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MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

2.5 star property
Travelers love the outdoor pool, cozy firepit, hearty breakfast, and attentive service at this airport-adjacent hotel.

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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.

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8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Suite, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
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(26 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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8.2 out of 10
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(45 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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8.2 out of 10
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  • Sleeps 4
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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
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(118 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

8.2 out of 10
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(52 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Pool View

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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8.0 out of 10
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Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
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(8 reviews)
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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

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  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Santa Ana, MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Crystal Cove State Park and Huntington Beach Beaches, while Orange County Fair and Events Center and Anaheim Convention Center are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Angel Stadium of Anaheim or Honda Center. Visit our Santa Ana travel guide
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2701 Hotel Terrace, Santa Ana, CA, 92705

What's nearby

  • Santa Ana Zoo
    Santa Ana Zoo
    4 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Disneyland® Resort
    Disneyland® Resort
    14 min drive - 11.3 miles
  • Modern architecture of convention center in California surrounded by palm trees.
    Anaheim Convention Center
    16 min drive - 10.8 miles
  • Disney California Adventure® Park
    Disney California Adventure® Park
    16 min drive - 11.7 miles
  • Pinball Forever
    4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • 7-Eleven
    9 min walk
  • Papi Tacos & Churros
    2 min drive
  • Burger King
    9 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    9 min walk
  • Avatar Coffee Roasters
    14 min walk

About this property

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

Hotel near South Coast Plaza
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
  • A 24-hour front desk, an elevator, and ATM/banking services
  • Smoke-free premises, a banquet hall, and a gift shop
  • 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:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves

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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
  • 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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

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?

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. Old Orange County Courthouse and Ronald Reagan Federal Building and Courthouse are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.0

Cleanliness

7.6

Amenities

8.2

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 871 out of 1885 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 452 out of 1885 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 292 out of 1885 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 140 out of 1885 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 130 out of 1885 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean, they offered breakfast, and staff was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
amazing room amazing breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

B

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was good and staff was very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Everardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved staying here with my family! Strongly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Araceli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff friendly, hot tub was okay and breakfast was good, they even offer to go boxes with full breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and clean. Spacious rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Compare to other properties that i have stayed, breakfast was a reasonable serving , i liked it. I did use the pool, it was nice clean, towels were provided and i really enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice area, plenty of dinning option. Staffs are friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, check in was easy. Good location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Condoleeza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was on the main floor, and very clean. Staff helped me when I got lost, all the halls look the same! I would come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spacious room and clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the room and atmosphere it was very warm and welcoming. Rooms were clean and very comfortable. Only thing that was not so enjoyable were the beds they were slightly uncomfortable but other than that the room was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Ursula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was nice an
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice suite. The free breakfast is get what you pay for.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is very nice and quiet, and the staff is courteous, and the breakfast is great. I will be coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

amerika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The room was clean and the staff was nice overall, we stayed there for 3 night and the breakfast was the same thing during those 3 days, also the check in and check out time were not really good for our schedule
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Quiet room, nice bed, cooked breakfast by cute workers.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Angelica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was the perfect stay for our Disney/universal trip! Clean room and nice staff! The hot tub was a great plus!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Javeria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great and the room was clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jenny Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When I'm in the area… I don't look at other locations I enjoy this one or its convenience, cleanliness and staff has always spot on! Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Creso Henrique Pacheco de

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very economic option. Very good for the price.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Zandra

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

LEONA

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff was kind
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025