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Our top choices for Rancho Santa Margarita motels

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West Coast Surf and Stay

West Coast Surf and Stay

West Coast Surf and Stay
2.0 star property
San Clemente
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (140)
"Clean and spacious room, great location for dining, and owner made recommendations for the area plus was available in the event we needed anything extra!"
United States
Patricia
The price is AED 261
AED 287 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
West Coast Surf and Stay
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Crest Motel

Crest Motel

Crest Motel
2.5 star property
Corona
The price is AED 250
AED 275 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Crest Motel
Double Room, 2 Double Beds | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Norco

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Norco

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Norco
2.0 star property
Norco
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Great"
United States
Ryann
The price is AED 274
AED 305 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Norco
Exterior
Angel Motel near Anaheim

Angel Motel near Anaheim

Angel Motel near Anaheim
Orange
The price is AED 220
AED 242 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Angel Motel near Anaheim
Front of property
Elsinore Hot Springs & Lodge

Elsinore Hot Springs & Lodge

Elsinore Hot Springs & Lodge
2.0 star property
Lake Elsinore
7.0 out of 10, Good, (98)
"The staff was very friendly and answered all my questions. The location is great, right down the street from a nice downtown/ shopping area. I would def stay again when I visit the area. "
United States
Matthew
The price is AED 309
AED 339 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Elsinore Hot Springs & Lodge
Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Motel 6 Lake Elsinore, CA

Motel 6 Lake Elsinore, CA

Motel 6 Lake Elsinore, CA
2.0 star property
Lake Elsinore
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (314)
"Casino and restaurant "
United States
Tianna
The price is AED 275
AED 303 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Motel 6 Lake Elsinore, CA
Comfort Room, 1 King Bed | Living area
Regency Inn Norco

Regency Inn Norco

Regency Inn Norco
2.5 star property
Norco
7.4 out of 10, Good, (13)
"Everything was Great! Clean room, nice staff, coffee maker in my room !! Had a Great stay, Definitely recommend!!"
United States
Celia
The price is AED 312
AED 347 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Regency Inn Norco
Single Room | Bed sheets
Star Inn Motel

Star Inn Motel

Star Inn Motel
2.0 star property
East Side Costa Mesa
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (790)
"1 bedroom small, but perfect enough. good for a quick weekend stay or in a pinch. affordable too. "
United States
Jesus
Star Inn Motel
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Rodeway Inn Santa Ana - Garden Grove

Rodeway Inn Santa Ana - Garden Grove

Rodeway Inn Santa Ana - Garden Grove
2.0 star property
Santa Ana
7.6 out of 10, Good, (26)
"It was OK"
United States
Laura
The price is AED 387
AED 441 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Rodeway Inn Santa Ana - Garden Grove
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Welcome Inn

Welcome Inn

Welcome Inn
2.0 star property
Corona
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"Room was affordable and clean"
United States
Monique
The price is AED 239
AED 263 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Welcome Inn
Exterior
Calafia Inn

Calafia Inn

Calafia Inn
2.5 star property
San Clemente
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (144)
"Extremely clean and welcoming property. 10/10 will return next year for Ohana Fest. Very enjoyable experience. "
United States
Christopher
The price is AED 422
AED 465 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Calafia Inn
Property grounds
Oceana Boutique Hotel

Oceana Boutique Hotel

Oceana Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
San Clemente
5.8 out of 10, (1001)
"As far as a motel goes you get what you pay for. Staff was nice"
United States
Issac
The price is AED 184
AED 284 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Oceana Boutique Hotel
Exterior
Desert Inn Motel

Desert Inn Motel

Desert Inn Motel
2.0 star property
Corona
7.2 out of 10, Good, (135)
"We had a slight problem with the tv in our original room, so we had to turn to the office staff for help. Thankfully, they were so kind to relocate us into another (better) room with a working tv. The Pizza Hut was walking distance to pick up our dinner "
United States
Ivette
The price is AED 272
AED 299 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Desert Inn Motel
Standard Single Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Corona Inn

Corona Inn

Corona Inn
2.5 star property
Corona
7.0 out of 10, Good, (50)
"Motel looks great with it's new look."
United States
Erin
The price is AED 339
AED 373 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Corona Inn
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Rodeway Inn & Suites Corona

Rodeway Inn & Suites Corona

Rodeway Inn & Suites Corona
2.0 star property
Corona
7.2 out of 10, Good, (978)
"Affordable prices,clean renovated rooms"
United States
Natalie
The price is AED 274
AED 301 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Rodeway Inn & Suites Corona
Outdoor pool
Motel 6 Corona, CA

Motel 6 Corona, CA

Motel 6 Corona, CA
2.0 star property
Corona
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1049)
"Very quiet and excellent view of mountain "
United States
Jeff
The price is AED 212
AED 234 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Motel 6 Corona, CA
Lobby lounge
Motel 6 Anaheim Hills

Motel 6 Anaheim Hills

Motel 6 Anaheim Hills
2.0 star property
Anaheim Hills
6.0 out of 10, (1000)
"The employees were very friendly and nice!!"
United States
jackie
The price is AED 206
AED 236 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 January 2026
Motel 6 Anaheim Hills
Terrace/patio
The Tides Laguna Beach

The Tides Laguna Beach

The Tides Laguna Beach
2.0 star property
North Laguna
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Super clean, exceptionally well located hotel with amazing staff. This place has everything you need including a nice heated pool."
United States
Marc
The price is AED 496
AED 565 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 January 2026
The Tides Laguna Beach
Front of property
Sands Motel

Sands Motel

Sands Motel
2.0 star property
La Sierra
6.2 out of 10, (749)
"Clean and a nice location "
United States
Rose
The price is AED 238
AED 269 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Sands Motel
Reception
Studio 6 Anaheim Hills, CA

Studio 6 Anaheim Hills, CA

Studio 6 Anaheim Hills, CA
2.5 star property
Anaheim Hills
5.6 out of 10, (178)
"Terrible room, stains , blood , broken furniture. Very dirty rooms do not recommend "
United States
Ramon
The price is AED 257
AED 296 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 January 2026
Studio 6 Anaheim Hills, CA
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Top Rancho Santa Margarita Hotel Reviews

Sonesta Anaheim Resort Area

Sonesta Anaheim Resort Area

10/10 Excellent
"Super nice and comfortable. We loved our stay here. About 35 minute walk to Disneyland too."
Bailee 3-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Sonesta Anaheim Resort Area

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Rancho Santa Margarita?
If you're having trouble locating a motel in Rancho Santa Margarita, allow Expedia help you find motels or similar properties from over 4325 accommodations in the area. Simply use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or money-saving amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transportation.
What is a motel?
Motel properties often include free parking, and many also feature an outdoor pool. Often one or two stories tall, motels usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the parking lot. Beginning in the early 1950s, eye-catching neon signs enticed road-weary travelers, and today, examples of these can still be found along historic U.S. Route 66.
What are the best motels in Rancho Santa Margarita?
Here are some of our customers' favorite motels to book in the larger area. Motel 6 Irvine - Orange County Airport is located 15 mi (24.1 km) from the heart of Rancho Santa Margarita. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Star Inn Motel: Free parking and a 24-hour front desk are available during your stay. Central Rancho Santa Margarita is 16.5 mi (26.6 km) away. Motel 6 Corona, CA: Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 18.3 mi (29.5 km) from the heart of Rancho Santa Margarita. Sands Motel: Central Rancho Santa Margarita is 21.6 mi (34.8 km) away. Free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk are available during your stay. Welcome Inn: 17.9 mi (28.7 km) from the heart of Rancho Santa Margarita. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking.
What can I do in Rancho Santa Margarita?
Some outdoorsy places nearby include Lake Mission Viejo, Rancho Las Lomas, and Orange County Great Park. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Marguerite Aquatic Complex, Sawdust Art Festival Grounds, and Santa Ana Zoo. Other places worth a visit include Spa Gregorie's Day Spa & Salon and Tijeras Creek Golf Club.
What's the weather like in Rancho Santa Margarita?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Rancho Santa Margarita to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 72°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 57°F. Average annual precipitation for Rancho Santa Margarita is 11 inches.
What are my options for getting around Rancho Santa Margarita when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Rancho Santa Margarita to help you navigate your stay: Fly into John Wayne Airport (SNA), which is located 14.9 mi (24 km) from the city center. You can also search for flights into Fullerton, CA (FUL-Fullerton Municipal), which is 27.3 mi (43.9 km) away. If you'd like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

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