Extended Stay America Suites Orange County Lake Forest

2.5 star property
Hotel in Lake Forest with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Exterior
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Studio (One Queen Bed, Non-Smoking) | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Property amenity

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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20251 Lake Forest Dr, Lake Forest, CA, 92630
  • Place, Etnies Skate Park of Lake Forest
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Saddleback Church
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Mission Viejo
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

Studio (One King Bed, Non-smoking)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio (One Queen Bed, Non-Smoking)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio (Two Double Beds, Non-smoking)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Studio, Mobility Accessible (One King Bed, Non-smoking)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio (Two Queen Beds, Non-smoking)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Lake Forest

Located within a 5-minute walk of Etnies Skate Park of Lake Forest, Extended Stay America Suites Orange County Lake Forest is within a mile (2 km) of Foothill Ranch Towne Centre. This 119-room hotel has free breakfast along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Etnies Skate Park of Lake Forest - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Foothill Ranch Towne Centre - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Saddleback Church - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Lake Mission Viejo - 5 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Irvine Spectrum Center - 9 min drive - 7.0 miles

Getting around

  • Irvine Transportation Center - 15 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Big Wok Mongolian Bbq - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Extended Stay America Suites Orange County Lake Forest

Hotel in Lake Forest with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
Extended Stay America Suites Orange County Lake Forest features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and laundry facilities. There's free parking if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help secure valuables, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include a picnic area, barbecue grills, and a vending machine.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Kitchens, refrigerators, and microwaves are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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 available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

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 parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1997
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

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
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25.00 per pet, per night (maximum USD 150 per stay)
  • 2 total pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per night (maximum USD 150 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Housekeeping fee: USD 10 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Extended Stay America Suites Orange County Lake Forest?

Extended Stay America Suites Orange County Lake Forest offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Extended Stay America Suites Orange County Lake Forest?

As of Oct 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Extended Stay America Suites Orange County Lake Forest on Oct 12, 2025 start from $91.2, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see around Extended Stay America Suites Orange County Lake Forest?

Based on positive ratings, guests enjoy the hotel's location in Lake Forest, and it's just steps from Etnies Skate Park of Lake Forest. You'll also find Rancho Las Lomas and Foothill Ranch Towne Centre within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Extended Stay America Suites Orange County Lake Forest?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Extended Stay America Suites Orange County Lake Forest feature a casino on the premises?

No, Extended Stay America Suites Orange County Lake Forest doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Extended Stay America Suites Orange County Lake Forest?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Extended Stay America Suites Orange County Lake Forest good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a kitchen as well as free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk.

Does Extended Stay America Suites Orange County Lake Forest have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Extended Stay America Suites Orange County Lake Forest feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Extended Stay America Suites Orange County Lake Forest offers free on-the-go breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Extended Stay America Suites Orange County Lake Forest allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Extended Stay America Suites Orange County Lake Forest for a fee of USD 25.00 per pet, per night.

Does Extended Stay America Suites Orange County Lake Forest have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from Extended Stay America Suites Orange County Lake Forest?

The closest major airport to Extended Stay America Suites Orange County Lake Forest is John Wayne Airport (SNA), which is 16.7 mi away (20 minutes by car). Another top airport is Fullerton, CA (FUL-Fullerton Municipal), which is located 28.9 mi away (38-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Extended Stay America Suites Orange County Lake Forest?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Extended Stay America Suites Orange County Lake Forest.

Extended Stay America Suites Orange County Lake Forest Reviews

Reviews

5.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 228 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 164 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 157 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 179 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 272 out of 1000 reviews

5.8/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

5.4/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

arturo

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was waiting in the lobby about 20 mins and there was two people that were there before me and they said they had already been waiting for about 25 mins so that was 45 mins they were waiting! Nobody was at the front desk this whole time. No bell no phone. Lots of other people came after me probably about 4 different parties trying to check in. So everyone was in the small lobby waiting to be helped. People were calling the hotel trying to get someone to come help and no answer at all. Finally a worker passes through and he says he will call someone to come help and few mins after he says the man is coming down now and mind you it is already about 3:10pm and check in is at 3pm. The man finally came down pulling a cleaning cart showing us this place must be really understaffed or the cleaners are not doing their job in time. The man was really nice and calmly helped get everyone checked in. But really having all of us waiting here with no answers or knowing when anyone would be at the front desk is bad service. There is alot of unusual people staying here... im from out of town and i thought it would be a decent place ro stay with my family with small children but i get feeling of a run down vegas strip hotel here. I think next time i will pay a bit more to stay someplace down the road where i will feel more comfortable with my kids. Does seem like everyone stays in their rooms no loud noises going on. the people i seen in the lobby when coming or going make me feel unsafe.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

MOHAMMED

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Old, rundown, and dirty facility. Needs a complete makeover and upkeep
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

ANRONG

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good for family
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Marcos Antonio

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
I really felt it was in a safe and clean neighborhood. The rooms were not clean enough because the beds were made but the sheets were not clean because there was hair and spotting when my son pulled the sheets over. But they provided new sheets and pillow cases at the desk. I was happy they gave them to me, but was not happy I had to change them myself. The room was a little dusty, but I assumed maybe they hadn’t rented it out or maybe housekeeping simply didn’t do their job. Although they offered another room, at that point, prior to noticing the bed thing, we had already spread all of our stuff in the drawers fridge and closet. Because of time, and not wanting to work even more packing and moving to another room and unpacking again, we simply stayed in the room. I would recommend someone do a check before renting these rooms and make sure they are clean. Also, there was no extra toilet paper. The role they left was not enough for going two times to the restroom. I think they should at least have two standard toilet paper roles because again, we were inconvenienced to go downstairs and ask for more. Their breakfast was just pretty much coffee. Not an actual breakfast option. But other than that, the staff was polite, the location is safe. The restaurants around were great. There was saana cafe, piccorino
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mohammed S.

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Erlin

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

worst experiences for Lodging

I got a real bad Bug bites. I don't get hair dryer at all in the first week. Smoking odor, dirt on floor, TV cannot connect onto the channel in the first week. It is horrible.
Stayed 28 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meghan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I am a long time guest at this location, and the reason I highly enjoy my stay here, is simply due to the staff that I have had the pleasure of interacting with during the entirety of my stay… Alvin has and continues to be more than welcoming and accommodating when it comes to any issues that may arise, more importantly… he is an all around pleasure to interact with and I can always rely on his help and support. Thank you so much for making my stay here such a wonderful experience, and the rest of the staff here go above and beyond expectations to ensure that my stay here is always positive and nothing short of incredible. Thank you guys so much for the hard work that you do day in and day out, it is highly appreciative and does not go unnoticed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Amanda

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Worse stay ever! I couldn’t check in until after 5 due to there iPads not working, than we had zero towels to take a shower. They said after 10pm and we never received any so we couldn’t take a shower. Will be requesting a refund
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Margaret

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wish I could give -5 stars. This “hotel” was disgusting. The room smelled like burned food, there was dirt on the front of the fridge, hair in the shower, dust up the wall, dirty/used dishes at the door, and the dead bolt looked like someone had busted through the door. The “better” room they moved us to still had hair in the shower, and the window couldn’t be locked. Breakfast was just prepackaged blueberry muffins and machine coffee. There was dirt and stains on the concrete at the entrance. There was dirty/used linens in the hallways. This was an absolutely awful location. We were supposed to stay for 4 nights. We checked out the following day because it was so gross and felt unsafe.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Maria

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sean

I reserved a room a month in advance for $50 extra charge to pay when I arrived. My plane was late and I didn’t check in in time. They gave my room away and charged me $133. I went next-door and never looked back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Karin

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

Unpleasant experience

On the outside it looked good, just as the pictures on the website, but coming in was a whole different thing. The reception was dirty and trash around the floor. The room was run down. Had no smoke detecyor(seemed like someone pulled it out) the closet door was a curtain and the bathroom left a lot yo desire. The fink was greasy and the tub was in terrible condition
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Radley

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cheapest rate in the area. Should’ve cost less for what you get.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jessica

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
There was no king room available as we booked and when the clerk went to change us to a queen room, suddenly he was unable to do anything to get us checked in. We had to scramble and pay more than double the cost to stay at another hotel. This hotel is awful, staff was unaccommodating, unhelpful and showed zero remorse for the situation. It seems they wanted us to leave because they had a waitlist for the night and could charge much more from the discounted rate we received for booking early. Awful service. If I could give zero stars I would.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I look forward to seeing the amazing staff every time I stay there. Everyone is so friendly and helpful, especially Alvin.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Kataryna

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Kataryna

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The place smells really bad and i used their laundry machines that cost 5 dollars to wash and 5 dollars to dry and had to dry 3 times befire my clothes wrre dry which cost 15 dollars and the front desk told me it wasnt their responsibility. Also the muffins were moldy. Its disappointing because it used to be a decent place to stay also there was dead spiders in the shower.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Salina, LAKEWOOD

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
A good place if you just need a bed to sleep in. It was clean, but the curtains didn't block out the sun, and there was constant noise in the room (fridge?) and in the hallway. Then the “to go” breakfast leaves a lot to be desire. The coffee is never refilled and most of the snack are gone. It’s supposed to be until 9am, I got there at 8. This is the second time staying here, I believe in giving second chances, but the same exact thing happened. Will not be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jerome

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jerrod

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
In this area, you get what you pay for. It's literally a bed. Expect no amenities, dirty carpets,and a plethora of smells.The breakfast consist of old muffins and cereal bars. However, by far the cheapest place to lay your head if that's what you need. My fridge had an odor that clunge to anything left in it long enough to get cold. Plenty of hot water though!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lila

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

My home away from home

The people that work there are amazing. I always look forward to being greeted by Alan and the other staff members. The beds are so comfortable and it really is a great overall value for the money. It’s in a very safe neighborhood and it is the one hotel that I return to time after time
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Matt

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dirty kitchen, food left in drawers. Zero amenities here. No utensils etc. No blow dryer, no ice machines. For an extended stay it was extremely stripped down. Front desk staff was absent most of the time and when actually there rude and short. No greetings when entering and no help with things missing. Grab and go breakfast did not happen, coffee only. Complete waste of money.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Manuel

Disliked: Amenities
Very disappointing and upset. Wrong room keys given to me upon check in. Somebody else was occupying room!!! Dirty and noisy hallways.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025