Top 10 Downtown Costa Mesa Hotels of 2026

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A multi-story hotel with balconies, large windows, and a central entrance.

1. Ramada by Wyndham Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

Downtown Costa Mesa

HECTOR

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A spacious lobby with a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a desk with a computer.

2. Travelodge by Wyndham Costa Mesa Newport Beach Hacienda

Downtown Costa Mesa

James

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a high ceiling.

3. Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

4.7 km from Downtown Costa Mesa

Dale

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a wooden headboard, and a bedside table with a lamp.

4. OC Hotel Costa Mesa

East Side Costa Mesa, 2.8 km from Downtown Costa Mesa

Jasmine

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern dining area with a long table, multiple chairs, a potted plant, and a kitchen area with appliances and a coffee station.

5. Hampton Inn & Suites Irvine-Orange County Airport

7.1 km from Downtown Costa Mesa

Liberty

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a large ocean wave painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

6. Costa Mesa Inn

Mesa Verde, 3.2 km from Downtown Costa Mesa

Jesse

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, a seating area with blue chairs, and a staircase leading to a second level.

7. Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

8.1 km from Downtown Costa Mesa

Dwayne

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large window offering a view of the outside.

8. Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North

10.1 km from Downtown Costa Mesa

raymond

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a dining space.

9. Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG

10.2 km from Downtown Costa Mesa

Camilla

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A modern bar area with a wooden counter, orange bar stools, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

10. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Orange County Airport

10.1 km from Downtown Costa Mesa

Chanho

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, palm trees, and outdoor seating.

11. Atrium Hotel at Orange County Airport

7 km from Downtown Costa Mesa

Elva

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A stone fire pit surrounded by palm trees and chairs in an outdoor seating area.

12. MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

10.2 km from Downtown Costa Mesa

Yvonne

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, multiple seating areas, and a chandelier.

13. Ayres Hotel Fountain Valley - Huntington Beach

8 km from Downtown Costa Mesa

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A reception area with a large wall mural of palm trees, two reception desks, and wall-mounted lights.

14. Hyatt Regency Orange County

16.6 km from Downtown Costa Mesa

Amanda

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a modern architectural design, featuring multiple balconies and a prominent entrance.

15. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG

13.6 km from Downtown Costa Mesa

Lane

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A hotel room with a sofa, ottoman, and a table. There is a large window with a view of other buildings and a balcony.

16. Sonesta Select Huntington Beach Fountain Valley

8.1 km from Downtown Costa Mesa

Joshua

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A restaurant interior with a high ceiling, hanging red pendant lights, a large mirror, and a seating area with a sofa and cushioned chairs.

17. Hotel Huntington Beach

12.3 km from Downtown Costa Mesa

Paul

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

An outdoor seating area with fire pits, modern furniture, and a view of the sky.

18. Hotel Fera Anaheim, a DoubleTree by Hilton

16.7 km from Downtown Costa Mesa

Ahmad

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, multiple seating areas, a reception desk, and artwork on the walls.

19. Delta Hotels by Marriott Anaheim Garden Grove

16.3 km from Downtown Costa Mesa

gabriella

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A courtyard with a central fountain, surrounded by potted plants and a well-maintained lawn.

20. Laguna Hills Lodge

19.8 km from Downtown Costa Mesa

Kris

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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Where to stay in Downtown Costa Mesa

Find the best Downtown Costa Mesa areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A pier extending into the water with birds on the shore and the sky at sunset.

East Side Costa Mesa

When in East Side Costa Mesa, you can plan a visit to Orange County Fair and Events Center and Pacific Amphitheatre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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A coastal town with red-roofed houses, palm trees, and a view of the ocean and mountains in the background.

Mesa Verde

If you're spending some time in Mesa Verde, Costa Mesa Country Club and Mesa Verde Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.

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A person sitting on a colorful striped pathway surrounded by greenery and trees.

Westside Costa Mesa

If you're spending some time in Westside Costa Mesa, The Wayfarer and Tiki Bar are top sights worth seeing.

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A marina filled with boats, a coastal town with buildings, and a clear sky.

Central

While visiting Central, you might make a stop by sights like Orange County Fair and Events Center and Pacific Amphitheatre.

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South Coast Metro

While visiting South Coast Metro, you might make a stop by sights like South Coast Plaza and Metro Pointe at South Coast.

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Top Downtown Costa Mesa Hotel Reviews

Clarion Hotel Anaheim Resort

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Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Costa Mesa like?

Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Costa Mesa's Downtown Costa Mesa neighbourhood. Are you looking for Downtown Costa Mesa travel tips? Make sure that you visit Time Nightclub and Tiki Bar while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Costa Mesa?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Ramada by Wyndham Costa Mesa/Newport Beach is the highest ranked property in Downtown Costa Mesa. This hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Another top choice in the area is Travelodge by Wyndham Costa Mesa Newport Beach Hacienda.

How many hotels will I find in Downtown Costa Mesa?

If you're searching for places to stay in Costa Mesa, choose from one of Expedia's 16 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown Costa Mesa.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Costa Mesa, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available in Downtown Costa Mesa.

What can I see and do in this Costa Mesa neighbourhood?

A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in Downtown Costa Mesa are Time Nightclub and Tiki Bar. While you're out sightseeing in Costa Mesa, make sure that you visit other sights such as The Wayfarer or Westcliff Plaza.

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Our top choices for Downtown Costa Mesa hotels

1. Ramada by Wyndham Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

2. Travelodge by Wyndham Costa Mesa Newport Beach Hacienda

3. Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

4. OC Hotel Costa Mesa

5. Hampton Inn & Suites Irvine-Orange County Airport

6. Costa Mesa Inn

7. Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

8. Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North

9. Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG

10. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Orange County Airport

11. Atrium Hotel at Orange County Airport

12. MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

13. Ayres Hotel Fountain Valley - Huntington Beach

14. Hyatt Regency Orange County

15. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG

16. Sonesta Select Huntington Beach Fountain Valley

17. Hotel Huntington Beach

18. Hotel Fera Anaheim, a DoubleTree by Hilton

19. Delta Hotels by Marriott Anaheim Garden Grove

20. Laguna Hills Lodge

Where to stay in Downtown Costa Mesa

East Side Costa Mesa

Mesa Verde

Westside Costa Mesa

Central

South Coast Metro

Top Downtown Costa Mesa Hotel Reviews

Clarion Hotel Anaheim Resort

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