Downtown Costa Mesa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Costa Mesa
Popular places to visit
Orange County Fair and Events Center
Enjoy a stop at Orange County Fair and Events Center, an entertaining place to visit in Costa Mesa. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
South Coast Plaza
During your visit to Costa Mesa, you can do some window-shopping at South Coast Plaza. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Segerstrom Center for the Arts
This majestic venue is the heart and soul of Orange County’s performing arts community.
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 theatre scene and entertainment choices in this romantic area.
Time Nightclub
After visiting Time Nightclub, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Costa Mesa.
Tiki Bar
Tiki Bar is just one of the places to see in Costa Mesa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
Activities
Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach
Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island
Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
The Escape Game: 60-Minute Adventures at Irvine Spectrum
Our pick of the best Downtown Costa Mesa Hotel Deals
Hilton Anaheim
"Very clean and staff really friendly!!"
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
"The walls are really thin so there was a crying baby in the room next to us. We could hear the baby crying when we were trying to fall asleep. Also we were on the side of two busy streets. I will not stay here again."
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
"The room is clean we enjoyed our stay our first day there. It was only one tall in the bathroom the second day there there was no towels in the bathroom. The room key had to go down to the desk and replace it twice because it went open the door. The breakfast is absolutely outstanding. and the people ..."
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Grand Legacy At the Park
"It was a nice place to stay. Conveniently walkable to Disneyland. The pictures didn’t match room we got. The air conditioner on wall was very loud. Mattress was not comfortable"
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Hyatt Regency Orange County
"Very patient and helpful staff"
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Hotel Huntington Beach
"It was a great stay."
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Costa Mesa
East Side Costa Mesa
When in East Side Costa Mesa, you can plan a visit to Orange County Fair and Events Center and Pacific Amphitheatre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Westside Costa Mesa
If you're spending some time in Westside Costa Mesa, The Wayfarer and Tiki Bar are top sights worth seeing.
Mesa Verde
If you're spending some time in Mesa Verde, Costa Mesa Country Club and Mesa Verde Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.
Central
While visiting Central, you might make a stop by sights like Orange County Fair and Events Center and Pacific Amphitheatre.
Sobeca District
If you're spending some time in Sobeca District, The Camp and The LAB Antimall are top sights worth seeing.
