East Side Costa Mesa Travel Guide

Costa Mesa

A pier extending into the water with birds on the shore and the sky at sunset.
A river with boats, a sandy beach, and houses on a hillside.
A crowded outdoor event with food stalls advertising bacon products.
A bakery display with various donuts and a sign indicating 'Sub Cares'.

Things to do

Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

฿1,307
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach
Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets

Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets

฿3,710
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

฿2,100
per adult
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
Relaxing Sunset Cruise in Newport Beach

Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach

฿616
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach
Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff

Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff

฿2,328
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff
The Depths

60 Minute Adventures at The Escape Game in Orange

฿1,450
per adult
60 Minute Adventures at The Escape Game in Orange
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Top hotels in East Side Costa Mesa

Hilton Anaheim

Hilton Anaheim

4 out of 5
777 W Convention Way Anaheim CA
The price is ฿5,251 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
฿5,251
฿6,201 total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy 4 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Hilton Anaheim
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel

Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel

3.5 out of 5
900 S Disneyland Dr Anaheim CA
The price is ฿5,538 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
฿5,538
฿6,491 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (6,086 reviews)
"Good shuttle service to the park."

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2026

Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
The Queen Mary

The Queen Mary

3 out of 5
1126 Queens Hwy Long Beach CA
The price is ฿4,534 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
฿4,534
฿6,046 total
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Long Beach. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 3 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,039 reviews)
"We knew the walls were thin, but didn't expect our neighbors to have company in their room until 3 am. Also had cold shower but otherwise really cool place to stay"

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2026

The Queen Mary
Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn

Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn

2.5 out of 5
1110 W Katella Ave Anaheim CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿5,101 per night from 13 Dec to 14 Dec
฿5,101
฿5,968 total
13 Dec - 14 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,097 reviews)
"Had a great time with my son. Chose this location due to walking distance to theme parks. Awesome vacation."

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2026

Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
Hyatt Regency Orange County

Hyatt Regency Orange County

4 out of 5
11999 Harbor Blvd Garden Grove CA
The price is ฿4,105 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
฿4,105
฿5,601 total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Garden Grove. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
Hyatt Regency Orange County
Grand Legacy At the Park

Grand Legacy At the Park

4 out of 5
1650 S Harbor Blvd Anaheim CA
The price is ฿7,435 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
฿7,435
฿8,698 total
14 Dec - 15 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (4,836 reviews)
"Great location for Disney"

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2026

Grand Legacy At the Park
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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.
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 person sitting on a colorful striped pathway surrounded by greenery and trees.
Photo by K Bianca
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 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.

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.

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.

East Side Costa Mesa Travel Guide