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Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG

Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG
3.0 star property
Santa Ana
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,328 reviews)
"Convienent location, great clean modern room, good food."
United States
Stanley
$111 nightly
The price is $126
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG

Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport

Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport
3.5 star property
Irvine Business Complex
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,611 reviews)
"Friendly staff, good breakfast, great location. "
United States
Lutz
$155 nightly
The price is $171
May 7 - May 8
Total with taxes and fees
Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Irvine Spectrum

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Irvine Spectrum
3.0 star property
Irvine Spectrum
6.8 out of 10, (1,222 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
Andrei
$96 nightly
The price is $106
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Total with taxes and fees
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Irvine Spectrum

Embassy Suites by Hilton Santa Ana Orange County Airport

Embassy Suites by Hilton Santa Ana Orange County Airport
3.5 star property
Santa Ana
6.2 out of 10, (2,001 reviews)
"Nice hotel"
United States
Martha
$130 nightly
The price is $148
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Total with taxes and fees
Embassy Suites by Hilton Santa Ana Orange County Airport

ALO Hotel by Ayres, Orange

ALO Hotel by Ayres, Orange
3.5 star property
Anaheim Resort
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,543 reviews)
"Place was great "
United States
Kimbra
$121 nightly
The price is $133
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Total with taxes and fees
ALO Hotel by Ayres, Orange

Dana Point Marina Inn

Dana Point Marina Inn
3.0 star property
Dana Point Harbor
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,943 reviews)
"had a great stay good location "
United States
David
$107 nightly
The price is $119
May 19 - May 20
Total with taxes and fees
Dana Point Marina Inn

Sonesta Select Laguna Hills Irvine Spectrum

Sonesta Select Laguna Hills Irvine Spectrum
3.0 star property
North Laguna Hills
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,780 reviews)
"The room was very clean and the bed was very comfortable "
United States
Joe
$106 nightly
The price is $117
May 17 - May 18
Total with taxes and fees
Sonesta Select Laguna Hills Irvine Spectrum

Sonesta Anaheim Resort Area

Sonesta Anaheim Resort Area
3.0 star property
Anaheim Resort
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,608 reviews)
"We loved our stay!!"
United States
Melissa
$109 nightly
The price is $128
May 11 - May 12
Total with taxes and fees
Sonesta Anaheim Resort Area

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport
3.5 star property
Irvine Business Complex
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,202 reviews)
"Cleanest hotel and breakfast was amazing"
Canada
JEONGEUN
$155 nightly
The price is $171
May 16 - May 17
Total with taxes and fees
Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

Ayres Hotel Orange

Ayres Hotel Orange
3.5 star property
Anaheim Resort
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,673 reviews)
"Excellent stay near Disney!"
United States
Jose Luis Rodriguez
$136 nightly
The price is $150
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Total with taxes and fees
Ayres Hotel Orange

Atrium Hotel at Orange County Airport

Atrium Hotel at Orange County Airport
3.0 star property
Airport Area
7.6 out of 10, Good, (2,225 reviews)
"The hotel was great, the convenience of location to the airport is excellent, staff was great, and the check-in process was super quick."
United States
Sasja
$135 nightly
The price is $149
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Total with taxes and fees
Atrium Hotel at Orange County Airport

Ramada by Wyndham Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

Ramada by Wyndham Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
3.0 star property
Downtown Costa Mesa
7.8 out of 10, Good, (2,209 reviews)
"Great place "
United States
Jonathan
$98 nightly
The price is $109
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Total with taxes and fees
Ramada by Wyndham Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

Pacific Edge Hotel

Pacific Edge Hotel
3.0 star property
Laguna Village
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,465 reviews)
"Amazing stay."
United States
Giselle
$239 nightly
The price is $273
May 4 - May 5
Total with taxes and fees
Pacific Edge Hotel

Costa Mesa Inn

Costa Mesa Inn
3.0 star property
Mesa Verde
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,498 reviews)
"Nice stay overall"
United States
Francisco
$92 nightly
The price is $99
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Total with taxes and fees
Costa Mesa Inn

Ayres Hotel Anaheim

Ayres Hotel Anaheim
3.5 star property
Southeast Anaheim
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,183 reviews)
"Great place to stay. The staff is excellent!"
United States
Barbara
$132 nightly
The price is $155
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Total with taxes and fees
Ayres Hotel Anaheim

San Clemente Inn

San Clemente Inn
3.0 star property
San Clemente
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,509 reviews)
"An amazing stay, incredible accommodations, wonderful staff."
Canada
Deb
$96 nightly
The price is $106
Apr 29 - Apr 30
Total with taxes and fees
San Clemente Inn

Great Wolf Lodge Anaheim, CA

Great Wolf Lodge Anaheim, CA
3.5 star property
Anaheim Resort
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,838 reviews)
"Great place "
United States
Candice
$179 nightly
The price is $206
Apr 22 - Apr 23
Total with taxes and fees
Great Wolf Lodge Anaheim, CA

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Orange County Airport

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Orange County Airport
3.0 star property
Santa Ana
7.8 out of 10, Good, (2,056 reviews)
"Clean room, comfortable sleep, decent breakfast, great price!"
United States
Anthony
$102 nightly
The price is $115
May 10 - May 11
Total with taxes and fees
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Orange County Airport

Comfort Inn & Suites Irvine Spectrum

Comfort Inn & Suites Irvine Spectrum
3.5 star property
Lake Forest
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,391 reviews)
"Great place loved it "
United States
Alejandro
$112 nightly
The price is $123
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Total with taxes and fees
Comfort Inn & Suites Irvine Spectrum

Ayres Suites Mission Viejo – Lake Forest

Ayres Suites Mission Viejo – Lake Forest
3.0 star property
Mission Viejo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,256 reviews)
"Clean with great breakfast and friendly staff."
United States
joanne
$125 nightly
The price is $135
May 19 - May 20
Total with taxes and fees
Ayres Suites Mission Viejo – Lake Forest
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Nestled against the Santa Ana Mountains, this planned community offers serene hiking trails around O'Neill Regional Park and Trabuco Canyon. Families gather at the lakeside beach club while mountain bikers tackle the Patriot Trail for spectacular views of Saddleback Mountain.

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Three Star Hotel Guide for Rancho Santa Margarita

There’s a reason the top 3 star hotels in Rancho Santa Margarita, California are so incredibly popular: They combine comforting amenities and just-for-you service with some of the best rates and discounts the area has to offer. When you book a stay at a three star hotel in Rancho Santa Margarita, you’ll get access to perfect little perks like on-site restaurants and cocktail bars, well-appointed fitness centers, and spacious rooms.

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From business trips to family getaways, the Rancho Santa Margarita 3 star hotels offer a fantastic home base for any type of vacation.

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Rancho Santa Margarita?
Expedia guests speak highly of The Hills Hotel. It features an outdoor entertainment area and a rooftop terrace, and is around 5 mi west of central Rancho Santa Margarita. Ayres Hotel & Spa Mission Viejo is another leading 3-star hotel. Located approximately 7 mi north of downtown, it offers a pillowtop mattress and an electric car charging station.
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Rancho Santa Margarita?
Book a 3-star hotel and you can look forward to comfortable and tidy rooms and conveniences such as free WiFi, gyms and coffee and tea making facilities. These stays may also feature an on-site bar and restaurant. Elevate your Rancho Santa Margarita trip by locking in a 4-star hotel. With things like a wellness center, 24/7 room service and luxury toiletries, you'll experience an enhanced level of comfort.

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