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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG

2.5 star property
Travelers enjoy a complimentary breakfast buffet before heading out to explore or work, with convenient amenities designed to streamline their stay

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Holiday Inn Express And Suites Santa Ana - Orange County is near the Honda Center, offering a free breakfast buffet and 24-hour business center. Guests enjoy WiFi, gym, pool, luggage storage, and quick check-out. Previous visitors consistently praise the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed (Additional Living Area)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communication, Extra Floor Space)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communication)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(45 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communication)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communication)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Accessible Tub)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility ,Accessible Tub)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility ,Accessible Tub)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Roll Shwr)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Roll Shwr)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Roll Shwr)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Roll Shwr)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(82 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Extra Floor Space)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Lyon Street, a neighborhood in Santa Ana, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG is in the suburbs and near the airport. Downtown Disney® District and Anaheim GardenWalk are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Orange County Great Park and Crystal Cove State Park. Disneyland® Resort and Disney California Adventure® Park are not to be missed. Looking to get your feet wet? Water skiing and surfing/body boarding adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Santa Ana travel guide
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1600 E 1st St, Santa Ana, CA, 92701

What's nearby

  • Santa Ana Zoo showing landscape views, bird life and zoo animals
    Santa Ana Zoo
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Old Orange County Courthouse, dedicated in 1901, is a granite and sandstone Romanesque Revival building located in the Santa Ana Historical Downtown District.
    Old Orange County Courthouse
    3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Cabrillo Tennis Center
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Orange County Global Medical Center
    2 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Ronald Reagan Federal Building and Courthouse
    3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center
    6 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA)
    14 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    2 min drive
  • 7-Eleven
    11 min walk
  • The Sandwich Society
    12 min walk
  • Taqueria El Gordito
    11 min walk
  • Miguel's Jr. Homestyle Mexican Food
    2 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG

Hotel near Honda Center
A free breakfast buffet, laundry facilities, and a gym are just a few of the amenities provided at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG. In addition to a 24-hour business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, barbecue grills, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage, a TV in the lobby, and ATM/banking services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 161 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and separate tubs/showers
  • 55-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, LED light bulbs, and refrigerators

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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

  • In-room crib
  • 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 center
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express 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 (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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 100 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 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)

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

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG located?

Located in Lyon Street, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Santa Ana Zoo, Ronald Reagan Federal Building and Courthouse, and Old Orange County Courthouse. Bowers Museum and Discovery Science Center are also within 3 mi (5 km). Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center is 25 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 699 out of 1234 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 294 out of 1234 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 1234 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 1234 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 63 out of 1234 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rosalinda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room for a great price!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stopped here for one night on our way home. We were pleasantly surprised with the size of the room and the hotel in general. Friendly staff, clean, and spacious rooms. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

joe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front Desk person Darren was friendly and very helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Clean room, nice breakfast selection.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff at the front desk was cheerful and welcoming! Easy check in, room is great and so far beds seem comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maile

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vivian

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente breakfast, room is very clean and tide.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aurora

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean ataff was very polite
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madhuri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very fresh rooms.. excellent breakfast options
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service, helpful staff, clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and people were very nice
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andres

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff and facility
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I didn't use the Wi-Fi but the room was very clean and staff are all very friendly and courteous. We really enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

German

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Good area
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zulema

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great! They were alway available. Room was clean, no issues. Breakfast was food. Traveling with teens and they enjoyed the breakfast options from a Friday- Sunday.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hitesh Kumar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff. Ample parking space.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and amazing A/C!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was delicious
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and spacious. Breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eugenia M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cleaning crew and front desk staff are friendly and helpful. Inexpensive and clean hotel, and a short ride to the disney parks. There's also a small market around the corner from the hotel that sells delicious carnitas and tortas. Bari's pizza is in the same plaza and is also delicious.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice and we checked in efficiently
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

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

3 day business trip

Stayed here for a work trip. The hotel clean and had a small business center. The room was clean and comfortable. I would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

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

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The inside of hotel was every clean and nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025