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Our top choices for The Observatory hotels

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Courtyard by Marriott Costa Mesa South Coast Metro

Courtyard by Marriott Costa Mesa South Coast Metro

Courtyard by Marriott Costa Mesa South Coast Metro
3.0 star property
0.8 km from The Observatory
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Clean room, safe / nice area, walkable restaurants and close to the observatory. Easy check in, great staff 10/10 "
United States
River
The price is ฿3,423
฿3,889 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Courtyard by Marriott Costa Mesa South Coast Metro
Reception
Motel 6 Costa Mesa, CA

Motel 6 Costa Mesa, CA

Motel 6 Costa Mesa, CA
2.0 star property
1.4 km from The Observatory
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1002)
"Great staff, clean room"
United States
Emmanuela
The price is ฿2,713
฿2,935 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Motel 6 Costa Mesa, CA
Outdoor pool
Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa

Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa

Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa
2.0 star property
1.4 km from The Observatory
6.6 out of 10, (1117)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Rafaela
Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa
Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Costa Mesa / Newport Beach

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Costa Mesa / Newport Beach

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Costa Mesa / Newport Beach
3.0 star property
1 km from The Observatory
5.2 out of 10, (1177)
"Loved my stay, very clean and nice"
United States
Gavino
The price is ฿2,287
฿2,469 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Costa Mesa / Newport Beach
Lobby
Ayres Hotel Fountain Valley - Huntington Beach

Ayres Hotel Fountain Valley - Huntington Beach

Ayres Hotel Fountain Valley - Huntington Beach
3.0 star property
3.5 km from The Observatory
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1457)
"Great place to stay and excellent service "
United States
Thania
The price is ฿5,308
฿5,796 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Ayres Hotel Fountain Valley - Huntington Beach
Lobby
Homewood Suites By Hilton Irvine John Wayne Airport

Homewood Suites By Hilton Irvine John Wayne Airport

Homewood Suites By Hilton Irvine John Wayne Airport
3.0 star property
6 km from The Observatory
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1006)
"Excellent room and overall great condition of the hotel"
United States
carlos
The price is ฿5,125
฿5,648 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Homewood Suites By Hilton Irvine John Wayne Airport
Outdoor pool, open 5:30 AM to 11:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)
The Westin South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa

The Westin South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa

The Westin South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa
4.0 star property
3.2 km from The Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Yes, it was a great stay. "
United States
Juan
The price is ฿5,308
฿6,696 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
The Westin South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa
Bar (on property)
Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
3.5 km from The Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1007)
"My family was very pleased with the hotel and their stay. "
United States
Dianna
The price is ฿4,246
฿4,722 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Costa Mesa Marriott

Costa Mesa Marriott

Costa Mesa Marriott
4.0 star property
3.7 km from The Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1400)
"Room was clean & breakfast was good."
United States
Sally
The price is ฿3,431
฿3,818 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Costa Mesa Marriott
Lobby
Hampton Inn & Suites Irvine-Orange County Airport

Hampton Inn & Suites Irvine-Orange County Airport

Hampton Inn & Suites Irvine-Orange County Airport
3.0 star property
6.1 km from The Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1006)
"Convenient location, clean rooms and staff was amazing "
United States
Anna
The price is ฿3,837
฿4,229 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Hampton Inn & Suites Irvine-Orange County Airport
Exterior
Element Irvine

Element Irvine

Element Irvine
3.0 star property
6.2 km from The Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (565)
"Enjoyed my stay."
United States
Johnnie
The price is ฿4,777
฿5,264 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Element Irvine
Breakfast and dinner served
Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton

Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton

Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton
4.0 star property
4.7 km from The Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (573)
"Great place!"
United States
Sintia
The price is ฿2,962
฿3,347 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
OC Hotel Costa Mesa

OC Hotel Costa Mesa

OC Hotel Costa Mesa
2.5 star property
4.9 km from The Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1471)
"Excellent hotel "
United States
Frederic
OC Hotel Costa Mesa
Exterior
Crowne Plaza Costa Mesa Orange County by IHG

Crowne Plaza Costa Mesa Orange County by IHG

Crowne Plaza Costa Mesa Orange County by IHG
3.5 star property
3.4 km from The Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1008)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Juan
The price is ฿3,172
฿3,527 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Crowne Plaza Costa Mesa Orange County by IHG
Lobby
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
4.0 star property
5 km from The Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2995)
"Great place to stay "
United States
Alan
The price is ฿4,366
฿4,854 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
Sports facility
Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa

Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa

Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa
4.0 star property
8.6 km from The Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1004)
"Wonderful place to stay "
United States
Tina
The price is ฿7,224
฿10,033 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa
Sports facility
Hyatt House Irvine/John Wayne Airport

Hyatt House Irvine/John Wayne Airport

Hyatt House Irvine/John Wayne Airport
3.0 star property
6.8 km from The Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"The hotel was clean and the employees were very nice "
United States
Gail
The price is ฿4,523
฿4,984 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan 2026
Hyatt House Irvine/John Wayne Airport
View from room
Kimpton Shorebreak Huntington Beach Resort by IHG

Kimpton Shorebreak Huntington Beach Resort by IHG

Kimpton Shorebreak Huntington Beach Resort by IHG
4.0 star property
9.2 km from The Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1086)
"The Shorebreak is fantastic place to stay. "
United States
Paul
The price is ฿7,444
฿10,219 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Kimpton Shorebreak Huntington Beach Resort by IHG
Lobby lounge
Best Western Plus Newport Mesa Inn

Best Western Plus Newport Mesa Inn

Best Western Plus Newport Mesa Inn
3.0 star property
4.5 km from The Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"Great free breakfast and super quiet. Right near freeway entrance for easy access to basically anywhere you want to go "
United States
Kathryn
The price is ฿3,842
฿4,264 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Best Western Plus Newport Mesa Inn
Exterior
Pendry Newport Beach

Pendry Newport Beach

Pendry Newport Beach
4.5 star property
9.6 km from The Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (456)
"Great stay! Will definitely stay again!"
United States
M.Cyrus
The price is ฿9,894
฿13,388 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Pendry 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.
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Top The Observatory Hotel Reviews

Costa Mesa Inn

Costa Mesa Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Love the huge rooms with tubs, clean and modern "
Darrick 1-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Costa Mesa Inn

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South Coast Plaza

4.5/5 (681 reviews)
During your visit to Costa Mesa, you can do some window-shopping at South Coast Plaza. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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SoCo Collection

4.1/5 (38 reviews)
During your visit to Costa Mesa, you can enjoy retail therapy at SoCo Collection. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its entertainment choices.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around The Observatory?
The Observatory is located in a welcoming area of Santa Ana known for its cosy cafes and fun-filled attractions. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 12 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near The Observatory?
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Costa Mesa / Newport Beach is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (1 km) from The Observatory. Other good choices within a short distance include Courtyard by Marriott Costa Mesa South Coast Metro and Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa.
How many hotels are there close to The Observatory?
Expedia has 12 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from The Observatory.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near The Observatory, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near The Observatory.
What can I see and do near The Observatory?
Heritage Museum of Orange County, Old Orange County Courthouse and Kellogg House feature captivating exhibits. You can enjoy live performances at Segerstrom Center for the Arts and Yost Theater. Enjoy the outdoors at Fountain Valley Recreation Center, Huntington Beach Sports Complex or Tewinkle Park.