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A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a ceiling light fixture with hanging glass globes.

A modern outdoor seating area with wooden benches and patterned cushions.

A spacious lobby with leather seating, a large wall-mounted TV, and a modern fireplace.

The exterior of AC Hotel Irvine with a modern design, featuring a large entrance, glass doors, and two potted plants in the foreground.

1. AC Hotel Irvine

Irvine Business Complex, 3.1 km from University of California, Irvine

Isabella

P10,619

P11,701 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a fire feature, and a view of the city skyline.

A couple dining at a table in a restaurant with a visible menu board in the background.

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, palm trees, and a flagpole.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

2. Newport Beach Marriott Bayview

2.6 km from University of California, Irvine

scott

P14,313

P15,782 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A multi-story hotel with a lobby entrance, numbered 4881, and a red car parked in front.

A hotel reception area with a coffee station, a water dispenser, and a fire extinguisher.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden floor, and a large window with curtains.

A reception area with a modern desk, two armchairs, a wall-mounted TV, and a painting.

3. Extended Stay America Suites Orange County John Wayne Airprt

Airport Area, 3.1 km from University of California, Irvine

Linda

P5,919

P6,521 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern living room with a staircase, a sofa, and a small dining area.

A hotel room with a brown leather sofa, a small bathroom with a mirror, a sink, and a framed picture on the wall.

A rectangular swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas.

A modern hotel with a covered walkway, large planters with greenery, and a second-floor balcony.

4. Lemon Heights Inn

10.3 km from University of California, Irvine

Saurav

P5,525

P6,243 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A hotel room with two beds, a bathroom, and a view of a bridge.

A hotel room with a desk, laptop, lamp, and a view of the outside balcony.

A hotel room with a blue carpet, a gray sofa, a dining area with a table and chairs, a kitchenette, a TV mounted on the wall, and a staircase with blue steps.

A reception area with a black door, a bench, a potted plant, and a wall with orange fruit paintings.

5. Orange Grove Inn

10.2 km from University of California, Irvine

jocelyn

P5,074

P5,743 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, multiple seating areas, and a chandelier.

A hotel with a modern facade, a covered entrance, and a landscaped front yard.

A hotel with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a dresser.

6. Ayres Hotel Fountain Valley - Huntington Beach

12.4 km from University of California, Irvine

P10,655

P11,635 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a view of the city through large windows.

A modern kitchen with a white countertop, a bowl, and a refrigerator stocked with snacks and beverages.

A modern bar area with a long counter, orange bar stools, and a blue accent wall.

A spacious lobby with a blue sofa, yellow chairs, and a reception desk.

7. Comfort Inn & Suites Irvine Spectrum

11.9 km from University of California, Irvine

Jennfer

P6,314

P6,946 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A modern hotel with a curved facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern kitchen with marble countertops, black bar stools, and a variety of food items displayed on shelves.

A coastal beach with clear blue waters, sandy shore, and lush greenery.

A modern bar area with high stools, a counter with a variety of bottles, and pendant lighting.

8. Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

11.9 km from University of California, Irvine

Waleed

P8,167

P9,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A modern restaurant with a sunset mural, contemporary furniture, and a view of the ocean.

A hotel pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and palm trees.

A coastal beach with clear blue water, sandy shore, and rocky cliffs.

A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, a dining area, and a decorative rock garden.

9. Hyatt Regency Irvine

Irvine Business Complex, 3.7 km from University of California, Irvine

CRISTOFER

P14,031

P15,462 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A modern outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a built-in fireplace, and a view of the city.

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a television screen.

An indoor swimming pool area with two pools, lounge chairs, and a building with multiple windows in the background.

A modern restaurant with multiple dining areas, including a bar area with a variety of bottles and a flat-screen TV.

10. Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine Spectrum/Lake Forest

11.8 km from University of California, Irvine

Julianna

P7,653

P8,434 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large window offering a view of the outside.

A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a covered grill.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, shaded by large umbrellas, and surrounded by palm trees and a hedge.

A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance, palm trees, and a sign indicating it is a 'Best Western Plus' hotel.

11. Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North

7.4 km from University of California, Irvine

Sheri

P7,098

P8,021 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A luxurious bedroom with a large bed, a tray with teacups and a teapot, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, a clock, and a chandelier.

A bar with a view of the beach, bottles of alcohol, and a television screen displaying a sports game.

An outdoor patio with white tables and chairs, a tiled floor, and a view of the sky.

12. Dorymans Oceanfront Inn

8.8 km from University of California, Irvine

Leticia

P14,047

P15,452 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A modern interior with a large glass wall, a dining area with a long table and chairs, a sofa set, and a staircase.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, string lights, and a flag.

A modern hotel lobby with a large seating area, a bar, and large windows offering a view of the countryside.

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a variety of seating options including tables and chairs.

13. Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

Irvine Business Complex, 4.1 km from University of California, Irvine

Dwayne

P8,035

P10,238 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

A coffee station with two espresso machines, a coffee grinder, and various coffee-related items.

A breakfast bar with labeled sections for cereal, fruit, and yogurt.

A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a parking lot and palm trees.

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

11.1 km from University of California, Irvine

Lane

P7,408

P8,385 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a wooden headboard, and a bedside table with a lamp.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, two round wooden tables with vases of flowers, patterned carpet, and artwork on the walls.

15. OC Hotel Costa Mesa

5.5 km from University of California, Irvine

michael

P7,814

P8,674 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large painting of a sunset.

An outdoor patio with a stone fireplace, metal chairs, and potted plants.

A conference table with a vase of red roses in the center, surrounded by leather chairs.

A hotel with a tiled roof, multiple windows, and a flag.

16. Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

11.2 km from University of California, Irvine

Xiao Rong

P8,418

P9,277 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a bathroom with a mirror.

A building with two black doors, a textured wall, and a small illuminated panel above the doors.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a bathroom, and a TV.

A motel with a large sign, a covered parking area, and a clear blue sky.

17. Harbor bay inn

6.9 km from University of California, Irvine

Trish

P7,498

P8,098 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

An outdoor patio with a stone fireplace, seating area, and potted plants.

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a fireplace, and a painting on the wall.

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.

18. The Tides Laguna Beach

12.1 km from University of California, Irvine

Valle

P9,661

P11,013 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'element' sign on the facade.

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, and a flat-screen TV.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a dining area, and a kitchen.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a white countertop.

19. Element by Marriott Irvine

Irvine Business Complex, 5 km from University of California, Irvine

Maria Alejandra

P9,528

P10,499 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern dining area with a long table, multiple chairs, a potted plant, and a kitchen area with appliances and a coffee station.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a sofa, a desk, and a large window.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a television screen.

A reception area with a bench, two patterned chairs, a cabinet with lamps, and a wall with a geometric pattern.

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Irvine-Orange County Airport

Irvine Business Complex, 3.6 km from University of California, Irvine

Nicole

P8,167

P9,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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Compare popular hotels close to University of California, Irvine

Property	Property class	Guest rating
AC Hotel Irvine	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Newport Beach Marriott Bayview	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Extended Stay America Suites Orange County John Wayne Airprt	6.4 1,003 reviews	View
Lemon Heights Inn	9.4 Exceptional 1,011 reviews	View
Orange Grove Inn	9.2 Wonderful 2,708 reviews	View

Top University of California Hotel Reviews

Atrium Hotel at Orange County Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Very friendly reception"

Hampton Inn & Suites Irvine-Orange County Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Located close to the Orange County Airport, it was the quietest hotel I can remember. I heard no plane, road or even hallway noise at all. Breakfast was very complete. We used the workout room (bike and elliptical) and all was in good working order and clean. We will return to this Hampton Inn on our next weekend in the OC."

Hyatt Regency Newport Beach West

10/10 Excellent

"The property is very clean and the rooms are spacious!"

Hyatt House Irvine/John Wayne Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room with nice and helpful staff. The location was quiet and direct access to highway."

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room. Friendly staff. Close to SNA airport. Would stay again."

Hyatt Regency Irvine

10/10 Excellent

"X"

AC Hotel Irvine

10/10 Excellent

"Nice stay, staff was very helpful and valet was fantastic. Excellent customer service at valet parking (Franco)"

Newport Beach Marriott Bayview

8/10 Good

"Location is very good. The hotel is a bit outdated and may need some renovations soon. Breakfast was really good and the waiters were very kind and friendly. Parking is about $40. We will probably stay here again only because the location is great!"

Other attractions near University of California, Irvine

Irvine Barclay Theatre

You can enjoy a show at Irvine Barclay Theatre on your trip to Irvine. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the charming coffeehouses while you're in the area.

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Bren Events Center

8.4/10 (81 reviews)

Enjoy a stop at Bren Events Center, an entertaining place to visit in Irvine. Check out the top-notch restaurants or charming coffeehouses in this walkable area.

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Irvine Improv

You can enjoy a show at Irvine Improv during your trip to Irvine.

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Regal University Town Center

You can take time to visit Regal University Town Center during your travels to Irvine.

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Anteater Stadium

Catch an event at Anteater Stadium during your trip to Irvine. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Beckman Center of the National Academies of Sciences & Engineering

Learn about the events happening at Beckman Center of the National Academies of Sciences & Engineering during your trip to Irvine. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Irvine Historical Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Irvine Historical Museum during your travels in Irvine. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or experience the entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.

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Rancho San Joaquin Golf Course

8.4/10 (54 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Irvine at Rancho San Joaquin Golf Course. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or check out its charming coffeehouses.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of California, Irvine?

University of California, Irvine is located in a welcoming area of Irvine known for its cozy coffeehouses and array of dining options. You'll find 1178 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near University of California, Irvine?

Newport Beach Marriott Bayview is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from University of California, Irvine. Other good options within 5 miles include Hyatt Regency Newport Beach West and Renaissance Newport Beach Hotel.

How many hotels are there near University of California, Irvine?

Expedia has 1178 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from University of California, Irvine.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of California, Irvine, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best deals near University of California, Irvine.

What can I see and do near University of California, Irvine?

Irvine Historical Museum, Lyon Air Museum, and UC Irvine Langson Orange County Museum of Art feature captivating exhibits. You can watch performances at Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Orange County Fair & Exposition Center - The Hangar, and Pacific Amphitheatre if you're interested in local theater. Spend some time exploring the natural beauty of Upper Newport Bay Regional Park, Tewinkle Park, and Sherman Library and Garden.

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Our top choices for University of California, Irvine hotels

1. AC Hotel Irvine

2. Newport Beach Marriott Bayview

3. Extended Stay America Suites Orange County John Wayne Airprt

4. Lemon Heights Inn

5. Orange Grove Inn

6. Ayres Hotel Fountain Valley - Huntington Beach

7. Comfort Inn & Suites Irvine Spectrum

8. Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

9. Hyatt Regency Irvine

10. Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine Spectrum/Lake Forest

11. Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North

12. Dorymans Oceanfront Inn

13. Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

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

15. OC Hotel Costa Mesa

16. Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

17. Harbor bay inn

18. The Tides Laguna Beach

19. Element by Marriott Irvine

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Irvine-Orange County Airport

Compare popular hotels close to University of California, Irvine

Top University of California Hotel Reviews

Atrium Hotel at Orange County Airport

Hampton Inn & Suites Irvine-Orange County Airport

Hyatt Regency Newport Beach West

Hyatt House Irvine/John Wayne Airport

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

Hyatt Regency Irvine

AC Hotel Irvine

Newport Beach Marriott Bayview

Other attractions near University of California, Irvine

Irvine Barclay Theatre

Bren Events Center

Irvine Improv

Regal University Town Center

Anteater Stadium

Beckman Center of the National Academies of Sciences & Engineering

Irvine Historical Museum

Rancho San Joaquin Golf Course

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