Sonder Solarena

Hotels
Sonder
8.6 (157 reviews)
6208 West Coast Highway , Newport Beach , us

Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Lift / Elevator
Non-smoking throughout
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Physical distancing rules followed
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Spacious rooms
Cons:
Limited amenities
Room maintenance issues
Noise disturbances

Categories

Cleanliness
7.4
Mixed feedback on cleanliness, with some guests praising the clean rooms while others mentioned issues with room service and moldy smells.
Service
7.7
Service received a positive rating overall, with friendly and helpful staff mentioned frequently. Some complaints about delayed room service and unhelpful responses when issues arose.
Location
8.5
The hotel's location was a highlight for many guests, as it was near the beach, cafes, and restaurants. However, noise levels and distance from town were mentioned as drawbacks.
Room Quality
7.6
Rooms were generally praised for being spacious and updated, with secure luggage storage. However, there were comments about the need for room amenities and maintenance issues like moldy smells and dirty bathrooms.
Amenities
7
Mixed reviews on amenities, with some guests enjoying access to the beach and helpful staff, while others mentioned the lack of certain services like daily room cleaning and spa facilities.
Value for Money
7.2
Value for money received mixed feedback, with some guests feeling it was not worth the price due to room conditions and noise issues, while others appreciated the location and friendly staff.
Food and Beverage
7.3
Food and beverage services were generally well-received, with guests enjoying the proximity to restaurants and good recommendations from staff. However, some mentioned limited TV channels and shower issues as drawbacks.
Overall Experience
7.9
Most guests had a positive overall experience at the hotel, praising the location and friendly staff. However, some mentioned noise disturbances and room maintenance issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-07-14 01:21

Property Description

Prime Location near Beaches
Sonder Solarena offers a prime location in Newport Beach, just steps away from Santa Ana River Beach and Newport Beach. Explore the beauty of the coast with ease during your stay.

Comfortable and Well-Equipped Rooms
Relax in our guest rooms featuring modern amenities such as a coffee machine, flat-screen TV, and air conditioning. Some rooms even boast a balcony for you to enjoy the fresh ocean breeze.

Convenient Amenities and Nearby Attractions
Enjoy free WiFi, private parking, and complimentary toiletries during your stay. With attractions like Huntington Beach and Knotts Berry Farm nearby, your entertainment options are endless.

Book your stay at Sonder Solarena now for a memorable Newport Beach experience!

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Sonder Solarena in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
A damage deposit of USD 400 is required. The host charges this 7 days before arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
After confirmation, Sonder will reach out to guests through a secure link to gather some information regarding their stay. Sonder may require the guest to provide a photo of their government-issued photo ID. Guests will receive check-in details from property management three days prior to arrival. Please note: the layout, furniture, and decor of your space may vary from these photos. There is no room service or daily cleanings.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and charges may be applicable.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 157 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.4
Service: 7.7
Location: 8.5
Room Quality: 7.6
Amenities: 7
Value for Money: 7.2
Food and Beverage: 7.3
Overall Experience: 7.9
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Molly
2
Pros:

Terrible ventilation - would NOT come back. For sure mold problems, leaking shower and very very moist even with AC blasting...

2025-10-10 via Nuitee
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Darrel
6
Pros:

Bedside lamps not working and there was a $30 fee to park overnight that was not disclosed clearly at time of booking. I would pass on staying here again.

2025-10-09 via Nuitee
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Kelsey family
8
Pros:

Room wasn’t super clean, but we only stayed one night so we powered through. Great location to the beach, simple walk across the street! Beds were comfy but room was very basic. The gentleman who checked us in was very nice. Parking lot is easy to find but tiny!

2025-10-04 via Nuitee
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Angie
2
Pros:

Walking into the room was alarming. The comforter was all balled up and looked awful. Black feet print in the tub. Looked like it wasn’t even attempted to be cleaned. Then hair in the bed. We lasted 15 mins in the room and checked right back out. We were told we couldn’t get a refund for the first night because we had already ‘checked in’

2025-10-03 via Nuitee
A
Arelyn partner
10
Pros:

Beautiful hotel, clean, and attentive staff!

2025-10-01 via Nuitee
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Juan Carlos
4
Double charged
Pros:

Location was fine, service was ok.

First and foremost Ive been double charged by the hotel after paying for it via hotels.com . Hotels.com is sorting that out now. CC was given for parking parking and I hadnt noticed they charged we for the room until departure an a email was sent.

I also was uncomfortable with the security. I returned to the hotel about 1am to my room entry code not working. After 5min they reset the code and asked me to check my email for the new code. After a little back and forth , because i never got an email, they realized they reset the code for another room and sent info to that customer.
Needless to say I didnt sleep comfortably thinking they could reset and give my room info to another person.

2025-10-01 via Nuitee
E
Edgar family_with_children
10
Pros:

Nice location

2025-09-30 via Nuitee
J
Jeremy
8
Pros:

Great location

2025-09-29 via Nuitee
A
Angelo partner
10
Pros:

It was a perfect stay. Thank you.

2025-09-29 via Nuitee
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Coleen A family
10
Pros:

First impression made us feel like we made a mistake. You get inside and it was not bad. Staff was limited. I think we seen two different men working the 3 days we were there and we didn't see them all the time or all day. Check in was not a good experience and i was charged twice but got it straightened out once we got home. Comfortable and clean rooms. Building was hot but room was comfortable in temperature. Nice view to the ocean and a super easy stroll over to the beach. Easy and short drive to any establishment one could possibly need. Unless you just want to be at the beach i would recommend a vehicle. Would stay again!

2025-09-28 via Nuitee
S
Steven
6
Pros:

Great location but a bit run down

2025-09-26 via Nuitee
A
Alberto family
8
Pros:

Its basic but good for a quick trip. clean. small. everything is 20 mins away.

2025-09-22 via Nuitee
E
Ernest family
6
Pros:

Dusty, not cleaned properly, and very small.

2025-09-21 via Nuitee
M
Mary partner
10
Pros:

Great place by the beach - 100 steps from your room to the shore. The staff was so pleasant and accommodating they made our visit memorable. Beach chairs and towels available and great coffee/pastry and lunch spot right up the street. Easy walk to the nightlife of Newport Beach pier area. Four day stay and never needed a car. Will 100% return!

2025-09-15 via Nuitee
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john
10
Pros:

What a great place to stay, just a block from the beach and rode my bike to dozens of places to eat. Clean and comfortable room and the staff were very helpful.
Highly recommended.

2025-09-15 via Nuitee
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Trisha
10
Pros:

Nice clean room a block from the beach!

2025-09-10 via Nuitee
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Verified traveler
8
Overall good.
Pros:

Overall good experience, great location in my opinion. Just steps from the beach. I feel their parking fee is excessive and their stalls are very narrow. The lobby was warm inside as if they were trying to save power.
Second time staying here. Their prices make it affordable.

2025-09-08 via Nuitee
T
Thomas friends
10
Pros:

Good well priced hotel near the beach no frills just good location. I liked the keypad entry as opposed to dealing with keycards.

2025-09-07 via Nuitee
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Vanessa family
2
Pros:

Staff very unorganized, parking is a joke, cancelled room and went elsewhere

2025-09-06 via Nuitee
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Erika
6
Pros:

The staff seemed stressed and didn’t know what they were doing. Rooms weren’t ready including mine. Door codes not working. Room not clean enough with loose hair strands on the bed spread upon arrival. I only liked the location.

2025-09-02 via Nuitee