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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a sunset view.

A spacious room with a large table and chairs, large windows, and artwork on the walls.

A hotel with a covered entrance, stone columns, and palm trees.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a desk with two chairs, a large arched window, and a stone wall.

1. Ayres Suites Mission Viejo – Lake Forest

Mission Viejo

Heather

RM419

RM453 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A spacious indoor area with a large window, a wooden floor, and a seating area with chairs and a sofa.

A Hampton Inn & Suites hotel with a modern facade, large windows, and palm trees in the landscaping.

A snack bar with a 'Treats' sign, shelves stocked with snacks and drinks, and a microwave.

A pool area with blue lounge chairs, a water feature, and a view of a landscaped hillside.

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo

Mission Viejo

William

RM517

RM559 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel reception area with two reception desks, a large digital display, and a wall-mounted sign.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a phone, and two framed abstract artworks on the wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a TV, framed artwork, and a desk.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

3. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG

Lake Forest

Paul

RM416

RM459 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and breakfast items on the counter.

A gym with treadmills, an elliptical, a bench, and a rack of dumbbells.

A Hampton Inn hotel with a clear entrance, a parking area, and a sign indicating a 12' clearance.

A hotel lobby with yellow patterned chairs, a central sofa with blue cushions, and a colorful zigzag carpet.

4. Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine East - Lake Forest

Foothill Ranch

Chris

RM434

RM479 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern hotel with a curved facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

An outdoor seating area with a sofa, chairs, and a table, a large umbrella, and a modern building with large windows and a metal fence.

A coastal beach with clear blue waters, sandy shore, and lush greenery.

A modern bar area with high stools, a counter with a variety of bottles, and pendant lighting.

5. Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

Lake Forest

Sanyla

RM517

RM570 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a balcony.

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, a microwave, a sink, and a dining area with striped chairs.

A hotel room with a desk, a sofa, a TV, and a cabinet.

A golf course with sand bunkers, green fairways, and trees.

6. Staybridge Suites Lake Forest by IHG

Foothill Ranch

Sadeeya

RM518

RM571 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a sofa, chairs, and tables, connected to an indoor space with a kitchen visible through glass doors.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a TV, a desk, and a window with a view of palm trees and buildings.

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements including sofas and tables, a bar area with a counter, and a fireplace.

A modern hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a landscaped courtyard with trees.

7. Homewood Suites by Hilton Aliso Viejo - Laguna Beach

Aliso Viejo

Lin

RM599

RM660 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a view of the city through large windows.

A spacious lobby with a blue sofa, yellow chairs, and a reception desk.

A modern kitchen with a white countertop, a bowl, and a refrigerator stocked with snacks and beverages.

A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a wardrobe, and a large window with curtains.

8. Comfort Inn & Suites Irvine Spectrum

Lake Forest

Jennfer

RM408

RM449 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, marble reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A spacious indoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows with outdoor views, and a tiled floor.

A modern lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a reception desk.

A modern hotel room with a spiral staircase, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee machine, and a microwave.

9. Best Western Plus Irvine Spectrum Hotel

Lake Forest

Adan

RM416

RM459 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a chair.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with large windows.

A conference room with multiple tables set for meetings, equipped with chairs, tables, and chandeliers.

10. DoubleTree by Hilton Irvine - Spectrum

Irvine Spectrum

Leondro D

RM586

RM646 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A courtyard with a fountain, outdoor seating, and potted plants.

A buffet setup with various food items, including waffles, pastries, and fruits.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a view of the outdoors.

11. Ayres Hotel & Spa Mission Viejo – Lake Forest

Mission Viejo

Alessandra

RM474

RM513 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a built-in fireplace, and a view of the city.

A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, multiple floors, and a well-lit facade.

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a television screen.

An indoor swimming pool area with two pools, lounge chairs, and a building with multiple windows in the background.

12. Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine Spectrum/Lake Forest

Lake Forest

Julianna

RM482

RM531 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A courtyard with a central fountain, surrounded by potted plants and a well-maintained lawn.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a TV.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a brick wall and a covered area with seating.

A tree with white flowers in front of a building with balconies and a well-maintained garden.

13. Laguna Hills Lodge

Laguna Hills

Juliana

RM400

RM440 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel parking lot with multiple cars, a clear sky, and a building with a modern design.

An outdoor patio with three blue Adirondack chairs, a wicker stool, and a white grill.

A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table, and chairs, a kitchen area with a microwave and cabinets, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a wooden dining table, two chairs, a sofa, and a large window with curtains.

14. Sonesta Simply Suites Irvine East Foothill

Irvine Industrial Complex-East

Hillary

RM425

RM468 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A fountain with a decorative top, surrounded by a circular brick border and colorful flowers.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a mirror, a door leading to a storage area, and a window with a view of the outside.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, a small refrigerator, and a metal drying rack.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a separate sitting area, and a shower area.

15. Laguna Inn & Suites

San Juan Capistrano

Baris

RM345

RM373 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, and a view of a building with balconies.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

A hotel room with a grey sofa, a matching ottoman, a small table, a lamp, and a large window with a view of trees.

A modern bar area with a marble countertop, wooden accents, and a unique circular mirror display.

16. Sonesta Select Laguna Hills Irvine Spectrum

North Laguna Hills

Ruben

RM342

RM377 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A modern hotel entrance with a covered area, a sign for "Homewood Suites," and a palm tree in the foreground.

An aerial view of a sports complex with multiple fields, a large spherical structure, and a building with a flat roof.

A modern restaurant with multiple dining areas, including a bar area with a variety of bottles and a flat-screen TV.

17. Homewood Suites by Hilton Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

Lake Forest

Mark

RM586

RM646 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern restaurant with a sunset mural, contemporary furniture, and a view of the ocean.

A coastal beach with clear blue water, sandy shore, and rocky cliffs.

A hotel pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and palm trees.

A modern hotel entrance with a covered lobby, a reception desk, and seating areas.

18. Hyatt Regency Irvine

Irvine Business Complex

CRISTOFER

RM914

RM1,008 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A building with a white facade, red-tiled roof, and arched windows. There are outdoor tables and red umbrellas, and palm trees in the background.

A covered swimming pool with lounge chairs and potted plants.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and free weights.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a chair, and two wall-mounted lamps.

19. Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG

San Clemente

Gurinder

RM465

RM512 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A Staybridge Suites hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

A reception area with a marble counter, wooden accents, a large framed picture of a bridge, and a potted plant.

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and wooden cabinets.

A beach with waves, a sunset, and a clear sky.

20. Staybridge Suites Irvine-John Wayne Airport by IHG

Irvine Business Complex

Franz

RM751

RM868 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

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Stay near popular Rancho Santa Margarita attractions

Tijeras Creek Golf Club

This Ted Robinson-designed course offers a dual personality with water-filled front nine and canyon-winding back nine. Reserve early morning tee times for the best experience of both worlds.

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OGP Ladera

Enjoy an outing to OGP Ladera during your stay in Rancho Santa Margarita. Amble around the area's riverfront or visit its spas.

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Spa Gregorie's Day Spa & Salon

Indulge in tranquility at Spa Gregorie's, featuring eucalyptus steam rooms and personalised treatments. Arrive early to enjoy the co-ed relaxation lounge and complimentary refreshments before your appointment.

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Nestled against the Santa Ana Mountains, this planned community offers serene hiking trails around O'Neill Regional Park and Trabuco Canyon. Families gather at the lakeside beach club while mountain bikers tackle the Patriot Trail for spectacular views of Saddleback Mountain.

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A residential area with a large body of water, surrounded by houses and palm trees, with mountains in the background.

Top Rancho Santa Margarita Hotel Reviews

Lemon Heights Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Air conditioner is noisy! Room is clean"

Ayres Hotel Orange

10/10 Excellent

"This property is well maintained. The staff are knowledgeable and friendly. Their complimentary breakfast is wonderful!"

Laguna Hills Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Very conveniently located."

Sonesta Anaheim Resort Area

8/10 Good

"Small rooms but very clean. Sheets are a little rough so bring a blanket with you!"

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

8/10 Good

"Hotel was very clean and cute inside. Staff needs some training on greeting customers and making guests feel welcomed. Young lady up front barely cracked a smile and provided minimal direction on anything. Sounded like she was a robot or reading a prompt. Not the friendliest."

Hotel Fera Anaheim, a DoubleTree by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Just what we needed the room was clean, got a good nights rest"

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

8/10 Good

"I was attending a conference. I needed my shirt and slacks ironed. I called three times. They never showed up! I left for my conference with wrinkled clothes!"

More cheap stays in Rancho Santa Margarita

Motel 6 Corona, CA

200 North Lincoln Avenue Corona CA

RM295

RM325 total

1 Nov - 2 Nov

includes taxes & fees

Lemon Heights Inn

1611 El Camino Real Tustin CA

RM360

RM407 total

18 Oct - 19 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,048 reviews)

Comfort Inn & Suites Orange County John Wayne Airport

2620 Hotel Terrace Dr. Santa Ana CA

RM377

RM427 total

15 Nov - 16 Nov

includes taxes & fees

8/10 Very good! (1,222 reviews)

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

2701 Hotel Terrace Santa Ana CA

RM378

RM428 total

8 Nov - 9 Nov

includes taxes & fees

8/10 Very good! (2,297 reviews)

Laguna Hills Lodge

23932 Paseo De Valencia Laguna Hills CA

RM400

RM440 total

18 Oct - 19 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9/10 Wonderful! (3,787 reviews)

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

34280 Pacific Coast Hwy Dana Point CA

RM441

RM490 total

15 Nov - 16 Nov

includes taxes & fees

8.4/10 Very good! (1,001 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place for a stay in Rancho Santa Margarita?

Hotel Fera Anaheim, a DoubleTree by Hilton, located 19.9 mi (32 km) from the heart of Rancho Santa Margarita, is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other options for your trip to the area are Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport and Sonesta Anaheim Resort Area. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Rancho Santa Margarita.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Rancho Santa Margarita, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Rancho Santa Margarita.

What are some hotels with pools in Rancho Santa Margarita?

Hotel Fera Anaheim, a DoubleTree by Hilton: Hotel, 2-minute walk from UC Irvine Medical Center. Features a 24-hour fitness centre, an outdoor pool and flat-screen televisions. Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport and Sonesta Anaheim Resort Area are two additional hotels that feature an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in Rancho Santa Margarita.

How is it staying in Rancho Santa Margarita?

Visitors can enjoy all that Rancho Santa Margarita has to offer, including the spas, riverfront and golf courses. Tourists to the city can also enjoy its scenic landscape. A top sight in the area is Irvine Spectrum Center. In Rancho Santa Margarita, there are 7 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Rancho Santa Margarita.

What is there to see in Rancho Santa Margarita?

Favourite places to visit include Tijeras Creek Golf Club, Spa Gregorie's Day Spa & Salon and OGP Ladera. Additionally, you'll find Irvine Spectrum Center in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Rancho Santa Margarita guide.

What's the weather like in Rancho Santa Margarita?

The hottest months are usually August and September, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 14°C. Average annual precipitation for Rancho Santa Margarita is 289 mm.

Rancho Santa Margarita hotels from RM325

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Our top choices for Rancho Santa Margarita hotels

1. Ayres Suites Mission Viejo – Lake Forest

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo

3. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG

4. Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine East - Lake Forest

5. Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

6. Staybridge Suites Lake Forest by IHG

7. Homewood Suites by Hilton Aliso Viejo - Laguna Beach

8. Comfort Inn & Suites Irvine Spectrum

9. Best Western Plus Irvine Spectrum Hotel

10. DoubleTree by Hilton Irvine - Spectrum

11. Ayres Hotel & Spa Mission Viejo – Lake Forest

12. Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine Spectrum/Lake Forest

13. Laguna Hills Lodge

14. Sonesta Simply Suites Irvine East Foothill

15. Laguna Inn & Suites

16. Sonesta Select Laguna Hills Irvine Spectrum

17. Homewood Suites by Hilton Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

18. Hyatt Regency Irvine

19. Holiday Inn Express San Clemente N – Beach Area by IHG

20. Staybridge Suites Irvine-John Wayne Airport by IHG

Stay near popular Rancho Santa Margarita attractions

Tijeras Creek Golf Club

OGP Ladera

Spa Gregorie's Day Spa & Salon

Learn more about Rancho Santa Margarita

Top Rancho Santa Margarita Hotel Reviews

Lemon Heights Inn

Ayres Hotel Orange

Laguna Hills Lodge

Sonesta Anaheim Resort Area

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

Hotel Fera Anaheim, a DoubleTree by Hilton

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

More cheap stays in Rancho Santa Margarita

Motel 6 Corona, CA

Lemon Heights Inn

Comfort Inn & Suites Orange County John Wayne Airport

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

Laguna Hills Lodge

Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel

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