East Side Costa Mesa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit East Side Costa Mesa
Popular places to visit
Orange County Fair and Events Center
Enjoy a stop at Orange County Fair and Events Center, an entertaining place to visit in Costa Mesa. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
South Coast Plaza
During your visit to Costa Mesa, you can do some window-shopping at South Coast Plaza. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Segerstrom Center for the Arts
This majestic complex is the heart and soul of Orange County’s performing arts scene.
UC Irvine Langson Orange County Museum of Art
You can spend time exploring the galleries in UC Irvine Langson Orange County Museum of Art in Costa Mesa. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this romantic area.
Pacific Amphitheatre
You can make plans for a show at Pacific Amphitheatre during your stay in Costa Mesa.
Orange Coast College
Enjoy the student vibe at Orange Coast College as part of your travels around Costa Mesa. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its entertainment choices.
Activities
Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach
Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach
Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island
Our pick of the best East Side Costa Mesa Hotel Deals
Hilton Anaheim
"Very clean and staff really friendly!!"
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
"The walls are really thin so there was a crying baby in the room next to us. We could hear the baby crying when we were trying to fall asleep. Also we were on the side of two busy streets. I will not stay here again."
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
"Our family stayed at this hotel for a week. The property is conveniently located .7 miles from the front gate of Disneyland. The complimentary breakfast is set up as a buffet style. There are always eggs, potatoes, bagels, toast and cereal. There is a daily rotating breakfast item like pancakes, ..."
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Grand Legacy At the Park
"It was a nice place to stay. Conveniently walkable to Disneyland. The pictures didn’t match room we got. The air conditioner on wall was very loud. Mattress was not comfortable"
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Hyatt Regency Orange County
"Very patient and helpful staff"
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Hotel Huntington Beach
"The room was clean, the lobby and the people in the lobby were really nice and fantastic. The lounge is outstanding!! We didn’t get a chance to use the pool or the spa. But a nice hotel overall, it is older, but again the cleanliness and upkeep were in check."
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in East Side Costa Mesa
Westside Costa Mesa
If you're spending some time in Westside Costa Mesa, The Wayfarer and Tiki Bar are top sights worth seeing.
Mesa Verde
If you're spending some time in Mesa Verde, Costa Mesa Country Club and Mesa Verde Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Costa Mesa
If you're spending some time in Downtown Costa Mesa, Time Nightclub and Tiki Bar are top sights worth seeing.
Central
While visiting Central, you might make a stop by sights like Orange County Fair and Events Center and Pacific Amphitheatre.
Sobeca District
If you're spending some time in Sobeca District, The Camp and The LAB Antimall are top sights worth seeing.
