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Our top choices for Central hotels

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

1. Harbor bay inn

Harbor bay inn
Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (258 reviews)
"Clean room and available parking."
United States
Pamela
The price is P7,304
P7,888 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Harbor bay inn
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

Travelodge by Wyndham Costa Mesa Newport Beach Hacienda
2.0 star property
Central
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"A good place to stay."
United States
James
The price is P5,280
P5,713 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Travelodge by Wyndham Costa Mesa Newport Beach Hacienda
A building with a sign reading "COZY III" and a staircase leading to an upper level.

3. Cozy Inn

Cozy Inn
2.0 star property
Central
6.2 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"LOVE the Cozy Inn! Super affordable, comfortable, quiet, and safe location really close to the beach. Staff was great, gave me a ground floor room as requested. Will definitely stay there again!"
United States
Jason
The price is P4,803
P5,187 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Cozy Inn
A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a high ceiling.

4. Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
4.0 star property
2.4 km from Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,439 reviews)
"Clean and close to the airport."
United States
Darold
The price is P8,472
P9,421 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
A modern hotel entrance with a covered lobby, a reception desk, and seating areas.

5. Hyatt Regency Irvine

Hyatt Regency Irvine
4.0 star property
6.5 km from Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,230 reviews)
"Clean room and nice staff."
United States
William
The price is P14,344
P15,807 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Hyatt Regency Irvine
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

Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport
3.5 star property
5.9 km from Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,858 reviews)
"Nice clean hotel in a quite area."
United States
Cynthia
The price is P9,253
P10,197 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport
An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, a seating area with blue chairs, and a staircase leading to a second level.

7. Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport
3.5 star property
5.7 km from Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,524 reviews)
"Amazing hotel"
United States
Rosalinda
The price is P7,941
P10,162 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a wooden headboard, and a bedside table with a lamp.

8. OC Hotel Costa Mesa

OC Hotel Costa Mesa
2.5 star property
East Side Costa Mesa, 0.8 km from Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,521 reviews)
"Beautiful property and staff."
United States
Loren
The price is P7,418
P8,235 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
OC Hotel Costa Mesa
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

Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North
2.5 star property
7.3 km from Central
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,947 reviews)
"great price comfortable beds and great staff"
United States
raymond
The price is P6,973
P7,879 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North
A hotel with a covered entrance, palm trees, and a well-lit facade.

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

Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG
3.0 star property
7.4 km from Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,623 reviews)
"Clean room , Staff quite presentable and helpfull"
United States
Asghar
The price is P7,044
P7,973 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG
A stone fire pit surrounded by palm trees and chairs in an outdoor seating area.

11. MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels

MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels
2.5 star property
7.4 km from Central
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2,307 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
United States
Yvonne
The price is P5,933
P6,716 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
MainStay Suites John Wayne Airport by Choice Hotels
A modern bar area with a wooden counter, orange bar stools, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

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

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Orange County Airport
3.0 star property
7.3 km from Central
7.8 out of 10, Good, (2,147 reviews)
"Room was clean and breakfast was good and staff were very nice"
United States
Travis Lennox
The price is P5,692
P6,432 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Orange County Airport
A hotel room with two beds, a large ocean wave painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

13. Costa Mesa Inn

Costa Mesa Inn
3.0 star property
Mesa Verde, 1.3 km from Central
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,873 reviews)
"Nice clean and exclusive definitely will stay again"
United States
kayla
The price is P5,821
P6,287 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Costa Mesa Inn
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, multiple seating areas, and a chandelier.

14. Ayres Hotel Fountain Valley - Huntington Beach

Ayres Hotel Fountain Valley - Huntington Beach
3.0 star property
6.6 km from Central
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,702 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
R
The price is P10,893
P11,894 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Ayres Hotel Fountain Valley - Huntington Beach
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a modern architectural design, featuring multiple balconies and a prominent entrance.

15. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG
2.5 star property
10.7 km from Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,233 reviews)
"It was great family stay"
United States
Vishal
The price is P7,108
P8,046 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG
A hotel room with a sofa, ottoman, and a table. There is a large window with a view of other buildings and a balcony.

16. Sonesta Select Huntington Beach Fountain Valley

Sonesta Select Huntington Beach Fountain Valley
3.0 star property
6.7 km from Central
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,934 reviews)
"Fast check in, helpful staff."
United States
Cat
The price is P6,980
P7,628 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Sonesta Select Huntington Beach Fountain Valley
A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, palm trees, and outdoor seating.

17. Atrium Hotel at Orange County Airport

Atrium Hotel at Orange County Airport
3.0 star property
4.6 km from Central
7.4 out of 10, Good, (2,538 reviews)
"Perfect for a stop off between flights or a quick business trip."
United States
DeAnn
The price is P8,472
P9,335 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Atrium Hotel at Orange County Airport
A modern living room with a staircase, a sofa, and a small dining area.

18. Lemon Heights Inn

Lemon Heights Inn
2.5 star property
11.8 km from Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,109 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
James
The price is P5,648
P6,383 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Lemon Heights Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a bathroom, and a view of a bridge.

19. Orange Grove Inn

Orange Grove Inn
2.5 star property
11.7 km from Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,805 reviews)
"We stay here often. Keep coming back because it’s so well ran."
United States
Carlos
The price is P5,187
P5,872 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Orange Grove Inn
A spacious living area with a large wooden table, comfortable seating, a fireplace, and decorative plants.

20. Ayres Hotel Orange

Ayres Hotel Orange
3.5 star property
14.1 km from Central
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (3,177 reviews)
"Great Hotel to stay !"
United States
Vicente
The price is P8,587
P9,463 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Ayres Hotel Orange
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Where to stay in Central

Find the best Central areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A pier extending into the water with birds on the shore and the sky at sunset.

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.

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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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.

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.

Top Central Hotel Reviews

Motel 6 Anaheim Maingate

Motel 6 Anaheim Maingate

8/10 Good
"Good staff decent rooms"
Jason 3-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Motel 6 Anaheim Maingate

Frequently asked questions

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.
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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