About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Lake Forest by IHG in Lake Forest offers air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, tea and coffee makers, and free WiFi. Each room includes a work desk, sofa bed, and TV. Leisure Facilities: Guests can enjoy a fitness centre, outdoor swimming pool, and hot tub. Additional amenities include a 24-hour front desk, business area, and outdoor seating and picnic areas. Convenient Location: Located 21 km from John Wayne Airport, the hotel is near attractions such as South Coast Plaza (24 km), Fashion Island (26 km), and Disneyland (33 km). An ice-skating rink is also in the vicinity.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Holiday Inn Express
Hotel chain/brand
Holiday Inn Express

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Private parking at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
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1 sofa bed
2 large double beds
1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
2 large double beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Eduardo
    Brazil Brazil
    Courteous employees, spotless installations. Crew worked hard even during holidays. Rooms look new, lots of power outlets with USB-A connectors. Shampoo/conditioner/hand wash and moisturizer are all Dove. Good breakfast. Well maintained overall.
  • Lauren
    United States United States
    Breakfast is always yummy! People who work there are the best! Todd is the best front desk guy!! Hysterically kind and funny! Levi is so kind! Rosa is the best manager of the cleaning crew!
  • Shanah
    United States United States
    This was or 3rd or 4th time staying here, but was the best experience so dar. We enjoy the clean rooms, good breakfast, and location. But this trip Todd, the gentleman at the front desk REALLY went above and beyond for us. He was kind, quick, yet...
  • Genet
    United States United States
    I and my sister were impressed With the services that the employee or the manager by the name Todd filling up the food and very quickly clean the tables after people! His smile is also incredibly! All those employees seated at the reception are...
  • Mirza
    Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia
    Mr. Todd at reception was really a cool guy. Helped me check in as my card was not working.
  • Tedivlad
    Ireland Ireland
    The location, the cleanliness and friendliness of the staff (must mention Todd! He was super welcoming and helpful!)
  • Debra
    United States United States
    We love everything about staying at this particular Holiday inn Express !! We have stayed here multiple times and will continue to stay at this location every time we visit the area. Todd Forrester and his staff are absolutely superb in every...
  • Craig
    United States United States
    The staff was amazing. They were upbeat, extremely attentive and efficient as they were busy. The young lady checking me in was very friendly and provided extra water bottles and some great advice. The gentleman in the morning, had a chefs hat on...
  • Mina
    United States United States
    cleanliness, great staff, breakfast, parking, and location.
  • Alexandra
    United States United States
    Great breakfast, comfy beds, great location easy on and off with a Starbucks in the same parking lot and a gas station across the street. Gave me late check out. Front desk 24 hours a day. Very reasonable rates.

Hotel surroundings

House rules

Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Lake Forest by IHG takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of US$50 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBCarte Blanche Cash is not accepted

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.

Please note the property is under renovations.

In an effort to further improve facilities, the hotel is currently upgrading and replacing the in room computer system. The computer system may not be available in all rooms.

Please note that, due to renovations, the omelette station will be unavailable.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

A damage deposit of US$50 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.