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Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star hotel near Irvine Spectrum Center

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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23131 Lake Center Drive, Lake Forest, CA, 92630
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    ‪3 min drive‬
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    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Disneyland® Resort
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ontario Intl. Airport (ONT)
    ‪58 min drive‬

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  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

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

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9.2 out of 10
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(125 reviews)
  • 276 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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(8 reviews)
  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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(48 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Lake Forest

In shopping district.You'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Irvine Spectrum Center and 9 miles (15 km) of Orange County Great Park. University of California, Irvine is within 12 miles (20 km) and Pelican Hill Golf Course is within 16 miles (25 km).

What's nearby

  • Irvine Spectrum Center - 2 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • The Orchard at Saddleback - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Massage Envy Spa - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Disneyland® Resort - 24 min drive - 20.8 miles
  • Anaheim Convention Center - 27 min drive - 20.6 miles

Getting around

  • Irvine Transportation Center - 9 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hat - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

3.5-star hotel near Irvine Spectrum Center
Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest offers its guests an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Event space at this hotel measures 1200 square feet (111 square meters) and includes conference space. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3.5-star Lake Forest hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 148 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 1200 sq ft of conference space
  • 111 sq m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest offers 148 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 48-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This Lake Forest hotel provides complimentary 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. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
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Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 20 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; USD 9.70 to 18.32 for adults and USD 10.78 to 10.78 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • 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.
  • 7 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 48-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 9.7 to 18.32 for adults, and USD 10.78 to 10.78 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 20 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)
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 JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn IRVINE
Holiday Inn IRVINE SOUTH/IRVINE SPECTRUM
Holiday Inn IRVINE SOUTH/IRVINE SPECTRUM Hotel
Holiday Inn IRVINE SOUTH/IRVINE SPECTRUM Hotel Lake Forest
Holiday Inn IRVINE SOUTH/IRVINE SPECTRUM Lake Forest
Holiday Inn IRVINE SPECTRUM
Holiday Inn SOUTH/IRVINE
Holiday Inn SPECTRUM IRVINE
IRVINE Holiday Inn
IRVINE SPECTRUM Holiday Inn
Inn Irvine Irvine Spectrum
Hilton Irvine Spectrum Forest
Holiday Inn Irvine South/Irvine Spectrum
Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest Lake Forest
Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest Hotel Lake Forest

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest to the airport?

Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest is 10.3 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 Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest?

As of Oct 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest on Oct 29, 2026 start from $139, 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 Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest.

How close is Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest to the beach?

This hotel is 15.1 mi (21-min drive) from Doheny State Beach and 8.9 mi (22-min drive) from Main Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 9.7 and 18.32 for adults, USD 10.78 and 10.78 for children. It's available on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest?

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

Is there free parking at Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 20 per night.

Does Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest have a pool?

Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest to downtown Lake Forest?

Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest is 2.2 mi away from Lake Forest.

Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 872 out of 1220 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 204 out of 1220 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 1220 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1220 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 1220 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, well maintained, great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, convenient to the SNA airport, exceptional staff! Definitely recommend and will stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Prices are reasonable and the rooms are nice, spacious and clean. Highly recommend for those looking to stay in the Lake Forest area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had really good time here! It was actually better than 5 star hotel that i stayed in just before coming into this inn! All the staff members were very kind and room was very clean! Also it was very convenient to have microwave so i can heat up my food! I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, nice staff, close to restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean hotel with friendly and helpful staff. The location is excellent and convenient for getting around and exploring the area. The rooms were well-maintained, and the overall atmosphere was welcoming and comfortable. I had a great stay and would definitely recommend this hotel to others.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff great area
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close access to the freeway and hotel parking.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff lots of parking clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Clean and such a great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mid level experience smily staff nice place and area
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, great staff, good breakfast and service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is clean and location is good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was lovely
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Exceptional clean room and great staff! Will definitely look to stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean AC works great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with easy access to the freeway. We'd book it again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is nice new and kept clean. It is near highway but they have sound proof windows. Staff was very friendly. BTW, if you want authentic Japanese sushi you have to go to Uoko nearby, real deal, all Japanese.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, newer construction. Rooms are in the small side. Staff was helpful. Only issue was I was given a key to a room and upon entering discovered it had not been cleaned / made up. Upon return to the front desk they promptly gave me a new room that was ready.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good. Steph was amazing housekeeper would ask us if we needed clean towels. I would definitely give this hotel 10 stars.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was very good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really clean hotel with excellent food!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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