Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG

2.5 star property
Suburban hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and free breakfast

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Pool
Exterior
Exterior
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available
The current price is NZ$208
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb

Explore the area

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20768 Lake Forest Drive, Lake Forest, CA, 92630
  • Place, Etnies Skate Park of Lake Forest
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Foothill Ranch Towne Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Saddleback Church
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (Spin Bike)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Lake Forest

At Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG you'll be 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Foothill Ranch Towne Centre and 3.2 km (2 mi) from Saddleback Church. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and LED TVs. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour fitness centre and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Lake Forest hotel include Irvine Spectrum Center and Orange County Great Park.

What's nearby

  • Pittsford Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Etnies Skate Park of Lake Forest - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Foothill Ranch Towne Centre - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Heritage Hill Historic Park - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Saddleback Church - 3 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Irvine Transportation Center - 14 min drive
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Big Wok Mongolian Bbq - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG

Suburban hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and free breakfast
WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. There's an onsite business centre. Free breakfast is served. Event space at this hotel measures 555 square feet (52 square metres) and includes conference space. A 24-hour fitness centre, 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
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG offers 60 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. 49-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 555 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • In a regional park

Accessibility

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

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 49-inch LED TV with cable channels

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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

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 lb 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 a one-off USD 50 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 guest room 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 all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 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

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 12 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG on 22 Feb 2026 start from NZ$207.98, 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.

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

Yep, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG has an uncovered self car park for USD 5 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG?

The closest beach to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG is Main Beach (17.1 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 444 out of 658 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 132 out of 658 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 658 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 658 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 658 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
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

8/10 Good

Beatríz

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Unico problema el baño
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Amenities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed with children and loved it
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvette

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was very clean! The staff was great too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very helpful and nice. :)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tia

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The workers seemed happy to be there, which made for a pleasant experience. The room was clean and had eco friendly toiletries. The complimentary breakfast had lots of different choices. Also, when we ran into an issue with the juice dispenser it was promptly resolved by the staff. Overall the stay was nice and I would definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Shante

Friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco, shafter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay, clean, quiet area. would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

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

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

sara

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’m surprised this hotel was full. The hotel itself looks old. The room I was in though big was very run down. It seemed like a Motel 6.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arianna

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

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

10/10 Excellent

VICTOR

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, very clean, comfortable bed, quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

VICTOR

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, quiet bed comfortable, great hotel, will come back. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Karen

The worst breakfast

The room was comfortable and the beds were comfortable. The breakfast was the worst! Coffee was barely lukewarm, the hot food looked like it had been sitting out for a couple of days, and selection was low. The bagel I ate was stale.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025