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Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa

2.0 star property
Hotel in Costa Mesa with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Exterior
Lobby
Vending machine
Free daily continental breakfast
Exterior
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

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • 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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Costa Mesa, CA

What's nearby

  • The Observatory - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Orange Coast College - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • South Coast Plaza - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Segerstrom Center for the Arts - 3 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Orange County Fairgrounds - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa

Hotel near Fashion Island
Consider a stay at Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a hot tub, and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A 24-hour front desk, free newspapers, and 1 meeting room
  • A banquet hall, a TV in the lobby, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 125 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free 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
  • A restaurant
  • 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

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

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Costa Mesa Vagabond Inn
Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa
Vagabond Inn Hotel Costa Mesa
Vagabond Hotel Costa Mesa
Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa/Orange County Airport CA
Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa/Orange County Airport Hotel Costa Mesa
Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa Hotel
Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa Hotel
Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa Costa Mesa
Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa Hotel Costa Mesa

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 at Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa?

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?

Situated near the airport, this hotel is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from The Observatory and within 3 mi (5 km) of Orange Coast College and South Coast Plaza. Orange County Fairgrounds and Heritage Museum of Orange County are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa Reviews

6.6

6.0

Cleanliness

4.0

Location

7.0

Staff & service

6.2

Eco-friendliness

5.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 338 out of 1115 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 220 out of 1115 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 169 out of 1115 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 145 out of 1115 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 243 out of 1115 reviews

Reviews

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice pool area great location
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Nicole

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice staff. Old rooms and kind of sketchy area at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Rimah

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

8/10 Good

Rimah

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

6/10 Okay

Shea

It's okay...
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mark

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One star
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is clean, the staff is friendly, the rates are low, the hot tub and pool are great, there is always coffee available in the lobby, in and out is in the same parking lot so it seems to be pretty safe and the shower water pressure is unbelievably good. The manager, Kelly is fantastic! This location is extremely convenient next to the 405 freeway in 10 minutes from the beach. Incredible amount of restaurants, markets, and stores in the area. There are no major luxuries at this hotel, but it is a great value, clean room, and all you need for an affordable night or two in OC!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It has a great pool and Jacuzzi! Also provided pastries for breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice pool & jacuzzi. Excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Roberto

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bath tub was unclean and leaking. Floor and walls were dirty. We got bit by many bed bugs.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Rimah

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Kind and helpful staff members and management. Clean pool, avarage rooms, and convenient location in general.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle C

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice pool, Cockroaches in the bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Amenities
Excellent !!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in was smooth and the host was pleasant. It has a great location. Coffee (complimentary) is available at all or most hours and the breakfast of fresh baked goods is decent. The grounds are well maintained and very pleasant. A nice, comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Martin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrible place. Camper trucks with people living in the parking lot. Filthy breakfast area with no coffee and incompetent staff. Stay away.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Craig

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The room 162 absolutely stank of SMOKE ! . The bed sheets felt dirty bit everything else of - Dos not take my clothes out of the suitcase as I feared they would smell .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Perla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was nice
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Casaundra

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The manager kept charging my card and charged twice for deposit. Then had staff come to my room and charge me more money. The ac wasn’t working at all
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abhishek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good: Helpful staff, good location and nice pool and spa! Bad: The room was smelly and there were a few spiders in the restroom and room as well!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Yaeisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s suitable to sleep in
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Cheryl

Liked: Staff & service
The property is old was fine for one night
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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