Sonesta Simply Suites Irvine East Foothill

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Sonesta Hotels
8.5 (512 reviews)
3 South Pointe Drive , Lake Forest , us

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Pets allowed
BBQ facilities
Lift / Elevator
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and friendly
Convenient location
Cons:
Old and dated rooms
Poor management handling issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.64
Clean and well-maintained, but noted issues with old smells.
Service
9.11
Overall friendly and helpful staff, though experiences varied.
Location
9.15
Conveniently located near major attractions and interstate.
Room Quality
8.1
Rooms are spacious and comfortable, but some are dated.
Amenities
8.63
Good amenities available, including kitchenette and fridge.
Value for Money
8.09
Overall satisfactory but considered expensive with issues.
Food and Beverage
8.64
No specific feedback, but standard for hotel tier.
Overall Experience
8.61
Mixed experiences with both satisfaction and significant issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 09:40

Property Description

Convenient Location near Spectrum Irvine
Located just a 5-minute drive from the Spectrum Irvine business district, Sonesta Simply Suites Irvine East Foothill offers a prime location for both business and leisure travelers.

Modern Amenities for Comfort and Convenience
Enjoy the convenience of a fully equipped kitchen, free Wi-Fi, and a 24-hour gym with cardiovascular and weight training equipment at Sonesta Simply Suites Irvine East Foothill.

Pet-Friendly with Home-Like Features
With pet-friendly policies, a convenience store, and laundry facilities, this hotel ensures a comfortable stay. The guest rooms are equipped with full-size kitchen appliances, a work desk, and free local calls for a home-like experience.

Ready to experience comfort and convenience at Sonesta Simply Suites Irvine East Foothill? Book your stay now and make the most of your visit to Lake Forest!

Important information:

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card is required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

Guest must be 21 years or older in order to check in to hotel.

Maximum 2 pets per room with no weight restrictions are allowed.

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per week (maximum USD 150 per stay).

Newly Renovated Hotel.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SNA

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs USD 7 per day.

Location

Property Accessibility

Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 512 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.64
Service: 9.11
Location: 9.15
Room Quality: 8.1
Amenities: 8.63
Value for Money: 8.09
Food and Beverage: 8.64
Overall Experience: 8.61
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Tammi • couple • us
10
Great, will stay there again.
Pros:

Very clean and has great amenities. Kitchenette had everything needed, even dishwasher. Gym was clean. Was shocked to see laundry was free to use. Staff very nice.

Cons:

Dog area was just dirt and trees.

2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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Lori • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-01-22 • via Nuitee
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Mary • solo_traveller • us
8
Ok
Cons:

Towel bar fell off the wall, toilet paper holder was not secured to wall.

2026-01-22 • via Nuitee
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Jon • couple • us
9
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Yusuke • solo_traveller • jp
8
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • family_with_children • us
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Justin • couple • us
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Olivia • solo_traveller • us
8
The location was excellent, rooms well taken car of, easy access to restaurants and shopping
Pros:

The staff at the check-in desk were friendly, professional and very accommodating.

Cons:

Signage to exits and reception area could have been more clear.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Jeri • couple • us
10
2026-01-11 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • solo_traveller • it
8
2026-01-07 • via Nuitee
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NA • extended_group • fr
10
Parfait !
Pros:

Le logement et le personnel, très propre et très bien équipé, pour un très bon rapport qualité prix.

2026-01-06 • via Nuitee
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Ann • couple • us
10
2026-01-04 • via Nuitee
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George • couple • us
8
Pros:

Clean and friendly

2025-12-26 • via Nuitee
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filomena • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

Molto pulito

2025-12-16 • via Nuitee
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Ken • couple • us
6
It'll do.
Pros:

I liked that it was close to where I needed to be. Front desk was super friendly and nice. Liked that the parking was reasonably cheap. Fridge and working kitchen were cool but I just didn't take advantage of it.

Cons:

It's a really really old and dated. Like really really dated. It won't impress anyone but if you just need the barest of necessities for a day or a few it'll get the job done. Only thing I really took issue with is that it had an old smell to it. Everyone knows that smell but it's hard to describe. It's in the sheets and in the room and just really hard to get away from and to get used to. Bed was comfortable enough but the smell just kept me awake

2025-12-15 • via Nuitee
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Nancy • solo_traveller • us
8
Got a great night sleep
Pros:

Was clean the staff was friendly the rooms were spacious and I like all the amenities

Cons:

There was no toilet paper in the bathroom

2025-12-15 • via Nuitee
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Mike • couple • us
7
2025-12-03 • via Nuitee
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Heather • solo_traveller • au
10
Nice place to stay would stay here again
Pros:

Lovely place to stay, room was clean. I enjoyed being able to use the kitchenette, Had everything I needed and an easy location to get around From.

Cons:

As I’ve never been there before I was a bit concerned that I might not get a parking space but there is heaps there. Would be nice to have had parking included for one car. Staff were lovely.

2025-11-27 • via Nuitee
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Estella • couple • us
7
2025-11-22 • via Nuitee
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Rojas • couple • us
8
2025-11-13 • via Nuitee