There are vendors, there are venue partners, and then there are people who genuinely change your entire experience. Noel Vasin is that person. From the very beginning, Noel was not only incredibly professional and knowledgeable, but also one of the most nurturing, supportive, and genuinely caring people I have ever worked with in this industry. She made us feel safe, supported, and fully taken care of from day one.
On the day of the event especially, Noel truly went above and beyond in a way that cannot be overstated. She handled all day-of coordination and support so seamlessly that I was able to be fully present, calm, and actually enjoy the celebration. As an Event Director, letting go on the day of an event is not easy but Noel made it effortless. She anticipated needs before they were voiced, handled details quietly and efficiently, and made sure everything flowed exactly as it should without ever making it feel stressful or chaotic.
What sets Noel apart is not just her expertise, but her heart. She leads with kindness, patience, and a level of care that makes you feel like your event truly matters to her. She treated our engagement party as if it were her own, and that level of dedication is rare. We felt supported every step of the way, and knowing Noel was there allowed us to fully trust the process. We are endlessly grateful for her, and anyone who has the opportunity to work with Noel is truly in the best hands possible.
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Matthew Futter
Dec 15, 2025
Staying at this hotel for my first multi-day business trip in Irvine, I couldn’t have picked a better place. There were pricier locations closer to where I needed to meet, but this Doubletree was close enough to be a short drive, affordable for my budget, and extremely high-class for a “mid-range” hotel.
I did have to navigate even the short trip to and from the venue each day, but this is a reflection on Irvine’s layout, not the hotel, which was fairly easy to find even in the dark. The parking lot seemed secure and well-lit, there were plenty of luggage carts, and the staff was amazing at all hours! I also appreciated their wide stairwells at the end of each hallway (elevators are smooth and centrally located, but I prefer the stairs when I’m empty-handed) and their spacious, well-appointed exercise room, which is open 24-hours to a room keycard.
While I didn’t get the name of the helpful clerk at the Blend Café Market (24-hour food, drink, and accoutrement shopping in the lobby), I did note Gilbert, my server at the in-house restaurant, who prepared my order with care and panache, and whose curiosity about my stay and my reason for traveling here began as reserved politeness, but warmed gently into friendly conversation when I opened that door for a minute. The giant breakfast burrito and fruit juice I ordered were terrific, and Gilbert made my morning stop a welcome experience, and not just a meal.
Even more helpful was Denise at the front desk. Denise answered a slew of questions for me on the night I checked in (it was my first time at this Doubletree and in Irvine), and she made me feel like a longtime guest returning "home" after renovations, and not a first-time visitor who hadn’t traveled anywhere for business in a while. I had more questions (and already a few compliments) the next night, and I sought her out again after her extraordinary service upon arrival. She was, if anything, even more helpful that time, and I requested her name to include in this review, as well as thanking her personally for all she did for me during my stay. Denise is an absolute treasure, and I hope the Doubletree management recognizes her the way she makes every guest feel seen, heard, and valued, too.
In short, this was a wonderful experience, and I will certainly stay here the next time I come to Irvine for any reason!