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An outdoor seating area with a circular fire pit surrounded by wicker furniture and a stone fire table.

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a Marriott sign, and well-maintained landscaping.

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

A refrigerated display case with various beverages and snacks, a sign reading "the market", and a wooden wall with the word "market" in illuminated letters.

1. Courtyard by Marriott Costa Mesa South Coast Metro

0.8 km from The Observatory

Daniel

3.307.718 ₫

3.755.996 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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

A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a TV, a desk with a chair, and a kitchen area with a refrigerator.

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.

2. Residence Inn by Marriott Costa Mesa Newport Beach

3.2 km from The Observatory

Aaron

4.682.998 ₫

5.203.360 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A reception desk with a wooden slat design, a large number '6' sign, and a door to the right.

A reception area with a digital kiosk, a coffee machine, and a branded coffee maker.

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

A hotel with a swimming pool, multiple balconies, and palm trees.

3. Motel 6 Costa Mesa, CA

1.4 km from The Observatory

Diego

2.506.971 ₫

2.711.447 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a central fire pit, and a stone wall with large windows.

A modern kitchen with dark wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee maker. There is a dining area with two red chairs and a table.

A hotel pool area with a clear pool, palm trees, and a well-lit building facade.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, a stone fireplace, multiple seating areas, and a patterned carpet.

4. Staybridge Suites Irvine - John Wayne Airport IHG

2 km from The Observatory

ANTONETTE

4.135.652 ₫

4.590.585 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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

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

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

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

5. Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa

1.4 km from The Observatory

Destanee

1.997.950 ₫

2.157.786 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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

A room with a window overlooking a harbor, a white table, two orange chairs, and a door.

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

1.1 km from The Observatory

Richard

1.859.530 ₫

2.008.397 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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

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

A hotel with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

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

7. Ayres Hotel Fountain Valley - Huntington Beach

3.5 km from The Observatory

Susan

4.442.502 ₫

4.850.991 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A spacious lobby with a modern ceiling design, a central fireplace, and comfortable seating areas.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a flat-screen TV, a refrigerator, and a microwave.

A hotel with a modern facade, multiple windows, and a prominent sign reading "HOMEWOOD SUITES by Hilton".

A spacious hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, including yellow armchairs and tables, a large sofa, and a television mounted on a pillar.

8. Homewood Suites By Hilton Irvine John Wayne Airport

6 km from The Observatory

Makoto

4.475.931 ₫

4.932.252 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

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

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, marble walls, and a toilet.

A building with two black doors, a textured wall, and a small illuminated panel above the doors.

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

9. Harbor bay inn

5.8 km from The Observatory

heather

2.907.906 ₫

3.140.539 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A modern dining area with a long table, multiple chairs, a potted plant, and a kitchen area with appliances and a coffee station.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a pool with blue tiles, and a building with a number '221' on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a sofa, a desk, and a large window.

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

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Irvine-Orange County Airport

6.1 km from The Observatory

JONGKWAN

3.405.134 ₫

3.752.287 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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

A hotel pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and palm trees.

A rooftop patio with outdoor seating, a dining area, and a decorative rock garden.

A modern hotel entrance with a covered lobby, a reception desk, and seating areas.

11. Hyatt Regency Irvine

7.6 km from The Observatory

CRISTOFER

4.936.113 ₫

5.439.350 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

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

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a pool, and a view of buildings in the background.

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

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

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

3.6 km from The Observatory

Yaping

3.880.203 ₫

4.314.591 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a glass-top fire feature, and a brick wall backdrop.

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar area, and seating.

A modern kitchen with a built-in refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker, a dining area with bar stools, and a large window offering a city view.

13. Hyatt House Irvine/John Wayne Airport

6.8 km from The Observatory

Gabriel

3.751.707 ₫

4.134.194 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A rooftop pool with a waterfall, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

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

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

A hotel entrance with a revolving door, glass doors, and a well-lit interior.

14. The Westin South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa

3.2 km from The Observatory

Andrew

4.639.685 ₫

5.890.468 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

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

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, two round wooden tables with vases of flowers, patterned carpet, and artwork on the walls.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas.

15. OC Hotel Costa Mesa

4.9 km from The Observatory

Ashley

3.380.130 ₫

3.752.154 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A modern bar area with wooden bar counters, green upholstered bar stools, and a large window with a view of greenery.

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

4.8 km from The Observatory

Judith

2.976.816 ₫

3.363.802 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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

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

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

A spacious living room with a patterned sofa, a glass coffee table, and a red floral centerpiece.

17. Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

5 km from The Observatory

Jody

3.337.753 ₫

3.711.415 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

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.

18. Crowne Plaza Costa Mesa Orange County by IHG

3.4 km from The Observatory

jodie

3.186.274 ₫

3.447.444 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A tropical outdoor setting with a wicker table, a glass of beer, and a bottle of Corona Extra being poured.

A resort pool area with multiple swimming pools, lounge chairs, and tables.

A dining table with a plate of food, a glass of wine, and a bread basket.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a patterned carpet, and wooden paneling on the walls.

19. Hyatt Regency Newport Beach West

6 km from The Observatory

Sarah

5.092.815 ₫

5.612.028 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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

A modern hotel lobby with a large seating area, a bar, and large windows offering a view of the countryside.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, string lights, and a flag.

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a variety of seating options including tables and chairs.

20. Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

6.5 km from The Observatory

Tiffany

3.316.859 ₫

4.230.632 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to The Observatory

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Courtyard by Marriott Costa Mesa South Coast Metro	8.6 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Residence Inn by Marriott Costa Mesa Newport Beach	8.6 Excellent 910 reviews	View
Motel 6 Costa Mesa, CA	7.8 Good 1,001 reviews	View
Staybridge Suites Irvine - John Wayne Airport IHG	7.8 Good 10 reviews	View
Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa	6.8 1,186 reviews	View

Top The Observatory Hotel Reviews

Sonesta ES Suites Huntington Beach Fountain Valley

10/10 Excellent

"Nice stay. Little loud by the freeway but close to lots of stuff"

Ayres Hotel Fountain Valley - Huntington Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel to stay for a quick night"

Costa Mesa Inn

10/10 Excellent

"I stay here often over the last 3 years, even before renovations. The staff is always helpful and it’s always clean! Highly recommend"

Crowne Plaza Costa Mesa Orange County by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"The Crowne Plaza Hotel is absolutely amazing and definitely one of my favorite places to stay whenever I’m in the area, whether it’s for work or a personal getaway. The entire team is incredible—always welcoming, attentive, and providing such great hospitality from the moment you arrive. Even the concierge goes above and beyond to make you feel taken care of. They also have a cute little restaurant called Fireside, where the hospitality and service are always wonderful. I also love the pool area! I was able to relax and enjoy some much-needed downtime on my day off while I was there for work. The location is another huge plus. It’s within walking distance of the shopping center and surrounded by so many great restaurants and places to eat. Definitely a highly recommended stay! I always enjoy my time here and look forward to coming back. ❤️"

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Ana Orange County

8/10 Good

"Good quiet atmosphere"

Best Western Plus Newport Mesa Inn

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were wonderful. I was staying in the area for a surgery. I asked for a late checkout because I had a post-op appt that morning and the staff were VERY helpful and understanding with the time. I had stayed at another nearby hotel a couple weeks prior for the first surgery and that hotel wouldn’t even give me a half hour extension. Best Western however was very accommodating. The room was very clean. They had two bottles of water in the room, a nice selection of bathroom accessories, and their luggage cart moved effortless (so many hotels have such bad wheels on the cart that one has to be an Olympic wrestler to move it). I would definitely give them way more than five stars if I could."

Sonesta Select Huntington Beach Fountain Valley

10/10 Excellent

"Smooth transaction and very clean."

Residence Inn by Marriott Costa Mesa Newport Beach

10/10 Excellent

"We are a family of 6. It was spacious and perfect for our weekend getaway. The location was great as well. Can me and stores and grocery stores all close by."

Other attractions near The Observatory

South Coast Plaza

9.0/10 (1,210 reviews)

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 cosy cafes.

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Constellation Room

You can make plans for a show at Constellation Room during your trip to Santa Ana. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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SoCo Collection

7.6/10 (95 reviews)

During your visit to Costa Mesa, you can enjoy retail therapy at SoCo Collection. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its entertainment choices.

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Massage Envy Spa

4.8/10 (3 reviews)

You can take time to visit Massage Envy Spa during your travels to Costa Mesa. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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Metro Pointe at South Coast

7.2/10 (63 reviews)

During your trip to Costa Mesa, you can enjoy retail therapy at Metro Pointe at South Coast. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its cosy cafes.

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Kellogg House

7.8/10 (19 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Kellogg House during your travels in Santa Ana. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

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Heritage Museum of Orange County

7.8/10 (101 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Heritage Museum of Orange County in Santa Ana. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or experience the entertainment choices in this family-friendly 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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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 cosy cafes and fun-filled attractions. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 12 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

How many hotels are there close to The Observatory?

Expedia has 12 hotels and other accommodation options 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! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near The Observatory.

What can I see and do near The Observatory?

Heritage Museum of Orange County, Old Orange County Courthouse and Kellogg House feature captivating exhibits. You can watch performances at Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Pacific Amphitheatre and Constellation Room if you're interested in local theatre. Enjoy the outdoors at Huntington Beach Sports Complex, Fountain Valley Recreation Center or Tewinkle Park.

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Our top choices for The Observatory hotels

1. Courtyard by Marriott Costa Mesa South Coast Metro

2. Residence Inn by Marriott Costa Mesa Newport Beach

3. Motel 6 Costa Mesa, CA

4. Staybridge Suites Irvine - John Wayne Airport IHG

5. Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa

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

7. Ayres Hotel Fountain Valley - Huntington Beach

8. Homewood Suites By Hilton Irvine John Wayne Airport

9. Harbor bay inn

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Irvine-Orange County Airport

11. Hyatt Regency Irvine

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

13. Hyatt House Irvine/John Wayne Airport

14. The Westin South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa

15. OC Hotel Costa Mesa

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

17. Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

18. Crowne Plaza Costa Mesa Orange County by IHG

19. Hyatt Regency Newport Beach West

20. Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

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Top The Observatory Hotel Reviews

Sonesta ES Suites Huntington Beach Fountain Valley

Ayres Hotel Fountain Valley - Huntington Beach

Costa Mesa Inn

Crowne Plaza Costa Mesa Orange County by IHG

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Ana Orange County

Best Western Plus Newport Mesa Inn

Sonesta Select Huntington Beach Fountain Valley

Residence Inn by Marriott Costa Mesa Newport Beach

Other attractions near The Observatory

South Coast Plaza

Constellation Room

SoCo Collection

Massage Envy Spa

Metro Pointe at South Coast

Kellogg House

Heritage Museum of Orange County

Regal Edwards Metro Pointe

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