EV Charging Hotels in Irvine, CA

Orange County, California is home to one of the most notable towns in southern California— Irvine. Known for its friendly locals, beautiful parks, an abundance of family-friendly activities, incredible food, and bustling bar scene, Irvine is said to be one of the happiest cities in America and a great place to visit any time of year. Staying at hotels with EV charging stations in Irvine is the perfect jumping-off point to explore the surrounding area, including the many attractions offered across Orange County and Los Angeles. Spend the day outdoors from the Orange County Great Park, which features an antique carousel and a giant, anchored helium balloon you can actually ride up for aerial views! Or opt for a day on the trail from Bommer Canyon, which winds past ancient sycamore trees. Take the kids to The Pretend City Children’s Museum for a kid-size post office, cafe, and a farm the little ones will love. Whatever you get up to in Irvine, you’re bound to have a blast, so get excited for your trip and consider checking out these fun excursions while in town.

Located in the Irvine Spectrum district on the southeast edge of town, you'll find The Irvine Spectrum Center, an impressive outdoor shopping mall developed by the Irvine Company. With a variety of elevated department stores, a ferris wheel, and a Regal Cinemas movie theater, you’ll have plenty to do and see while spending an afternoon from this modern mall before heading to your Irvine hotels with EV charging for the evening.

Got the kids in tow? Take them to the irresistibly entertaining Pretend City Children’s Museum in Irvine, a nonprofit children’s museum that features 17 interactive exhibits designed as a small, interconnected city. Here, they can “build better brains” and enjoy hands-on exploration at Pretend City through purposeful play, novel experiences, role-playing, and educational programming.

For a day under the sunny skies of southern California right outside hotels with electric car charging stations, head to the impressive 160-acre Irvine Park in Orange, California— Orange County's first regional park built in 1897. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1983, this swath of green space includes nature trails, six contributing buildings, and four contributing structures. Enjoy a picnic on the green, or get your blood pumping on a nice jog through the trails while spotting local wildlife.

Curious about the local art scene? Make your way to the Jack & Shanaz Langson Institute and Museum of California Art (Langson IMCA) for a day of strolling through this impressive space. Check out the museum’s rotating exhibits that feature American Impressionist art depicting the California landscape, its distinct features, the state’s rich history, and its people.

Enjoy touring Southern California from Irvine, and don’t forget to check out our other EV charging hotels nearby in San Diego, Anaheim, Carlsbad.