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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 breakfast buffet with a variety of food items, including pastries and cereal boxes, and a sign indicating the availability of cinnamon sweet rolls.
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
₩156,897
₩177,599 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG
A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, and a shower.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a TV, and a window with a view of trees.
A gym with treadmills, stationary bikes, and exercise equipment.
A hotel room with a desk, a television, a lamp, a chair, and a minibar.

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

Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG
Santa Ana
₩163,803
₩185,418 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG
A hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large window offering a view of the outside.
A modern lobby with a stone wall, a flat-screen TV, and comfortable seating.
A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a covered grill.
A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance, palm trees, and a sign indicating it is a 'Best Western Plus' hotel.

3. Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North

Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North
Santa Ana
₩146,021
₩165,004 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North
A multi-story hotel with outdoor seating areas featuring wicker furniture and a central fire feature.
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.

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

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Orange County Airport
Santa Ana
₩119,188
₩134,683 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Orange County Airport
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 hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a sofa, and a mirror.
A hotel with a covered entrance, stone facade, and multiple balconies.

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.
₩123,788
₩140,121 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Comfort Inn & Suites Orange County John Wayne Airport
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 spacious interior with a wooden floor, a reception desk, a fireplace, and a dining area with natural light.
A panoramic view of a hotel room with a living area, bedroom, and kitchenette.

6. 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.
₩124,244
₩140,638 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels
A bathroom with a granite countertop, a sink, a toilet, a mirror, and a framed picture on the wall.
A hotel with a red and white facade, multiple floors, and a clear sky.
A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a desk with a lamp, and a view of buildings through a window.
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.

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

Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton
Santa Ana
₩181,236
₩204,797 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton
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.

8. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Ana Orange County

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Ana Orange County
Santa Ana
₩161,725
₩183,064 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Ana Orange County
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 building with a prominent blue and white facade, featuring the name 'VOCO BY IHG' on the side.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a view of a swimming pool and buildings.

9. voco Orange County - Airport by IHG

voco Orange County - Airport by IHG
Santa Ana
₩152,874
₩173,046 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
voco Orange County - Airport by IHG
A modern living area with a sectional sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a kitchen area with a refrigerator and shelves.
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.
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a wardrobe, and a large window with a view of buildings.

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

City Express by Marriott Santa Ana/Orange County Airport
Santa Ana
₩147,510
₩166,974 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
City Express by Marriott Santa Ana/Orange County Airport
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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 poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a clear blue pool, and palm trees in the background.
A breakfast buffet with a variety of food items, including pastries and cereal boxes, and a sign indicating the availability of cinnamon sweet rolls.
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
₩156,897
₩177,599 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
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 modern lounge area with a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, and comfortable seating.
A hotel entrance with a prominent sign, palm trees, and a parking lot.
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
₩119,188
₩134,683 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Orange County Airport
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 hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a sofa, and a mirror.
A Comfort Inn & Suites with a stone facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

Comfort Inn & Suites Orange County John Wayne Airport

Comfort Inn & Suites Orange County John Wayne Airport
Santa Ana
₩123,788
₩140,121 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Comfort Inn & Suites Orange County John Wayne Airport
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 spacious interior with a wooden floor, a reception desk, a fireplace, and a dining area with natural light.
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
₩124,244
₩140,638 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels
A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a desk with a lamp, and a view of buildings through a window.
Fitness facility
A banquet hall with round tables, white tablecloths, and silver chairs.
A bar area with a long counter, green chairs, and a television mounted on the wall.

Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton

Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton
Santa Ana
₩181,236
₩204,797 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton
A hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large window offering a view of the outside.
A modern lobby with a stone wall, a flat-screen TV, and comfortable seating.
A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a covered grill.
A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance, palm trees, and a sign indicating it is a 'Best Western Plus' hotel.

Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North

Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North
Santa Ana
₩146,021
₩165,004 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North
A modern living area with a sectional sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a kitchen area with a refrigerator and shelves.
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.
A modern dining area with a long table, white chairs, and hanging pendant lights.

City Express by Marriott Santa Ana/Orange County Airport

City Express by Marriott Santa Ana/Orange County Airport
Santa Ana
₩147,510
₩166,974 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
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.
An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a stone floor.
A multi-level hotel lobby with a central water feature, seating areas, and balconies.

Embassy Suites by Hilton Santa Ana Orange County Airport

Embassy Suites by Hilton Santa Ana Orange County Airport
Santa Ana
₩158,439
₩179,346 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Embassy Suites by Hilton Santa Ana 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 gym with treadmills, stationary bikes, and exercise equipment.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a lifeguard tower, and palm trees in the background.
A conference room with rows of chairs, a patterned carpet, and a large chandelier.

Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG

Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG
Santa Ana
₩163,803
₩185,418 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG
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 hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a desk with a lamp, a bed, and a minibar.
A conference room with a long table, chairs, a projector screen, and a speaker.

voco Orange County - Airport by IHG

voco Orange County - Airport by IHG
Santa Ana
₩152,874
₩173,046 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
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 poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a clear blue pool, and palm trees in the background.
A breakfast buffet with a variety of food items, including pastries and cereal boxes, and a sign indicating the availability of cinnamon sweet rolls.
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
₩156,897
₩177,599 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
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 modern lounge area with a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, and comfortable seating.
A hotel entrance with a prominent sign, palm trees, and a parking lot.
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
₩119,188
₩134,683 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Orange County Airport
A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a desk with a lamp, and a view of buildings through a window.
Fitness facility
A banquet hall with round tables, white tablecloths, and silver chairs.
A bar area with a long counter, green chairs, and a television mounted on the wall.

Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton

Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton
Santa Ana
₩181,236
₩204,797 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
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 spacious interior with a wooden floor, a reception desk, a fireplace, and a dining area with natural light.
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
₩124,244
₩140,638 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels
A hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large window offering a view of the outside.
A modern lobby with a stone wall, a flat-screen TV, and comfortable seating.
A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a covered grill.
A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance, palm trees, and a sign indicating it is a 'Best Western Plus' hotel.

Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North

Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North
Santa Ana
₩146,021
₩165,004 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North
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 hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a sofa, and a mirror.
A Comfort Inn & Suites with a stone facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

Comfort Inn & Suites Orange County John Wayne Airport

Comfort Inn & Suites Orange County John Wayne Airport
Santa Ana
₩123,788
₩140,121 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Comfort Inn & Suites Orange County John Wayne Airport
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
₩161,725
₩183,064 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Ana Orange County
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 hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a desk with a lamp, a bed, and a minibar.
A conference room with a long table, chairs, a projector screen, and a speaker.

voco Orange County - Airport by IHG

voco Orange County - Airport by IHG
Santa Ana
₩152,874
₩173,046 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
voco Orange County - Airport by IHG
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a TV, and a window with a view of trees.
A gym with treadmills, stationary bikes, and exercise equipment.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a lifeguard tower, and palm trees in the background.
A conference room with rows of chairs, a patterned carpet, and a large chandelier.

Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG

Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG
Santa Ana
₩163,803
₩185,418 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG
An outdoor seating area with a circular fire pit surrounded by wicker furniture and a stone fire table.
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.
A modern bar area with high stools, a counter, and a wine display.

Courtyard by Marriott Costa Mesa South Coast Metro

Courtyard by Marriott Costa Mesa South Coast Metro
Santa Ana
₩189,819
₩215,472 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Courtyard by Marriott Costa Mesa South Coast Metro
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Top Santa Ana Hotel Reviews

Hilton Anaheim

Hilton Anaheim

10/10 Excellent
"The stay was great. The staff was so nice. Only thing wish the ac was little more quiet."
Yessica 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Hilton Anaheim
MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

8/10 Good
"Hotel was very clean and cute inside. Staff needs some training on greeting customers and making guests feel welcomed. Young lady up front barely cracked a smile and provided minimal direction on anything. Sounded like she was a robot or reading a prompt. Not the friendliest."
Maxxine 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels
Clarion Hotel Anaheim Resort

Clarion Hotel Anaheim Resort

10/10 Excellent
"The happy hour lounge is great!!! Food margaritas are so delicious. Check out the menu club sandwich was to die for and pizza."
Sandra 5-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Clarion Hotel Anaheim Resort
Hotel Fera Anaheim, a DoubleTree by Hilton

Hotel Fera Anaheim, a DoubleTree by Hilton

10/10 Excellent
"Just what we needed the room was clean, got a good nights rest"
Robin 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Hotel Fera Anaheim, a DoubleTree by Hilton
Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

8/10 Good
"I was attending a conference. I needed my shirt and slacks ironed. I called three times. They never showed up! I left for my conference with wrinkled clothes!"
Ernesto 2-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

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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