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1. Harbor bay inn

Harbor bay inn
Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (137 reviews)
"Would definitely recommend to anyone visiting the area. Budget friendly spot with a short drive to the beach, lots of places to eat nearby, and the staff was very friendly."
United States
Carlos
The price is RM478
RM516 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Harbor bay inn
Business centre

2. Travelodge by Wyndham Costa Mesa Newport Beach Hacienda

Travelodge by Wyndham Costa Mesa Newport Beach Hacienda
2.0 star property
Central
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"At night, parking lot can get full, but overall, a decent place to stay at."
United States
Martha
The price is RM366
RM396 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Travelodge by Wyndham Costa Mesa Newport Beach Hacienda
Front of property

3. Cozy Inn

Cozy Inn
2.0 star property
Central
6.4 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"Staff was kind."
United States
Cassandra
The price is RM305
RM329 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Cozy Inn
Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

4. OC Hotel Costa Mesa

OC Hotel Costa Mesa
2.5 star property
East Side Costa Mesa, 0.8 km from Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,524 reviews)
"Very friendly staff. Cute place, comfortable"
United States
Cecilia
The price is RM507
RM562 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
OC Hotel Costa Mesa
Lobby

5. Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
4.0 star property
2.5 km from Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,404 reviews)
"Had an amazing stay! Very clean with awesome staff. Would definitely recommend"
United States
Kyndall
The price is RM501
RM557 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

6. Costa Mesa Inn

Costa Mesa Inn
3.0 star property
Mesa Verde, 1.3 km from Central
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,703 reviews)
"The best place to stay in Costa Mesa. Remodeled spa like rooms, huge tv, comfortable beds and walking distance to everything."
United States
Kathleen
The price is RM384
RM414 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Costa Mesa Inn
Lobby

7. Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport
3.5 star property
5.7 km from Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,436 reviews)
"Love this hotel will be back"
United States
Tiffany
The price is RM504
RM644 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport
Lobby

8. Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport

Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport
3.5 star property
5.9 km from Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,772 reviews)
"Great location, wonderful staff, big room and useful amenities! We will definitely stay here again!"
United States
Renee
The price is RM629
RM694 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport
Lobby

9. Homewood Suites By Hilton Irvine John Wayne Airport

Homewood Suites By Hilton Irvine John Wayne Airport
3.0 star property
6.2 km from Central
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,058 reviews)
"Great hotel to stay long time with family!"
Japan
Makoto
The price is RM663
RM730 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Homewood Suites By Hilton Irvine John Wayne Airport
Lobby

10. Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North

Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North
2.5 star property
7.3 km from Central
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,875 reviews)
"Good hotel to stay at"
United States
Keith
The price is RM442
RM500 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North
Living area

11. Lemon Heights Inn

Lemon Heights Inn
2.5 star property
11.8 km from Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (874 reviews)
"Was really nice definitely would stay again and recommend"
United States
Samuel
The price is RM358
RM405 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Lemon Heights Inn
Exterior

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

Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG
3.0 star property
7.4 km from Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,581 reviews)
"Nice place to stay and easy parking."
United States
James
The price is RM552
RM625 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG
Exterior

13. Atrium Hotel at Orange County Airport

Atrium Hotel at Orange County Airport
3.0 star property
4.6 km from Central
7.4 out of 10, Good, (2,425 reviews)
"Great place."
United States
Jacob
The price is RM655
RM722 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Atrium Hotel at Orange County Airport
Property amenity

14. MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels
2.5 star property
7.4 km from Central
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2,131 reviews)
"This was a very clean property. Staff was very helpful as well . Will book here again ."
United States
shawn
The price is RM376
RM426 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels
Lobby

15. Ayres Hotel Fountain Valley - Huntington Beach

Ayres Hotel Fountain Valley - Huntington Beach
3.0 star property
6.6 km from Central
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,652 reviews)
"Breakfast was great, checkin and out really easy., great place to stay."
United States
Eduardo
The price is RM691
RM754 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Ayres Hotel Fountain Valley - Huntington Beach
Restaurant

16. Ayres Hotel Orange

Ayres Hotel Orange
3.5 star property
14.1 km from Central
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (3,006 reviews)
"Comfortable stay, clean room, location was great."
United States
Ivonne
The price is RM508
RM560 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Ayres Hotel Orange
Bar (on property)

17. Hotel Huntington Beach

Hotel Huntington Beach
3.0 star property
11.3 km from Central
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (3,352 reviews)
"Nice clean hotel great price"
United States
Michael
The price is RM377
RM437 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Hotel Huntington Beach
Free WiFi, bed sheets

18. Orange Grove Inn

Orange Grove Inn
2.5 star property
11.7 km from Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,537 reviews)
"Great hotel!"
United States
Fausto
The price is RM358
RM405 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Orange Grove Inn
Lobby

19. Hyatt Regency Orange County

Hyatt Regency Orange County
4.0 star property
14.1 km from Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (6,029 reviews)
"Loved this place, such nice staff!!!"
Canada
Julie
The price is RM435
RM605 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Hyatt Regency Orange County
Terrace/patio

20. Hotel Fera Anaheim, a DoubleTree by Hilton

Hotel Fera Anaheim, a DoubleTree by Hilton
4.0 star property
14.1 km from Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (4,570 reviews)
"Hotel was clean and breakfast was nice"
United States
Clement
The price is RM497
RM548 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Hotel Fera Anaheim, a DoubleTree by Hilton
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Where to stay in Central

Find the best Central 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 Time Nightclub and Orange County Fair and Events Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

A person sitting on a colorful striped pathway surrounded by greenery and trees.
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Open Photo by K Bianca

Westside Costa Mesa

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

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.

A white building with a red-tiled roof, a large circular window, and a bell tower.

Downtown Costa Mesa

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

Sobeca District

If you're spending some time in Sobeca District, The Camp and The LAB Antimall are top sights worth seeing.

Top Central Hotel Reviews

Hilton Anaheim

Hilton Anaheim

10/10 Excellent
"Very accommodating"
Rocio 1-night trip
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Hilton Anaheim

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Central?
Travellers to Costa Mesa's Central neighbourhood will be sure to enjoy a stay here. Make sure that you visit Pacific Amphitheatre and Orange County Fair and Events Center as part of your Central travel plans.
What's a favourite place to stay in Central?
For your stay in Central, Harbor bay inn is one of the top choices based on our traveller data.
How many hotels can I expect to find in Central?
When you want to put your feet up after a day of exploring the sights in Costa Mesa, you can choose from 12 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Central.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Central, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals in Central.
What can I see and do in this Costa Mesa neighbourhood?
While you're in Central, you could catch a show at Pacific Amphitheatre or Orange County Fair & Exposition Center - The Hangar. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Orange County Fair and Events Center and Time Nightclub are some other places worth a visit. Costa Mesa Farmers' Market, America's Family Pet Expo and The Hangar are just a few of the places to visit in and around Central. When you're sightseeing in Costa Mesa, Mesa Verde Shopping Center and Costa Mesa Tennis Center are also worth a stop.