Costa Mesa, CA

Travel Guide

Segerstrom Center for the Arts showing interior views and art
Segerstrom Center for the Arts which includes art and interior views
Segerstrom Center for the Arts featuring modern architecture and a city
Segerstrom Center for the Arts showing modern architecture, interior views and a city
Photo provided by Segerstrom Center for the Arts - © RMA Photography

Where to stay in Costa Mesa

Amazing donuts! Made with fresh ingredients everyday! The flavors are well put together! Love the maple/bacon, however the rosemary is a great option as well! Check them out!!!

East Side Costa Mesa

4/5(195 area reviews)

Though East Side Costa Mesa might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Orange County Fairgrounds and Costa Mesa Country Club.

East Side Costa Mesa
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Westside Costa Mesa

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

Westside Costa Mesa might not have many top sights, but Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Costa Mesa Country Club are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Westside Costa Mesa
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Mesa Verde

4/5(76 area reviews)

While visiting Mesa Verde, you might make a stop by sights like Costa Mesa Country Club and Mesa Verde Shopping Center.

Mesa Verde
Amazing donuts! Made with fresh ingredients everyday! The flavors are well put together! Love the maple/bacon, however the rosemary is a great option as well! Check them out!!!

Downtown Costa Mesa

4/5(77 area reviews)

When in Downtown Costa Mesa, you can plan a visit to Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Costa Mesa Country Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Downtown Costa Mesa
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Mesa Del Mar

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Mesa Del Mar and surrounding area, you can visit Orange County Fairgrounds and The LAB Antimall.

Mesa Del Mar
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Halecrest

4/5(31 area reviews)

While there might not be top attractions in Halecrest, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Observatory and South Coast Plaza.

Halecrest
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
4 out of 5
325 Bristol Street, Costa Mesa, CA
The price is SAR 484 per night from May 29 to May 30
SAR 484
SAR 538 total
includes taxes & fees
29 May - 30 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Costa Mesa. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,393 reviews)
"We were only there a night, but the location and hotel was just what we wanted."

Reviewed on 22 May 2025

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
Costa Mesa Marriott
Costa Mesa Marriott
4 out of 5
500 Anton Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA
The price is SAR 458 per night from May 30 to May 31
SAR 458
SAR 510 total
includes taxes & fees
30 May - 31 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Costa Mesa. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,040 reviews)
"Great hotel."

Reviewed on 19 May 2025

Costa Mesa Marriott
Ramada by Wyndham Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
Ramada by Wyndham Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
3 out of 5
1680 Superior Ave, Costa Mesa, CA
The price is SAR 439 per night from May 29 to May 30
SAR 439
SAR 488 total
includes taxes & fees
29 May - 30 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Costa Mesa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,693 reviews)
"We had a handicap room. The king bed was comfortable but much too tall! It was very hard to get into and impossible to put on socks and shoes while sitting on it. The sink in the bathroom had no soap except in the shower. Room was large enough. The breakfasts were plentiful."

Reviewed on 26 May 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Historic Broadlind Hotel at Long Beach Convention Center
The Historic Broadlind Hotel at Long Beach Convention Center
3 out of 5
149 Linden Avenue, Long Beach, CA
Stay at this 3-star historic aparthotel in Long Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and an attached winery. Popular attractions Long Beach Cruise Terminal ...
7.4/10 Good! (876 reviews)
"This hotel was super cute. I enjoyed my stay here a lot. The rooms were clean and have full kitchens, which is really convenient if you’re staying longer than a night or two. Checking in was kind of a pain in the butt because I was there after hours but overall it was a nice place and I will be staying ..."

Reviewed on 13 February 2025

The Historic Broadlind Hotel at Long Beach Convention Center
Capistrano Surfside Inn
Capistrano Surfside Inn
3 out of 5
34680 Coast Highway, Capistrano Beach, Dana Point, CA
Stay at this 3-star beach condo in Dana Point. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Doheny State Beach and Dana Point Harbor ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (147 reviews)
"Staying at Surfside Inn felt like we were home with all its comforts."

Reviewed on 16 May 2025

Capistrano Surfside Inn
Dockside Boat & Bed Long Beach
Dockside Boat & Bed Long Beach
3.5 out of 5
316 E Shoreline Drive, Long Beach, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star beach houseboat in Long Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and furnished balconies or patios. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (233 reviews)
"We love it here!"

Reviewed on 8 May 2025

Dockside Boat & Bed Long Beach
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Costa Mesa

4.2
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
393
5 - Excellent 38%
4 - Good
472
4 - Good 45%
3 - Okay
144
3 - Okay 14%
2 - Disappointing
14
2 - Disappointing 1%
1 - Terrible
20
1 - Terrible 2%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Nice quiet town. New buildings and shopping centers, wide streets.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Its good. But this visit is leaving a bad taste in my mouth. Doesnt feel safe to leave things in my room either, if just anyone can come in

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great area with a variety of activities to see or do Something unique, fascinating and mind blowing were these abandoned hangers in Tustin that were built in 1942 to house patrolling blimps. Amazing

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Costa Mesa was beautiful. But having to pay $2.50 hour to park to see anything was a deterrent from enjoying anything but driving around!

4/5 - Good

FrankQ

Very nice, good value

3/5 - Okay

Eric

I recommend getting rooms closer to the check-in office. They seem to be better maintained and cleaner.