In the heart of Balboa Peninsula, Sonder Solarena is where ocean vibes meet modern comfort. Connect to WiFi in public areas and unwind by the outdoor pool. Guests rave about the helpful staff and great location.
Fullerton, CA (FUL-Fullerton Municipal) - 43 min drive
Hawthorne, CA (HHR-Hawthorne Municipal) - 51 min drive
Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center - 24 min drive
Irvine Transportation Center - 26 min drive
Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center - 28 min drive
Restaurants
Jack in the Box - 17 min walk
Doughboy Donuts - 18 min walk
Vacancy Coffee - 2 min walk
Hoag Hospital Cafeteria - 3 min drive
Zabb Thai Cuisine - 2 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire place to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Sonder Solarena
At Sonder Solarena, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Newport Pier and Huntington Beach Pier. Also, Fashion Island and South Coast Plaza are within a short drive. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.
Languages
English, French, Spanish
At a glance
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Hotel size
47 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
PETS
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite self parking (USD 30 per night)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Housekeeping is available for an extra charge and varies based on length of stay
Parking
Self parking costs USD 30 per night
Policies
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
Sonder Solarena Hotel
Sonder Solarena Newport Beach
Sonder Solarena Hotel Newport Beach
Frequently asked questions
Does Sonder Solarena offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Sonder Solarena does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Sonder Solarena?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Sonder Solarena?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Sonder Solarena?
Yes. Self parking costs USD 30 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Sonder Solarena?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.
What is there to do at Sonder Solarena and nearby?
Sonder Solarena has an outdoor pool.
What's the area around Sonder Solarena like?
Sonder Solarena is a short 17-minute walk from Huntington State Beach and 2 minutes' walk from Balboa Peninsula Beaches. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.
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Sonder Solarena Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Room
Location
Beach
Service staff
Parking
Bed
Desk
Coffee
Bathroom
Value
What guests liked
The property's beach location is a major advantage, with many guests praising the convenience of walking distance to the beach. (36 reviews)
Several restaurants and a coffee shop are within walking distance, offering a variety of dining options. (9 reviews)
The pool was very clean and a convenient amenity for guests. (4 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 11, 2025
Great place to stay
Kyle
Kyle, 4-night trip
6/10 Good
Apr 30, 2025
Hotel fine but fire alarm went off 2 out of 4 nights at 3 am
Dan
Dan, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 27, 2025
Good value for money.
Was a quick stay & was wonderful . Loved how close we were to the beach. The heated pool is small but good enough for some laps. Loved your lounge area.
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 5, 2025
Nice well maintained property, safe neighborhood
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 3, 2025
Loved the staff, amazing people
Brady
Brady, 6-night trip
6/10 Good
Feb 19, 2025
Rooms are tired, no desk, air con worked only ok. Great location and cheap
Verified traveler
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 4, 2024
Great stay
Elisabeth Skauen
Elisabeth Skauen, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 10, 2025
Absolutely delightful stay. Quiet space. Near the beach and skme gorgeous areas to hit up. I will be back!
Waldo
Waldo, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 24, 2024
Well located property very close to everything. Staff was absolutely the best! Room was very nice and comfortable
Sharron
Sharron, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 8, 2025
The only thing I did not like was the loud traffic
Bridgette
Bridgette, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 25, 2024
Excellent location
Jennifer
Jennifer, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 13, 2024
AWESOME Location with options!
Awesome location right across the street with at least 4dining options and a cafe nearby. It's all about location, location, location with this place! It's modern, hip, and offers bikes. Book a room before it sells out!
Andre
Andre, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 14, 2024
Good value
Great location and easy with the digital check in. Friendly helpful staff.
Nice restaurant choices nearby.
Con - needed dusting under beds, could have used more light around the vanity- but still good value
Steve
Steve, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 1, 2025
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Ruben
Ruben, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 19, 2024
I had a great stay. The staff was attentive, the room was spotless, and parking was convenient. Contrary to previous reviews, I didn’t find the property to be noisy.
Mayra
Mayra, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 27, 2024
Great location just across the street from Newport Beach and walking/running path. Many dining options and coffee shops in walkable distance. Ease of access to anything as this location is on the main PCH.
Crystal
Crystal, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2024
Great location
Christine
Christine, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 17, 2024
Staying at Sonder was a wonderful experience and I would definitely do it again. :)
Crystal
Crystal, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 2, 2024
My stay there was beautiful. I loved the self check in and out.
Karam
Karam, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 26, 2024
Great location, great price. Very clean and super friendly staff.
Britton
Britton, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 29, 2024
Perfect for a short stay, right across from the beach and close to lots of great restaurants
Danielle
Danielle, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 27, 2025
Beds are soft, not in the good way
Mark
Mark, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 29, 2024
Parking was a bit inconvenient but the overall experience was quite nice
Karin
Karin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 16, 2024
This place is awesome. Staff is friendly and cool. Walking distance to the beach and one of the better breakfast diners I have ever been to (Crappy's). 2 blocks from the beach. Can't do better for the fare.