Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG

Property class: 2.5
City-center Santa Ana hotel with outdoor pool

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG puts you within a 10-minute drive of Honda Center and Chapman University. You can get a workout in at the fitness center or take a dip in the outdoor pool. Also, South Coast Plaza and Anaheim GardenWalk are within a short drive. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and breakfast.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • 24-hour business center
  • Business center
  • 8 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Front-desk safe
  • ATM/banking services
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is CNY846
CNY957 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

Standard Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Mobility, Access Tub)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and artwork on the walls.

Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communication, Extra Floor Space)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communication)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(51 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communication)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a blue sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and artwork on the walls.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Accessible Tub)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility ,Accessible Tub)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility ,Accessible Tub)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Roll Shwr)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Roll Shwr)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a flat-screen TV, a wardrobe, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(101 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1600 E 1st St, Santa Ana, CA, 92701

What's nearby

  • Santa Ana Zoo - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cabrillo Tennis Center - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Yost Theater - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • 4th Street Market - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Dr. Willella Howe-Waffle House and Medical Museum - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 14 min drive
  • Fullerton, CA (FUL-Fullerton Municipal) - 25 min drive
  • Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) - 32 min drive
  • Ontario Intl. Airport (ONT) - 66 min drive
  • Tustin Station - 12 min drive
  • Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center - 14 min drive
  • Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center - 25 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Taco Nazo - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria El Gordito - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Del Taco - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG

  • Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG puts you within a 10-minute drive of Honda Center and Chapman University. You can get a workout in at the fitness center or take a dip in the outdoor pool. Also, South Coast Plaza and Anaheim GardenWalk are within a short drive. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and breakfast.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 161 rooms
    • Arranged over 10 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • 8 meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Built in 1978
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Also known as

Hotel Santa Ana Plaza
Santa Ana Plaza
Holiday Inn Express Suites Santa Ana Orange County
Holiday Inn Express Suites Santa Ana Orange County by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Suites Santa Ana Orange County an IHG Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, body boarding, and water skiing, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a fitness center.

What's the area around Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG like?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG is in Lyon Street, a short 6-minute walk from Santa Ana Zoo. Travelers say this hotel is in a good location.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently great with many options and a nice bonus for guests. (132 reviews)
  • Parking was convenient, ample, and free, with many reviewers praising its ease and spaciousness. (31 reviews)
  • The pool was clean, refreshing, and a great place for kids to have fun. (10 reviews)
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Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Always love the breakfast and that parking is free!
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Great hospitality from people at front desk, hotel was nice and clean, easy access to pool, and good breakfast! Comfortable beds and good pillows.
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10/10 Exceptional

It was clean and it was really nice. Enjoyed the pool and breakfast!
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Clean room good breakfast comfortable beds
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Great breakfast comfortable room and quick service
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was wonderful. The room was spacious and immaculate. Breakfast was good. The manager even helped me tie my necktie! Only thing that one might find objectionable are the scratches on the elevator doors. But those are very expensive to fix.
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Quiet, safe location breakfast available for purchase
Verified review

8/10 Very good

The room was clean, and the shower actually had water pressure and was amazing, best shower in an economy hotel that I’ve ever had. The staff was friendly, helpful and professional. It was strange that there was no coffee maker, but I’m assuming they wanted you to go to the lobby for coffee. Not helpful early in the morning when you’re still a zombie, there were no little cups for water or anything. I like to have one to rinse with when brushing my teeth, but of course I made do. Overall, a decent plan to stay on a quick overnight (basically we needed a place to sleep and shower).
Verified review

8/10 Very good

We requested the rooms to be cleaned & it took 2 days & various repeated requests to have them done. It was kind of disappointing, we had higher expectation from hotels such as Holiday Inn Express. We did love the complimentary breakfast & parking & 24 hours coffee/tea.
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10/10 Exceptional

Convenient location, super clean
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice and clean
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Love the hotel. Clean and good lighting
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel is wonderful in many ways. It is spotless to include all the public areas. The rooms are updated and everything worked flawlessly. For business travelers - particularly lawyers going to the Santa Ana courthouse - this location is convenient and the staff is excellent. As lawyers often do, I had a substantial document that needed to be printed. The young lady who checked me in gave me an email address - I sent her the document and she provided me a laser printed copy that was perfect. All of the staff are in uniforms which is unusual. The breakfast was superb and this coming from someone who has similar breakfasts all around the country. I will stay here again for my next hearing in January 2027. Kudos to the general manager and staff for making my trip easier.
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was great and clean. Staff was very kind
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable. The staff was nice.
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was clean and well maintained. Parking was ample. The staff were great and breakfast was lovely. I especially appreciated the custom coffee makers and the big urns. Having both meant I could be in a hurry or grind the beans for a tastier experience. Would stay here again!
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room and the staff was wonderful.
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10/10 Exceptional

We stayed for a week for a swim meet in Irvine. The hotel was very clean and organized. The staff were super helpful and friendly. The hotel was quite busy with guests in the lobby and at breakfast. The pool frequently had no to few guests so it was quite relaxing. Many of the guests were visiting Disney or the same swim meet we attended. The best feature of this hotel besides this amazing palm trees is the location. We were 10 minutes from Irvine and the foothills and 15 minutes to Huntington Beach which we frequently visited in between swim sessions. The price of the hotel was extremely reasonable for its location. Some question the quality of the neighborhood but we felt it was safe and enjoyable. We even took a walk to the local In-n-Out (about 1.4 miles away) and it was perfectly fine. We would absolutely stay again as we saved money with this hotel to use for other fun ventures in sunny California!
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8/10 Very good

Everything was great, breakfast was amazing and everything was well cleaned and neat
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved staying at this hotel. The room was pretty spacious and nice. Very close to Santa Ana's downtown. And of course we were so happy about breakfast being included :) , it was delicious!! We would stay there again when possible. Thanks!!
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10/10 Exceptional

I came for work, a bit aways from where I needed to be but this place was AMAZING! The staff was so helpful, shout out to the gal that checked me in! Parking was EASY! Clean room- comfortable. I didn’t want to leave!
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10/10 Exceptional

Thanks Staff. The room was very clean. Breakfast was great and good services! My family was very happy!
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was cleaned daily, staff was nice, breakfast was good!
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Front Desk staff is very accommodating and nice. Breakfast is fresh. But hope next visit water pressure is very good so the guest will enjoy shower.
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Staff is knowledgeable, polite. Rooms are nice, clean and beds are very comfortable