What is East Side Costa Mesa like?

Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Costa Mesa's East Side Costa Mesa neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in East Side Costa Mesa?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, OC Hotel Costa Mesa is the highest ranked property in East Side Costa Mesa. This hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Star Inn Motel and Hampton Inn by Hilton Costa Mesa Newport Beach .

How many hotels will I be able to find in the East Side Costa Mesa area?

Expedia has 28 hotels and other accommodation options in East Side Costa Mesa to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Costa Mesa area.

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

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get top deals in East Side Costa Mesa.

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

A few places to visit in the area around East Side Costa Mesa include Time Nightclub, Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve and Muth Interpretive Center. While you're out sightseeing, Orange County Fair & Exposition Center - The Hangar and Orange County Fair and Events Center are a couple of additional sights to visit in Costa Mesa.

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Our top choices for East Side Costa Mesa hotels

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1. Hampton Inn by Hilton Costa Mesa Newport Beach

East Side Costa Mesa

Jason

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

2. OC Hotel Costa Mesa

East Side Costa Mesa

michael

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A motel with a row of rooms, a covered entrance, and parked cars.

3. Star Inn Motel

East Side Costa Mesa

Maximo

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A pier extending into the ocean with a building on top.

4. Sunset Inn

East Side Costa Mesa

Ricky

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel room with two large beds, a small desk, a mirror, and a window.

5. Newport Bay Inn

East Side Costa Mesa

"This is a no-frills, basic motel run by a family that lives on site. The owner is very responsive to any requests for extra towels, key problems, etc. It’s right next door to a full-size grocery store. It’s freeway close to all sorts of great Orange County spots. I recommend staying at this reasonably-priced place so you can spend more of your vacation $ on adventures, shopping, and dining out rather than on an expensive posh hotel. Also, the beds were nice and firm."

julianne

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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

6. Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

2.7 km from East Side Costa Mesa

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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

7. Costa Mesa Inn

Mesa Verde, 2.8 km from East Side Costa Mesa

Jesse

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A modern restaurant with a sunset mural, contemporary furniture, and a view of the ocean.

8. Hyatt Regency Irvine

6.7 km from East Side Costa Mesa

CRISTOFER

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A modern interior with a large glass wall, a dining area with a long table and chairs, a sofa set, and a staircase.

9. Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

6.1 km from East Side Costa Mesa

Dwayne

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A modern lounge area with seating arrangements, a staircase, and a view of the upper floors.

10. Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport

6.3 km from East Side Costa Mesa

Cynthia

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

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

11. Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North

8.3 km from East Side Costa Mesa

Kwadwo

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A modern living room with a staircase, a sofa, and a small dining area.

12. Lemon Heights Inn

12.6 km from East Side Costa Mesa

Saurav

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a TV, and a window with a view of trees.

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

8.3 km from East Side Costa Mesa

Camilla

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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

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

8.3 km from East Side Costa Mesa

Chanho

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

15. MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

8.4 km from East Side Costa Mesa

Yvonne

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

16. Ayres Hotel Fountain Valley - Huntington Beach

8.1 km from East Side Costa Mesa

R

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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

17. Sonesta Select Huntington Beach Fountain Valley

8.2 km from East Side Costa Mesa

Joshua

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

18. Atrium Hotel at Orange County Airport

4.9 km from East Side Costa Mesa

Elva

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a bathroom, and a view of a bridge.

19. Orange Grove Inn

12.5 km from East Side Costa Mesa

jocelyn

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a view of the city through large windows.

20. Comfort Inn & Suites Irvine Spectrum

17.4 km from East Side Costa Mesa

Jennfer

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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Where to stay in East Side Costa Mesa

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

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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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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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Downtown Costa Mesa

If you're spending some time in Downtown Costa Mesa, Time Nightclub and Tiki Bar are top sights worth seeing.

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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 East Side Costa Mesa Hotel Reviews

Hotel Lulu, BW Premier Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed at this hotel for my Disney trip! I did not use parking so I’m unsure of the cost. The beds were nice but if you’re a light sleeper you would not like this hotel due to the AC noise (unless you’re okay with turning it off). We never had to walk to Disney, there was a free shuttle to Downtown Disney! When you are HEADING to Disney you get there in about 5 minutes. Coming BACK to the hotel you are technically the last stop but my friend and I got off at the Sheraton Hotel (it’s directly across the street from Lulu) and walked across the street. They say it’s about an 25 minutes bus ride but get off and cross the street you’ll save time! We didn’t try breakfast so we’re unsure. There is a hotel bar that is available as well."

Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn

10/10 Excellent

"15 minute walk to Disneyland, breakfast starts at 0600 (to 0900) so you can grab some food before rope drop if you’re into that. Was def a perk for us since we’ve stayed elsewhere nearby and breakfast started too late to eat before leaving. There are three hot tubs and a pool which is great if you need a soak to relax after the parks. They also cleaned the room every day while we were gone and I loved that. Pricing was great too. Highly recommend!"

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1. Hampton Inn by Hilton Costa Mesa Newport Beach

2. OC Hotel Costa Mesa

3. Star Inn Motel

4. Sunset Inn

5. Newport Bay Inn

6. Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

7. Costa Mesa Inn

8. Hyatt Regency Irvine

9. Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

10. Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport

11. Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North

12. Lemon Heights Inn

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

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

15. MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

16. Ayres Hotel Fountain Valley - Huntington Beach

17. Sonesta Select Huntington Beach Fountain Valley

18. Atrium Hotel at Orange County Airport

19. Orange Grove Inn

20. Comfort Inn & Suites Irvine Spectrum

Where to stay in East Side Costa Mesa

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Top East Side Costa Mesa Hotel Reviews

Hotel Lulu, BW Premier Collection

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