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

2.5 star property
Suburban hotel with free breakfast and fitness centre

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Outdoor pool
Free daily buffet breakfast
Interior
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$231
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov

Explore the area

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

Room options

Standard Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communication)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(44 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communication)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(73 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Santa Ana

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG places you in the heart of Santa Ana, within a 10-minute walk of Santa Ana Zoo and 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Ronald Reagan Federal Building and Courthouse. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas and a fitness centre, and has a business centre. Added amenities include a 24-hour business centre, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Lyon Street hotel include Honda Center and Angel Stadium of Anaheim.

What's nearby

  • Santa Ana Zoo - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Old Orange County Courthouse - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Ronald Reagan Federal Building and Courthouse - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Bowers Museum - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Angel Stadium of Anaheim - 6 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

  • Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center - 6 min drive
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Metate Market - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Sandwich Society - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria El Gordito - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Avila's El Ranchito - ‬14 min walk

About this property

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

Suburban hotel with free breakfast and fitness centre
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and 8 meeting rooms. Free breakfast is served daily. Barbecue grills, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express & 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 centre (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG offers 161 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Santa Ana hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. 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
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 8 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill

Accessibility

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

More

  • 10 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1978
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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 cots (infant beds)!

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 all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County 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 Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG?

As of 8 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG on 2 Nov 2025 start from NZ$231.07, 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 Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG?

The closest beach to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG is Newport Dune (15 km).

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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG has an outdoor pool.

Is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG is a hit with families.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG serve breakfast?

Yeah, our guests quite like the free buffet brekkie here! Served daily between 6:00 AM and 9:30 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG?

No, only service animals are allowed.

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

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 655 out of 1186 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 291 out of 1186 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 1186 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 1186 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 65 out of 1186 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Alma

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time staying here and have yet to be disappointed. Nice room, clean everything
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo

Liked: Amenities
Great customer service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kyung

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jinhan

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emanuel

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jinpeng

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter, Salem

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice and we checked in efficiently
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Robin

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

A

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a great staying
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janette

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jorge

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diem

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The place is clean and very good service. I love the free breakfast and parking. Will come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Roberta

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

night ruined by noisy neighbors

I requested a quiet room and it was quiet until 1130 pm when the room next door had a party where the guests were shouting ridiculously until 4:00 am. We called the front desk numerous times but the noise never stopped until the police were finally called.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

maria cecilia

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Vincent P

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tamar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was friendly and very welcoming. Room was clean, shower was wonderful, and the bed let me sleep like a baby.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Salvador

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent service
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Esmeralda

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Stacey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stay at this property a lot due to its proximity to my daughter’s sports team. We enjoy the convenient location, the breakfast, free parking, a nice gym and cleanliness of the rooms. However, it seems like they may have a bird problem on the property lately. There is bird excrement all over the balconies and every morning we are awakened early by very loud birds. Also, if there is an event next door at the event venue, parking is also non existent which is a little frustrating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025