City Express by Marriott Santa Ana/Orange County Airport

Several red flags — 3.3★ guest rating; service 40% negative, property 30% negative

3★ class · 3.3 guest rating · 52 reviews · ~$136/night

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Peace of Mind Score

low confidence

How we scored it

Quality & cleanliness

3.3★ guest rating; service 40% negative, property 30% negative

Location & access

4.0★ location/transit/airport access

Trust & class

52 reviews, 3-star, 9 amenities

Price fairness

priced above peers of similar quality

Not part of the score — a cheap room can be cheap for reasons we can't see

Service60% positive · 40% negative

Property54% positive · 31% negative

Cleanliness80% positive · 0% negative

Free breakfastRestaurant

On-site food & drink, as listed by the property.

Free Wi‑FiParking ($)Air conditioningPet-friendlyFitness centerAccessibleBusiness center

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