I continue to be amazed how 'standard packages' like Residence Inn, can be delivered with such variable results. This one would rate about 7 on a Residence Inn scale of 1-10
This, our first time at this property, is probably about the 30th different Residence Inn that we have stayed at in 25 years or so and we have seen everything from disappointing to perfect.
The building itself is a City-Centre style location on 7 or 8 floors, with a patio at the back and a main road frontage. The suites are well fitted out, comfortable and in as-new condition. King -size bed, exceptionally comfortable. Room very quiet. Our disappointment was on 2 days of a 4 day stay when the breakfast organisation was a shambles. They were unable, in a 60 minute period, to have all breakfast items available simultaneously. If eggs were available, sausages were not and if both came together there was no bread and so on. We never could get the toaster to work - 4 tries and still untoasted. 'Happy Hour' is only Mon-Weds so we missed it staying Thurs-Sun.
One day breakfast finally came together exactly at closing time with the rope put across on schedule and all the fresh food untouchable! Maybe the staff had their breakfast then ?
Nice front desk staff and courteous, competent housekeeping but Oh That Kitchen!
We will probably go back next year but hope to see improvements.

I stay at many Residence Inns, they tend to my favorite Hotel properties. This location is in a great location and very appealing. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay! This property is 8 stories tall with windows that open slightly. Ahh! Fresh air. The room is the standard "newer" residence inn studio setting. Very comfortable and familiar.The bed is supposed to be a queen, but I swear it felt like a king bed. Very comfortable as well. The kitchen was well stocked and clean. Housekeeping is on the ball.
Valentine Day occurred during my stay and I arrived back to my room to find a cute bag with Valentine decorations and two delicious chocolate chip cookies inside. The entire Hotel enjoyed an extra treat. Thank you!
The breakfast area was well stocked and offered a nice variety. It was a step up from other Residence Inn's for its selection.
The gym is small, but I got a cardio workout in and it was fine. Plenty of clean towels and wipes as well. Many places to walk to for some good food as well.
As a State of California worker I have to sometimes search hard for government rates. Thanks RI, for at least honoring the federal rate!
I will return when I am in the area.

Stayed last month for a work related training.

I usually stay at the Courtyard right across the street, but I like this one better it seems newer and it still walking distance to the Irvine Market to get my usual wine and beer.

It was very convenient and more affordable to get my beer and wine from the Irvine Market liquor store (2540 Main St) that was walking distance from the hotel. I bought a cupcake merlot wine for $8.49 and a 6 pack of shocktop beer for $8.99 (twist top). So compare those prices to the wines and beers at the hotel.

Very clean hotel, can't complain. Walkable eateries right next door or next to the Irvine Market as well.

This location has been our regular home away from home whenever we go back to Irvine for the last 3-4 visits and we have never been disappointed. The small kitchenette is just very useful for all of us and it is really value for money. Kids can catch up on their summer homework while we are cooking. Ample parking, daily breakfasts and evening gathering activities. The laundry room is definitely a boon for those of us with long stays and strongly recommended.