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Laguna Beach · CA

Holiday Inn Express Newport Beach by IHG

★★★☆☆
Provider-supplied star rating (LiteAPI)
8.8/10 990 reviews
Holiday Inn Express

Best time to visit

July is historically the best month for Laguna Beach

July is when Laguna Beach is at its best — 99% of days are warm with over 6 hours of sun and rain falls on just 1% of days (n=248, ERA5 2018–2025). Median sunshine: 13.7h per day.

99% warm+sunny · 1% rain days · n=248

ERA5 reanalysis 2018–2025 — historical likelihood, not a forecast. Full almanac for Laguna Beach in July →

Laguna Beach by month — ERA5 8-year history. Warm+6h sun = days ≥72°F with >6h sunshine.
Month Warm+sun Rain days Avg high n
January 14% 18% 66°F 248
February 14% 23% 65°F 226
March 9% 34% 64°F 248
April 24% 12% 68°F 240
May 22% 12% 70°F 248
June 64% 4% 74°F 240
July 99% 1% 79°F 248
August 99% 2% 81°F 248
September 94% 6% 80°F 240
October 76% 8% 76°F 248
November 37% 11% 71°F 240
December 9% 19% 65°F 248

What guests say

Verbatim from provider sentiment analysis. We publish both sides — the cons are why the pros are believable.

Praised
  • Friendly staff
  • Good breakfast variety
  • Clean rooms
  • Great location
Criticised
  • Parking fees
  • Elevator issues
  • Ants in room
  • Mold under sink

Based on 990 guest reviews (provider-supplied sentiment, LiteAPI).

Facilities

50 amenities on record. Grouped by category — spa/pool/beach/golf lead.

Beach & Pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Swimming pool
Spa & Wellness
  • Fitness center
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
Kids & Family
  • Family rooms
Dining
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
  • Snack bar
Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Parking
  • Private parking
38 other amenities
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Air conditioning
  • Business center
  • Cashless payment available
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fax/photocopying
  • First aid kit available
  • Free WiFi
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Higher level toilet
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Minimarket on site
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Safety deposit box
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Sun terrace
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • WiFi available

Room types

10 room types on record from the provider. No price shown without a live quote.

  • Standard Room
    1× Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide), 2× Queen bed (151-180 cm wide) 26 sqm (280 sq ft) Up to 2 guests

    Bed type preference cannot be guaranteed as it will be allocated upon arrival based on availability.

  • King Room - Mobility Access/Hearing Accessible
    1× Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide) 30 sqm (323 sq ft) Up to 2 guests

    This air-conditioned hearing accessible room includes a flat-screen cable TV, a microwave and a refrigerator.

  • Standard Queen Room with Communications Accessible Roll-In Shower
    1× Queen bed (151-180 cm wide) 28 sqm (301 sq ft) Up to 2 guests

    The unit has 1 bed.

  • Double Room - Disability Access - Accessible Tub
    1× Queen bed (151-180 cm wide) 28 sqm (301 sq ft) Up to 2 guests

    The unit has 1 bed.

  • Standard Room with Two Queen Beds
    2× Queen bed (151-180 cm wide) 27 sqm (291 sq ft) Up to 4 guests

    Featuring cable TV, this room includes tea and coffee making facilities, a fridge and microwave.

  • King Suite - Communications and Mobility Accessible Tub
    1× Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide), 1× Sofa bed (Variable Size) 70 sqm (753 sq ft) Up to 4 guests

    This air-conditioned disability access suite includes a flat-screen cable TV, a microwave and a refrigerator.

  • Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Mobility)
    1× Queen Bed (150-160 cm wide) 26 m2 (280 sq ft) Up to 2 guests

    <p><strong>1 Queen Bed</strong></p><p>280 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV with premium channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, microwave, and coffee/tea maker</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - A down duvet and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathtub, a hair dryer, and towels</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, iron/ironing board, and desk; cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Accessible bathtub</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

  • Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Tub - Mobility/Communications Accessible
    2× Queen bed (151-180 cm wide) 27 sqm (291 sq ft) Up to 4 guests

    This air-conditioned hearing accessible room includes a flat-screen cable TV, a microwave and a refrigerator.

  • Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Mobility)
    1× King bed (151-180 cm wide) 36 m2 (388 sq ft) Up to 4 guests

    <p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>388 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV with premium channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, microwave, and coffee/tea maker</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - A down duvet and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, bathtub, a hair dryer, and towels</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, iron/ironing board, and desk; cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Portable bathtub seat</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

  • Standard King Room
    1× Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide) 30 sqm (323 sq ft) Up to 2 guests

    Features a 37-inch flat-screen TV.

Nearby

  • Newport Harbor (harbor, boat tours & waterfront)
    Landmark
    0.4 mi
  • Balboa Island (village & waterfront)
    District
    0.6 mi
  • Balboa Fun Zone
    Entertainment
    0.7 mi
  • Balboa Pier
    Landmark
    0.8 mi
  • Fashion Island (outdoor shopping center)
    Shopping
    2.4 mi
  • Crystal Cove State Park
    Park
    4.3 mi
  • The Wedge (famous surf/shore break)
    Beach
    0.4 mi
  • Lido Marina Village (shopping & dining)
    Shopping
    1.2 mi
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA)
    Airport
    5.9 mi
  • Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center (Amtrak/Metrolink)
    Train Station
    10.3 mi

About the property

Convenient Location near Newport Beach Harbor
Located just across the street from Newport Beach Harbor, this Newport Beach, California hotel offers a prime spot for guests to enjoy the coastal beauty. Explore the nearby Newport Beach Pier or take a ferry to picturesque Catalina Island from Balboa Pier.

Comfortable Rooms with Modern Amenities
Each room is thoughtfully equipped with a flat-screen TV, coffee and tea maker, microwave, and mini refrigerator for your convenience. Additionally, ironing facilities and a hairdryer are available to ensure a comfortable stay.

Relaxing Outdoor Pool and Fitness Centre
Guests can start their day with a complimentary breakfast before unwinding by the outdoor pool or hot tub. Stay active at the on-site fitness centre or simply enjoy free wireless internet access and weekday newspapers.

Experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at our Newport Beach hotel. Book now to secure your stay!

Description from provider (LiteAPI). Not generated or paraphrased.

Stay details

Check-out
12:00 PM
Pets
Not permitted
Children
Welcome
Parking
PAID

Weather in Laguna Beach

7-day run 7–13 Nov, zero rain · 5 clear, rain on 5 of 16 forecast days (72h)

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Property data from LiteAPI, including photos, facilities, rooms, policies and sentiment analysis. Star rating is provider-supplied. Guest rating shown only when a review count is available — never invented. No price is shown without a live quote. No awards are claimed that are not in the provider record. Weather data from ERA5 reanalysis (Open-Meteo); almanac figures are 8-year historical likelihoods, not forecasts. All model logic is on our methodology page.