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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG

2.5 star property
Suburban hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center

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Free breakfast
Exterior
Outdoor pool
Front of property
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest offers a convenient base in Orange County. Guests enjoy free breakfast each morning before relaxing in the spa tub or outdoor pool. The hotel provides high-speed WiFi throughout, and attentive staff ensure stays are restful and efficient.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Room amenity

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(45 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Hearing Accessible King Room with Roll in Shower

  • Sleeps 2

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Room amenity

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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Transfer Shower)

Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Transfer Shower)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Transfer Shower)

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Transfer Shower)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed (Spin Bike)

Room amenity

Suite, 1 King Bed (Spin Bike)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

1 King Bed Standard

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

1 King Bed Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

1 King Bed Suite Comm Accessible Tub

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

2 Queen Beds Standard

  • Sleeps 4

2 Queen Standard Mobil Access Trans Shwr

  • Sleeps 4

Standard Room With 1 King Bed And Communications Mobility Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

Standard King Room With Transfer Shower-Mobility Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

1 King Suite Spin Bike

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Map
20768 Lake Forest Drive, Lake Forest, CA, 92630

What's nearby

  • Saddleback Church - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Lake Mission Viejo - 6 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Marguerite Aquatic Complex - 7 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Irvine Spectrum Center - 8 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Orange County Great Park - 9 min drive - 5.1 miles

Getting around

  • Irvine Transportation Center - 14 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Big Wok Mongolian Bbq - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG

Hotel near Irvine Spectrum Center
Free breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour gym are just a few of the amenities provided at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi and a business center are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Self parking (surcharge), a vending machine, and multilingual staff
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, free newspapers, and an elevator
  • A banquet hall, a 24-hour front desk, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 60 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 49-inch LED TVs with cable channels
  • Separate sitting areas, mini fridges, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 5 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 555 square feet of conference space
  • Business center

Outdoors

  • In a regional park

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 49-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per day, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 50 and a deposit of USD 50 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 37.5 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 14 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 5 per day
  • Pet deposit: USD 50 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per day plus USD 50 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Prominence Hotel
Prominence Hotel Lake Forest
Prominence Lake Forest

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 37.5 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of USD 50 per stay and a fee of USD 25 per pet, per day. A cleaning fee of USD 50 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG?

Self parking is available for USD 5 per day.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG located?

Situated in a regional park, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Pittsford Park and Etnies Skate Park of Lake Forest. Barker Ranch Dog Park and Foothill Ranch Towne Centre are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 429 out of 632 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 127 out of 632 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 632 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 632 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 632 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay, clean, quiet area. would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was very clean! The staff was great too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No complaints. This place rocks
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed with children and loved it
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Amenities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very helpful and nice. :)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Shante

Friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Away from the freeway. Very comfortable and affordable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I appreciated the quietness of the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and convenient for us.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

sara

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’m surprised this hotel was full. The hotel itself looks old. The room I was in though big was very run down. It seemed like a Motel 6.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nobuhide

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good condition
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

ruifeng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice and clean
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Hobart and Cheryl

Nicely furnished. Great staff. Amazing (casual) restaurant right next door (Olivia/Mediterannean food). Nice location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

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

Great stay!

This hotel is always very clean and comfortable. The office staff are courteous and friendly. It is like a home away from home.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great… as always
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

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

10/10 Excellent

Christianne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great cut service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

RINALDI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice facility
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, updated rooms and a quick and easy breakfast with good selections.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jose Eduardo

Housekeeping was good, I was just hoping the pool was cleaner to enjoy
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shivaraj

Very clean, kind staff, overall a great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Omaira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

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