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Our top choices for Santa Ana family-friendly hotels

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.
A modern bathroom with a glass shower, white sink, and a large mirror.
A coffee station with two espresso machines, a coffee grinder, and various coffee-related items.
A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a blue sofa, a colorful striped rug, and a large window with curtains.

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG
Lyon Street
AED 430
AED 486 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG
A multi-story hotel with outdoor seating areas featuring wicker furniture and a central fire feature.
A hotel entrance with a prominent sign, palm trees, and a parking lot.
A modern lounge area with a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, and comfortable seating.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

2. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Orange County Airport

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Orange County Airport
Santa Ana
AED 330
AED 373 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Orange County Airport
A hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large window offering a view of the outside.
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, shaded by large umbrellas, and surrounded by palm trees and a hedge.
A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a covered grill.
A modern lobby with a stone wall, a flat-screen TV, and comfortable seating.

3. Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North

Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North
Santa Ana
AED 400
AED 452 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North
A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, and a shower.
A hotel room with a desk, a television, a lamp, a chair, and a minibar.
A pier with a red-roofed building, extending into the ocean with waves crashing against it.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a TV, and a window with a view of trees.

4. Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG

Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG
Santa Ana
AED 404
AED 457 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a central fire pit, and a pool in the background.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a reception desk, and seating areas.
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a fire pit, surrounded by a fence and overlooking a multi-story building.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a sofa, and a mirror.

5. Comfort Inn & Suites Orange County John Wayne Airport

Comfort Inn & Suites Orange County John Wayne Airport
Santa Ana
  • Family fun with outdoor pool, splash-worthy activities, and thoughtful amenities near Orange County hotspots.
AED 339
AED 384 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Comfort Inn & Suites Orange County John Wayne Airport
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel entrance with a covered walkway, palm trees, and a flower bed.
A modern bar area with a curved counter, multiple seating options, and a variety of liquor bottles and glasses.
A cozy outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a central fire feature.
A television displaying a Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a view of the building's exterior.

6. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Ana Orange County

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Ana Orange County
Santa Ana
AED 426
AED 483 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Ana Orange County
A bathroom with a granite countertop, a sink, a toilet, a mirror, and a framed picture on the wall.
A banquet hall with round tables, white tablecloths, and silver chairs.
A hotel room with a large flat-screen TV on a granite countertop, a wooden desk with a chair, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.
A modern building with a large mural, a rooftop pool, and a view of a busy street and other buildings.

7. Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton

Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton
Santa Ana
AED 465
AED 526 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton
A stone fire pit surrounded by palm trees and chairs in an outdoor seating area.
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a vanity with a mirror, and a view of a balcony with flowers.
A gift shop with a Pepsi refrigerator, shelves with various items, and a glass display case with knick-knacks.
A panoramic view of a hotel room with a living area, bedroom, and kitchenette.

8. MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels
Santa Ana
  • Family fun with free amenities—explore sunny beaches from this kid-friendly hotel.
AED 340
AED 385 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels
A modern living area with a sectional sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a kitchen area with a refrigerator and shelves.
A modern gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a flat-screen TV.
A modern dining area with a long table, white chairs, and hanging pendant lights.
A hotel room with a desk, two chairs, a sofa, a TV, a window with curtains, and a view of trees.

9. City Express by Marriott Santa Ana/Orange County Airport

City Express by Marriott Santa Ana/Orange County Airport
Santa Ana
AED 404
AED 457 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
City Express by Marriott Santa Ana/Orange County Airport
A view of a water feature surrounded by greenery and modern buildings.
A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a coffee machine, and a small table with a white mug and coffee pods.
A man standing next to a car in a parking garage.
Bathroom

10. voco Orange County - Airport by IHG

voco Orange County - Airport by IHG
Santa Ana
AED 433
AED 491 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
voco Orange County - Airport by IHG
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Santa Ana

Breakfast included
Pool
4 stars
5 stars
All-inclusive

Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Santa Ana

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.
A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a blue sofa, a colorful striped rug, and a large window with curtains.
A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and free weights.
A coffee station with two espresso machines, a coffee grinder, and various coffee-related items.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG
Lyon Street
AED 430
AED 486 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG
A modern bar area with a wooden counter, orange bar stools, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A hotel entrance with a prominent sign, palm trees, and a parking lot.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.
A multi-story hotel with outdoor seating areas featuring wicker furniture and a central fire feature.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Orange County Airport

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Orange County Airport
Santa Ana
AED 330
AED 373 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Orange County Airport
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a TV, and a window with a view of trees.
A conference room with rows of chairs, a patterned carpet, and a large chandelier.
A pier with a red-roofed building, extending into the ocean with waves crashing against it.
A gym with treadmills, stationary bikes, and exercise equipment.

Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG

Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG
Santa Ana
AED 404
AED 457 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a central fire pit, and a pool in the background.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a reception desk, and seating areas.
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a fire pit, surrounded by a fence and overlooking a multi-story building.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a sofa, and a mirror.

Comfort Inn & Suites Orange County John Wayne Airport

Comfort Inn & Suites Orange County John Wayne Airport
Santa Ana
AED 339
AED 384 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Comfort Inn & Suites Orange County John Wayne Airport
A hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large window offering a view of the outside.
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, shaded by large umbrellas, and surrounded by palm trees and a hedge.
A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a covered grill.
A modern lobby with a stone wall, a flat-screen TV, and comfortable seating.

Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North

Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North
Santa Ana
AED 400
AED 452 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North
A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a desk with a lamp, and a view of buildings through a window.
A modern building with a large mural, a rooftop pool, and a view of a busy street and other buildings.
A hotel with a red and white facade, multiple windows, and a sign reading 'Hotel Zessa.'
Ballroom

Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton

Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton
Santa Ana
AED 465
AED 526 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton
A stone fire pit surrounded by palm trees and chairs in an outdoor seating area.
A panoramic view of a hotel room with a living area, bedroom, and kitchenette.
A modern hotel room with a sofa, armchair, ottoman, kitchenette, and a television.
A gift shop with a Pepsi refrigerator, shelves with various items, and a glass display case with knick-knacks.

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels
Santa Ana
AED 340
AED 385 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels
A modern living area with a sectional sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a kitchen area with a refrigerator and shelves.
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a wardrobe, and a large window with a view of buildings.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a TV. There are large windows with curtains, a plant, and a desk with a chair.
A modern gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a flat-screen TV.

City Express by Marriott Santa Ana/Orange County Airport

City Express by Marriott Santa Ana/Orange County Airport
Santa Ana
AED 404
AED 457 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
City Express by Marriott Santa Ana/Orange County Airport
A multi-level hotel atrium with a central courtyard, multiple balconies, and indoor seating areas.
A spacious lobby with a grey sectional sofa set, two round coffee tables, and a patterned carpet.
A modern office space with two desks, each with a computer and keyboard, and a large decorative vase.
An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a stone floor.

Embassy Suites by Hilton Santa Ana Orange County Airport

Embassy Suites by Hilton Santa Ana Orange County Airport
Santa Ana
AED 434
AED 491 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Embassy Suites by Hilton Santa Ana Orange County Airport
A view of a water feature surrounded by greenery and modern buildings.
A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a coffee machine, and a small table with a white mug and coffee pods.
A man standing next to a car in a parking garage.
A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, and artwork on the walls.

voco Orange County - Airport by IHG

voco Orange County - Airport by IHG
Santa Ana
AED 433
AED 491 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
voco Orange County - Airport by IHG
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Family-friendly hotels with pools in Santa Ana

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.
A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a blue sofa, a colorful striped rug, and a large window with curtains.
A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and free weights.
A coffee station with two espresso machines, a coffee grinder, and various coffee-related items.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG
Lyon Street
AED 430
AED 486 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG
A modern bar area with a wooden counter, orange bar stools, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A hotel entrance with a prominent sign, palm trees, and a parking lot.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.
A multi-story hotel with outdoor seating areas featuring wicker furniture and a central fire feature.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Orange County Airport

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Orange County Airport
Santa Ana
AED 330
AED 373 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Orange County Airport
A hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large window offering a view of the outside.
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, shaded by large umbrellas, and surrounded by palm trees and a hedge.
A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a covered grill.
A modern lobby with a stone wall, a flat-screen TV, and comfortable seating.

Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North

Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North
Santa Ana
AED 400
AED 452 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a TV, and a window with a view of trees.
A conference room with rows of chairs, a patterned carpet, and a large chandelier.
A pier with a red-roofed building, extending into the ocean with waves crashing against it.
A gym with treadmills, stationary bikes, and exercise equipment.

Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG

Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG
Santa Ana
AED 404
AED 457 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a central fire pit, and a pool in the background.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a reception desk, and seating areas.
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a fire pit, surrounded by a fence and overlooking a multi-story building.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a sofa, and a mirror.

Comfort Inn & Suites Orange County John Wayne Airport

Comfort Inn & Suites Orange County John Wayne Airport
Santa Ana
AED 339
AED 384 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Comfort Inn & Suites Orange County John Wayne Airport
A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a desk with a lamp, and a view of buildings through a window.
A modern building with a large mural, a rooftop pool, and a view of a busy street and other buildings.
A hotel with a red and white facade, multiple windows, and a sign reading 'Hotel Zessa.'
Ballroom

Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton

Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton
Santa Ana
AED 465
AED 526 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton
A stone fire pit surrounded by palm trees and chairs in an outdoor seating area.
A panoramic view of a hotel room with a living area, bedroom, and kitchenette.
A modern hotel room with a sofa, armchair, ottoman, kitchenette, and a television.
A gift shop with a Pepsi refrigerator, shelves with various items, and a glass display case with knick-knacks.

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels
Santa Ana
AED 340
AED 385 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels
A modern hotel with a pool, palm trees, and a parking area.
A cozy outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a central fire feature.
A television displaying a Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a view of the building's exterior.
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel entrance with a covered walkway, palm trees, and a flower bed.

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Ana Orange County

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Ana Orange County
Santa Ana
AED 426
AED 483 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Ana Orange County
A view of a water feature surrounded by greenery and modern buildings.
A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a coffee machine, and a small table with a white mug and coffee pods.
A man standing next to a car in a parking garage.
A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, and artwork on the walls.

voco Orange County - Airport by IHG

voco Orange County - Airport by IHG
Santa Ana
AED 433
AED 491 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
voco Orange County - Airport by IHG
An outdoor seating area with a circular fire pit surrounded by wicker furniture and a stone fire table.
A refrigerated display case with various beverages and snacks, a sign reading "the market", and a wooden wall with the word "market" in illuminated letters.
A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace.
A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a Marriott sign, and well-maintained landscaping.

Courtyard by Marriott Costa Mesa South Coast Metro

Courtyard by Marriott Costa Mesa South Coast Metro
Santa Ana
AED 520
AED 590 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Courtyard by Marriott Costa Mesa South Coast Metro
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Top Santa Ana Hotel Reviews

The Queen Mary

The Queen Mary

8/10 Good
"The breakfast buffet was very good. The reception staff could have been a little more helpful."
Lorraine 4-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
The Queen Mary
Grand Legacy At the Park

Grand Legacy At the Park

8/10 Good
"Amazing location! 5 minute walk to the parks! Hotel was spacious and clean. Pool and hot tub were disappointing and food options only available after 5pm, but besides that would definitely stay again!"
Kristi 3-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Grand Legacy At the Park
Hotel Lulu, BW Premier Collection

Hotel Lulu, BW Premier Collection

8/10 Good
"Not sure if it was just my room or the time I tried taking a shower. But, even with the water running for 10 minutes, it never got hot or even warm. That’s my only complaint. Everything else the hotel was very nice and prime location close to Disney."
Sean 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Hotel Lulu, BW Premier Collection
Desert Palms Hotel & Suites

Desert Palms Hotel & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Incredible FREE breakfast, great pool, well appointed rooms, excellent water pressure in showers, easy access to the parks. Slightly hard mattresses but not as bad as others. Would highly recommend and would stay again"
Megan 3-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Desert Palms Hotel & Suites
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Anaheim by IHG

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Anaheim by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"I love it being near Disney"
wayne 6-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Anaheim by IHG
The Maya

The Maya

8/10 Good
"Beautiful property, only reason it didn’t get 5 stars is because the bed wasn’t attached to the headboard. When we sat to watch tv and unwind from our day the bed started sliding away from us. Would 100% book again though."
Shannon 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
The Maya
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

8/10 Good
"The only thing is that the room was super far from check in. Other then that everything was great. Next time I will ask for a closer room."
Anthony 1-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
Clarion Hotel Anaheim Resort

Clarion Hotel Anaheim Resort

8/10 Good
"Check in and check out extremely slow."
Kathy 5-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Clarion Hotel Anaheim Resort
Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn

Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Love staying here! So close to the parks!"
Jose 4-night trip
Posted 23 hours ago
Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn

Frequently asked questions

What's Santa Ana like for family-friendly vacations?
If you've been thinking about a trip with your kids, the historic destination of Santa Ana is a good choice. The exciting theme parks, beaches, and excursions are just some of the things that make this the perfect spot for family trips. Arrange a flight into John Wayne Airport (SNA), which is the closest airport, or Fullerton, CA (FUL-Fullerton Municipal), which is located 10.8 mi (17.3 km) from the city center.
What's the best place to stay when traveling with kids to Santa Ana?
MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels is a hotel with an outdoor pool and free parking, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good options for your family trip include Embassy Suites by Hilton Santa Ana Orange County Airport and Comfort Inn & Suites Orange County John Wayne Airport.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in Santa Ana?
The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 74°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 58°F. Average annual precipitation for Santa Ana is 12 inches.
What's there to see and do with your family in Santa Ana?
While you and your family are vacationing in Santa Ana, you might want to visit some family-friendly attractions such as Santa Ana Zoo and The Observatory. Make sure you have plenty of time to take in activities in the area like Anaheim Convention Center, Disney California Adventure® Park, and Disneyland® Resort.
What's the best way for us to get around Santa Ana?
To see more of the larger area, hop aboard a train at Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center. Santa Ana might not have very many public transit options to choose from so consider renting a car to explore more.

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