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Our top choices for Central City hotels

A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance, palm trees, and a sign indicating it is a 'Best Western Plus' hotel.

1. Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North

Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North
2.5 star property
4.6 km from Central City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,953 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
United States
du
The price is AU$181
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North
A spacious interior with a wooden floor, a reception desk, a fireplace, and a dining area with natural light.

2. MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels
2.5 star property
4.7 km from Central City
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2,341 reviews)
"Solo travel. Excellent stay. Awesome staff throughout the property. Looking to stay again"
United States
Hector Miguel
The price is AU$147
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels
A large, multi-story hotel with a central dome structure, a spacious parking lot, and well-maintained landscaping.

3. Hotel Marguerite Anaheim/Garden Grove, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Hotel Marguerite Anaheim/Garden Grove, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
2.5 star property
4.3 km from Central City
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,607 reviews)
"Room was clean, well organized and good value for the price"
United States
Renee
The price is AU$194
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel Marguerite Anaheim/Garden Grove, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a dining space.

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

Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG
3.0 star property
4.8 km from Central City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,628 reviews)
"Clean room , Staff quite presentable and helpfull"
United States
Asghar
The price is AU$181
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG
A multi-story hotel with outdoor seating areas featuring wicker furniture and a central fire feature.

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

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Orange County Airport
3.0 star property
4.7 km from Central City
7.8 out of 10, Good, (2,161 reviews)
"Room was clean and breakfast was good and staff were very nice"
United States
Travis Lennox
The price is AU$150
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Orange County Airport
A modern bar area with a high ceiling, large windows, and a variety of plants and bottles on shelves.

6. Hotel Fera Anaheim, a DoubleTree by Hilton

Hotel Fera Anaheim, a DoubleTree by Hilton
4.0 star property
5.4 km from Central City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (4,894 reviews)
"Great stay ! Place was very nice"
United States
Wendy
The price is AU$187
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Hotel Fera Anaheim, a DoubleTree by Hilton
A bar with hanging plants, a mural, and shelves of bottles.

7. ALO Hotel by Ayres, Orange

ALO Hotel by Ayres, Orange
3.5 star property
5.5 km from Central City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,876 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Alfonso
The price is AU$186
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
ALO Hotel by Ayres, Orange
A hotel room with a blue carpet, a gray sofa, a dining area with a table and chairs, a kitchenette, a TV mounted on the wall, and a staircase with blue steps.

8. Orange Grove Inn

Orange Grove Inn
2.5 star property
7.2 km from Central City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,843 reviews)
"It was a great stay"
United States
Kristina
The price is AU$131
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Orange Grove Inn
A modern living room with a staircase, a sofa, and a small dining area.

9. Lemon Heights Inn

Lemon Heights Inn
2.5 star property
7.1 km from Central City
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,171 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Akeem
The price is AU$143
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Lemon Heights Inn
A multi-level atrium with indoor plants, seating areas, and a visible restaurant.

10. Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport

Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport
3.5 star property
7.2 km from Central City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,871 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Yajaira Isabel Vivar
The price is AU$204
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport
A sign for the Ayres Hotel with a prominent logo and the name of the hotel.

11. Ayres Hotel Anaheim

Ayres Hotel Anaheim
3.5 star property
7.4 km from Central City
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,430 reviews)
"Clean, great breakfast. Close to restaurants and Disney"
United States
Jill
The price is AU$207
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Ayres Hotel Anaheim
A hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, palm trees, and a large glass facade.

12. Hyatt Regency Orange County

Hyatt Regency Orange County
4.0 star property
6 km from Central City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (6,062 reviews)
"Great Hotel, highly recommend"
United States
Jacklyn
The price is AU$245
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Hyatt Regency Orange County
A hotel with a modern design, featuring a clear entrance, a covered parking area, and a sign indicating a clearance height of 13 feet.

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Irvine-Orange County Airport

Hampton Inn & Suites Irvine-Orange County Airport
3.0 star property
7.8 km from Central City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,075 reviews)
"Great location! Our stay was super comfortable."
United States
Winefred
The price is AU$216
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites Irvine-Orange County Airport
A spacious living area with modern furniture, a fireplace, and large windows.

14. Sonesta Select Huntington Beach Fountain Valley

Sonesta Select Huntington Beach Fountain Valley
3.0 star property
7 km from Central City
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,959 reviews)
"Always a nice place to stay, ty"
United States
Linda
The price is AU$144
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Sonesta Select Huntington Beach Fountain Valley
A restaurant interior with a high ceiling, hanging red pendant lights, a large mirror, and a seating area with a sofa and cushioned chairs.

15. Hotel Huntington Beach

Hotel Huntington Beach
3.0 star property
9.8 km from Central City
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (3,427 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
United States
Helen
The price is AU$143
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel Huntington Beach
A modern interior with a large glass wall, a dining area with a long table and chairs, a sofa set, and a staircase.

16. Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport
3.5 star property
7.4 km from Central City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,532 reviews)
"Amazing hotel"
United States
Rosalinda
The price is AU$240
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and decorative wall panels.

17. Ayres Hotel Orange

Ayres Hotel Orange
3.5 star property
5.5 km from Central City
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (3,196 reviews)
"Great Hotel to stay !"
United States
Vicente
The price is AU$218
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Ayres Hotel Orange
A modern reception area with a marble counter, a neon sign, and a seating area with a television screen.

18. Costa Mesa Inn

Costa Mesa Inn
3.0 star property
8.3 km from Central City
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,903 reviews)
"Super clean, great tv and comfy bed/pillows. Would stay here again!"
United States
Salvador
The price is AU$153
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Costa Mesa Inn
A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, palm trees, and outdoor seating.

19. Atrium Hotel at Orange County Airport

Atrium Hotel at Orange County Airport
3.0 star property
7.6 km from Central City
7.4 out of 10, Good, (2,564 reviews)
"Nice spot For a quick stay"
United States
brian
The price is AU$179
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Atrium Hotel at Orange County Airport
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, multiple seating areas, a reception desk, and artwork on the walls.

20. Delta Hotels by Marriott Anaheim Garden Grove

Delta Hotels by Marriott Anaheim Garden Grove
3.5 star property
5.8 km from Central City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,104 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Martha
The price is AU$227
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Delta Hotels by Marriott Anaheim Garden Grove
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Compare popular hotels in Central City

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a modern architectural design, featuring multiple balconies and a prominent entrance.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG
2.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,242 reviews
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A modern living room with a staircase, a sofa, and a small dining area.
Lemon Heights Inn
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,171 reviews
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A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and decorative wall panels.
Ayres Hotel Orange
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
3,196 reviews
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A hotel room with a blue carpet, a gray sofa, a dining area with a table and chairs, a kitchenette, a TV mounted on the wall, and a staircase with blue steps.
Orange Grove Inn
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
2,843 reviews
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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
2.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,953 reviews
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Our guide on where to stay in Central City

Find the best Central City areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A sprawling urban area with a prominent highway, surrounded by residential neighborhoods and distant mountains.

North Tustin

While North Tustin isn't home to many top sights, The Market Place and Irvine Regional Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

An aerial view of a city with a river, bridges, and a highway.

Riverview West

While Riverview West may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like David L. Baker Memorial Golf Center and Mile Square Regional Park.

A large dinosaur skeleton exhibit with a prominent skull in the foreground and a massive tail structure in the background.

Park Santiago

While visiting Park Santiago, you might make a stop by sights like Discovery Science Center and Santiago Park.

A blue and yellow parrot with a black beak and white face, perched on a branch.

Lyon Street

While Lyon Street isn't home to many top sights, Santa Ana Zoo and Cabrillo Tennis Center are some notable places to visit nearby.

A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings and a sunset sky.

Downtown Santa Ana

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Downtown Santa Ana and surrounding area, you can visit Old Orange County Courthouse and Yost Theater.

Top Central City Hotel Reviews

A modern living room with a staircase, a sofa, and a small dining area.
Lemon Heights Inn

Lemon Heights Inn

Lemon Heights Inn
Tustin

10/10 Excellent

The property is very accessible to multiple freeways and easy to get to a lot of places in Orange County in LA. It was very clean in the management was very professional.
Australia
John
Reviewed September 10, 2026
Lemon Heights Inn

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Central City like?

Travellers to Santa Ana's Central City neighbourhood will be sure to enjoy a stay here.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Central City, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals in Central City.

What are the top things to see and do in Central City?

A few places to visit in the area around Central City include Santora Arts Building, Old Orange County Courthouse and Dr. Willella Howe-Waffle House and Medical Museum. While you're out sightseeing, 4th Street Market and Yost Theater are a couple of additional sights to visit in Santa Ana.