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1. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Irvine Lake Forest

Lake Forest

Nazanin

₩186,042

₩205,008 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

2. Comfort Inn & Suites Irvine Spectrum

Lake Forest

Elijah James

₩157,781

₩173,559 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

3. Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine Spectrum/Lake Forest

Lake Forest

Susi

₩173,251

₩190,915 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

4. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG

Lake Forest

PATRICK

₩167,324

₩184,383 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

5. Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

Lake Forest

Dudley

₩183,554

₩202,268 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

6. Ayres Hotel & Spa Mission Viejo – Lake Forest

Mission Viejo

John

₩139,106

₩150,507 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony, Pool View (Balcony) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

7. Courtyard by Marriott Foothill Ranch Irvine East/Lake Forest

Foothill Ranch

Linda

₩177,250

₩195,613 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

8. Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine East - Lake Forest

Foothill Ranch

Jose

₩165,126

₩182,386 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

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Top Lake Forest Hotel Reviews

Sonesta Anaheim Resort Area

10/10 Excellent

"Clean property, friendly staff, and reasonable rates. The pool is back in service and is available to use for guest. Unfortunately, I did not get the opportunity to use it during my stay. I will definitely"

Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Best hotel I've stayed in when we plan a visit to Disneyland. Very affordable and convenient with free transportation from the hotel to Disneyland."

Grand Legacy At the Park

10/10 Excellent

"Good!"

Hotel Lulu, BW Premier Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, friendly staff, nice pool, easy walk to Disney!"

Hyatt Regency Orange County

10/10 Excellent

"Perfection"

Hilton Anaheim

8/10 Good

"Good everything !!!"

Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and helpful frontdesk"

Anaheim Marriott Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I've stayed at this property several times over the years and the upgrade to the elevators was necessary. It's much easier to enter your floor and go to the elevator that will get you there, it does need an increased delay so the elevator doors don't close to early. The best experience I've had was with staff. From the concierge staff to the front desk staff, everyone was friendly and helpful beyond my expectations. Great experience even though there was a lot of construction going on towards the meeting rooms."

Sheraton Park Hotel at the Anaheim Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Ok"

Frequently asked questions

What is Lake Forest like for travelers on a budget?

Check out cheap places to stay in Lake Forest on Expedia.com and book a getaway that stays within your budget. Lake Forest is a destination that travelers visit for its fantastic dining options and forests. You can scroll through a variety of hotels and other types of accommodation with Member Prices to find the best deal for you. Guided by our site's handy page filters, you can limit results by price per night, or by amenities that customers often look for like free parking and free WiFi. Or, try refining your search with the location filters to see affordable options around local attractions, such as Arden-Modjeska Historic Site or Serrano Creek Community Park. While you browse, use the heart button to save your favorites so that it's easy to find them when you're ready to decide. Need a car or a flight too? Take a look at the Bundle and Save travel packages and discover big savings when you arrange your transportation at the same time.

When is the best time for a budget trip to Lake Forest?

Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to Lake Forest, and keep in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 73°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 56°F. Average annual precipitation for Lake Forest is 14 inches.

What is there to see and do in Lake Forest?

Lake Forest draws tourists with its fantastic dining options and forests, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the popular local attractions that are highest on your list, such as Irvine Spectrum Center and Angel Stadium of Anaheim, and choose other low-cost activities to fill your itinerary. Take in the local culture at Arden-Modjeska Historic Site and Festival of Arts and Pageant of the Masters, or enjoy the area's natural beauty at Heritage Hill Historic Park.

How can I get to Lake Forest and get around on a budget?

Checking out these ways to get around Lake Forest can help keep you on budget. The nearest airport is 10.1 mi (16.3 km) away from the center in John Wayne Airport (SNA). If that doesn't suit your budget, you can book a flight to Fullerton, CA (FUL-Fullerton Municipal), located 22.7 mi (36.6 km) away. Lake Forest may not have many public transportation choices so a car rental could be a reasonable alternative to explore the area.

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1. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Irvine Lake Forest

2. Comfort Inn & Suites Irvine Spectrum

3. Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine Spectrum/Lake Forest

4. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG

5. Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

6. Ayres Hotel & Spa Mission Viejo – Lake Forest

7. Courtyard by Marriott Foothill Ranch Irvine East/Lake Forest

8. Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine East - Lake Forest

9. Sonesta Select Laguna Hills Irvine Spectrum

10. Best Western Plus Irvine Spectrum Hotel

Top Lake Forest Hotel Reviews

Sonesta Anaheim Resort Area

Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel

Grand Legacy At the Park

Hotel Lulu, BW Premier Collection

Hyatt Regency Orange County

Hilton Anaheim

Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn

Anaheim Marriott Hotel

Sheraton Park Hotel at the Anaheim Resort

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Our top choices for Lake Forest cheap hotels

1. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Irvine Lake Forest

2. Comfort Inn & Suites Irvine Spectrum

3. Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine Spectrum/Lake Forest

4. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lake Forest by IHG

5. Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

6. Ayres Hotel & Spa Mission Viejo – Lake Forest

7. Courtyard by Marriott Foothill Ranch Irvine East/Lake Forest

8. Hampton Inn by Hilton Irvine East - Lake Forest

9. Sonesta Select Laguna Hills Irvine Spectrum

10. Best Western Plus Irvine Spectrum Hotel

Top Lake Forest Hotel Reviews

Sonesta Anaheim Resort Area

Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel

Grand Legacy At the Park

Hotel Lulu, BW Premier Collection

Hyatt Regency Orange County

Hilton Anaheim

Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn

Anaheim Marriott Hotel

Sheraton Park Hotel at the Anaheim Resort

Frequently asked questions

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