Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine Spectrum/Lake Forest

3.0 star property

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Terrace/patio
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Lobby
Front of property
Tapas bar

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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23021 Lake Center Drive B, Lake Forest, CA, 92630
  • Place, Costume Castle
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, The Orchard at Saddleback
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Massage Envy Spa
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ontario Intl. Airport (ONT)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(47 reviews)
  • 335 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 335 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility & Hearing, 3x3 Shower)

  • 335 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Hearing)

  • 335 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(61 reviews)
  • 335 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (3x3 Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 335 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Hearing)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 335 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Lake Forest

Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine Spectrum/Lake Forest places you within a 10-minute drive of popular sights such as Irvine Spectrum Center and Concordia University. This 92-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Costume Castle - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Irvine Spectrum Center - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • The Orchard at Saddleback - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Massage Envy Spa - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Orange County Great Park - 6 min drive - 4.6 miles

Getting around

  • Irvine Transportation Center - 11 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Hat - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine Spectrum/Lake Forest

At Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine Spectrum/Lake Forest, guests enjoy an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Self parking is available for USD 20.00 per night. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with securing valuables, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a hot tub, meeting rooms, and conference space.
48-inch LCD TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include coffee makers, free local calls, and ironing boards. Change of towels is available on request.
An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.

Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 20 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available on weekdays 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Oceans Bar

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 2,000 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Lever door handles
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2020
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 48-inch LCD TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 82.65
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
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

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 20.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 82.65 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

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 cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.
  • Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • Some facilities may be restricted. For more details, contact the property. Contact information can be found on your booking confirmation.
  • Parking has height restrictions.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hampton Inn Irvine Spectrum/Lake Forest
Hampton Inn Lake Forest Irvine Spectrum CA
Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine Spectrum/Lake Forest Hotel
Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine Spectrum/Lake Forest Lake Forest

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine Spectrum/Lake Forest?

Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine Spectrum/Lake Forest provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine Spectrum/Lake Forest?

As of May 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine Spectrum/Lake Forest on May 10, 2026 start from $135, including 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's there to see within easy reach of Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine Spectrum/Lake Forest?

This hotel is located in Lake Forest, close to Irvine Spectrum Center and Orange County Great Park. You'll also find Laguna Woods Golf Club and Aliso Viejo Golf Club within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine Spectrum/Lake Forest?

Yes, covered parking is offered for USD 20 per night with in/out privileges. Wheelchair-accessible van parking is also available for guests.

Does Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine Spectrum/Lake Forest include a casino?

No, Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine Spectrum/Lake Forest doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine Spectrum/Lake Forest?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

Is Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine Spectrum/Lake Forest a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge.

Does Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine Spectrum/Lake Forest have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine Spectrum/Lake Forest feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine Spectrum/Lake Forest serves free buffet breakfast at Oceans Bar on weekday mornings.

Does Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine Spectrum/Lake Forest allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine Spectrum/Lake Forest for a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay.

Does Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine Spectrum/Lake Forest have connecting rooms available?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine Spectrum/Lake Forest?

The closest major airport to Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine Spectrum/Lake Forest is John Wayne Airport (SNA), which is 10.4 mi away (20 minutes by car). Another top airport is Fullerton, CA (FUL-Fullerton Municipal), which is located 29.1 mi away (45-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine Spectrum/Lake Forest?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine Spectrum/Lake Forest.

Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine Spectrum/Lake Forest Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 703 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 149 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 out of 1004 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was great, staff was nice. Parking existed. Paying for it was unnecessary.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Michele

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Sara Mia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was great. Staff was kind.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Luigi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was our 2nd time stayed there, still felt the same. Very nice staff, clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Ricardo

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chong

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ming Na

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is very clean, and my floor is very quiet during our family vacation in California. The Staff are very friendly. The transportation is very convenient for us, lots of restaurant nearby the hotel.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Antelope

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cleanliness made us feel comfort and the staff is very nice and professional.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was great at the hotel, except the bathroom door, absolutely no privacy whatsoever. The barn door left about a 2 inch gap and did not close properly. Not sure this was how it was supposed to be or if it was broken.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Claribel

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Rich

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room. Helpful, friendly staff. Excellent housekeeping service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Miles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room, staff was great, breakfast was alright, and parking was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jongmo

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Adam

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Miao

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, nice bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was what we were told and expected. The check in staff were awesome!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, breakfast was okay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damian J.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

javad shahbazi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
it was okey
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice place , courteous staff , kinda bothered by the parking fee . I wasn’t aware of it until I checked in .
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

josephine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean, staff friendly and professional
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Abdelrahman

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The fact they charge 20$/night for parking and it’s not explicitly mentioned is honestly terrible way to fake low rates
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025