pet friendly hotels in Aliso Viejo, CA

1. 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!

2. 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

3. Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa (4-star hotel)

About this hotel

This upscale hotel is 2.5 miles from John Wayne Airport, Orange County and 13.5 miles to Disneyland Park.Warmly decorated rooms (most with balconies) offer custom-designed beds, desks, 42-inch flat-screen TVs and free WiFi. Executive rooms and suites provide access to the Executive Lounge’s free breakfast and evening appetizers. Suites add separate living areas and whirlpool tubs.Amenities include an acclaimed bistro-style restaurant serving Californian cuisine, a pizzeria, a salon, a 24/7 fitness center and an outdoor pool and hot tub. There’s also a business center, 48,000 sq ft of meeting space and a free local area/airport shuttle.

Things You Need to Know

  • 15 min drive to It’s a Small World
  • Guests mentioned the service is friendly and professional
  • Some guests disliked the kitchenettes but others praised the beds
  • Some guests complained about the bathrooms
  • Guests mentioned “banquets” 10 times
  • Guests praised the fitness center
  • Guests liked the outdoor pool
  • Guests praised the bar

Feedback From Real Customers

Jose Ruvalcaba

Summary: For the price, I would not stay here again unless there wasn’t anything available around I would have rather gone to Holiday InnCons:- Cost of parking was about $36 for inside the garage

Staff did not offer other suggestions (apparently across the street was cheaper)- Breakfast was too expensive at $26 per person for a buffet I’d rather go to a restaurant and be waited on- No microwaves in rooms- Ice machine not working- No valet because “Covid”- Floor was outdated The place needs a remodel- The patio door was heavy to open Trees blocked a potential view- No laundry room- No garbage bags in trash bins This must result in extra work for the housekeeping- Water from sink does not taste good- Swimming pool was closed during the time frame it was supposed to be open- Even credit card machine was not working at check in- Internet was not greatPros:- Friendly staff- Location Gas station across the street and freeway and shopping very close by- Starbucks in lobby- Parking is secure

Caroline Parsons O’Keeffe

A huge thank you to Carolina and Katherine for their absolutely above and beyond customer service I called from Australia to arrange a surprise birthday gift for my sister who was staying as a guest Both ladies were not only professional but kind, generous and went out of their way to make my sister’s birthday special

If I could give them 100 stars I would! Thank you so much for your hospitality

Brian Crane

The room was fantastic! The location was great! And the amenities were great as well! However, I had a not great experience with the check in staff I had booked 2 rooms on Hotel Tonight, and I thought they were both “double queen” rooms When I went to check in they only had one “double queen” available

They said the other rooms were being cleaned and that I could come back in 1-15 hrs to get it The front desk gentleman even wrote down a note I called a few hours later and they went on to tell me there were no double queens available and I feel like they didn’t work with me nor try to go any extra out of their way to see if there was some sort of compromiseOther than that, great hotel

4. 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…

5. 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???!

6. Homewood Suites by Hilton Aliso Viejo – Laguna Beach (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Set in a modern building on a leafy property, this contemporary all-suite hotel is 3 miles from Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park, 7 miles from the Laguna Art Museum and 10 miles from Aliso Beach.Relaxed studios offer kitchens with dishwashers, microwaves and fridges, as well as free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs. The 1- to 2-bedroom suites add separate living/dining areas with pull-out sofas.Complimentary perks include hot breakfast, a grocery shopping service and weekday evening socials. There’s also an outdoor saltwater pool beside a wraparound patio that has a bar and a fire pit. Other amenities include a 24-hour gym and meeting space.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests liked the large rooms, which have minibars
  • 8 min drive to Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park
  • Guests praised the kitchenettes but some complained about the furniture
  • Some guests complained about the bathrooms
  • 62 min drive to Los Angeles International Airport
  • Guests liked the service
  • Guests mentioned “Patio” 10 times
  • Guests liked the outdoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Anthony Martinez

Well for starters the bed was not made correctly Instead of a comforter there was a fitted sheet in its place It made for a horrible sleep

We also needed some towels so we decided to ask for room service after the third day They said we needed to stay 5 nights to get that service and it has to be scheduled 24 hours in advance On the fourth night my son decided to yell through the door we were out of toilet paper! Soooo I had to walk my happy rear end downstairs to get my own re fill of paper I just it was so weird that a hotel at this price you don’t get your room cleaned, have to get towels and re fill your own soap and toilet paper Not to mention it was a little dirty when we arrived but decided when they service the room we will let them know but that didn’t happen Luckily my wife brought Lysol wipes and cleaned the gross spots and floor herself If you like paying top dollar for a room and doing all your own housekeeping I would say this is definitely the place! Although the breakfast was delightfully good

keisha albert

Very nice hotel, the location is near a bunch of little shops you can walk to and it was near a small park that goes to a nice shopping center, Also only 15 mins from the beach! The hotel itself was clean and spacious had everything you needed to cook! The only reason I gave 3 stars was because the carpet in there was really dirty and brown and had dirt spots all over it definitely needed to be cleaned and was kind of Gross & The couch looked as if it needed to be cleaned as well!!I also would like to mention the breakfast is not great for this location, Not much of a selection you’ll definitely have to go somewhere for breakfast! I’ve been to Hilton suites where the breakfast was amazing a little disappointing in this one!

Audrey Luo

Pros: the hot tub, bigger roomCons: not so clean I found a long white piece of something in the coffee maker filter which looked like a worm (it’s too gross to take a picture)

There’s problem with the sink drainage too and it smelled bad The breakfast was over at 9am, way too early I was lucky to finish my business call at 8:50am so I had the chance to eat a few things The location was not convenient It’s far from the highway and main streets Would not stay there again

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. 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!

9. 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

10. 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

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo (3-star hotel)

About this hotel

Among commercial plazas off I-5, this straightforward hotel is a mile from The Shops at Mission Viejo mall and 4 miles from Mission San Juan Capistrano, dating from 1775.Bright, relaxed rooms provide free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and coffeemakers. Suites add living areas with pull-out sofas, plus wet bars, microwaves and minifridges.Free breakfast is served in a cozy dining area with a fireplace. Other amenities include a courtyard with an outdoor pool, a hot tub and a waterfall, as well as a gym and a 24-hour convenience store.

Things You Need to Know

  • 7 min drive to Mission San Juan Capistrano
  • 13 min walk to nearest train station
  • Guests mentioned the service is friendly
  • Guests mentioned hot tubs 11 times
  • One of the few hotels in the area with an indoor pool

Feedback From Real Customers

Neal Benson

Another great stay at the Hampton Inn and suites for me I really enjoy staying in these kind of placesThe rooms are bigger than your typical hotel room and I enjoy that

My room has a king size bed, a nice desk, and a couch that you can relax on The bathroom is super spacious and this one I don’t know if this hotel is brand-new or it was just recently remodeld but it is very nice I like the decor in the room and everything that they got going on hereWhat you also get with this places you get breakfast in the morning I stopped in yesterday and had waffles and granola You can also get some hard-boiled eggs there too They also have a nice variety of fruitThe grounds are really well kept also I wish I would’ve had a chance to make it to the pool or the Jacuzzi but I didn’t get there So maybe you’ll have to check it out for me on your next day

Cem Ozar

Very spacious room, room and bed clean and comfy Tv was good Breakfast was poor

We have waited 5mins for cream to have a white coffee Lady , taking care of the breakfast area appeared very rare, so we had to investigate in the breakfast area for spoon, eggs etc Hotel was very quite and relaxing till students arrived 🙂 The man at the reception was really helpful

12. 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

13. Hampton Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest (2-star hotel)

About this hotel

Off I-5, this unpretentious hotel is 3 miles from shopping and dining at the Irvine Spectrum Center, and 6 miles from Orange County Great Park.The relaxed rooms provide flat-screen TVs and Wi-Fi, as well as minifridges, microwaves and coffeemakers.Amenities include an outdoor pool, a hot tub and a fitness center, plus an unfussy bar and meeting space. Parking and breakfast are available.

Things You Need to Know

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

Feedback From Real Customers

Steven Ramsey

Rooms are clean Staff is helpful Location is superior

Pool is inadequate and boring Parking is exceptional Kitchenette was perfect for our family during the 7day stay Room cards worked perfectly; unusual for many budget hotels Would highly recommend to anyone with a family or doing business All the essentials you need for working and relaxing Gas stations nearby Irvine Spectrum, Costco, Target, Home Depot, various banks, 405 & 5 & toll roads are nearby Already bragged to friends and family about this place Will definitely return here

Rosalyn Lomack

Nice hotel, a 4 is as much as I can give The thermostat was hard to keep the room comfortable Too cold at night and too warm during the day

Are room faced a office building, so we couldn’t open our curtains for natural light The breakfast omelets are gross They should toss these out and replace with something else, maybe a boiled egg option The front desk was not as friendly, as they could be and mainly men, but I guess they are doing the best they can This was my second stay The first was better than the second

Jennifer Hopkins

We had a wonderful stay at the Hampton inn Irvine Newly renovated hotel is absolutely pristine! Clean modern aesthetic, quiet, comfortable beds, quality linens and sparkling new bathroom! Staff was gracious and helpful is all aspects Super dog friendly, we brought our Goldendoodle, 70lbs, no weight restrictions just an extra room fee which we were happy to pay for our fur baby to be welcome! Thanks we’ll be back!

14. 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

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. 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

17. Crescent Bay Inn Laguna Beach (2-star hotel)

About this hotel

A 4-minute walk from Crescent Bay beach, this subdued hotel is also 0.9 miles from Laguna Art Museum and 3.2 miles from Crystal Cove.Featuring neutral color schemes and bold prints, the contemporary rooms include free Wi-Fi and 47-inch flat-screen TVs, as well as rainfall showerheads, minifridges and microwaves. Some have ocean views and/or pull-out sofas.Freebies include continental breakfast and coffee.

Things You Need to Know

  • Guests praised the clean, large rooms and liked the kitchenettes
  • Guests praised the showers
  • 4 min walk to Crescent Bay Beach
  • Guests praised the friendly service
  • Guests mentioned refrigerators 10 times
  • The hotel has breakfast
  • Guests liked the ocean views
  • Guests praised the beach

Feedback From Real Customers

John Posusta

My wife and I spent two nights in one of the beach view rooms and it was very nice and comfortable The a/c unit probably knocked out any outside noises so no complaints there We met the owner who was running the office and he could not have been more accommodating

I needed a couple bandages for a scraped foot and he gave me several Super nice guy The location is a bit of a walk from downtown but the trolley stop is not far away or the walk is pretty nice too The beach is a down a short path to a public street then some stairs down to the ocean Beach chairs and a couple boogie boards are available free to guests, a nice surprise For the price this is really a nice option and if I were to come back to Laguna this would be the first place I would check for an available room Enjoyed our stayThanks

J. Levy

really great little place The beds were very comfortable and the pillows were nice white linens

Nice towels and awesome shower wish we could have stayed a little bit longer so we could have enjoyed the beach walk but had to be in overnight and go def recommend if you need a centrally located place in Laguna Beach had fridge and microwave

Antelmo Lara

Stayed for a quick 1 day trip with the family and I have to say unbeatable price you get absolutely everything with this place, the peace the view and the spacious room that is renovated Anyone looking to stay anywhere else look no further this place is definitely a little gem PS don’t go based on how the place looks from the outside I almost looked away while booking because of it and now I know it would’ve been a great mistake

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