Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG

Suburban hotel in Lake Forest with outdoor pool and 24-hour fitness

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Dates

November 2025

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December 2025

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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest, an IHG Hotel offers a warm retreat in the heart of Orange County. Savor free breakfast, unwind at the spa tub or take a dip in the outdoor pool. With high-speed WiFi and helpful staff on hand to assist you, your stay is sure to be both relaxing and productive.

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Pool
Parking available
Pet friendly
Gym
24/7 front desk
Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
Outdoor pool
24-hour fitness center
Self parking
Hot tub
Business center
24-hour front desk
Coffee/tea in a common area
Front-desk safe
Vending machine
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

Children stay free
Microwave
Private bathroom
Separate sitting area
Television
Daily housekeeping

$114 nightly

Nov 24 - Nov 25

Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Nov 5 - Nov 6

Tomorrow

Nov 6 - Nov 7

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 9 of 9 rooms

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

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Mini-fridge

LED TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

Shower/tub combination

Hair dryer

300 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Standard Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Mini-fridge

LED TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

Shower/tub combination

Hair dryer

250 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Mini-fridge

LED TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

Shower/tub combination

Hair dryer

250 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

Wonderful

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Mini-fridge

LED TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

Shower/tub combination

Hair dryer

300 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Mini-fridge

LED TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

Shower/tub combination

Hair dryer

250 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Mini-fridge

LED TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

Shower/tub combination

Hair dryer

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Mini-fridge

LED TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

Shower/tub combination

Hair dryer

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Mini-fridge

LED TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

Shower/tub combination

Hair dryer

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (Spin Bike)

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Mini-fridge

LED TV

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

Shower/tub combination

Hair dryer

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Similar properties

Pool
Free breakfast
Pet friendly
Free parking

$98 nightly

Nov 16 - Nov 17

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

20768 Lake Forest Drive, Lake Forest, CA, 92630

What's nearby

Saddleback Church - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
Lake Mission Viejo - 6 min drive - 6.7 km
Marguerite Aquatic Complex - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
Irvine Spectrum Center - 8 min drive - 10.0 km
Orange County Great Park - 9 min drive - 7.8 km

Getting around

John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 21 min drive
Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) - 45 min drive
Fullerton, CA (FUL-Fullerton Municipal) - 49 min drive
Los Angeles - Ontario Intl. Airport (ONT) - 72 min drive
Irvine Transportation Center - 14 min drive
Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center - 18 min drive
Tustin Station - 20 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG puts you within a 15-minute drive of Irvine Spectrum Center and Orange County Great Park. For a workout, you can visit the 24-hour fitness center or go for a morning swim at the outdoor pool. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 60 rooms
- Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- 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 time is 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

Required at check-in

- Credit card required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

- Up to 2 children (14 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 37.5 lbs per pet)*
- Service animals welcome
- Specific rooms only*
- Pets must be supervised

Internet

- Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
- Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms

Parking

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

Other information

- Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

Free breakfast
Coffee/tea in a common area

Traveling with children

Children stay free (see details)

Working away

Business center
Conference space (555 square feet)

Services

24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Multilingual staff

Facilities

Safe-deposit box at front desk
24-hour fitness center
An outdoor pool
Hot tub
Banquet hall

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Visual alarms in hallways
Closed captioned TV

Room amenities

Be entertained

49-inch LED TV
Cable TV channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

Separate sitting area

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet
Free local calls

Food and drink

Mini-fridge
Microwave

More

Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: USD 50 per stay
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per day, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 50

Parking

Uncovered self parking costs USD 5 per day

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club

Cashless transactions are available.

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Also known as

Prominence Hotel

Prominence Hotel Lake Forest

Prominence Lake Forest

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 37.5 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 25 per pet, per day, and there's also a deposit of USD 50 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 5 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG and nearby?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG has an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center, as well as a hot tub.

What's the area around Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG like?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG is a short 15-minute walk from Pittsford Park and 19 minutes' walk from Etnies Skate Park of Lake Forest.

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, good, and with great variety. (36 reviews)

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Popular mentions

Room

Service staff

Breakfast

Bed

Bathroom

Family friendly

Location

Restaurant

Amenities

Hot Tub

6/10 Good

Nov 4, 2025

I didn’t come. Did not check in. I had kidney surgery Friday and couldn’t travel

Terry, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 29, 2025

Very nice and convenient for us.

Judy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Feb 5, 2025

The front desk staff was amazing.

Rebecca, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mar 16, 2025

Very nice facility

RINALDI, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jun 1, 2025

Housekeeping was good, I was just hoping the pool was cleaner to enjoy

Jose Eduardo, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Dec 9, 2023

Friendly staff, clean and comfortable rooms, great price.

Stacy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mar 31, 2024

Very neat and clean place with good breakfast.

Saroj, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 26, 2023

Stay was great and the staff were so friendly and accommodating. I will stay again when in town.

Carla, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jul 29, 2024

Main attraction of this hotel was location - near relatives we were visiting. The hotel was clean, quiet and the staff were freindly and helpful.

Marc, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Apr 22, 2025

All star to the staff and the safety. There is still room for the breakfast to improve.

Abe, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Dec 9, 2024

My go-to hotel in Lake Forest

This will always be my go-to hotel when visiting the Lake Forest/Mission Viejo area. The people who work at this hotel in every function are wonderful, the best!

Rebecca, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

May 2, 2023

Friendly staff and clean room.

Mariana, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 17, 2024

Todd and his team provided such great customer service to me during my stay. The rooms were ample and bed very comfy.

Amparo, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mar 14, 2024

Thank you for a wonderful stay very clean and helpful Todd was super!

Crystal, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jan 14, 2025

Convenient location with good service.

We stay a few times a year when we need to go to CA. It is a comfortable hotel. The staff are always friendly and helpful. Breakfast is nourishing and included as is the parking. The hotel is convenient to the toll road and there are dining options close by.

Judith, 1-night trip