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An outdoor seating area with a circular fire pit surrounded by wicker furniture and a stone fire table.

A modern bar area with high stools, a counter, and a wine display.

A refrigerated display case with various beverages and snacks, a sign reading "the market", and a wooden wall with the word "market" in illuminated letters.

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

1. Courtyard by Marriott Costa Mesa South Coast Metro

0.8 km from The Observatory

Cheryl

￥22,281

￥25,292 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a covered seating area with umbrellas.

A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a TV, a desk with a chair, and a kitchen area with a refrigerator.

Two monitors, a keyboard, and a mouse on a desk with a wooden panel and a granite countertop.

A hotel reception area with a map of Costa Mesa, a clock, and a sign for Marriott Bonvoy.

2. Residence Inn by Marriott Costa Mesa Newport Beach

3.2 km from The Observatory

Sarah

￥28,176

￥31,307 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A reception desk with a wooden slat design, a large number '6' sign, and a door to the right.

A hotel with a swimming pool, multiple balconies, and palm trees.

A motel with two-story buildings, each with a balcony and a blue door. There are two cars parked in front.

A reception area with a digital kiosk, a coffee machine, and a branded coffee maker.

3. Motel 6 Costa Mesa, CA

1.4 km from The Observatory

Dalton

￥15,110

￥16,342 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A spacious lobby with multiple seating areas, including sofas and tables, and a fireplace.

A gym with treadmills, a person holding a laundry basket, and a clock on the wall.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A snack display with various chips and snacks.

4. Staybridge Suites Irvine - John Wayne Airport IHG

2 km from The Observatory

ANTONETTE

￥25,605

￥28,551 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a black countertop, and a window overlooking a parking area.

A hotel corridor with green doors, numbered room 116, and a covered walkway with a small tree and hanging plants.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

An aerial view of a swimming pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a parking lot.

5. Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa

1.4 km from The Observatory

Jordan

￥12,750

￥13,770 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with a painting.

A gym with stationary bikes, elliptical machines, and a mirrored wall.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, tiled flooring, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A room with a window overlooking a harbor, a white table, two orange chairs, and a door.

6. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Costa Mesa / Newport Beach

1.1 km from The Observatory

Shannon

￥11,198

￥12,093 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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

A hotel with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a dresser.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, string lights, and greenery.

7. Ayres Hotel Fountain Valley - Huntington Beach

3.5 km from The Observatory

Dieu Van

￥26,753

￥29,213 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A spacious lobby with a modern ceiling design, a central fireplace, and comfortable seating areas.

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a fire pit, and palm trees.

A spacious hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, including yellow armchairs and tables, a large sofa, and a television mounted on a pillar.

A hotel with a modern facade, multiple windows, and a prominent sign reading "HOMEWOOD SUITES by Hilton".

8. Homewood Suites By Hilton Irvine John Wayne Airport

6 km from The Observatory

Briana

￥28,526

￥31,434 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

A modern hotel entrance with a covered lobby, a reception desk, and seating areas.

A hotel pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and palm trees.

A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, a dining area, and a decorative rock garden.

9. Hyatt Regency Irvine

7.6 km from The Observatory

CRISTOFER

￥35,260

￥38,855 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a bathroom with a mirror.

A building with two black doors, a textured wall, and a small illuminated panel above the doors.

A motel with a large sign, a covered parking area, and a clear blue sky.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a bathroom, and a TV.

10. Harbor bay inn

5.8 km from The Observatory

Trish

￥15,746

￥17,006 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a glass-top fire feature, and a brick wall backdrop.

A modern kitchen with a built-in refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker, a dining area with bar stools, and a large window offering a city view.

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar area, and seating.

11. Hyatt House Irvine/John Wayne Airport

6.8 km from The Observatory

Timothy

￥22,667

￥24,978 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, string lights, and a flag.

A modern hotel lobby with a large seating area, a bar, and large windows offering a view of the countryside.

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a variety of seating options including tables and chairs.

12. Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

6.5 km from The Observatory

Peter

￥19,519

￥24,978 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern dining area with a long table, multiple chairs, a potted plant, and a kitchen area with appliances and a coffee station.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a pool with blue tiles, and a building with a number '221' on the wall.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a television screen.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a sofa, a desk, and a large window.

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Irvine-Orange County Airport

6.1 km from The Observatory

Tyler

￥20,523

￥22,615 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tall palm trees and a high-rise building.

A bar area with a bar counter, seating, and a staircase leading up to it.

A modern bar area with a circular bar counter, surrounded by orange chairs and a round table.

An indoor dining area with wooden tables and white chairs, large trees, and hanging spherical lights.

14. Pendry Newport Beach

9.7 km from The Observatory

Alexander

￥49,584

￥68,033 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A rooftop pool with a waterfall, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a fire feature, and a waterfall backdrop.

A hotel entrance with a revolving door, glass doors, and a well-lit interior.

A series of stone steps with water cascading down, surrounded by palm trees and potted plants.

15. The Westin South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa

3.2 km from The Observatory

Adam

￥29,569

￥37,281 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A rooftop bar with outdoor seating, a pool, and palm trees.

A hotel with outdoor seating areas, palm trees, and a pool.

A spacious lobby with wicker chairs, a leather sofa, and large windows offering a view of palm trees and a beach.

A spacious lobby with a central water feature, a staircase, and seating areas.

16. The Waterfront Beach Resort, A Hilton Hotel

8.8 km from The Observatory

William

￥36,012

￥49,918 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A Sheraton hotel with a symmetrical facade, multiple floors, and a central entrance.

A hotel with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, stone walls, and a fireplace. Tables are set with chairs, and there are framed artworks on the walls.

A conference room with a long wooden table and multiple chairs, a bar area with shelves of bottles, and a television mounted on the wall.

17. Sheraton Garden Grove-Anaheim South Hotel

9.5 km from The Observatory

Pedro

￥19,975

￥23,409 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

A spacious living room with a patterned sofa, a glass coffee table, and a red floral centerpiece.

A formal outdoor dining area with multiple tables set for a meal, surrounded by a pool and a multi-level building with balconies.

A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fountain, and potted plants.

18. Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

5 km from The Observatory

Helen

￥21,109

￥23,472 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

An outdoor patio with a stone fire table, wicker furniture, and umbrellas.

A conference room with a large wooden table, multiple chairs, and a carpeted floor.

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

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

19. Residence Inn Tustin Orange County

8 km from The Observatory

Fantasia

￥23,926

￥27,083 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A beach scene with a family holding hands.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with a view of palm trees.

A breakfast bar with labeled sections for cereal and fruit, a kettle, and condiments.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, wicker chairs, and a painting on the wall.

20. Holiday Inn Express Newport Beach by IHG

9 km from The Observatory

Jesus

￥29,750

￥32,725 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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Compare popular hotels close to The Observatory

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Courtyard by Marriott Costa Mesa South Coast Metro	8.6 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
Residence Inn by Marriott Costa Mesa Newport Beach	8.6 Excellent 920 reviews	View
Motel 6 Costa Mesa, CA	7.8 Good 1,000 reviews	View
Staybridge Suites Irvine - John Wayne Airport IHG	7.8 Good 10 reviews	View
Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa	6.8 1,230 reviews	View

Top The Observatory Hotel Reviews

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Room is nice & clean, quiet, comfortable bed, staffs are very helpful."

Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa

8/10 Good

"This was conveniently located for my needs. I used the airport shuttle, which was a big help and I felt I was getting good value. The property was clean and the room was quiet. The bed was comfortable. I had a basic room and it was quite large. The property does need some updating-- the carpet is worn in the hallways and in the room. My room and the hallways seemed a bit shabby and dated."

Ayres Hotel Fountain Valley - Huntington Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel to stayed."

Star Inn Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Great"

The Westin South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa

10/10 Excellent

"I enjoyed staying at this hotel"

Courtyard by Marriott Costa Mesa South Coast Metro

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean, and staff super helpful, but it’s quite an old hotel."

Motel 6 Costa Mesa, CA

10/10 Excellent

"My favorite motel 6❤️ Eddie ,Serina & Linda are very helpful and welcoming .. thanks guys 😁"

New Luxury Disney Vacation w/ Game Room

10/10 Excellent

"The house was exactly as advertised and very clean and well kept. The home was equipped with everything you could need besides food of course. We will definitely book this place again if we plan to stay in the area. Communication was great with the owners as well."

Disneyland Days, Surf City Waves, Newport Nights

10/10 Excellent

"Parking was a bit difficult but our host was always available for questions and help! We had a wonderful time and the place is way bigger than the photos show, which was a peasant surprise!"

Other attractions near The Observatory

South Coast Plaza

9.0/10 (1,210 reviews)

During your visit to Costa Mesa, you can search for that perfect souvenir at South Coast Plaza. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Constellation Room

You can make plans for a show at Constellation Room during your trip to Santa Ana. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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SoCo Collection

7.6/10 (95 reviews)

During your visit to Costa Mesa, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at SoCo Collection. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its entertainment choices.

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Massage Envy Spa

4.8/10 (3 reviews)

You can take time to visit Massage Envy Spa during your travels to Costa Mesa. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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Metro Pointe at South Coast

7.2/10 (63 reviews)

During your visit to Costa Mesa, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Metro Pointe at South Coast. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

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Kellogg House

7.8/10 (19 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Kellogg House during your trip to Santa Ana. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

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Heritage Museum of Orange County

7.8/10 (101 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Heritage Museum of Orange County during your travels in Santa Ana. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or experience the entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.

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Regal Edwards Metro Pointe

You can take time to visit Regal Edwards Metro Pointe during your travels to Costa Mesa.

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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 cozy coffeehouses and fun-filled attractions. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 16 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is 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 traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free WiFi. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 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 should I expect to find close to The Observatory?

Expedia has 16 hotels and other accommodations 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! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer near The Observatory.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near The Observatory?

For additional details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near The Observatory, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near The Observatory?

Heritage Museum of Orange County, UC Irvine Langson Orange County Museum of Art, and Old Orange County Courthouse feature captivating exhibits. You can watch performances at Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Pacific Amphitheatre, and Orange County Fair & Exposition Center - The Hangar if you're interested in local theater. Enjoy the outdoors at Huntington Beach Sports Complex, Fountain Valley Recreation Center, or Fairview Park.

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Our top choices for The Observatory hotels

1. Courtyard by Marriott Costa Mesa South Coast Metro

2. Residence Inn by Marriott Costa Mesa Newport Beach

3. Motel 6 Costa Mesa, CA

4. Staybridge Suites Irvine - John Wayne Airport IHG

5. Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa

6. La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Costa Mesa / Newport Beach

7. Ayres Hotel Fountain Valley - Huntington Beach

8. Homewood Suites By Hilton Irvine John Wayne Airport

9. Hyatt Regency Irvine

10. Harbor bay inn

11. Hyatt House Irvine/John Wayne Airport

12. Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Irvine-Orange County Airport

14. Pendry Newport Beach

15. The Westin South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa

16. The Waterfront Beach Resort, A Hilton Hotel

17. Sheraton Garden Grove-Anaheim South Hotel

18. Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

19. Residence Inn Tustin Orange County

20. Holiday Inn Express Newport Beach by IHG

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Top The Observatory Hotel Reviews

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa

Ayres Hotel Fountain Valley - Huntington Beach

Star Inn Motel

The Westin South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa

Courtyard by Marriott Costa Mesa South Coast Metro

Motel 6 Costa Mesa, CA

*New* Luxury Disney Vacation w/ Game Room

Disneyland Days, Surf City Waves, Newport Nights

Other attractions near The Observatory

South Coast Plaza

Constellation Room

SoCo Collection

Massage Envy Spa

Metro Pointe at South Coast

Kellogg House

Heritage Museum of Orange County

Regal Edwards Metro Pointe

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