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A courtyard with a central fountain, surrounded by potted plants and a well-maintained lawn.
A building with a tiled roof, multiple balconies, and a well-maintained garden with various plants and a fountain.
A tree with white flowers in front of a building with balconies and a well-maintained garden.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a brick wall and a covered area with seating.

1. Laguna Hills Lodge

Laguna Hills Lodge
Laguna Hills
United States
Juliana
P6,139
P6,753 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Laguna Hills Lodge
A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large painting of a sunset.
A conference table with a vase of red roses in the center, surrounded by leather chairs.
A snack and beverage display with various packaged snacks and drinks, including Pepsi.
A hotel with a tiled roof, multiple windows, and a flag.

2. Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo
Laguna Woods
United States
Christie
P8,402
P9,259 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo
A modern bar area with a wooden counter, orange bar stools, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A hotel entrance with a prominent sign, palm trees, and a parking lot.
A multi-story hotel with outdoor seating areas featuring wicker furniture and a central fire feature.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Orange County Airport

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Orange County Airport
Santa Ana
United States
bianca
P5,838
P6,597 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Orange County Airport
A hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large window offering a view of the outside.
A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance, palm trees, and a sign indicating it is a 'Best Western Plus' hotel.
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, shaded by large umbrellas, and surrounded by palm trees and a hedge.
A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a covered grill.

4. Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North

Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North
Santa Ana
United States
Sheri
P7,094
P8,016 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North
A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a high ceiling.
A spacious living room with a patterned sofa, a glass coffee table, and a red floral centerpiece.
A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fountain, and potted plants.
A restaurant with wooden beams, marble tables, and leather booths.

5. Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
Costa Mesa
United States
Jodee
P8,120
P9,029 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
A spacious living area with a large wooden table, comfortable seating, a fireplace, and decorative plants.
A living room with a fireplace, wooden coffee table, and comfortable seating.
A multi-story hotel with a beige facade, a landscaped entrance, and a clear sky.
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, large potted plants, and red umbrellas.

6. Ayres Hotel Orange

Ayres Hotel Orange
Anaheim Resort
United States
Anne
P7,838
P8,637 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Ayres Hotel Orange
A balcony with a table set for two, overlooking a beach with palm trees.
A multi-story hotel with balconies, palm trees, and a sign indicating it is a beach front hotel.
A room with a blue sofa, a round table with chairs, and a view of the sunset through large windows with patterned curtains.
A sign for 'Beach Front Inn & Suites at Dana Point' with a palm tree and a building in the background.

7. Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point
Capistrano Beach
United States
Scott
P9,474
P10,534 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point
An outdoor patio with a stone fireplace, seating area, and potted plants.
A building with a sign reading "TIDES" and a vehicle parked in front.
A building with a white exterior, a balcony with white railings, and hanging white flowers.
A hotel room with two beds, a television, a fireplace, and a painting on the wall.

8. The Tides Laguna Beach

The Tides Laguna Beach
North Laguna
United States
Danton
P10,206
P11,635 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The Tides Laguna Beach
A modern restaurant with a round table, cushioned seating, and a ceiling fan.
A gym with treadmills, stationary bikes, and a mirrored wall.
A hotel room with a large flat-screen TV, a wooden headboard, a bedside table, and a carpeted floor.
A Comfort Inn hotel with a modern facade, palm trees, and a sunset sky.

9. Comfort Inn Anaheim Resort

Comfort Inn Anaheim Resort
Anaheim Resort
United States
Neal
P6,466
P8,445 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Comfort Inn Anaheim Resort
A marina with numerous boats docked, a parking lot, and a building with multiple floors in the background.
A beach with waves, a sandy shore, and some vegetation in the foreground.
A reception area with a 'WELCOME' sign, a receptionist, and two armchairs with decorative pillows.
A marina with numerous boats docked, a parking area, and a view of the ocean.

10. Dana Point Marina Inn

Dana Point Marina Inn
Dana Point Harbor
United States
Jon
P5,971
P6,639 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Dana Point Marina Inn
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Top Lake Forest Hotel Reviews

Desert Palms Hotel & Suites

Desert Palms Hotel & Suites

8/10 Good
"We stayed here for two nights with our two kids, ages 7 and 8, in a one-bedroom suite with bunk beds. Overall, it was a decent stay with some positives and drawbacks. The location is convenient, about a 12–17 minute walk to the parks for an average walker. However, other nearby properties offer similar convenience with more spacious rooms. Our kids loved the bunk beds, and the beds were comfortable. Unfortunately, the suite felt cramped for a family of four. It was difficult for two people to move around without bumping into each other or having to step aside. The property is showing its age, and the soundproofing could be better. I could hear our neighbor snoring at night, along with pipes and water running through the walls when guests in other rooms used their showers. Light sleepers should keep this in mind. Parking was crowded, and the $31 daily fee was disappointing, especially since there is no shuttle to the parks or many other amenities. On the plus side, the included breakfast was good and practical, with plenty of seating. Service was good overall, the lobby was welcoming, and the kids’ area—with Disney movies playing 24 hours a day—was a nice touch. Overall, this hotel offers family-friendly features and a convenient location, but the cramped rooms, noise, and parking fee make it worth comparing with other nearby options before booking."
Jaime 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Desert Palms Hotel & Suites
Sheraton Park Hotel at the Anaheim Resort

Sheraton Park Hotel at the Anaheim Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Great location if visiting Disneyland. Clean, tidy and welcoming entrance area"
Jayden 3-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Sheraton Park Hotel at the Anaheim Resort
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel

Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"We love this property. They decorate for all the occasions, great stuff for kids. Close to Disney."
Alyssa 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
Embassy Suites by Hilton Anaheim South

Embassy Suites by Hilton Anaheim South

10/10 Excellent
"We had a great time and we found the room very nice! The staff were really friendly and so attentive! We will definitely be back!"
Deanna 3-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Embassy Suites by Hilton Anaheim South
Hotel Fera Anaheim, a DoubleTree by Hilton

Hotel Fera Anaheim, a DoubleTree by Hilton

8/10 Good
"Beautiful hotel only complaint is the water pressure in the shower and the 40 dollar a night charge to park the car they also put a hold on your card depending on how long u stay instead of just holding a card on file other than that amazing place to stay and close to restaurants, Dave and busters, shopping mall, bowling etc..."
Antonio G 2-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Hotel Fera Anaheim, a DoubleTree by Hilton
Hotel Lulu, BW Premier Collection

Hotel Lulu, BW Premier Collection

8/10 Good
"Parking was easy. Hotel was easy to find an easy walk distance to Disneyland. Check in time was prompt at 4pm (was there early and early check in was not available) but not the fault of the hotel. Room was clean. Did not use any breakfast or room service. Simple stay and good staff willing to help."
Nelesh 2-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Hotel Lulu, BW Premier Collection
Grand Legacy At the Park

Grand Legacy At the Park

10/10 Excellent
"plan on staying every Disney trip!"
Eric 4-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Grand Legacy At the Park
The Anaheim Hotel

The Anaheim Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"This was our second stay here at the Anaheim Hotel. We came back simply because the hotel is in such a perfect location when visiting Anaheim for your Disneyland vacation. The park is not only less than a 5 min walk to the entrance, but also super close (basically next door) to other places you may need to visit during your stay - such as 7-11, A-Mart, Subway, McDonalds, Panera Bread etc. Also the Pizza Press restaurant located right on property is excellent and a great place for lunch or dinner during your stay. We had lunch there when we arrived and grabbed a pizza on our way back from closing the park when we were hungry. The pool is the biggest reason we keep coming back! It is not a dumpy looking motel pool in the middle of the parking lot. This pool area makes you feel like you’re on vacation and is such an inviting space that makes you want to stay and relax before going back to the park. In my opinion this is what sets this hotel apart from the others on Harbour Blvd. The staff here is also very friendly! Check-in staff are welcoming, and they have staff members standing outside the front door greeting guests as they come and go. This place is a great choice for your visit to Disneyland and I also ready have my sights set on making another booking when we come back for 2027 since we visit the resort annually."
Jenna 4-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
The Anaheim Hotel
Hilton Anaheim

Hilton Anaheim

8/10 Good
"This why we always stay at this hotel because the rooms are always clean we have always had pleasant stay and the staff are helpful. Overall great experience."
Eleanor 2-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Hilton Anaheim

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When is the best time for a budget trip to Lake Forest?
Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to Lake Forest, and keep in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 73°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 56°F. Average annual precipitation for Lake Forest is 14 inches.
What is there to see and do in Lake Forest?
Lake Forest draws tourists with its fantastic dining options and forests, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the popular local attractions that are highest on your list, such as Irvine Spectrum Center and Honda Center, and choose other low-cost activities to fill your itinerary. Take in the local culture at Arden-Modjeska Historic Site and Festival of Arts and Pageant of the Masters, or enjoy the area's natural beauty at Serrano Creek Community Park.
How can I get to Lake Forest and get around on a budget?
Checking out these ways to get around Lake Forest can help keep you on budget. The nearest airport is 10.1 mi (16.3 km) away from the center in John Wayne Airport (SNA). If that doesn't suit your budget, you can book a flight to Fullerton, CA (FUL-Fullerton Municipal), located 22.7 mi (36.6 km) away. Lake Forest may not have many public transportation choices so a car rental could be a reasonable alternative to explore the area.

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