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Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa

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A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a black countertop, and a window overlooking a parking area. - Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa (Costa Mesa)
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, potted plants, and a vending machine. - Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa (Costa Mesa)
An aerial view of a swimming pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a parking lot. - Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa (Costa Mesa)
A hotel corridor with green doors, numbered room 116, and a covered walkway with a small tree and hanging plants. - Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa (Costa Mesa)
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Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa provides amenities like free continental breakfast and a hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a window with curtains.

Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, a phone, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

  • 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
  • Toraji Ramen
    11 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 within 3 mi (5 km) of Orange Coast College and Orange County Fair and Events Center. South Coast Plaza and Heritage Museum of Orange County 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. 441 out of 1210 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 210 out of 1210 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 184 out of 1210 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 117 out of 1210 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 258 out of 1210 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Always the friendly staff here is what keeps me coming back. Very accommodating and have upgraded me for no extra cost before and always remember me personally and my physical ability needs when choosing my room. Such a key part of he great customer service here
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

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 review

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to many restaurants and shops
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Toni

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Roaches, walls dirty. We didn’t stay more than 10 minutes while called another hotel for a reservation and left. They did give a refund and didn’t argue about it at all. Front desk staff was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alberta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very courteous & helpful to our needs. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brittany

Liked: Staff & service
The staff at the Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa is really what you pay for. They're the most personable and reliable and reasonable as well as efficient and with a smile and a laugh or two. Those kinds of things go along way when you're trying to just get into a safer place for an evening. You won't ever feel unwelcome or unequal here. If that is what you're looking for, the most at-home-like and comfortable vibe you could ever get nowadays from any hotel or motel staff anywhere in the OC.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Location for my events. Staff very friendly and helpful! Enjoyed the room and amenities. Quiet also.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paulina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the pool. the depth the hours and the cleanliness. The only suggestion I have is to have a real breakfast. Some scrambled eggs bacon and or sausage. Also add a bell to the office door or at the desk upon entering the office to help travelers avoid having to call office to get someone to come out and assist. All else. Was great. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Alexander

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, but the room had a bad odor. The rooms are old and the continental breakfast could be better
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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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
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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 review

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
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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
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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
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8/10 Good

Auna

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

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 review

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 review

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 review

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 review

8/10 Good

Ivania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located next to an In N Out. Booked the night to stay in town and rest. Next morning the front desk was full and the team was handling an irate customer. Not sure if she was for real but her comments made me skip the coffee and juice. Literally tossed it out at the gas station. These room are clean and spacious. I would stay here again especially because of In N Out. Keep food out of room for best results. 👍
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

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 review

6/10 Okay

Lori

Liked: Amenities
Close to restaurants, grocery stores, mall. About 13 minute drive to the beach. Continental breakfast good. NICE POOL Area. Room clean but outdated. Curtains smelled like smoke. Had a fridge, microwave, and coffee maker which was great. I booked the room through Expedia for one night. Decided to book one more night. The desk clerk told me that I would have to pay an extra $10 to stay an extra night because I was there before the 3 pm check in. To them it's a new booking and check-in is at 3. Any check in before is an extra fee. All other hotels we've stayed at with Expedia just let you pay right on line. Easy but not this hotel. We had to leave at 11 and check in at 3.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

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 review

8/10 Good

John

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