The venue
Murray Center, Mission Viejo
24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo, CA 92692
Where to stay
Orange County Hotels
We’ve rounded up comfy places to stay all over Orange County. Pick your vibe and we’ll show you the hotels.
Beach Experience
Coming for books but staying for sun? We gotchu! Coastal hotels for every budget.
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Shopping Experience
Want to stay close to shops and entertainment? Orange County has a lot to offer.
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Close to the Event
For the bookiest bookworms who want to stay close to the Murray Center.
See nearby hotelsWhere to eat
Let’s Do Lunch
Lunch is handled!
Order a Mendocino Farms boxed lunch when you register, and it’ll be ready and waiting for you at Author Speed Dating.
Rather bring your own? Totally fine. Grab something from one of the spots below and bring it along.
Nearby spots
Arriving the Night Before?
Whether you’re getting in early, grabbing breakfast, or staying for dinner, here are our favorite places near the Murray Center.
Fast Food
Walk in or drive through. Fast and affordable.
Quick bitesCasual Eats
Order at the counter, a step up from fast food.
Casual eatsFull Service
Sit-down restaurants for dining in or ordering takeout ahead.
Full serviceGrocery Options
Premade sandwiches, wraps, salads, and fresh produce more your jam? You got it.
Grocery picksStay & play
Find Your Way Around
Hotel areas, beach days, and the Irvine Spectrum, all on one cute little map. Tap it to see it full size.
Orange County is generally considered safe for visitors, and its tourist corridor is one of the safest in the country. You really can’t go wrong when it comes to finding a place to stay.