What's it like in Central?

Travelers to Costa Mesa's Central neighborhood will be sure to enjoy a stay in this neighborhood. Be sure to check out Orange County Fair and Events Center and Pacific Amphitheatre as part of your Central travel plans.

What's a favorite place to stay in Central?

For your stay in Central, Harbor bay inn is one of the top choices based on our traveler data.

How many hotels are there in the Central area?

When you want to kick up your feet after a day of exploring the sights in Costa Mesa, you can choose from 14 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in Central.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Central, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals in Central.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Central?

For additional details about updating your trip to Central or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/ .

What can I see and do in this Costa Mesa neighborhood?

While you're in Central, you can catch a show at Pacific Amphitheatre or Orange County Fair & Exposition Center - The Hangar. As you're discovering the neighborhood, Orange County Fair and Events Center and Costa Mesa Farmers' Market are some other places worth a visit. America's Family Pet Expo, The Hangar, and Mesa Verde Shopping Center are just a few of the places to visit in and around Central. When you're sightseeing in Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa Tennis Center and Costa Mesa Country Club are also worth a stop.

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1. Harbor bay inn

Central

Kellie

￥17,575 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A spacious lobby with a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a desk with a computer.

2. Travelodge by Wyndham Costa Mesa Newport Beach Hacienda

Central

James

￥14,392 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A building with a sign reading "COZY III" and a staircase leading to an upper level.

3. Cozy Inn

Central

Jason

￥12,804 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

4. Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

2.4 km from Central

Dale

￥23,887 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a wooden headboard, and a bedside table with a lamp.

5. OC Hotel Costa Mesa

East Side Costa Mesa, 0.8 km from Central

michael

￥21,889 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A modern lounge area with seating arrangements, a staircase, and a view of the upper floors.

6. Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport

5.9 km from Central

Cynthia

￥27,985 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

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

7. Hyatt Regency Irvine

6.5 km from Central

CRISTOFER

￥39,021 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

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

8. Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

5.7 km from Central

Dwayne

￥25,607 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large window offering a view of the outside.

9. Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North

7.3 km from Central

Kwadwo

￥19,436 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A hotel room with a sofa, ottoman, and a table. There is a large window with a view of other buildings and a balcony.

10. Sonesta Select Huntington Beach Fountain Valley

6.7 km from Central

Joshua

￥16,073 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel room with two beds, a large ocean wave painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

11. Costa Mesa Inn

Mesa Verde, 1.3 km from Central

Jesse

￥13,967 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

7.4 km from Central

Camilla

￥21,831 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A stone fire pit surrounded by palm trees and chairs in an outdoor seating area.

13. MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

7.4 km from Central

Yvonne

￥16,578 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

14. Ayres Hotel Fountain Valley - Huntington Beach

6.6 km from Central

R

￥29,361 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern bar area with a wooden counter, orange bar stools, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

15. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Orange County Airport

7.3 km from Central

Chanho

￥16,348 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, palm trees, and outdoor seating.

16. Atrium Hotel at Orange County Airport

4.6 km from Central

Elva

￥21,519 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A hotel room with two beds, a bathroom, and a view of a bridge.

17. Orange Grove Inn

11.7 km from Central

jocelyn

￥14,494 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern living room with a staircase, a sofa, and a small dining area.

18. Lemon Heights Inn

11.8 km from Central

Saurav

￥15,755 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A restaurant interior with a high ceiling, hanging red pendant lights, a large mirror, and a seating area with a sofa and cushioned chairs.

19. Hotel Huntington Beach

11.3 km from Central

Dylan

￥15,327 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A spacious living area with a large wooden table, comfortable seating, a fireplace, and decorative plants.

20. Ayres Hotel Orange

14.1 km from Central

Vicente

￥21,792 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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Where to stay in Central

Find the best Central areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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East Side Costa Mesa

Though East Side Costa Mesa might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Orange County Fair and Events Center and Pacific Amphitheatre.

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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.

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A coastal town with red-roofed houses, palm trees, and a view of the ocean and mountains in the background.

Mesa Verde

While visiting Mesa Verde, you might make a stop by sights like Costa Mesa Country Club and Mesa Verde Shopping Center.

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Downtown Costa Mesa

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

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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.

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Top Central Hotel Reviews

Hilton Anaheim

10/10 Excellent

"Not much to complain about! just about nothing actually with the exception of one thing. The water bottles were not complimentary for a hotel like this i think it should be"

Hotel Lulu, BW Premier Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed at this hotel for my Disney trip! I did not use parking so I’m unsure of the cost. The beds were nice but if you’re a light sleeper you would not like this hotel due to the AC noise (unless you’re okay with turning it off). We never had to walk to Disney, there was a free shuttle to Downtown Disney! When you are HEADING to Disney you get there in about 5 minutes. Coming BACK to the hotel you are technically the last stop but my friend and I got off at the Sheraton Hotel (it’s directly across the street from Lulu) and walked across the street. They say it’s about an 25 minutes bus ride but get off and cross the street you’ll save time! We didn’t try breakfast so we’re unsure. There is a hotel bar that is available as well."

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Our top choices for Central hotels

1. Harbor bay inn

2. Travelodge by Wyndham Costa Mesa Newport Beach Hacienda

3. Cozy Inn

4. Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

5. OC Hotel Costa Mesa

6. Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport

7. Hyatt Regency Irvine

8. Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

9. Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North

10. Sonesta Select Huntington Beach Fountain Valley

11. Costa Mesa Inn

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

13. MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

14. Ayres Hotel Fountain Valley - Huntington Beach

15. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Orange County Airport

16. Atrium Hotel at Orange County Airport

17. Orange Grove Inn

18. Lemon Heights Inn

19. Hotel Huntington Beach

20. Ayres Hotel Orange

Where to stay in Central

East Side Costa Mesa

Westside Costa Mesa

Mesa Verde

Downtown Costa Mesa

South Coast Metro

Top Central Hotel Reviews

Hilton Anaheim

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