Downtown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Mission San Juan Capistrano
Today, this former small religious and agricultural community is one of Orange County’s most popular cultural destinations.
The Ecology Center
Explore the campus of The Ecology Center during your visit to San Juan Capistrano. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
The Sea Caves
Explore the great outdoors at The Sea Caves and enjoy the beautiful sunsets during your trip to San Juan Capistrano. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Historic Town Center Park
After visiting Historic Town Center Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Juan Capistrano.
Regency Theatres San Juan Capistrano
You can take time to visit Regency Theatres San Juan Capistrano during your travels to San Juan Capistrano.
Rancho Capistrano Winery
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Rancho Capistrano Winery during your travels to San Juan Capistrano.
Activities
Dana Point Dolphin & Whale Watching With Underwater Viewing
NZ$162
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dolphin & Whale Watching Eco-Safari with Underwater Viewing
NZ$171
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
High Speed Zodiac Whale Watching Safari from Dana Point
NZ$171
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
NZ$122
per adult
Small-Group Best Beaches in Orange County Day Tour
NZ$152
per adult
Whale-Watching and Orange County Beaches Tour from Anaheim
NZ$169
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Downtown Hotel Deals
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
325 Bristol Street Costa Mesa CA
The price is NZ$242 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
NZ$242
12 Apr - 13 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Costa Mesa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,151 reviews)
This was a cute hotel it had a comfortable setting and was quiet. It was definitely overpriced. I would have stayed longer. If it wasn’t the price that I had paid. Staff was nice. The parking was unreasonable at $25 a night per vehicle when we had three cars other than that it was a nice place.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG
2726 S Grand Ave Santa Ana CA
The price is NZ$258 per night from 4 Apr to 5 Apr
NZ$258
4 Apr - 5 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Ana. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,294 reviews)
More or less great place to stay except the front desk staff are way too busy to acknowledge or talk to you, all the time. And no water bottles in the rooms. I can’t imagine why not. Everything else was pretty good including the breakfast and room service. They could use some newer towels since the ...
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Laguna Hills Lodge
23932 Paseo De Valencia Laguna Hills CA
The price is NZ$196 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
NZ$196
1 Apr - 2 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Laguna Hills. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,988 reviews)
I want to give thanks to Tim the front desk always very helpful and very professional at all time on our stay weekly dt our travel for work. Also Kevin they both are greatly
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Hyatt Regency Irvine
17900 Jamboree Rd Irvine CA
The price is NZ$357 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
NZ$357
3 Apr - 4 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Irvine. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
It was such an amazing experience. The Staff were amazing! The pool was spectacular, the kids enjoyed it so much. It was a top tier experience that we booked another stay before we even checked out. A lot of nice restaurants nearby too.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport
2120 Main St Irvine CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$297 per night from 11 Apr to 12 Apr
NZ$297
11 Apr - 12 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Irvine. Enjoy free breakfast, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,566 reviews)
Bathroom needs to be renovated
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Santa Ana Orange County Airport
1325 East Dyer Road Santa Ana CA
The price is NZ$257 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
NZ$257
6 Apr - 7 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Ana. Enjoy free breakfast, a free airport shuttle and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
6.2/10 (1,944 reviews)
Breakfast menu was fresh. Front desk was very helpful. Room I was assigned to, Tv and phone did not work. When ask to move rooms there was no fuss! Balcony view ended up being in front of the building units. Housekeeping was attending every other day not every day.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown
Rancho Mission Viejo
While there might not be top attractions in Rancho Mission Viejo, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park and Mission San Juan Capistrano.