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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
Coffee service
Reception
Vending machine
Exterior

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

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Costa Mesa, CA

What's nearby

  • The Observatory - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Orange Coast College - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • South Coast Plaza - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Segerstrom Center for the Arts - 3 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Orange County Fairgrounds - 4 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Toraji Ramen - ‬11 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
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, barbecue grills, and a banquet hall
  • A TV in the lobby, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
  • 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

Languages

English, Hindi, Spanish

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

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

As of Aug 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa on Sept 7, 2025 start from CA $108.49, 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.

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).

Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 316 out of 1044 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 211 out of 1044 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 148 out of 1044 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 142 out of 1044 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 227 out of 1044 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

8/10 Good

Tim

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

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

8/10 Good

Nora

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

10/10 Excellent

Perla

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

8/10 Good

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness
Price was cheap
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 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

10/10 Excellent

Dean

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

6/10 Okay

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness
It was ok for price paid, breakfast was just honey bun juice and coffee some scrambled eggs, and sausage patty . Nothing exceptional. Room was clean but dated. Location ok a bit of noise from the 405
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I gave this property a very high rating and itnis because for the price you pay this is as good as it gets. The rooms are certainly older so they have their wear, but the pool and hot tub are very nice and the property while maybe not updated is well kept, the service is nice, and they have coffee, cereal, snd assorrwd breads in the office in the morning. It is also right next to tbe freeway and not too far from Newport Beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

moose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Decent low cost motel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was clean and the staff were nice. Loved that the rooms had hard floors instead of carpet. It was an older property and had that older hotel smell, and it’s been a while since the rooms had been painted from the wear and tear. They are doing some sort of renovation with some beds and furniture out in the parking area. Great location with walking distance to both food or grocery. Felt like they were doing their best with an older property, and for the budget conscious it is convenient and a good value.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property grounds were beautiful and well kept. The rooms were nice, the bathroom was clean but it could use a revamp. Stayed here because it was close to The Observatory (went for a concert) and for the price I paid, I would 100% stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Reuben

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing. The rooms not so much. AC was horrible, the room was 100% smoked in regularly. The walls were dirty. The ceiling was dirty. Old curtains and bedspread. I do not recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is perfect if you just need a place to sleep. Beware there’s no AC.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dulce

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Moldy ceiling horrible smell checked out right away couldn’t spend the night, horrible conditions, didn’t even offer a refund despite how bad the smell and the mold was.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Peter

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Don’t stay here. The place is a dump. Floors were dirty when I checked in. Staff is rude. Housekeepers are very nice though.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The receptionists were courteous & attended to all of our needs. The room was average.. needs to be cleaned & a new paint job is sorely needed. Otherwise, we thoroughly enjoyed our visit to the Vagabond Inn.. Will definitely stay there again. Thank you for accommodating us!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Convenient right off the freeway, but that was about it. Rooms were poor, beds hard, towels thin, bathroom grimey, bedspread had burn holes, floorboards buckling. Our first room smelled like vomit, so we requested another room. At least the second room smelled like mid-eastern cooked vegetables.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Dan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Slow checking, poor service, noisy, police were arresting some drug addicts, construction on adjacent rooms! They should shut this hotel and give it a remodel from top to bottom! Then get new management!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had a lovely stay and will consider staying here again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025