Sonesta Simply Suites Irvine East Foothill

Hotels
Sonesta Simply Suites
8.5 (547 reviews)
3 South Pointe Drive , Lake Forest , us

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Business center
Heating
Garden
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

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 547 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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Per couple se
8
Pros:

Bra kök och man kunde låna extra köksutrustning, tvättstuga.
Trevlig personal.

Cons:

Kunde bytt lakan en gång när vi bodde en vecka.

2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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James couple us
10
2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Victor couple us
10
2026-08-22 via Nuitee
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James couple us
10
This is a hotel every other hotel wishes they could be
Pros:

Customer service was exceptional at check in. I’m ADA limited and I was very well taken care of to fur fill my needs

Cons:

Clean big rooms even the standard size room was very well laid out. Very comfortable beds

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Colin solo_traveller us
7
2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Laura couple us
1
2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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C7774TGsilvanac Family Las Vegas, Nevada
10
A TRUE HOME AWAY FROM HOME
Pros:

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

My stay at Sonesta ES Suites Irvine was absolutely wonderful! From the moment I arrived, I was welcomed by an incredibly friendly, professional, and genuinely caring team.

A special thank you to Mr. Aldrich, the manager, who is truly a hands-on leader. He pays attention to every little detail and goes above and beyond to make sure every guest is happy and feels valued. His dedication is reflected throughout the entire hotel.

The front desk team—Arlene, Emily, Eric, and Jonathan—always greeted me with a warm smile and were consistently helpful, professional, and accommodating. They made every interaction a pleasure.

The housekeeping team, led by Alysa, along with Eric, Maria, and everyone else, does an outstanding job. They take great pride in keeping the hotel spotless and making guests feel comfortable.

What makes this hotel so special is that everyone works together like one big family, and as a guest, you truly feel like part of it. It really became my home away from home.

I highly recommend Sonesta ES Suites Irvine to anyone looking for exceptional service, a welcoming atmosphere, and a team that genuinely cares about its guests. I can't wait to return!

2026-08-04 via Tripadvisor
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Carissa couple us
9
2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Denise family_with_children us
10
Pros:

Clean, quiet, comfortable, proximity to everything was great.

Cons:

NA

2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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Isis couple us
7
2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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Hua family_with_children us
8
2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Norma couple us
10
I will stay at this property on my next trip to California. I love the location it was pretty clean it has a little kitc
Pros:

The property is in a good location close to shopping center, kind of hidden, quiet, and peaceful

Cons:

There was nothing about the property that I didn’t like it was perfect for me and my husband

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Brenda solo_traveller us
10
2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Tim solo_traveller us
8
2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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laith family_with_children sa
6
2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Randolph couple us
8
A good, budget friendly central Orange County place to stay
Pros:

The location was good; not too far from the freeway in central Orange County. There were many stores and restaurants within a 15 min. drive. The room was large and comfortable (king sized 1 bdrm). The kitchen had everything we needed. The staff was friendly. There is lots of (paid, $7 day) parking. The area is safe.

Cons:

The charge for parking, especially since there is plenty of it. This feels like being "nickel and dimed". Also, the toilet paper was very thin. We were on the 2nd floor (of 3 floors) and we could hear the folks in the room above us (so ask for the top floor).

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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Robert couple us
9
We enjoyed our stay and will definitely be back!
Pros:

Clean, comfortable, great location, friendly staff

Cons:

Only issue we experienced was not being able to keep connected to WiFi

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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Jose couple us
8
Cons:

I don’t understand how you can charge a paying guest nightly parking fees.

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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marlittc Couples California
6
Disappointed
Pros:

It didn’t feel clean at all. This hotel needs to be remodeled. Even though the staff were doing their best to keep every corner of the hotel clean, it didn’t make much of a difference because the property is very old. The hallway carpet was dirty and had an unpleasant smell.

2026-06-05 via Tripadvisor
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Valérie couple fr
8
2026-05-31 via Nuitee