Best Western Plus Irvine Spectrum Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel in Lake Forest with free breakfast and fitness centre

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Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed)
Lobby
Exterior
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$166
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan

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23192 Lake Center Dr, Lake Forest, CA, 92630
  • Place, Costume Castle
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, The Orchard at Saddleback
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Saddleback Memorial Medical Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub (with Sofabed)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Corner

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (with Sofabed)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony (with Sofabed)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly;with Sofabed)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Corner King Suite with Sofa Bed - Non smoking

  • Sleeps 4

King Suite with Balcony with Sofa Bed - Non smoking

  • Sleeps 4

King Suite with Sofa Bed - Disability Access - Non smoking

  • Sleeps 4

King Suite With Two King Beds

  • Sleeps 6

Queen Suite with Sofa Bed - Pet Friendly - Non smoking

  • Sleeps 6

Queen Suite with Two Queen Beds - Disability Access - Non smoking

  • Sleeps 6

Queen Suite with Two Queen Beds with Balcony - Non smoking

  • Sleeps 6

Whirlpool Suite-1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 4

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About the area

Lake Forest

At Best Western Plus Irvine Spectrum Hotel you'll be 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Saddleback Memorial Medical Center and 3.6 km (2.3 mi) from Laguna Woods Golf Club. Highlights at this hotel include a complimentary breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Enjoy the gym and Hot tub. Business travelers can take advantage of meeting rooms and a 24-hour business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of RV/bus/truck parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Lake Forest hotel include Irvine Spectrum Center and Orange County Great Park.

What's nearby

  • Costume Castle - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • The Orchard at Saddleback - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Massage Envy Spa - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Saddleback Memorial Medical Center - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Lake Forest Golf and Practice Center - 4 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Irvine Transportation Center - 11 min drive
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Hat - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪De Lucia’s Italian Restaurant & Bar - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Irvine Spectrum Hotel

Hotel in Lake Forest with free breakfast and fitness centre
Best Western Plus Irvine Spectrum Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a fitness centre. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms are available. Free breakfast is served daily. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Best Western Plus Irvine Spectrum Hotel. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Lake Forest hotel.

  • 99 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1988
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
Best Western Plus Irvine Spectrum Hotel offers 99 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature premium bedding. LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a deep soaking bath, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Lake Forest hotel provides complimentary 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. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered 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

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 6 AM to 9 AM on weekdays and 7 AM to 10 AM on weekends

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No lift
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1988
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 40.00
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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 30 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 25 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • 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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 150.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 40.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, debit card or cash deposit 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly 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

Best Western Irvine
Best Western Irvine Spectrum
Best Western Irvine Spectrum Hotel
Best Western Plus Irvine Spectrum
Best Western Plus Irvine Spectrum Hotel
Best Western Plus Irvine Spectrum Hotel Lake Forest
Best Western Plus Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest
Best Western Spectrum Irvine
Irvine Best Western
Irvine Spectrum Best Western
Irvine Hotel Lake Forest
Best Plus Irvine Spectrum
Best Western Plus Irvine Spectrum Hotel Hotel
Best Western Plus Irvine Spectrum Hotel Lake Forest
Best Western Plus Irvine Spectrum Hotel Hotel Lake Forest

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Best Western Plus Irvine Spectrum Hotel?

Yep, Best Western Plus Irvine Spectrum Hotel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Plus Irvine Spectrum Hotel?

As of 20 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Irvine Spectrum Hotel on 25 Jan 2026 start from AU$166.29, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Best Western Plus Irvine Spectrum Hotel?

The closest beach to Best Western Plus Irvine Spectrum Hotel is Doheny State Beach (18.4 km).

Does Best Western Plus Irvine Spectrum Hotel have a pool?

Best Western Plus Irvine Spectrum Hotel has an outdoor pool.

What makes Best Western Plus Irvine Spectrum Hotel a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, plus deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Best Western Plus Irvine Spectrum Hotel.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Best Western Plus Irvine Spectrum Hotel?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Best Western Plus Irvine Spectrum Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, our guests give top marks to the free continental brekkie here! Offered on weekdays from 6 AM to 9 AM and on weekends from 7 AM to 10 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Best Western Plus Irvine Spectrum Hotel?

No, Best Western Plus Irvine Spectrum Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Best Western Plus Irvine Spectrum Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Best Western Plus Irvine Spectrum Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 569 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 216 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 114 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 49 out of 1003 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jhonatan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was friendly with the exception of the gentleman at the lobby. It is not that he wasn't friendly, but I couldn't read his mood. I respect my elders, but we have to understand the industry that you are working also. No mirror or sink in the bathroom, a sink in the bedroom..? It is an old property, so it is time for a redesign.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ethan

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ma Julia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great staff, accessible to dining options. would recommend to friends and family
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Erik

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

nora

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room but don’t smell clean Staff are redtpecfull Breakfast the server give not enough serve for egg and other sausages. But other pastry Are good my favorite Belgium Waffle is the best that’s satisfied my breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Melissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Trick or treat sneaky

I had booked 2 days and the first day we got there about 1130ish at night theres 2 adults 3 kids, so we get there the lady needs a deposit never tells me how much it is and has me initial some paperwork and write my vehicle info down no biggie thought we were on a great path of a 2 day vacay the next morning my husband, kids and i go down for breakfast well we arint on the list of rooms easy mistake i taken it the lady goes ahead and gets our info again no biggie. We eat and we go back to the room we get a call on the hotel phone and it was front desk vertifying that we are there she didnt know type of thing again no biggie things happen. We were there for knotts scary farm so when we were about to leave my husband goes to the front desk to make sure we are okay and it turns out we weren't i had paid 277 and some change well they added another 100 and change plus 150 deposit due to there mistake of putting us in that room it was for dogs but we didnt have a dog we chose room due to 3 kids 2 in the bed and one on the couch bed. I didnt pay the extra 100 and something due to hotels.com already had me pay my 277 and change i dont know why the hotel thought it would be great to sneak a payment and then go back and forth with us to change rooms or not i told them i have no issues moving to another room they apologized and left us there yet snuck on a charge with out discussing it with us very unprofessional especially before we left to knotts they said we were good to go.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

ana, Calexico

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frozan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, safe, and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

ashli

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Ants in our room everywhere, on the walls, ceiling bathroom floor covered our clothes. Manager offered 20$ off our room for me to pay to wash our ant covered clothing before putting them in suitcases to fly back home. Pretty frustrating to have my kids clothes covered in bugs on vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

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

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, easy check-in, clean room and comfy beds. Great options for continental breakfast. Breakfast staff were kind and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

michael

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Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Arian

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very small. At least the room was clean. The breakfast is awful, don’t even bother going.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The suite I had been in was very spacious with 2 queen beds. Clean & quiet—absolutely appreciated my unit. Will come back again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Grace

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeanne

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property is ok. But only 1 or the two TVs worked. The toilet paper holder was broken. The free newspaper is en extremely biased publication. How about USA Today. Pretty middle road. Would not stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I would definitely stay here again, clean, friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

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

4/10 Poor

Sandy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Front desk wasn't friendly. Not a warm greet very robatic. Didnt provide much information, of wifi... etc. Rooms smelled musky . Beds were comfortable though.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

ROBERTO, HOUSTON

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is an old hotel that they’re trying to make look new, with many details that need attention. Another very important thing is that the bathroom sink is in the room, which is very uncomfortable if you have company. If you need to leave early, you can’t avoid making noise. The lighting is very poor—I couldn’t even shave properly because I couldn’t see. I think it’s very inappropriate that the bathroom sink is right in front of one of the beds. In summary, I would not stay there again; for just a little more money you can stay at any of the hotels around.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Travelled with family
Large room. Filter water dispenser in lobby was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Cheryl

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
fine
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beatriz

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa, San Bernardino

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025