Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site, but it is limited.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee, subject to availability.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including accessible public areas and facilities. Step-free entrances are available.

How is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is located in Costa Mesa, just a 4-minute drive from South Coast Plaza and 6 minutes from the University of California, Irvine. It is also close to various attractions such as the Orange County Fair and Events Center (1.2 km) and Huntington Beach Pier (7.8 km).

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool available, operational from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM. It is a seasonal outdoor pool.

What are the policies regarding children staying at the property?

Children are allowed at the property, and kids can stay for free up to a certain age, although the minimum age for check-in is 18.

OC Hotel in Costa Mesa, USA

Average nightly price at OC Hotel by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$120
February	$129
March	$146
April	$132
May	$132
June	$146
July	$194
August	$150
September	$147
October	$132
November	$120
December	$119

What guests think

OC Hotel earns frequent compliments for its friendly, accommodating staff, renovated and generally clean rooms, and a convenient Costa Mesa base near the OC Fairgrounds and Newport Beach, with good value, easy parking, and a small pool and hot tub.

Breakfast is a simple continental setup; many appreciate the espresso machine, though options can be limited or inconsistently stocked. Rooms feel modern with large TVs and rainfall showers, but thin walls, street or upstairs noise, and loud A/C are recurring concerns; mattresses and Wi-Fi quality vary. While cleanliness is often praised, a minority report issues such as hairs, musty odors, roaches or other bugs. Expect a renovated budget motel experience with welcoming service and convenient access to OC attractions.

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Facilities

Pool and hot tub are frequently described as clean and pleasant, and parking is free and generally easy. A few note no elevator and occasional issues like an overly hot or not-so-clean spa or a broken ice machine.

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Jeffrey

Apr 7, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Great property in a central location. Nice pool area, clean rooms, friendly staff. Only drawback is they could use some new mattresses.

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Steven

Jul 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This is a renovated motel, so with that in mind, I think it's a bit overpriced. The good: pool and hot tub are nice, decor is fine, had a big TV/mini-fridge/microwave in the room. They have a coffee machine in the lobby that makes lattes, cappucinos, etc, and that was above average. The bad: it's a motel, so it was somewhat noisy when people walked by, and there was no privacy unless the blackout curtains were shut. There were some odd design choices, and the one I liked the least was the bathroom sink, which has a spigot where the water runs down an open trough before coming out (see attached picture ... similar to this, but not exactly this). This is gross. How many people have spit in that while brushing their teeth, and how is it cleaned? Aside from the coffee, the breakfast was pretty basic (store bought muffins/pastries, cereal, fruit).

10

EHSAN

Jul 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great stay! Friendly and helpful staff, very clean room, cozy hot tub and small pool. Perfect location near Newport and Laguna Beach. Would definitely stay again!

10

Vanessa

Sep 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

the pool, jacuzzi and little back area had such charm but the rooms are also extra clean and updated

10

James

Jul 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Really nothing bad about the property or staff. Good place to stay with your family. The pool and hot tub were nice and the workout room was a healthy size and open 24 hrs which we loved. OH! And one GREAT touch from OC... There is a small refrigerator in the workout room and it has super cooled wet towels to use to cool down after a workout. These were awesome! And they were infused with eucalyptus mint. Nice touch OC! Breakfasts are well stocked, but it can get busy. And be sure you get there before the end time because they break the buffet down fast when the time for breakfast ends. If you miss it there is a Starbucks literally just on the other side of their parking lot. :-) Only thing I wish they would upgrade is the refrigerator in the room. It was the really small one and didn't have a freezer area. Not great for a family of 4 staying for 4-5 days.

10

Desiree

Aug 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Property was quiet and clean. We tried the pool and it was so clean, cleaner than our apartment pools back home. We will definitely stay here again on our next trip.

10

Todd

Aug 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

My go to hotel every time I’m in Costa Mesa. Nice staff, hot tub, easy parking & clean, updated rooms.

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Kevin

Sep 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Breakfast was sub-par and packaged items. The ice machine was broken, and the staff seemed put out when I asked about it. The room above us sounded like they were constructing furniture, but the staff did reach out and it got better. The drinks in their refrigerator for purchase were reasonably priced.

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Ernest

Aug 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The receptionist and staff were pleasant and helpful. I enjoyed using the hot tub and eating the continental breakfast. The coffee machine was especially nice - it served hot chocolate and latte as well as coffee.

10

Truman

Jun 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

No complaints other than no elevator and some

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Cleanliness

Many guests find OC Hotel very clean across rooms and grounds. Some report lapses, including hairs or musty odors, pests (cockroaches/gnats/mosquitoes, and a bedbug report), or dirty common areas.

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Maria

Oct 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff was very friendly. Dated motel that appeared clean, comfortable beds. Off the highway so it was noisy. We were given a room in the back of the motel on first floor. We smelled weed right away but realized it was from the houses behind the motel. Adequate size room with a king size bed. The review I gave was due to the faucet not working properly, the ironing board was dirty and ripped. The iron almost ruined my shirt because it was dirty. The last day the shower wouldn’t drain and a roach scurried out of the bathroom when I turned the light on this morning. This freaked me out and we checked out right after. I’m glad we kept none of our stuff on the floor. I’m sorry to say I couldn’t recommend this motel.

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Claudia

Oct 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I found cockroaches in the bathroom counter.

4

Jessica

Sep 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The beds were so uncomfortable and it felt like the walls were paper thin. Could hear anything and everything going on in neighboring hotel rooms and above us. My boyfriend also found hairs on the sheets so that ruined it for him The property is in a convenient location but neither of us slept much that night

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Siddharthan

Oct 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean and affordable

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Emily

Feb 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Not very clean due to dust, dirty walls/borders, and bedding stains. Noisy due to freeway and thin walls. Didn’t eat breakfast due to roaches in the eating area. Only interacted with staff to check in/out and they seemed nice.

2

Tracy

Mar 25, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We did not end up staying here because upon our arrival we found bed bugs.

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Tracy

Jun 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The quality of the room is not as advertised. It’s is a Motel, NOT a hotel. Poor location and the cleanliness of the room was terrible. There were hairs in the bed, mold in the shower, and make up on the pillow cases. Sheets were dingy and pillows smelled of sweat and dirty hair. We walked in and walked right back out. We ultimately booked another hotel. It was too dirty for us to sleep comfortably. Not worth the $220 we paid for one night.

10

Koyin

Dec 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The interior is clean and new. Free parking is excellent.

10

kevin

Oct 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice hotel. friendly staff and clean rooms.

6

Danny

Dec 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

There was a bug on the bed that we had to kill when we first arrived. I also got bug bites from sleeping on the bed. Otherwise, the room looks fine. Just bugs and marks on the bed, also found someone else's hair on the bed as well. We didn't use the blanket and put a cover over the bed sheet, just in case.

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Rooms

Renovated, modern rooms with large TVs and rainfall showers; many find the beds comfortable. Thin walls, road or upstairs noise, loud A/C, and variable mattress comfort and Wi-Fi reliability are recurring drawbacks.

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Sara

Oct 6, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

WiFi very weak. Roku in room but you can’t watch with it buffering constantly.

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Aubrey

Jul 21, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room amenities were nice including a waterfall shower, light up mirror, and good toiletries. However, the walls are paper thin. I could hear every mumble, cough, sneeze, and footstep. Got next to no sleep the 2 nights I stayed, and it sabotaged my vacation. I would not recommend this place to anyone that's a light sleeper. Mattress also sucked.

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Tae

Jul 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The metal bed frames creaked. If you got out of bed or moved a little bit. It sounds like you’re banging on a metal file cabinet. The walls were thin. Everything else was good. Tv was a nice size, shower was modern, bed matress was firm

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megan

Aug 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was clean. But it was so noisy you can every thing outside and the A/C is VERY loud.

10

elizabeth

Aug 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Loved this, the room seem freshly renovated, very comfortable and my room was super quiet . Great for access to Newport and Laguna --

8

Al

Aug 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Internet is very poor

10

Steven

Apr 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was excellent, it meet all our expectations. A very nice clean spacious room. The bed, linens and towels were all good quality and comfortable. The property appears to have been recently renovated and updated and the colour schemes are fresh and vogue. The breakfast is a basic continental breakfast with reasonable choices, the coffee was decent for a machine coffee. We would absolutely stay here again. High recommendation.

10

Marlo

Sep 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Redone older motel. Clean & comfortable.

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Song Ja

Apr 8, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Property was clean and comfortable. Ample easy parking that isn’t an extra fee. Mini fridge and microwave included in each room. Large tv and a good amount of outlets to charge all the tech. Bathroom door handle was a bit hard to get in and out of but really enjoyed the large rainfall shower head.

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Brandon

Aug 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I stayed here because it was one of the only hotels close to an event I was attending. Overall it’s clean and well decorated. One huge problem. The AC is so loud it’s impossible to sleep with it on. Could’ve just been my room. But it was frustrating.

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Service

Staff are widely praised as friendly, accommodating, and responsive, and check-in is generally smooth. Occasional issues include absent or distracted front desk, deposit/refund or communication lapses, and housekeeping entering early or miscommunications.

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Deana

Aug 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Love this place!!! This is as close as you'll get to a resort without the price. Property is well taken care of and rooms are clean. Other "motels" and "inns" in the area are NOT as well kept up and most of them have turned into residential motels with substance abuse programs using them for patients. Not the case here. I stayed here and mixed up my checkout date. They gave me a call when I didn't check out on time (we went out for day activities) and I added another day. Close to Newport Beach waterfront, shopping (Target, Sprouts, Vons, fast food, Walgreens, etc.) and free parking.

10

Cherie

Aug 1, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I had a very good experience here. The front desk lady was extremely helpful all the way through my stay, the cleaning staff did a wonderful job. I have nothing but good things to say about my stay here

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amy

Apr 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I would appreciate it if better communication was transmitted from the front desk to housekeeping. Thank you for your consideration as I typically have an appointed late check out, yet often am woken and walked in on by the housekeeping staff.

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Anthony

Oct 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Unfortunately I am disappointed in my current stay at this hotel ! The staff did not return my refundable deposit. I attempted to call them at least 8 times and they did not pick up the phone to assist! Terrible service and I don’t recommend!

10

Kevin

Oct 9, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Staff super nice. Very accommodating with all our requests.

8

Jonathan

Aug 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

No pay attention and no one at the lobby. Wait for sk long.

10

Allen

May 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Never stayed here until now, I was participating in the OC Marathon and this was walking distance from the expo and the price was more competitive than most. Didn’t expect a lot but this place over delivered. Called the office a few times before my trip to ask some questions and they were incredibly friendly and accommodated my needs. Needed a late check out, no hesitation “yes”, needed coffee in the morning “we open the office early for the marathon people (4am)”, they were just lovely to talk to and deal with and the room suited our limited needs just perfect.

10

Jenna

Dec 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

They go above and beyond. Free coffee/tea, breakfast. Super friendly staff

10

Brenda

May 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy check-in and customer service was outstanding! Thank you Megan, we will most definitely come back and stay again. Thank you for your wonderful service!

10

RICHARD

Jul 29, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Front desk staff very friendly and helpful. Will stay there again

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Location

Convenient base near the OC Fairgrounds, Vanguard University, and Newport Beach with quick freeway access; many feel safe. Rooms near the road can get traffic noise, and walkability varies.

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Stephen

Jul 25, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We went for a family reunion and though the party was at the beach, we felt the location would work and it did.

10

Cory

Jul 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We've stayed here 3 times. Highly recomended for location near beaches and OC fair grounds.

10

Daniel

Jan 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel’s location is amazing! It’s close to the beach, restaurants, and a shopping mall, making it super convenient to explore the area. On top of that, the place felt very safe, which gave me peace of mind during my stay. I would definitely stay here again!

10

Amorette

Aug 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great hotel and close to Vanguard!

10

Douglas

Oct 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice place, easy access from freeway. Close enough to Newport for my needs. TV is ROKU....

10

Mariane

Oct 28, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Good location, clean and quiet

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Gunnar

Aug 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Always a good experience at the OC Hotel. Close enough to walk to the fair.

8

Brandi

Oct 21, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location to Vanguard U.

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Thomas

Mar 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good location Clean room Very close to the freeway. Alot of hwy noise. Although I was at the front of the property. Nice people.

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Amir

Jun 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is near highway 55 and the rooms closer to the street can be noisy. I asked for a room far away and it was a smart request. I hardly heard any noise even with window open. They have coffee machine in the lobby. Overall was a good to excellent experience for me.

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Dining

Breakfast is a basic continental spread, but the espresso/coffee machine is a frequent highlight. Stocking and hours can be inconsistent, the machine sometimes breaks, and several guests wanted more protein options.

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Steven

Jul 24, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This is a renovated motel, so with that in mind, I think it's a bit overpriced. The good: pool and hot tub are nice, decor is fine, had a big TV/mini-fridge/microwave in the room. They have a coffee machine in the lobby that makes lattes, cappucinos, etc, and that was above average. The bad: it's a motel, so it was somewhat noisy when people walked by, and there was no privacy unless the blackout curtains were shut. There were some odd design choices, and the one I liked the least was the bathroom sink, which has a spigot where the water runs down an open trough before coming out (see attached picture ... similar to this, but not exactly this). This is gross. How many people have spit in that while brushing their teeth, and how is it cleaned? Aside from the coffee, the breakfast was pretty basic (store bought muffins/pastries, cereal, fruit).

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James

Jul 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I recently stayed at OC Hotel and had a great experience. The room was very clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, which made my stay relaxing. The staff were extremely supportive, welcoming, and always ready to help — their hospitality really made a difference. The breakfast was good with a nice variety of options. I especially enjoyed the coffee from the coffee machine — it was a great way to start the day. Overall, I had a very pleasant stay at OC Hotel and would definitely recommend it to others. I’d be happy to come back again.

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amy

Sep 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean room and great breakfast selection.

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Jeb

May 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Don't expect much for breakfast. Pretty much on your own to find milk,oj, and forks. Also coffee maker looks great. Unfortunately all it seems to serve is americana coffee which is very strong.

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Cynthia

Sep 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The continental breakfast was so-so. Their was a little flying bug in the toast and bagel box. The parking was great and the staff was very helpful and friendly.

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Rachel

Oct 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This hotel is nicely remodeled . The room had all the conveniences; a coffee maker, fridge, a microwave, iron and ironing board and a hair dryer. Shower was big with a rain fall shower head. The staff were friendly and polite. Breakfast was included which was nice and offered a variety of pastries, fruit, cereal, break fast sandwiches, coffee, juice and yogurt. Would definitely stay again!

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Maria

Jun 18, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The breakfast wasn't good

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Milton

Sep 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Good hotel for 1 night or 2 nights max. Will deff stay again if needed. Their breakfast just needs some protein. Not dessert for breakfast. Bread and muffins and sugar.

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Lynda

May 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Poor breakfast choices: cereal or prepackaged pastry No outlets next to bed Strong chemical smell from cleaning products triggered asthma Nice hot tub Well located medical appointments at HOAG Hospital

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Jeffrey

Dec 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Yes, breakfast was good

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1 $110	2 $123	3 $123	4 $123	5 $121	6 $134	7 $134
8 $119	9 $122	10 $122	11 $123	12 $126	13 $175	14 $167
15 $114	16 $124	17 $114	18 $123	19 $124	20 $138	21 $140
22 $123	23 $123	24 $123	25 $123	26 $122	27 $144	28 $145
29 $128	30 $123

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