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

2.5 star property
Hotel perfectly located for exploring Santa Ana

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Relax by the pool surrounded by lush trees and enjoy a serene atmosphere.
Relax in our stylish lobby, featuring a reception desk, comfortable seating area, and natural decor.
Relax in the shaded patio area, surrounded by lush greenery and comfortable seating.
Enjoy a diverse selection of dishes at our buffet, featuring omelets, cheese, and more.
Relax in comfort with a large bed, a convenient table and chair, and a TV for entertainment.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
1600 E 1st St, Santa Ana, CA, 92701
  • Santa Ana Zoo
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Old Orange County Courthouse
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Bowers Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communication)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Mobility, Access Tub)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communication)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communication)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(42 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Roll Shwr)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Roll Shwr)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(67 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 299 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 299 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Santa Ana

City center stay.With a stay at this Lyon Street hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Santa Ana Zoo and 2 miles (3 km) of Old Orange County Courthouse. Ronald Reagan Federal Building and Courthouse and Bowers Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Santa Ana Zoo - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Old Orange County Courthouse - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Ronald Reagan Federal Building and Courthouse - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Bowers Museum - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Disneyland® Resort - 9 min drive - 7.6 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center - 6 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Del Taco - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Avila's El Ranchito - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria El Gordito - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Sandwich Society - ‬13 min walk

About this property

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

Hotel perfectly located for exploring Santa Ana
Holiday Inn Express And Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and 8 meeting rooms. Free breakfast is served daily. Barbecue grills, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express And Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG. Self parking is free.

This Santa Ana hotel is smoke free.

  • 161 guestrooms or units
  • 10 levels
  • Built in 1978
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express And Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG offers 161 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Santa Ana hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is 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

How close is Holiday Inn Express And Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express And Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG is 6.3 mi (12-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 And Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG?

As of Jul 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express And Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG on Aug 4, 2025 start from $130.0, excluding 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 And Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express And Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Express And Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is 12 mi (24-min drive) from Balboa Peninsula Beaches and 12 mi (23-min drive) from Newport Dune. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Holiday Inn Express And Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express And Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

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

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express And Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express And Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Holiday Inn Express And Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express And Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG features an outdoor pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express And Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express And Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG to downtown Santa Ana?

Holiday Inn Express And Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG is 1.2 mi away from Santa Ana.

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

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 641 out of 1176 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 288 out of 1176 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 122 out of 1176 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 1176 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 67 out of 1176 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ISIDRO, LAS VEGAS

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Closed by freeway
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved it
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

10/10 Excellent

Mara

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Yadira

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Grace, Stevenson Ranch

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Really noisy at night
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Francisca B

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was fine
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Dianna

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The window to our room was on the first floor so the vehicles noice was loud you could here the guest in and out since we where right next to the main entry.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

emad

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My favorite place
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Besher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madonna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verónica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

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

8/10 Good

Phuc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

LILIAN

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a nice stay. Room was clean and smelled really good. We'll definitely stay here again if we're around this area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kiran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was near I wanted to be.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

sonia

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved how clean and spacious my room was. I loved how comfortable I felt. Overall it was a great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

jesus angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025