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MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

2.5 star property
Hotel in Santa Ana with free breakfast and airport shuttle service

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MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport offers a relaxing retreat with an outdoor pool, spa tub, and welcoming firepit. Guests enjoy a complimentary full breakfast each morning. Practical amenities include dry cleaning services and high-speed WiFi, all delivered by a helpful staff.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Gym

Room options

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Showing 9 of 9 rooms

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - queen
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Balcony

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - queen
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Pool View

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Pool View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - queen
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(86 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - queen
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - queen
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Pool View

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Pool View | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Pool View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - queen
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-in Shower)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-in Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - queen
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - queen
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - queen
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
2701 Hotel Terrace, Santa Ana, CA, 92705

What's nearby

  • Segerstrom Center for the Arts - 4 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Santa Ana Zoo - 4 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • South Coast Plaza - 4 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Ronald Reagan Federal Building and Courthouse - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • The Observatory - 8 min drive - 4.4 miles

Getting around

  • Tustin Station - 10 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Avatar Coffee Roasters - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Del Taco - ‬5 min walk

About this property

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

Hotel near Fashion Island
At MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels, you can look forward to free full breakfast, a free roundtrip airport shuttle, and a firepit. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a gym.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A banquet hall, ATM/banking services, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 176 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Sofa beds and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Comfort Inn & Suites Orange County John Wayne Airport

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Outdoors

  • Firepit

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Queen sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 AM

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay

We have included 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 only chip-and-PIN credit cards for onsite payments
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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

CW Suites Hotel John Wayne Airport Santa Ana
Country Inn Radisson John Wayne Airport CA Santa Ana
CW Suites John Wayne Airport Santa Ana
CW Suites John Wayne Airport
Country Inn Radisson John Wayne Airport CA
Country Radisson John Wayne Airport CA Santa Ana
Country Radisson John Wayne Airport CA
Quality Suites John Wayne Airport Hotel Santa Ana
Quality Inn Santa Ana
CW Suites Hotel John Wayne Airport
Country Inn Suites By Carlson John Wayne Airport CA
Quality Suites John Wayne ta
MainStay Suites Orange County John Wayne Airport
Country Inn Suites by Radisson John Wayne Airport CA

Frequently asked questions

Does MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 AM.

What time is check-out at MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels?

Check-out is at noon.

Does MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle.

Where is MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Santa Ana Zoo, Segerstrom Center for the Arts, and South Coast Plaza. Lyon Air Museum and Old Orange County Courthouse are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 646 out of 1400 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 336 out of 1400 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 216 out of 1400 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 104 out of 1400 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 98 out of 1400 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good business hotel quiet parking is a little tough though if you come back later in the evening time overall good value for the money
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Evangelina

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room was very nice we did not expect it to be so great, only because the landscaping around and in between the hotel court yard Really needed to be cleaned up. We only stayed one night but will definitely go back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, nice rooms, full size fridge and comfortable. Would book here again. Breakfast was also good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Candice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It feels like home
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deshawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

JIN SUG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The services are great. Staffs are very professional and kind.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valeria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorota Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff…all the best👍
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

armi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good. Room was clean
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room smelled a little funny, but other than that, a great option for quick acces to SNA.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great space! Lots of lighting options, plenty of plugs, temp control was easy, outside grounds were very pretty. Shampoo and soap- no conditioner or lotion. Breakfast had lots of options. Sausage, scrambled eggs, delicious pancakes, juice, coffee, muffins. Considering it’s included, I was happy with it.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Brian

Average hotel with a decent pool and hot tub. Airport pickup was quick.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had such a relaxing time at this hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Can

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hot tub was good
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Thecrooms are big enough, nice staff, the place is surrender by flowers, the pool is warm, and the breakfast is good!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Scarlett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
overall just an okay stay not good or bad
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy freeway access, close to airport
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay!!! We had everything we needed and
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
VERY FRIENDLY STAFF, HANDYMAN BY THE NAME RAUL WENT BEYOUND ON HELPING ME WHEN I LOCKED MY KEYS IN THE ROOM. OVERALL WE REALLY ENJOYED OUT STAY
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was nice and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Outside patio is really nice. Room is clean. Breakfast options are limited.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sunda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pool area was beautiful. Staff was great!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool area is well kept. It seemed like a family friendly place but I wasn't there much during the day so I didn't see children. It was very quiet night time.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

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