Northwood Travel Guide
Irvine
Popular places to visit
Irvine Spectrum Center
During your visit to Irvine, you can do some window-shopping at Irvine Spectrum Center. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants.
Orange County Great Park
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Orange County Great Park, a lovely green space in Irvine. Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Lyon Air Museum
See some of the rarest flying machinery left over from World War II and learn about the United States’ role in aviation history.
Northwood Gratitude and Honor Memorial
You can learn about the history of Irvine with a stop at Northwood Gratitude and Honor Memorial. Discover the entertainment choices in this walkable area or seek out the adventure tours.
University of California, Irvine
Enjoy the student vibe at University of California, Irvine during your visit to Irvine. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Concordia University
Walk around the campus at Concordia University during your stay in Irvine. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach
Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff
High Speed Zodiac Whale Watching Safari from Dana Point
Top hotels in Northwood
Desert Palms Hotel & Suites
Spotless and spacious room, great for big families. The proximity to the park was also great, a 15 minute walk. Parking was also good. Check in and check out was speedy and friendly service.
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
The room was so big! I had so much room to move around and store my things. It was also very clean.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Hilton Anaheim
Clean room, friendly helpful staff
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground
It’s a very good place the only think is that the basic rooms need a upgrade
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim
Such a smooth check in process wonderful breakfast and close to Disneyland.
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Hotel Huntington Beach
Clean room and courteous staff at registration.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Northwood
El Camino Real
While El Camino Real isn't home to many top sights, Oak Creek Golf Course and Orange County Great Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Lower Peters Canyon
If you're spending some time in Lower Peters Canyon, The Market Place and Regal Edwards Market Place are top sights worth seeing.
Cypress Village
When in Cypress Village, you can plan a visit to Orange County Great Park and Oak Creek Golf Course, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Oak Creek
While there might not be top attractions in Oak Creek, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Oak Creek Golf Course and Orange County Great Park.
East Irvine
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in East Irvine and surrounding area, you can visit Orange County Great Park and Oak Creek Golf Course.
Orchard Hills
Orchard Hills might not have many top sights, but Oak Canyon Park and Orange County Great Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
