Title: Westside Costa Mesa Travel Guide: Best of Westside Costa Mesa, Costa Mesa Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Westside Costa Mesa](https://expedia.co.uk/Westside-Costa-Mesa-Hotels.d553248635976469374.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Costa Mesa](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Costa-Mesa.d7674.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Costa Mesa](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Costa-Mesa.d7674.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Westside Costa Mesa Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Westside-Costa-Mesa.d553248635976469374.Car-Hire-Guide)[Westside Costa Mesa Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Westside-Costa-Mesa.d553248635976469374.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Westside Costa Mesa Travel Guide ## Costa Mesa ![Anti Lab Mall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7674/d2e5f94c-c441-4da3-a70a-3cd670619cb2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Anti Lab Mall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7674/d2e5f94c-c441-4da3-a70a-3cd670619cb2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Westside Costa Mesa Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Costa Mesa travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Costa-Mesa.dx7674) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Colorful Shapes, domed ceiling, stained glass ceiling, stained-glass, glass dome, Architecture ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068989/51db7054-21db-4f4c-a705-e791da3742ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### South Coast Plaza 4/5(3 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/South-Coast-Plaza-Costa-Mesa.d6068989.Attraction) ![Segerstrom Center for the Arts featuring modern architecture, a city and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6158994/e6d223f4-d4f6-400b-8641-6307646d86b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Segerstrom Center for the Arts This majestic venue is the heart and soul of Orange County’s performing arts community. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Segerstrom-Center-For-The-Arts-Costa-Mesa.d6158994.Attraction) ![Colorful Giant Slide Ride](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6165235/fc8c64fc-5daa-4f00-9c2c-2b200ca9b71f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Orange County Fairgrounds Enjoy a stop at Orange County Fairgrounds, an entertaining place to visit in Costa Mesa. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its cosy cafes. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Orange-County-Fairgrounds-Costa-Mesa.d6165235.Attraction) ![Connecting the 18th and 19th floors at Hyundai Financial. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9267/0f53f636-4611-4b8e-8651-578943d78b8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Orange County Museum of Art You can spend time exploring the galleries in Orange County Museum of Art in Costa Mesa. Experience the entertainment choices and lively festivals in this romantic area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Orange-County-Museum-Of-Art-Costa-Mesa.d828014823966961664.Attraction) #### Orange Coast College Enjoy the student vibe at Orange Coast College as part of your travels around Costa Mesa. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its entertainment choices. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Orange-Coast-College-Central.d6282313.Attraction) #### The LAB Antimall During your trip to Costa Mesa, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at The LAB Antimall. Discover the entertainment choices in this walkable area or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.co.uk/The-LAB-Antimall-Mesa-Del-Mar.d6282649.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44896704/ca91ee35-6811-4d87-b82d-69b9e7dde258.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets £80 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/universal-studios-hollywood-tickets.a44896704.activity-details) ![Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/674056/862b6759-0a63-4576-8335-d4586712bba2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach £23 per adult **86%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/whale-watching-cruise-from-newport-beach.a674056.activity-details) ![Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48180485/70247431-215b-49a5-adbb-f8ef4bb25bf7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island £34 per adult **74%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/newport-beach-ferry-ticket-tofrom-catalina-island.a48180485.activity-details) ![Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48142739/b8330be4-f54a-46a6-9181-83a7a747cc9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise £52 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/newport-beach-luxury-whale-watching-catamaran-cruise.a48142739.activity-details) ![Harbor seals at colony Laguna Beach coastline. ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5248812/2226d79a-b5ed-43f1-9e71-31349527f532.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff £50 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/luxury-whale-watching-fewer-people.a5248812.activity-details) ![Relaxing Sunset Cruise in Newport Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50029836/ff8b09f3-6b05-4141-9cbf-05129a97cf22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach £18 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/relaxing-sunsetevening-cruise-in-newport-beach.a50029836.activity-details) [See all activities in Costa Mesa](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Costa-Mesa.d7674.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Westside Costa Mesa ![Desert Palms Hotel & Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1600/1571/94539ef3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Desert Palms Hotel & Suites 631 W Katella Ave Anaheim CA £150 1 Mar - 2 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ... 9/10 Wonderful! (3,030 reviews) Spotless and spacious room, great for big families. The proximity to the park was also great, a 15 minute walk. Parking was also good. Check in and check out was speedy and friendly service. Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=1571&PinnedHotelID=1571&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976469374) ![Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24200/24131/b67790ff_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel 900 S Disneyland Dr Anaheim CA £141 25 Feb - 26 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (4,979 reviews) The room was so big! I had so much room to move around and store my things. It was also very clean. Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F02%2F2026&endDate=26%2F02%2F2026&selected=24131&PinnedHotelID=24131&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976469374) ![Hilton Anaheim](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/100/9/w3840h2559x0y4-d8098926_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Anaheim 777 W Convention Way Anaheim CA £156 23 Feb - 24 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy a full-service spa, 4 restaurants and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (927 reviews) Great customer service very clean and very nice area Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=9&PinnedHotelID=9&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976469374) ![Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4300/4298/bcbc8e6b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim 1700 S Clementine St Anaheim CA £155 24 Feb - 25 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,355 reviews) Room was perfect for our family, staff was friendly and helpful. Only issue was the ice makers in fridge made maybe 12-24 cubes a day, which wasn’t enough for our family of 7, and their property ice maker wasn’t working. Free shuttle was available but it was also close enough to walk. Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F02%2F2026&endDate=25%2F02%2F2026&selected=4298&PinnedHotelID=4298&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976469374) ![Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19700/19662/645bea3a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground 1380 S Harbor Blvd Anaheim CA £170 1 Mar - 2 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free water park access and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,625 reviews) The room was very clean and updated, the staff was friendly and very accommodating - they put our two rooms together and our room came equipped with an infant crib. The splash park was perfect for our toddlers during breaks from Disneyland. The store was open and fully stocked with anything we could ... Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=19662&PinnedHotelID=19662&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976469374) ![Hotel Huntington Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1900/1878/bd4d4b72_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Huntington Beach 7667 Center Ave Huntington Beach CA £74 18 Feb - 19 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Huntington Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 7.8/10 Good! (2,975 reviews) Courteous staff . Clean room Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F02%2F2026&endDate=19%2F02%2F2026&selected=1878&PinnedHotelID=1878&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976469374) [See all 6,242 properties in Westside Costa Mesa](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=14%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635976469374) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=DX-NH_SPRING_PROMO_553248635976469374) ## Check Westside Costa Mesa hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976469374&startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14)[13 Feb - 14 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976469374&startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976469374&startDate=2026-02-14&endDate=2026-02-15)[14 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976469374&startDate=2026-02-14&endDate=2026-02-15) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976469374&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976469374&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Westside Costa Mesa ![Daytime view of a historic church in the urban core of Costa Mesa, California, USA.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976473756/25c1ffc7-3263-402e-bc6d-9b3461fb83a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Costa Mesa 4/5(1 area review) While there might not be top attractions in Downtown Costa Mesa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Costa Mesa Country Club. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Costa-Mesa-Downtown-Costa-Mesa.dx553248635976473756) ![kayaks and canoes on Newport Beach back bay in California on a sunny spring day](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976472271/8ecc9fa2-0e8f-46b6-a978-768190b0cc0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### East Side Costa Mesa 4.5/5(3 area reviews) When in East Side Costa Mesa, you can plan a visit to Orange County Fairgrounds and Costa Mesa Country Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Costa-Mesa-East-Side-Costa-Mesa.dx553248635976472271) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Central While visiting Central, you might make a stop by sights like Orange County Fairgrounds and Costa Mesa Farmers' Market. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Costa-Mesa-Central.dx980934142309384192) ![Buildings Coastline Pacific Ocean Santa Barbara California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976482129/c431d174-19c0-4d29-a437-497aece3c7fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mesa Verde 4/5(1 area review) If you're spending some time in Mesa Verde, Costa Mesa Country Club and Mesa Verde Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Costa-Mesa-Mesa-Verde.dx553248635976482129) ![Steep cliff, rock or bluff, California coast erosion, Del Mar, San Diego, USA. People walking along eroded crag. Torrey Pines state beach, ocean water waves. Lifeguard tower, life guard station or hut](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976473270/9ebf7a86-1665-46b0-9a30-65cbc5d43091.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mesa Del Mar Mesa Del Mar might not have many top sights, but Orange County Fairgrounds and The LAB Antimall are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Costa-Mesa-Mesa-Del-Mar.dx553248635976473270) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Halecrest While Halecrest isn't home to many top sights, The Observatory and South Coast Plaza are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Costa-Mesa-Halecrest.dx553248635976469202) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Westside Costa Mesa Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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