From the colorful, cheerful lobby to the modern kitchenettes with glass-tiled backsplashes, this new hotel is California-bright. Amenities include free wi-fi, complimentary hot breakfasts, outdoor heated pool and whirlpool spa, fitness room, and convenience store. The 120 suites have separate areas for sleeping, eating, and working, along with kitchenettes furnished with microwave, full-sized refrigerator, stovetop, dishwasher, and coffee maker. Each has a pull-out sofa bed, large desk with ergonomic chair, and 42" flat-panel TVs with premium programming.

Parking is $15. Check-in time: 3:00 pm; check-out time: 12:00 pm. Address: SpringHill Suites Anaheim Maingate, 1160 W Ball Rd., Anaheim CA 92802. Phone: 949-247-8747. Web: http://www.shsanaheim.com/.

A flagstone fireplace and dark woods provide a warm welcome to this 143-suite hotel with rooms that sleep up to eight people. Studio suites at 350 sq. ft. can hold four; 1-bedroom units are 500 sq. ft. and sleep four to six; and two-bedroom suites are 750 sq. ft. and can sleep eight. Every unit has  flat-screen TVs with HBO in every room, DVD players (movies available from front desk), free wi-fi, iron/ironing board, hair dryer, and a fully equipped kitchen with full-sized refrigerator, microwave, stove-top, dishwasher, toaster, and coffee maker. Eat well at the free daily hot breakfasts and the Monday-Wednesday evening receptions with complimentary wine, beer, and snacks. Put some hot dogs on the barbecue and enjoy the outdoor pool and spa. Other amenities include a fitness center, guest laundry, and 24-hour convenience store. Pets are welcome; $150 for length of stay; call to arrange.

Parking is included. Check-in time: 4:00 pm; check-out time: 11:00 am. Address: 1855 S. Manchester Ave., Anaheim CA 92802. Phone: 714-748-7700. Web: http://sbsanaheim.com/.