The Best Hotels Closest to South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa for 2026

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A hotel with multiple floors, outdoor seating areas, and lush greenery.

An indoor courtyard with multiple seating areas, palm trees, and umbrellas.

A hotel entrance with a patterned curtain, a tiled walkway, and a car parked outside.

A modern interior with a large, circular chandelier, vertical garden walls, and a patterned curtain.

1. Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

0.9 km from South Coast Plaza

Alicia

₩212,414

₩236,193 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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 room with two sofas, a coffee table, and a dining table with lamps. Large windows offer a city view.

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

2. The Westin South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa

0.5 km from South Coast Plaza

Adam

₩254,550

₩320,935 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

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

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

A restaurant with wooden beams, marble tables, and leather booths.

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

3. Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

2.9 km from South Coast Plaza

Jodee

₩175,477

₩195,123 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

4. Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton

2.4 km from South Coast Plaza

Antonio

₩176,533

₩199,482 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

An outdoor bar area with seating, a fire pit, and a bar stocked with bottles.

A hotel with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a view of the surrounding cityscape.

A hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a bed, and a large window with a view of palm trees and buildings.

A large hotel with multiple floors, a swimming pool, and well-maintained gardens.

5. Costa Mesa Marriott

1 km from South Coast Plaza

Ameli

₩186,851

₩207,810 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A spacious lobby with a grand chandelier, a red armchair, and a sofa.

A spacious lobby with a large arched glass door, a chandelier, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.

A hotel entrance with a sign for Best Western Plus, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, a chandelier, and a staircase.

6. Best Western Plus Newport Mesa Inn

3.1 km from South Coast Plaza

PENG

₩201,365

₩223,516 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A hotel room with a grey sofa, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a lamp, and a view of palm trees through the window.

A modern concert hall with a large arched entrance and a glass facade.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a window with curtains.

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

7. Crowne Plaza Costa Mesa Orange County by IHG

Sobeca District, 0.8 km from South Coast Plaza

Emilio

₩188,205

₩203,629 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A modern lounge area with a circular seating arrangement, a central coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen counter, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, a chair, and a sofa.

8. SpringHill Suites Irvine John Wayne Airport/Orange County

2.9 km from South Coast Plaza

cesar

₩205,209

₩226,138 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows offering views of the outdoors, and a modern interior design.

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

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

9. Residence Inn by Marriott Costa Mesa Newport Beach

South Coast Metro, 1.3 km from South Coast Plaza

Sarah

₩242,364

₩269,295 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern hotel with a pool, palm trees, and a parking area.

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel entrance with a covered walkway, palm trees, and a flower bed.

A cozy outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a central fire feature.

A modern bar area with a curved counter, multiple seating options, and a variety of liquor bottles and glasses.

10. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Ana Orange County

2.3 km from South Coast Plaza

Brittany

₩163,841

₩185,460 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A motel with a row of rooms, a covered entrance, and parked cars.

A motel with a row of rooms, each with a blue door and a window with a decorative grille.

A hotel with a covered outdoor area, a parking lot, and a building with a blue roof.

A bathroom with a shower, toilet, and towel rack.

11. Star Inn Motel

East Side Costa Mesa, 3.1 km from South Coast Plaza

Maximo

₩108,454

₩117,131 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

An outdoor seating area with fire pits, umbrellas, and lounge chairs.

A swimming pool area with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a building in the background.

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A reception area with a dark reception desk, potted plants, and a view through the glass doors.

12. Hilton Irvine/Orange County Airport

3.2 km from South Coast Plaza

Sarina

₩183,812

₩202,552 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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 hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

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

13. Motel 6 Costa Mesa, CA

Halecrest, 2.7 km from South Coast Plaza

Dalton

₩129,970

₩140,571 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

A hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a wardrobe, and a door leading to a bathroom.

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.

14. Staybridge Suites Irvine - John Wayne Airport IHG

South Coast Metro, 1.2 km from South Coast Plaza

ANTONETTE

₩219,730

₩245,015 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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

A hotel pool area with sun loungers, a covered seating area, and a building with multiple balconies.

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

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a staircase, and a large window.

15. Atrium Hotel at Orange County Airport

3.2 km from South Coast Plaza

Mayjesma

₩218,042

₩240,271 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of a water body and buildings.

A hotel room with a large bed, a view of high-rise buildings, and a window with curtains.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, seating, and large windows offering a city view.

A modern hotel room with a sofa set, a dining table, and a kitchen area.

16. voco Orange County - Airport by IHG

2.4 km from South Coast Plaza

Gabriela

₩172,536

₩195,305 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

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

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, potted plants, and a vending machine.

17. Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa

Mesa Verde, 2.9 km from South Coast Plaza

Jordan

₩109,673

₩118,447 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, TV, and ceiling fan.

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

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

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

Mesa Verde, 3 km from South Coast Plaza

Shannon

₩96,359

₩104,068 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A modern outdoor lounge area with seating and a pool, surrounded by a building with balconies and a waterfall feature.

An outdoor lounge area with wicker furniture, a sofa, and a coffee table, featuring ambient lighting and a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel with a large, illuminated facade, a spacious parking area, and a view of the city skyline at night.

A multi-level interior with glass railings, a patterned floor, and recessed lighting.

19. Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa

Sobeca District, 1 km from South Coast Plaza

Robert

₩211,227

₩234,875 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

A hotel with a modern facade, a covered entrance, and a landscaped front yard.

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

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

20. Ayres Hotel Fountain Valley - Huntington Beach

6.2 km from South Coast Plaza

Dieu Van

₩230,314

₩251,491 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

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Compare popular hotels close to South Coast Plaza

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
The Westin South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa	9.2 Wonderful 1,012 reviews	View
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach	9.0 Wonderful 3,437 reviews	View
Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton	9.0 Wonderful 809 reviews	View
Costa Mesa Marriott	9.0 Wonderful 1,738 reviews	View

Top South Coast Plaza Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency Newport Beach West

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay! Convenient. Quiet. Close to most things."

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Ana Orange County

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was clean and in excellent conditions. The staff was helpful and provided excellent service. Finding a parking slot could be a challenge during the nights"

Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Here a gem, a kept secret of an amazing hotel. It's in the heart of Costa Mesa Mall and lots of spaces to eat and dine. Very nice staff and service was excellent."

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel. Very clean. Spacious rooms."

Star Inn Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Great"

voco Orange County - Airport by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay at this hotel was amazing!!! Would 100% recommend, it’s modern, clean, and the housekeepers were amazing. Anytime we left we came back to a clean room, bed made, new towels, ect. The front desk staff was also so nice everytime we came and went through the lobby!! We will be staying there again!"

Motel 6 Costa Mesa, CA

10/10 Excellent

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

Other attractions near South Coast Plaza

A modern building with curved glass windows and a sign reading "Renee and Henry Seger".

Segerstrom Center for the Arts

8.4/10 (407 reviews)

This majestic venue is the heart and soul of Orange County’s performing arts community.

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A staircase with wooden steps and glass railings.

UC Irvine Langson Orange County Museum of Art

You can spend time exploring the galleries in UC Irvine Langson Orange County Museum of Art in Costa Mesa. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices in this romantic 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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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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The Camp

7.8/10 (214 reviews)

During your visit to Costa Mesa, you can do some window-shopping at The Camp. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this walkable area.

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The LAB Antimall

7.2/10 (77 reviews)

During your trip to Costa Mesa, you can do some window-shopping at The LAB Antimall. Discover the entertainment choices in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.

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Tewinkle Park

7.6/10 (112 reviews)

After visiting Tewinkle Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Costa Mesa. Discover the entertainment choices in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.

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Costa Mesa Tennis Center

Catch an event at Costa Mesa Tennis Center during your trip to Costa Mesa.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around South Coast Plaza?

South Coast Plaza is located in a welcoming area of Costa Mesa known for its fun-filled attractions and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 49 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near South Coast Plaza?

Adjacent to South Coast Plaza, The Westin South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good choices within a short distance include Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa and Crowne Plaza Costa Mesa Orange County by IHG.

How many hotels can I expect to find near South Coast Plaza?

Expedia has 49 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from South Coast Plaza.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near South Coast Plaza, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view top deals close to South Coast Plaza.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near South Coast Plaza?

To find more details about changing or cancelling your stay near South Coast Plaza, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near South Coast Plaza?

You'll want to browse the collections at Heritage Museum of Orange County, Old Orange County Courthouse, and UC Irvine Langson Orange County Museum of Art. You can check out the local talent at Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Orange County Fair & Exposition Center - The Hangar, and Pacific Amphitheatre. Local parks like Fairview Park, Fountain Valley Recreation Center, and Tewinkle Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air.

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Our top choices for South Coast Plaza hotels

1. Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

2. The Westin South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa

3. Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

4. Hotel Zessa Orange County Airport, a DoubleTree by Hilton

5. Costa Mesa Marriott

6. Best Western Plus Newport Mesa Inn

7. Crowne Plaza Costa Mesa Orange County by IHG

8. SpringHill Suites Irvine John Wayne Airport/Orange County

9. Residence Inn by Marriott Costa Mesa Newport Beach

10. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Ana Orange County

11. Star Inn Motel

12. Hilton Irvine/Orange County Airport

13. Motel 6 Costa Mesa, CA

14. Staybridge Suites Irvine - John Wayne Airport IHG

15. Atrium Hotel at Orange County Airport

16. voco Orange County - Airport by IHG

17. Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa

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

19. Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa

20. Ayres Hotel Fountain Valley - Huntington Beach

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Top South Coast Plaza Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency Newport Beach West

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Ana Orange County

Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

Star Inn Motel

voco Orange County - Airport by IHG

Motel 6 Costa Mesa, CA

Other attractions near South Coast Plaza

Segerstrom Center for the Arts

UC Irvine Langson Orange County Museum of Art

Regal Edwards Metro Pointe

Metro Pointe at South Coast

The Camp

The LAB Antimall

Tewinkle Park

Costa Mesa Tennis Center

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