel Only 3 times for dinner in 2 weeks But it was surprisingly good (both breakfast and dinner) Not gourmet but good and filling The beds were amazingly comfortable And having a separate bedroom for our granddaughter was a must We weren’t in a single room for 2 weeks The staff is so nice I guess the bottom line is that is was comfortable We liked the location We are a tidy family so no housekeeping wasn’t a problem in the room If we needed anything it was just a quick call and it arrived at our roomWe will definitely stay here again when we visit our California family

4. Sonesta Select Laguna Hills Irvine Spectrum (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Off the San Diego Freeway, this hotel is 2.5 miles from the Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre.Contemporary-styled rooms offer free WiFi, desks, flat-screen TVs with premium cable channels, minifridges and coffeemakers. Suites add separate living areas and microwaves.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 2 meeting rooms. Other amenities include an outdoor pool, whirlpool, exercise room and free on-site parking.

Things You Need to Know

  • 6 min drive to the Pretend City Children’s Museum
  • 63 min drive to Los Angeles International Airport
  • Some guests complained about the bathrooms
  • Guests praised the friendly service
  • Guests mentioned lobbies 18 times
  • Guests praised the outdoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Karen Curcio

My car was towed!!! It cost me $56500 to get my car out of the impound lot That was not my big frustration

My first frustration originated out of NO ONE being able to tell me why I was not contacted I registered late in one of the 7 ADA rooms I did not leave the hotel (Seven quick phone calls, asking the night crew)My second frustration originated from not finding anyone to drive me to the impound lot Not one taxi responded My husband asked a friend of his to take me the next dayMy third frustration originated from having no car and no food Did I mention I was diabetic? I mentioned this to the hotel Assistant Manager I was not even offered a protein bar—-nothing Did I mention the restaurant and bar were closed? Not only was I frustrated, I now had a headacheWould I stay here again? NOSonesta wants their guests to feel good staying at one of their properties Do I feel good? NOSonesta wants their team members to “communicate honestly” Did anyone communicate with meNO!!!Sonesta wants to be “synonymous with unrivaled hospitality” Huh????? What did you say??? Did I experience thisThis gets a HELL NO

5. 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!

6. 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

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Irvine-Orange County Airport (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Set 2 miles from both John Wayne Airport and Boomers! Irvine, an amusement center with mini-golf and go-karts, this relaxed hotel is also 3 miles from William R. Mason Regional Park.Modern rooms offer free Wi-Fi and HDTVs, plus minifridges and microwaves, as well as coffeemakers and ergonomic desks. Suites add wet bars, seating areas and pull-out sofas.Freebies include breakfast and airport transfers. Other amenities include a bar serving snacks, beers and cocktails, and an on-site store, as well as a gym and a pool. Meeting and event space is also available.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the large, clean rooms and the beds
  • 17 min drive to It’s a Small World
  • 53 min drive to Los Angeles International Airport
  • Guests mentioned the service is friendly
  • Guests praised the restaurant
  • Guests praised the fitness center
  • Guests praised the bar

Feedback From Real Customers

Louie AG

Overall, my experience here at the Hampton Inn Suites was a good one Clean room, great breakfast, and nice view from the room The housekeepers did a great job with the room being as clean as it can be

I will still give this hotel a 5 stars since the hotel, itself, was a very nice one at that However, my only issue was the front desk receptionist I wish I had got his name so that the manager can talk to him about being more precise when it comes to booking online All I know is that he is a Latino man and he was a little rude and disorganized Anytime I check in with the Hilton hotels, I always come at 3:00pm sharp When I checked in, I got this sweet young woman who checked me in and was very precise about the pricing (even the ridiculous 24$ parking per night) and she was fairly new at her job And, the Latino man was next to her trying to inform her that she kept doing certain things wrong So, mind you, when it was time to check out, I checked out like I usually do and they usually let me know that everything is set and fine then I go on my day That same Latino man was informing me that the booking online didn’t necessarily take my card; even though, my email said I had a reservation for that day and they already charged my credit card I usually check it just in case for reasons like this He then goes and tells me that next time I should double check that and inform the front desk receptionist to other hotels to make sure that my credit card went in thoroughly in the system Like what? I never had a problem with my credit card in the past and I know it still works I never have to do that I have been to many Hilton hotels and it goes so smoothly He was trying to prove a point that didn’t make sense or was not clear Please talk to the Latino man (and I am a Latino man myself) and if I knew his name then I would of said his name, but I forgot to ask him what his name was My hotel room was perfect, but he is just awful and I needed to mention this Let’s hope my credit card was not charged twice or I will have a problem with him myself

Cathy Nicdao

Clean, organized, friendly environment and more importantly everything works I had to booked my room last minute since my first one wasn’t great I checked in, everything was explained thoroughly

The next day, I see some people cleaning the rooms, the hallways and even the people that worked at the breakfast buffet checks on the food and immediately refill it without anybody asking The turn the table around right away too Checked out was so fast and easy as well They made you feel welcome and they were all helpful My overall experience was amazing Hopefully, it’s the same treatment to all their facilities cuz I am looking forward to checking in again

Melissa Mastrangelo

Overall had a really nice stay here The room was clean, breakfast was tasty, and it was quiet on the top floor All the hotels in the area seem to charge a parking fee, so don’t forget to mention if you have a car parked

It’s $24/night which I thought was pretty steep, but it looks to be average for the area I’d recommend staying here if in the area!

8. 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

9. The Hills Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Off Interstate 5, this polished hotel is 2 miles from the Dinosaur Park and 7 miles from Main Beach on the Pacific Ocean.Straightforward rooms offer free Wi-Fi and flat-screens, plus minifridges and coffeemakers. Stylish suites add living areas, computers, microwaves and/or rainfall showers.Parking is free. There’s a warm restaurant and a chic lounge bar. Other amenities include an outdoor pool and a fitness center, plus a business center and meeting space. A breakfast buffet is available for a fee.

Things You Need to Know

  • 9 min drive to the Pretend City Children’s Museum
  • One of the few hotels in the area with room service
  • Some guests complained about the kitchenettes
  • Some guests disliked the bathrooms
  • Guests liked the warm restaurant
  • Guests mentioned lobbies 14 times
  • Guests liked the breakfast
  • Guests praised the nightlife

Feedback From Real Customers

Bill Caras

It presents a fancy place when you 1’st walk in It’s an older hotel, room needed minor fixes, we just did without Bathroom door would not lock, and sliding door track was held down with tape and came up with use

The beds are good come with 4 pillows and comfortable Nice cold fridge, but no microwave It was fine for our needs, and they accept pets at $50 a night

Susan Ranahan

About 80 women were there for a celebratory luncheon The service was outstanding and all did an excellent job attending to so many with so few The food was served hot and fresh, and the servings were not skimpy

Taste and presentation were great!There was a lot going on and timing was important The microphones worked, the table set up was lovely and it was a very enjoyable time

Brian C

Unfortunately, didn’t even get the opportunity to stay here Had a family emergency and needed a room for the night For some reason the website was allowing us to book any room, so when I called to book the room, I was quoted significantly higher than their own site

When I asked why, she said we needed to book on the site to get that price, even though I explained that the site wasn’t working Again she said we needed to book on the site and to have a nice dayclick Hopefully they will get their site working so others won’t run into the same experience

10. Ayres Suites Mission Viejo (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

This contemporary roadside hotel in the Saddleback foothills is 12 miles from The Shops at Mission Viejo, and 17 miles from John Wayne Airport.Plush suites with mountain views and glossy wood furnishings feature free WiFi, flat-screen TVs and iHome docking stations, plus minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers. Some also have whirlpool tubs and/or sittings areas with leather sofas.Free perks include a cooked-to-order breakfast, parking, fresh fruit in the lobby, and weeknight fireside socials with beer, wine and snacks. There’s also a gym, a heated outdoor pool and a hot tub, and guests have access to the day spa at the hotel next door.

Things You Need to Know

  • 6 min drive to Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park
  • Guests mentioned spas 17 times
  • Guests liked the large rooms but some complained about the air conditioning
  • Some guests disliked the bathrooms
  • Guests mentioned hot tubs 12 times
  • Guests praised the mountain views
  • The fitness center has elliptical machines
  • Guests praised the outdoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Margo Diebold

The room and overall facility was nice The staff were friendly and the front desk employees were prompt The breakfast was typical for a hotel, though I believe they may have cooked eggs to order, but I didn’t observe this and the person responsible was usually in the back

The bartender wasn’t friendly Aside from not being friendly, she told me I had to get silverware from the front desk, which was ridiculous as they serve breakfast in the same area and use plastic silverware; I think she just didn’t want to get it, though there was only one other customer in the restaurant I’m giving only give 3 stars as housekeeping was far below what I would expect We stayed Mon-Sat and our room was taken care of one time I understand staffing shortages, and don’t need my room cleaned daily, but access to towels and toilet paper would have helped a great deal Daily, I had to search out towels on my own Luckily the housekeeping office was just up the hall, so if the door was open, I could retrieve towels If the office door wasn’t open I had to wait on the front desk to send someone up, which often took a while Unfortunately it wasn’t until the middle of the night, 2am, that I realized I should have stocked up on TP I’d recommend if there is a lack of staff, have guests put their towels outside the door and someone could go by with a cart, take them, replace them and leave TP I would have been okay with that

Jack Gold

Was not worth $200+/night Took 2 hours to check in Got charged an extra $125 for no reason with no notification

Breakfast was okay but options were limited as was access to the breakfast room If paying this much for a room, guests should be able to grab a cup of tea or other snack outside of breakfast hours Hot tub at pool was drained despite being advertised as openWouldn’t recommend staying here

11. 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

12. 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!

13. 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…

14. Holiday Inn (3-star hotel)

  • Address: 2726 S Grand Ave, Santa Ana, CA 92705
  • Phone: (714) 481-6300
  • Ratings: 4.2 (747 reviews) Very good
  • Website : Holiday Inn
  • Check-in time: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out time: 12:00 PM
  • Quick Summary: Traditional lodging with an American restaurant & outdoor pool, plus free airport shuttle service.

About this hotel

This standard hotel is an 8-minute drive from John Wayne Airport and a 14-minute drive from Disneyland® Resort.The straightforward rooms come with desks and flat-screen TVs, plus minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers. There’s free WiFi in all units, and kids 19 and under stay free with an adult. Suites add separate living spaces and dining tables.Amenities include an American restaurant (where kids 12 and under eat free), a lounge and an outdoor pool, plus fitness/business centers and 5,500 square feet of meeting space. Parking and an airport shuttle are complimentary.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests liked the rooms
  • 13 min drive to It’s a Small World
  • 52 min drive to Los Angeles International Airport
  • Guests praised the friendly service, which has a concierge
  • Guests mentioned lobbies 14 times
  • Guests liked the outdoor pool
  • Guests praised the bar

Feedback From Real Customers

Daryl Faustino

This location is great! Pretty central to a lot of great areas The hotel itself is stylish and very nice We had a room on the first floor that had its own private patio with access straight to the pool— which we didn’t get a chance to use but was a nice feature

The gym was pretty good for a hotel gym Staff were a highlight especially Marilyn and another older gentleman whose name we didn’t get a chance to get We would definitely return to this location and recommend it

Joshua Collins

We chose to stay here for our week long vacationAnd it did not disappoint!The staff is incredible! They treated us like family the ENTIRE week They were super welcoming and friendly

We always try to stay at an IHG location whenever we travel (we travel a lot), and the hotel staff here blew us awayBreakfast is extra but it is worth it I would recommend adding it to the room before your stay, so you do not get charged each morning Expect a “good morning” from the staff or a “Welcome back we’re glad you’re here again” if you’re there for multiple days! The pool area is super nice and well kept!The overall location is great! We weren’t too familiar with California as I hadn’t been there in years, however I knew I did not want to fly into LAX This hotel is super close the John Wayne Airport as well as within a 15 minute drive to Disneyland and Knott’sberry Farm Neighboring towns, such as Irvine, are close and very nice to go shopping It’s central location allowed us to drive about an hour south one day to San Diego which was a very pretty drive and about 45 minutes north to Downtown LA But there were a ton of things to do in Orange County as well!The room was very well kept, very clean, and comfortable! Plenty of space and furniture10/10 would recommend!

Big Homie

Very noisy both inside and out Located on a busy street and with thin walls In this dated hotel there is a lot of interior noise from the hallway and neighboring rooms as well as outside

It wouldn’t have been too bad if you were able to have some white noise from the air conditioner, but there is no fan selection and I could not set the AC low enough to keep it running Slept very little before my flight and would not stay again or recommend this hotel to anyone Also, the room did not have a remote control for the TV I did call the front desk and let them know and they just said thanks We’ll make a note I travel often for business and fly in and out of SNA You can definitely do better Was very disappointed

15. 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

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