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The Hotel Hanford

3.5 of 5
3131 Bristol Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
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Ranked #2 of 23 hotels in Costa Mesa
4.5 of 5 stars 75 Reviews
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Alvitosmi
Biloxi, Mississippi
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews
9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 February 2012 NEW

This was a great hotel. Very close to the Santa Ana John Wayne Airport. The rooms were really clean! The bathroom was a perfect size, although when I got out of the shower everyday there was a huge puddle on the floor from the shower leaking. Great Rainhead Shower. If your room is facing the expressway, it can be a... More

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elvistoo
Fredericksburg, Virginia
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12 reviews
7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 February 2012
1
person found this review helpful

This used to be a HI, but wallpaper, paint, new furniture, new baths (incl. Grohe fixtures) and a spruced up outside hide it well. The rooms are big and well furnished, the small bathroom is a treat and the service at reception is immaculate. The rooms AC is from the 80s (70s?) and the noise from traffic on Bristol is... More

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Michelle Tolbert, Guest Relations Manager at The Hotel Hanford, responded to this review
6 February 2012

Thank you for taking the time to post this review. The experiences of our guests are important to us and we love hearing feedback. Your kind words on our remodel are appreciated and we’ll be sure to pass them on to Martha Burke who was responsible for the boutique experience you see today. We are glad to hear that you... More

travelbugphil
Manila, Philippines
2 reviews
2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2012

We had a great time at The Hanford. Rooms very big and so is the bathroom. Location was close to the mall. The hotel shuttle is also very convenient way to the airport. There are a few good restaurants within walking distance (Oki doki and anjin). The Mitsuwa market place is also within walking distance. If you need to heat... More

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Michelle Tolbert, Guest Relations Manager at The Hotel Hanford, responded to this review
1 February 2012

We appreciate the time you took to write this review, thank you! It’s such a treat to hear that you were able to take advantage of our central location and amenities. Perhaps the next time your travels bring you to the area you can check out our Valet Laundry Service to take care of all of your laundry needs. Again,... More

JaeTraveler
Seattle, Washington
Reviewer
5 reviews
3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

I had traveled quite frequently to the area for work in the past, and remember when this old Holiday Inn was being remodeled into what is now a sleek and modern hotel. What a fabulous job! The hotel entrance and lobby is grand and welcoming, and all the decor and furnishings are tastefully done and of great quality. I never... More

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Michelle Tolbert, Guest Relations Manager at The Hotel Hanford, responded to this review
23 January 2012

Thank you for taking the time to write this review, Jae. We love hearing that you enjoyed your stay as well as the hotel décor. Martha Burke did the decor remodel and we will be sure to pass along your kind words. Your feedback on the remaining aspects of your stay is appreciated and will be passed along to the... More

Ana B
Porter Ranch, California, United States
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews
6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

My husband and I stayed for 2 nights. (Dec 31 2011-Jan 2 2012) We had such a wonderful time there. The staff is polite and eager to help in any way, all except one of the bartenders. He was so rude we didn't even bother learning his name. Tho he did ruin my night the rest of our stay was... More

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Michelle Tolbert, Guest Relations Manager at The Hotel Hanford, responded to this review
9 January 2012

Ana, it was our pleasure to host you and your husband as you rang in the New Year. It's wonderful to hear that you enjoyed the hotel décor and were able to indulge in our bathrooms. We would like to apologize for your experience with one of our bartenders. If you remember his name or anything else you’d like to... More

Stephani P
Santa Fe, New Mexico
Senior Contributor
35 reviews
11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

We moved from the Hilton across the street mainly for the free parking, but were so pleased we did. The hotel itself is much nicer, with all the modern conveniences built in. We asked for a quiet room away from Bristol street as it can get quite noisy, and were well takencare of by Alex at the front desk. We... More

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Michelle Tolbert, Guest Relations Manager at The Hotel Hanford, responded to this review
9 January 2012

Stephani, thank you for making the switch to The Hotel Hanford. We are so pleased to hear that Alex was able to take care of you. Your compliments on the hotel’s décor as well as the review of your Savoy experience are appreciated and your kind words will be passed along to Anna. Please know we appreciated the time you... More

GoalieDad29
1 review
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 December 2011
1
person found this review helpful

We travel a ton for hockey. The Hanford is by far the nicest hotel we have ever stayed in! We are definitely going back! More

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MomFromTheOC
Orange County
Contributor
11 reviews
26 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 December 2011
1
person found this review helpful

I stayed for 3 nights and was very very pleased. Every staff member was friendly and genuinely intent on providing exceptional service. The room was quiet abd well appointed. The shower was amazing. Room service was food quality was adequate esp. since it was well-priced for a hotel where the prices are usually exorbadent. Free parking is a HUGE perk.... More

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Michelle Tolbert, Guest Relations Manager at The Hotel Hanford, responded to this review
29 December 2011

It’s great to hear you had such a fantastic stay at The Hotel Hanford and were able to enjoy all our amenities like that of our free parking and dining services. We actually just recently rolled out a new menu produced by our Executive Chef, Chef David Fune. There has been such great feedback, so we are excited to hear... More

SLMcKee
Pasadena, California
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews
6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 December 2011
2
people found this review helpful

I recently stayed at the Hotel Hanford using my Living Social Coupon I purchased at the beginning of the year. The rooms were clean however we had complain about our first room. It completely wreaked of cigarettes but Brian, front desk clerk, changed my room immediately. For a remodeled Holiday Inn, this was a nicely renovated hotel. I loved the... More

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Michelle Tolbert, Guest Relations Manager at The Hotel Hanford, responded to this review
21 December 2011

Thank you for your review as it’s such a delight to know that you were able to take advantage of our Living Social deal. It also pleases us to hear that Brian was able to be so accommodating in regards to your room change--we’ll be sure to let him know about your kind words. Please know your evaluation is held... More

AztecsU2
Los Angeles, CA
Contributor
20 reviews
20 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 December 2011
1
person found this review helpful

I'm only basing this review on a one-night stay, but I'd still say is a good hotel. My friends threw a holiday party in one of the party rooms so we booked a hotel room here so we could easily crash afterwards. The service is very nice and friendly. The room is well appointed and clean and very modern. Really... More

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Michelle Tolbert, Guest Relations Manager at The Hotel Hanford, responded to this review
20 December 2011

We are so pleased that The Hotel Hanford was able to assist you by providing a comfortable place to stay after your friend’s party! It pleases us to hear that you found the room’s modern theme appealing and well appointed. The honesty you’ve provided in your feedback about the A/C units is appreciated and we’ll be sure to pass it... More

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