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Our top choices for The Observatory hotels

Terrace/patio
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 P6,401
P7,272 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
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 P5,073
P5,488 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 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
Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, 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 P4,193
P4,528 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
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 P9,924
P10,837 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Ayres Hotel Fountain Valley - Huntington Beach
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 P7,939
P8,828 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Outdoor pool, open 5:30 AM to 11:00 PM, 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, (1005)
"Yes, it was a great stay. "
United States
Juan
The price is P9,983
P12,584 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
The Westin South Coast Plaza, 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, (1009)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Juan
The price is P5,931
P6,595 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 25 - Dec 26
Crowne Plaza Costa Mesa Orange County by IHG
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 P6,459
P7,188 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Costa Mesa Marriott
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 P5,537
P6,257 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton
Terrace/patio
Residence Inn by Marriott Costa Mesa Newport Beach

Residence Inn by Marriott Costa Mesa Newport Beach

Residence Inn by Marriott Costa Mesa Newport Beach
3.0 star property
3.2 km from The Observatory
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (850)
"Good for pets!"
United States
jeffrey
The price is P10,511
P11,679 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Residence Inn by Marriott Costa Mesa Newport Beach
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, (1007)
"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 P7,183
P7,973 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
Best Western Plus Newport Mesa Inn
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
Sports facility
Sonesta ES Suites Huntington Beach Fountain Valley

Sonesta ES Suites Huntington Beach Fountain Valley

Sonesta ES Suites Huntington Beach Fountain Valley
3.0 star property
3.7 km from The Observatory
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Great facilities, neat clean room, great food at breakfast and safe environment for my family. "
United States
Misael
The price is P7,340
P8,078 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
Sonesta ES Suites Huntington Beach Fountain Valley
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, (2996)
"Great place to stay "
United States
Alan
The price is P8,162
P9,076 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
Terrace/patio
Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa

Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa

Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa
4.0 star property
3.5 km from The Observatory
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1004)
"Easy check in, amazing atmosphere and very clean."
United States
Jeovonti
The price is P8,590
P9,551 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 25 - Dec 26
Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa
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, (1007)
"Convenient location, clean rooms and staff was amazing "
United States
Anna
The price is P7,175
P7,906 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
Hampton Inn & Suites Irvine-Orange County Airport
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Costa Mesa Inn

Costa Mesa Inn

Costa Mesa Inn
3.0 star property
3.4 km from The Observatory
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1289)
"Love the huge rooms with tubs, clean and modern "
United States
Darrick
Costa Mesa Inn
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 P9,582
P10,559 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Homewood Suites By Hilton Irvine John Wayne Airport
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace
Sonesta Select Huntington Beach Fountain Valley

Sonesta Select Huntington Beach Fountain Valley

Sonesta Select Huntington Beach Fountain Valley
3.0 star property
3.6 km from The Observatory
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1533)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Leslie
The price is P5,337
P5,835 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026
Sonesta Select Huntington Beach Fountain Valley
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Top The Observatory Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Costa Mesa / Newport Beach

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Costa Mesa / Newport Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Great customer service!"
Luis 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Costa Mesa / Newport Beach

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4.1/5 (38 reviews)
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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 12 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 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 Motel 6 Costa Mesa, CA.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to The Observatory?
Expedia has 12 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.
What can I see and do near The Observatory?
Old Orange County Courthouse, Kellogg House, and Heritage Museum of Orange County feature captivating exhibits. You can enjoy live performances at Segerstrom Center for the Arts and Yost Theater. Enjoy the outdoors at Huntington Beach Sports Complex, Fountain Valley Recreation Center, or Tewinkle Park.