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

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$211
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug

Explore the area

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

Room options

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 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

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, 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

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

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, 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, 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 (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

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(69 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)

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

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

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

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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 Old Orange County 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
  • Disneyland® Resort - 9 min drive - 12.2 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
  • ‪Avila's El Ranchito - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria El Gordito - ‬11 min walk
  • Bari Pasta & Pizza

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.

Languages

English, Spanish

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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

  • Free 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 15 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG on 24 Aug 2025 start from AU$210.95, 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. 644 out of 1181 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 292 out of 1181 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 122 out of 1181 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 1181 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 64 out of 1181 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

grace

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Cathedral City

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed one night but the check-in was a breeze. Room clean and very comfortable bed. Nice breakfast. Large selection. No complaints.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Marvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

We are considering avoiding this hotel.

We have stayed at this property several times, and each time it gets a bit poorer. The breakfast now is simply terrible! Oatmeal mush the is mostly watery gruel instead of mush; orange juice that tastes very funny, like it hasn't been kept frozen before use; hard boiled eggs no longer available; scrambled eggs that taste like something besides eggs; coffee that isn't hot, and is bitter. It is like the breakfast is not a matter of importance to this hotel's manager!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

TAN

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

In Ho

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Robin

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

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

10/10 Excellent

John, Hanford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Every was perfect
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

DESAI, WEST PALM BEACH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast. Clean hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good accommodation and easy access to places we visited.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and much nicer than others in the same price range, the staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Gleida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was seamless from check-in to check-out. Breakfast was tasty, even hand pancakes, first for us. Egg white omelette were also a first. Clean rooms and comfy beds. We will stay here again when in the area. Thank you for a nice comfy stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

clint

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

10/10 Excellent

nick

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed the bed, cleanliness of the room,and breakfast was good too!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jassen, Signal Hill

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ayad, Seattle

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Why housekeeping knocked on my door at 4:45 in the afternoon when I was taking a nap and being jet lagged I cannot understand. The do not disturb sign was hanging from the door knob. Is this property in the habit of knocking on doors with do not disturb signs? I woke up and it was 2:30 in the morning from the country I just came from. NOT HAPPY!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

ISIDRO, LAS VEGAS

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Closed by freeway
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

My go-to place!

I always have a wonderful stay when I am in town. Staff are friendly and helpful, room is clean and quiet. Breakfast is great!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025