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Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa

2.0 star property
Travelers can unwind by the pool or relax in the spa tub after their flights arrive at this welcoming hotel where helpful staff set the tone for a pleasant stay

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Located near the airport, Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa offers a peaceful retreat with a spa tub and outdoor pool. Guests appreciate the in-room WiFi, lobby coffee and tea, and barbecue grills. Previous visitors consistently mention the helpful staff who enhance the experience.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Mesa Verde, a neighborhood in Costa Mesa, Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa is near the airport and near the beach. South Coast Plaza and Downtown Disney® District are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Orange County Fair and Events Center and Anaheim Convention Center. Check out an event or a game at Angel Stadium of Anaheim, and consider making time for Disney California Adventure® Park, a top attraction not to be missed. With kayaking, sailing, and surfing/body boarding nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Costa Mesa travel guide
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Costa Mesa, CA

What's nearby

  • Massage Envy Spa
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • SoCo Collection
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Mesa Verde Shopping Center
    3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Orange Coast College
    3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • The Observatory
    4 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Tustin Station
    15 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA)
    6 min drive

Restaurants

  • Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
    5 min walk
  • IKEA Restaurant & Cafe
    13 min walk
  • In-N-Out Burger
    2 min walk
  • Chick-fil-A
    3 min walk
  • McDonald's
    4 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 3:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 18 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 50.0 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Frequently asked questions

Does Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 3:30 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa located?

Located in Mesa Verde, this hotel is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from The Observatory and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Orange County Fair and Events Center. Orange Coast College and South Coast Plaza are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa Reviews

6.8

6.2

Cleanliness

6.2

Amenities

7.2

Staff & service

6.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 394 out of 1148 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 212 out of 1148 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 177 out of 1148 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 128 out of 1148 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 237 out of 1148 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, accesible, by major streets, nice hot tub, superior staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Parking was secure and hot tub was acceptable. Pool area is nice and well taken care of!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great nice to have an inout just in front of the hotel pool was nice and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great place to stay great location around restaurants and you’re the freeway nice quiet family, friendly safe hotel decent price at friendly staff. What’s the parking space safe parking Neice and Clean inside and out that easy system is questionable. I like to stay here often.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Average room, nice pool, could definitely use upgrades in the bathroom, shower. Staff is friendly, and lots of parking, convient to restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun time lots of places to eat specially in n out and Dennys
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Auna

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff was great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly front office staff, beautiful grounds, clean rooms, good parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Josue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was clean and they were polite
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

moose

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Raja the front desk manager was excellent! Room was very clean, free coffee was good and the hot tub and pool are fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service, we truly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

ZACHARY

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cheap and conveniently located with in &out in parking lot. Pretty sure I didn’t get deposit back while solo and kept room clearered. Base boards filthy. Walls filthy. Will stop there. Checked out early came back cause work called me back. Still charge deposit and early check in, she asked for my previous room number and got same room with our room being made up or towels. Cool in a pinch. Don’t ever bring your family or a girlfriend here going to Disney land. One last thought is it was chilly and the heater didn’t work. Receptionists played ignorant and said flip the switch.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert a

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous Staff and clean room with great television.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Genuinely clean and comfortable ,Vagabond employees professional and courteous ,clean rooms for overnight and safe >
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Mario

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Horribly rundown motel that has needed renovation for decades! Vinyl flooring lifting and missing pieces. Vanity sink had rust all around it. Sink and tub needed new caulking. Smelled like cigarette smoke. Bed was super hard and pillows old and lumpy! No extra blanket, ironing board, iron or hairdryer! Felt like we were in the projects! Breakfast was all carbs (cheap pastries, cereal whole apples & oranges) with no protein items, not even real creamer but powdered junk for coffee. The only positive was it is located around services and In-n-Out Burger was accross the parking lot. Large families were literally cooking in their rooms with camp stoves with their doors open right in their doorways (appeared to be homeless). Not a safe feeling establishment!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean and efficient.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Vagabond is your older beach city vacation hotel. The room size, bath and sink, TV and fridge are good. The continental breakfast is limited - 3 cereal, 3 bakery, and 3 juice options, coffee, no butter or jam for the croissants. The toilet paper and kleenex are cheap and shred easily, so you have to double it up. The AC is good but you don't have temperature control - there is however a fan switch on the wall that looks like a light switch (but labelled if you get close enough). The floor gets swept but needs to be mopped - it dirtied my socks. They offered immediately to switch my room when I saw some bugs. And there was a faint odor of smoke in the toilet/tub area - someone may have hoped the exhaust fan would take care of it and retreated there for a cigarette. It didn't bother me too much, but a fresh paint job might fix it. Considering the price, the value was ok - I hope management will take this as constructive feedback.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Comfortable room, great welcoming staff at checkin and checkout. Convenient location off the 405 and near many restaurants including In N Out. Will be back in the future!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room and helpful staff
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The Genuine warm welcomed stood out ,exceptionally Clean Rooms and sanitized being this winter rains have been Really Filthy ,thank you Vagabond Inn and the prices are acceptable . Thank you !!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Rimah

Relaxed atmosphere, nice pool area, and welcoming staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert a

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great television and vlean room.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rimah

Convenient location and friendly atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Hayden

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room itself was very clean, but it was outdated and a little run-down. The pool area definitely needs some attention. There were leaves everywhere, and there was a pool chair sitting in the pool the entire week we were there. The hot tub also needs to be deep cleaned. The staff was friendly, but I wouldn’t recommend this location for a young family or a group of girls. The area surrounding the hotel is fairly decent, with a lot of restaurants nearby, and it shares a parking lot with In-N-Out. However, there were definitely some interesting people staying there who made our stay a little uncomfortable. We chose this hotel because we wanted a cheap place to stay for a week-long beach trip, and I can say we got what we paid for.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room. Good location. No problems.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025