Title: Rancho Santa Margarita Travel Guide: Best of Rancho Santa Margarita, California Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Rancho Santa Margarita](https://expedia.co.uk/Rancho-Santa-Margarita-Hotels.d6128861.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Rancho Santa Margarita](https://expedia.co.uk/Rancho-Santa-Margarita-Holiday-Rentals.d6128861.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Rancho Santa Margarita](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Rancho-Santa-Margarita.d6128861.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Rancho Santa Margarita Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Rancho-Santa-Margarita.d6128861.Car-Hire-Guide)[Rancho Santa Margarita Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Rancho-Santa-Margarita.d6128861.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Rancho Santa Margarita Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Aerial view of Rancho Santa Margarita showcasing suburban homes and Saddleback Mountains in Southern California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128861/6b4c15bb-ef00-4a61-884d-67e8ba818b29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aerial Photo of Saddleback Mountain with a Running Track Below, Taken Above Homes in Rancho Santa Margarita, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128861/5ec4604f-bbf3-4754-b919-e4e0aa0b37a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![City of Rancho Santa Margarita, Orange County USA, view of the lake and mountains near the trees ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128861/4c3b6f35-c533-4243-b8b6-55510fbe742c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Afternoon view of the downtown area of Rancho Santa Margarita, California, USA.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6128861/4afe952b-dcb1-4227-bcb2-ae688a32cdde.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Rancho Santa Margarita Things to do - Top hotels in Rancho Santa Margarita - Top Holiday Rentals in Rancho Santa Margarita ![Hotel Fera Anaheim, a DoubleTree by Hilton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4600/4582/f97103c7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Fera Anaheim, a DoubleTree by Hilton 100 The City Dr S Orange CA £108 6 Apr - 7 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Orange. Enjoy 2 outdoor pickleball courts, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (3,981 reviews) Room was not clean. Upon checking in was given a different room from selected room. Room was not stocked its towels or toilet paper. Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F04%2F2026&endDate=07%2F04%2F2026&selected=4582&PinnedHotelID=4582&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6128861) ![Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21700/21603/a454620b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach 325 Bristol Street Costa Mesa CA £105 19 Apr - 20 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Costa Mesa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ... 9/10 Wonderful! (3,161 reviews) Unique style and accomodations Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F04%2F2026&endDate=20%2F04%2F2026&selected=21603&PinnedHotelID=21603&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6128861) ![Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24100/24076/d20f3331_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG 2726 S Grand Ave Santa Ana CA £107 5 Apr - 6 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Ana. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,300 reviews) Very clean, nice rooms and nice staff. Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F04%2F2026&endDate=06%2F04%2F2026&selected=24076&PinnedHotelID=24076&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6128861) [See all 4,415 properties in Rancho Santa Margarita](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=31%2F03%2F2026&endDate=01%2F04%2F2026®ionId=6128861) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Elegant Villa Retreat Pool Garden Alfresco Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115900000/115897900/115897822/a2a65c97_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Elegant Villa Retreat Pool Garden Alfresco Lounge Rancho Santa Margarita CA Stay at this holiday home in Rancho Santa Margarita. Enjoy a garden. Popular attractions Spa Gregorie's Day Spa & Salon and O'Neill Regional Park are located ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rancho-Santa-Margarita-Hotels-Elegant-Villa-Retreat-Pool-Garden-Alfresco-Lounge.h115897822.Hotel-Information) ![San Clemente Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23000/22923/32eec0c9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### San Clemente Inn 2600 Avenida Del Presidente San Clemente CA Stay at this beach condo in San Clemente. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,482 reviews) Great time as always! Can’t wait to go back during summer! 😎 Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Clemente-Hotels-San-Clemente-Inn.h22923.Hotel-Information) ![Marriott's Newport Coast Villas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/902100/902051/928cc7c7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Marriott's Newport Coast Villas 23000 Newport Coast Drive Newport Beach CA Stay at this spa condo in Newport Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Pelican Hill Golf Course and Crystal Cove ... 9/10 Wonderful! (994 reviews) Clean rooms, beautiful grounds and location. Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Newport-Beach-Hotels-Marriotts-Newport-Coast-Villas.h902051.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Rancho Santa Margarita](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6128861&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Rancho Santa Margarita hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6128861&startDate=2026-03-30&endDate=2026-03-31)[30 Mar - 31 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6128861&startDate=2026-03-30&endDate=2026-03-31) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6128861&startDate=2026-03-31&endDate=2026-04-01)[31 Mar - 1 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6128861&startDate=2026-03-31&endDate=2026-04-01) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6128861&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026)[3 Apr - 5 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6128861&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6128861&startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=12%2F04%2F2026)[10 Apr - 12 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6128861&startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=12%2F04%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit #### Tijeras Creek Golf Club Enjoy a round of golf in Rancho Santa Margarita at Tijeras Creek Golf Club. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tijeras-Creek-Golf-Club-Rancho-Santa-Margarita.d6239991.Attraction) #### Spa Gregorie's Day Spa & Salon You can take time to visit Spa Gregorie's Day Spa & Salon during your travels to Rancho Santa Margarita. Amble around this family-friendly area's lush forest and enjoy its cosy cafes. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Spa-Gregories-Day-Spa-Salon-Rancho-Santa-Margarita.d553248621532638495.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48142739/b8330be4-f54a-46a6-9181-83a7a747cc9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise £54 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/newport-beach-luxury-whale-watching-catamaran-cruise.a48142739.activity-details) ![High Speed Zodiac Whale Watching Safari from Dana Point](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/529082/9507aa69-cc44-48ef-8271-cb9ef5403852.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### High Speed Zodiac Whale Watching Safari from Dana Point £75 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/high-speed-zodiac-whale-watching-safari-from-dana-point.a529082.activity-details) ![Dolphin & Whale Watching Eco-Safari with Underwater Viewing](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/529056/92d81285-6272-4b94-b1f5-82cda72fac70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dolphin & Whale Watching Eco-Safari with Underwater Viewing £75 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/dolphin-whale-watching-eco-safari-with-underwater-viewing.a529056.activity-details) ![The Escape Game: 60-Minute Adventures at Irvine Spectrum](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47936482/9adefcdb-ebbe-4ad2-b056-6ff34706a066.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Escape Game: 60-Minute Adventures at Irvine Spectrum £35 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-escape-game-60-minute-adventures-at-irvine-spectrum.a47936482.activity-details) ![Whale-Watching and Orange County Beaches Tour from Anaheim](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1385727/44b4b5a3-2328-4dec-80a2-b86a01aec99e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Whale-Watching and Orange County Beaches Tour from Anaheim £74 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/whale-watching-and-orange-county-beaches-tour-from-anaheim.a1385727.activity-details) ![Small-Group Best Beaches in Orange County Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1389073/b5bf1d80-a961-442d-bef5-8e40ac398338.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Small-Group Best Beaches in Orange County Day Tour £67 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/small-group-best-beaches-in-orange-county-day-tour.a1389073.activity-details) [See all activities in Rancho Santa Margarita](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Rancho-Santa-Margarita.d6128861.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Rancho Santa Margarita ![Señal de coto de caza privado](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6207332/4a8c7ba6-8faf-4d13-9262-5e60769ceafb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Coto de Caza - Cities near Rancho Santa Margarita - Places of interest [Coto de Caza](https://expedia.co.uk/Coto-De-Caza.dx6207332) - [Honda Center ](https://expedia.co.uk/Honda-Center-Southeast-Anaheim.d6057391.Attraction) - [Irvine Spectrum Center ](https://expedia.co.uk/Irvine-Spectrum-Center-Irvine-Spectrum.d6068993.Attraction) - [Dana Point Harbor ](https://expedia.co.uk/Dana-Point-Harbor-Dana-Point-Harbor.d6161365.Attraction) - [Fashion Island ](https://expedia.co.uk/Fashion-Island-Newport-Beach.d6068987.Attraction) - [Mission San Juan Capistrano ](https://expedia.co.uk/Mission-San-Juan-Capistrano-Downtown.d6066049.Attraction) - [UC Irvine Medical Center ](https://expedia.co.uk/UC-Irvine-Medical-Center-Orange.d6282680.Attraction) - [Crystal Cove State Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Crystal-Cove-State-Park-California.d6282250.Attraction) - [Thousand Steps Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Thousand-Steps-Beach-South-Laguna.d6282229.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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