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Star Inn Motel

Property class: 2
Motel near South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa

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A hotel with a covered outdoor area, a parking lot, and a building with a blue roof.
A motel with a row of rooms, a covered entrance, and parked cars.
A bathroom with a shower, toilet, and towel rack.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a bathroom visible in the background.
A motel with a row of rooms, each with a blue door and a window with a decorative grille.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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2656 Newport Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA, 92627
  • Place, Orange County Fair and Events Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Orange County Fair & Exposition Center - The Hangar
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Orange Coast College
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Single Room

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

Single Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(92 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a blue curtain, and a wooden floor.

Double or Twin Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

Single Room, Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double Room, Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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The price is CA $189
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About the area

Costa Mesa

East Side Costa Mesa stay.Your stay at this East Side Costa Mesa motel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of South Coast Plaza and University of California, Irvine. Also, Orange County Fair and Events Center is within half a mile (1 km) and The LAB Antimall is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Orange County Fair and Events Center - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Tewinkle Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Pacific Amphitheatre - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Orange County Fair & Exposition Center - The Hangar - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Orange Coast College - 3 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Tustin Station - 15 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Baja Blues - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Hussongs - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Dick Church's Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Beers Of The World - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Star Inn Motel

Motel near South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa
WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Costa Mesa motel.

  • 33 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Star Inn Motel offers 33 accommodations. 36-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 36-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

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

  • Cash Breakage deposit: USD 100 per stay

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Star Inn Motel to the airport?

Star Inn Motel is 4.2 mi (9-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 Star Inn Motel?

As of Oct 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Star Inn Motel on Nov 8, 2026 start from CA $102, 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 Star Inn Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Star Inn Motel.

How close is Star Inn Motel to the beach?

This motel is 5.5 mi (16-min drive) from Huntington State Beach and 4.6 mi (16-min drive) from Balboa Peninsula Beaches. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Star Inn Motel offer free breakfast?

Star Inn Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Star Inn Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Star Inn Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM.

Is there free parking at Star Inn Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Star Inn Motel have a pool?

Star Inn Motel does not have a pool.

Does Star Inn Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Star Inn Motel to downtown Costa Mesa?

Star Inn Motel is 2.1 mi away from Costa Mesa.

Star Inn Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 573 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 201 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 124 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 80 out of 1021 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay and good price.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Came here from San Bernardino really nice hotel definitely will book again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good to stay for a few days
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay overnight!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s perfect for the solo traveler. Clean and tidy and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms are a little dated and it's decidedly not luxury towels or pillows, but it's a fairly clean place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly exactly what’s needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Inexpensive clean rooms, quiet property, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a very clean remodeled motel. Everything worked well and was to my liking
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great. Perfect for just one night but could see staying a few days
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place, great price, close to venues, restaurants and airport.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is fairly basic, but the front desk team was incredibly welcoming, enthusiastic, and helpful. The neighborhood was quiet and felt safe, with several convenient food choices and gas stations nearby. I would consider staying here again.Thank you ..Blessings
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Great staff. Reasonably priced.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place the family is very nice and always very accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable safe quiet
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
parking easy and secure
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. Walkable to the Costa Mesa Fairgrounds where I was going. Great staff. Clean rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We dont recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and smooth check in process.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay as always. Professional and courteous staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This place is fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and check-in/out was smooth and easy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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