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Top Rancho Santa Margarita 3 Star hotels

Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG

Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG

3 out of 5
2726 S Grand Ave Santa Ana CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$108 nightly
The price is $122 total per night from May 17 to May 18
$122 total
May 17 - May 18
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a restaurant. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,349 reviews)
The room was spacious and located in a nice neighborhood close to the highway, with a great breakfast. However I booked a Queen room, but the bed felt noticeably smaller, closer to a Double/Full size, which the front desk denied despite my concerns. Additionally, the AC unit was very loud, and the ...

Reviewed on May 1, 2026

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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Irvine Spectrum

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Irvine Spectrum

3 out of 5
14972 Sand Canyon Ave Irvine CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$89 nightly
The price is $98 total per night from May 5 to May 6
$98 total
May 5 - May 6
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy the hot tub ...
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Best Western Corona Hotel & Suites

Best Western Corona Hotel & Suites

3.5 out of 5
1900 W. Frontage Rd Corona CA
$89 nightly
The price is $98 total per night from May 10 to May 11
$98 total
May 10 - May 11
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public areas. Guests ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,079 reviews)
WiFi/Internet weak in room; ok in breakfast area.

Reviewed on May 3, 2026

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Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport

Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport

3.5 out of 5
2120 Main St Irvine CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$155 nightly
The price is $171 total per night from May 17 to May 18
$171 total
May 17 - May 18
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an indoor pool, a gym, and a restaurant. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and WiFi in public areas. Enjoy ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,614 reviews)
We were appalled at the cost charged for parking. $37 a day is almost 1/4 of the room price we paid. We were very disappointed at this unexpected cost. Probably won’t choose this hotel again.

Reviewed on Apr 28, 2026

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Dana Point Marina Inn

Dana Point Marina Inn

3 out of 5
24800 Dana Point Harbor Dr Dana Point CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$106 nightly
The price is $118 total per night from May 17 to May 18
$118 total
May 17 - May 18
Total with taxes and fees
A marina and an outdoor pool are featured at this smoke-free hotel. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,953 reviews)
The condition of the room was terrible. The bed frame was broken. The paint in the bathroom was peeling off from the ceiling on top of the bathtub. The paint on the door was painted half! I would not recommend this place to anybody

Reviewed on May 1, 2026

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Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

3.5 out of 5
17941 Von Karman Avenue Irvine CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$154 nightly
The price is $170 total per night from May 29 to May 30
$170 total
May 29 - May 30
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a restaurant. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center, express check-out, and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,217 reviews)
The room was clean and peaceful, the restaurant was excellent, parking was easy and close.

Reviewed on Apr 30, 2026

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Great Wolf Lodge Anaheim, CA

Great Wolf Lodge Anaheim, CA

3.5 out of 5
12681 Harbor Blvd Garden Grove CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$177 nightly
The price is $204 total per night from May 4 to May 5
$204 total
May 4 - May 5
Total with taxes and fees
This smoke-free resort features a water park and 5 restaurants. Bring the family and enjoy the mini golf, children's pool, and waterslide. Enjoy a meal in one ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,861 reviews)
Bed bugs my toddler got bit

Reviewed on May 3, 2026

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Ayres Hotel Anaheim

Ayres Hotel Anaheim

3.5 out of 5
2550 E Katella Ave Anaheim CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$135 nightly
The price is $158 total per night from May 12 to May 13
$158 total
May 12 - May 13
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,186 reviews)
Th÷ Aryers Anaheim is our home away from home

Reviewed on May 3, 2026

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ALO Hotel by Ayres, Orange

ALO Hotel by Ayres, Orange

3.5 out of 5
3737 W Chapman Ave Orange CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$121 nightly
The price is $133 total per night from May 10 to May 11
$133 total
May 10 - May 11
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling for business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center, laundry service, ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,555 reviews)
One of my favorite hotels near disney.

Reviewed on May 1, 2026

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Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

Hilton Garden Inn Dana Point Doheny Beach

3 out of 5
34402 Pacific Coast Hwy Dana Point CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$127 nightly
The price is $141 total per night from May 17 to May 18
$141 total
May 17 - May 18
Total with taxes and fees
The hotel's outdoor pool, 24-hour gym, and 2 bars/lounges are among the featured amenities. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the free WiFi in public ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
Great stay in a great location!

Reviewed on May 2, 2026

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3 Star Hotels Rancho Santa Margarita

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