Downtown Costa Mesa Travel Guide

Costa Mesa

A white building with a red-tiled roof, a large circular window, and a bell tower.
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Stay near popular Downtown Costa Mesa attractions

Time Nightclub

After visiting Time Nightclub, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Costa Mesa.
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Things to do

Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

฿1,100
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

฿2,491
per adult
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
Relaxing Sunset Cruise in Newport Beach

Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach

฿835
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach
Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island

Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island

฿1,569
per adult
Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island
Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff

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

฿1,958
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff
Mosaic Art Classes: Turkish Lamp Workshop

Mosaic Art Classes Orange County: Turkish Lamp Workshop

฿2,971
per adult
Mosaic Art Classes Orange County: Turkish Lamp Workshop
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Top hotels in Downtown Costa Mesa

Hilton Anaheim

Hilton Anaheim

4 out of 5
777 W Convention Way Anaheim CA
The price is ฿4,847 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
฿4,847
฿5,729 total
31 Oct - 1 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,860 reviews)
"I’ve stayed here 3 times now while going to Disneyland. Everytime the front desk, concierge, bell man, & housekeeping are always amazing. Even the people at the market are so polite and have the best coffee. I requested more Kleenex & coffee and they brought it right up. The pillows were super soft. ..."

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2026

Hilton Anaheim
Desert Palms Hotel & Suites

Desert Palms Hotel & Suites

3 out of 5
631 W Katella Ave Anaheim CA
The price is ฿5,133 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿5,133
฿6,005 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,775 reviews)
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Reviewed on 23 Oct 2026

Desert Palms Hotel & Suites
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel

Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel

3.5 out of 5
900 S Disneyland Dr Anaheim CA
The price is ฿5,679 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿5,679
฿6,655 total
1 Nov - 2 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 ...
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
The Queen Mary

The Queen Mary

3 out of 5
1126 Queens Hwy Long Beach CA
The price is ฿5,129 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
฿5,129
฿6,737 total
15 Nov - 16 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! (5,001 reviews)
". Such a historic and charming hotel."

Reviewed on 23 Oct 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
The price is ฿5,395 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿5,395
฿6,312 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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 ...
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 ฿4,805 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
฿4,805
฿6,417 total
5 Nov - 6 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
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Where to stay in Downtown Costa Mesa

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

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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Westside Costa Mesa

If you're spending some time in Westside Costa Mesa, The Wayfarer 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.

Downtown Costa Mesa Travel Guide