Hotel Joaquin puts you within a 15-minute drive of Fashion Island and University of California, Irvine. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Saline, which serves Mediterranean cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.