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We rarely get quality without paying a hefty price for it, but Shermans Travel editors have scouted just the deal for a sunny wintertime getaway in America’s own backyard. The Four Diamond Hyatt Regency Irvine in Orange County, Calif., is offering the Awaken Package from just $159 per night (only $80 per person!) for upscale digs and a prime location, including breakfast for two and complimentary self-parking. Surrounded by beautiful beaches, Disneyland, Universal Studios, golf courses, and world-class communities like Laguna, the Hyatt Regency Irvine delivers premium hospitality at a seriously carefree price.

THE VALUE: The guestrooms are outfitted with iHome stereo, iPod docking stations, WiFi, and top-of-the-line Portico bath products, and have city, mountain, or pool views.

THE CATCH: Temperatures might fall to around 60 degrees in January, so pack some layers and enjoy the breeze.

THE DETAILS: Visit the hotel’s Awaken Package page for more information or call 888-414-9288 to book. Stay through January 31, 2011.

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