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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG

2.5 star property
Lake Forest guestrooms with free WiFi

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Room amenity
Free daily continental breakfast
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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20768 Lake Forest Drive, Lake Forest, CA, 92630
  • Place, Pittsford Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Etnies Skate Park of Lake Forest
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Foothill Ranch Towne Centre
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ontario, CA (ONT-Los Angeles - Ontario Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

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Room amenity

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room

  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(49 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room amenity

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Transfer Shower)

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

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Transfer Shower)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

Suite, 1 King Bed (Spin Bike)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Lake Forest

In regional park.You'll find Pittsford Park and Etnies Skate Park of Lake Forest within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Foothill Ranch Towne Centre and Saddleback Church are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Pittsford Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Etnies Skate Park of Lake Forest - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Barker Ranch Dog Park - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Foothill Ranch Towne Centre - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Disneyland® Resort - 32 min drive - 25.7 miles

Getting around

  • Irvine Transportation Center - 14 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Wok Mongolian Bbq - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Linda's Coffee House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG

Lake Forest guestrooms with free WiFi
WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. There's an onsite business center. Free breakfast is served daily. Event space at this hotel measures 555 square feet (52 square meters) and includes conference space. A 24-hour fitness center, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG. For a fee, parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Lake Forest hotel.

  • 60 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 555 sq ft of conference space
  • 52 sq m of conference space
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG offers 60 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. 49-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 5 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 49-inch LED TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per day, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 50 and a deposit of USD 50 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 37.5 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 14 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 5 per day
  • Pet deposit: USD 50 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per day plus USD 50 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 14 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Prominence Hotel
Prominence Hotel Lake Forest
Prominence Lake Forest

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG is 17 mi (21-min drive) away from the John Wayne Airport (SNA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG?

As of Apr 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG on May 10, 2026 start from $133, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is 18.3 mi (34-min drive) from Thousand Steps Beach and 18.8 mi (37-min drive) from Table Rock Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG offers free continental breakfast on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 5 per day.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG does not have a pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG to downtown Lake Forest?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG is 1.5 mi away from Lake Forest.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 463 out of 686 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 140 out of 686 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 686 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 686 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 686 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stay here a couple times a year to visit family nearby. Always a clean and pleasant refuge for the night.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melaniw

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The eggs were cold and the food not refilled in a timely manor. The room was fine. The check in could have gone smoother, but the kid was new and I'm sure will improve with time.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, attentive staff, clean gym, breakfast ready every day. We have stayed at this location multiple times and will always come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elfego

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is really clean, very spacious and checkin was great!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Saundra

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, comfortable beds and pillows
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Drew

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thien, El Monte

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Aurora

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great except I can hear the upstairs to the point I couldn’t go back to sleep
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Erica

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for vball tournament. Staff friendly. Common areas clean. Double room was perfect for an overnight stay. Clean and Beds comfy. Bathroom shower drained well. Room stocked w enough towels. Coffee 24/7 was AWESOME. Breakfast was good. Lots of free parking. Very close drive to CLAVA and shopping area. Walking distance to good sushi, Starbucks, bakery, gas station, and Mediterranean dining. Price very good compared to other nearby hotels. Would def stay here again. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nowhere near the ratings here
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yun

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Terry

I didn’t come. Did not check in. I had kidney surgery Friday and couldn’t travel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Dante

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was underwhelming. The turkey sausage links looked like they've had a hard life, dried out and spikey. The staff were nice and friendly enough. Good location with restaurants next door. Clean with nice amenities like a pool and spa. First times at Holiday Inn Expresses and will seek them out since they do seem better than other options in the mid range.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb service, good staff and very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Carol

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seth

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No complaints. This place rocks
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffry

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025