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Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa

2.0 star property
Hotel near South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa

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Outdoor pool
Interior
Lobby
Breakfast area
Exterior

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Costa Mesa, CA
  • Place, Orange Coast College
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, The Observatory
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Mesa Verde Country Club
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2

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Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Costa Mesa

Mesa Verde stay.Your stay at this Mesa Verde hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of The Observatory and Orange Coast College. South Coast Plaza and Orange County Fairgrounds are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • SoCo Collection - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Orange Coast College - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • The Observatory - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Costa Mesa Country Club - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Mesa Verde Country Club - 6 min drive - 4.1 km

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
  • ‪IKEA Restaurant & Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa

Hotel near South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa
Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa offers its guests an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Public spaces have free WiFi. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa. Free self parking is available.

This Costa Mesa hotel is smoke free.

  • 125 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa offers 125 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and complimentary newspapers. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This Costa Mesa hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary weekday newspapers, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per stay.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 50.0 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa to the airport?

Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa is 4.6 mi (6-min drive) away from the John Wayne Airport (SNA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa?

As of Apr 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa on Apr 27, 2026 start from CA $106, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa.

How close is Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa to the beach?

This hotel is 5.6 mi (14-min drive) from Huntington State Beach and 5.8 mi (16-min drive) from Huntington Beach Beaches. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa offer free breakfast?

Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 3:30 AM.

Is there free parking at Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa have a pool?

Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa to downtown Costa Mesa?

Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa is 3.2 mi away from Costa Mesa.

Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 368 out of 1123 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 210 out of 1123 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 170 out of 1123 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 139 out of 1123 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 236 out of 1123 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Ed

Travelled with family
Room 114 was horrible. The laminate floor was coming apart everywhere, the a/c did not work, old outdated furniture, bathroom door had holes in it and the paint was stained, etc. The manager was hard headed, not friendly at all, and treated his employees rudely and poorly in front of guests. Raja, the man who checked us in was polite and helpful to the best of his ability. After staying at over three hundred hotels and motels in my sixty seven years, I can say no to this one.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

John

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

6/10 Okay

Ugo

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Had small ants in the room
Stayed 22 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rafaela

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
yes
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Joshua

Its fine
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Business traveller
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

10/10 Excellent

Bolivar

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miles

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Haley

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the most disgusting place I’ve ever been to. The floors seem like they’ve never been mopped, mold everywhere, uncomfortable beds. Too expensive for a room that doesn’t even get cleaned between uses.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Gregory

Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

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

10/10 Excellent

Corrie

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

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

2/10 Terrible

liza

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room had roaches. Spotted 6 different ones, all different sizes in the room and bathroom. Staff was pleasant on the way in and out.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zoilo

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

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

2/10 Terrible

Allen

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Late check in. The bed was terrible one side had a gaping hole in the springs of the mattress very thin, very uncomfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Deanna

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Garett

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was unable to check into my room, the hotel still charged me and would not move my reservation up a night.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rafaela

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025