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 beautiful beaches 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 family-friendly 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

Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island

City Cruises Newport Beach: Premier Champagne Brunch Cruise
Top hotels in Northwood

Hilton Anaheim
Walking distance to Disneyland, with shops and eateries nearby.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Cambria Hotel & Suites Anaheim Resort Area
Best breakfast buffet, my kids love the water park and also the water is heated for winter and they have movie nights at the pool. Love this hotel it’s are second time staying with the kids! The check-in staff is nice and the bar workers are amazing as well.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Grand Legacy At the Park
Clean rooms , friendly staff and great location for Disneyland
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Desert Palms Hotel & Suites
Our room was great. We had a little dividing curtain that separated the beds from the rest of the space. And we actually saw the fireworks out of our window, the night before we went to Disneyland, so that was special for the kids. Breakfast was convenient, very busy, but happy it was included. We ...
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

The Viv Hotel, Anaheim, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Overall stay at the Viv was very pleasant. Friendly staff, Clean room, very spacious. Loved the provided shampoo & conditioner. Shuttles to and from Disney were a very added benefit. Saved us a great amount on parking and Ubers.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Solara Inn and Suites
Clean room. Had all you need including refrigerator and a coffee pot. Not very sound proof though so wouldn’t stay on first floor if you are a light sleeper because we could here every step and tv from above. FREE parking which is a huge plus. Mexican restaurant next door was really good ! Will stay ...
Reviewed on 6 Jan 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.
