Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa

2.0 star property
Hotel near South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa

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Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
Costa Mesa, CA
  • The Observatory
    2 min drive
  • The Flame Broiler
    1 min walk
  • Tustin Station
    14 min drive
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    6 min drive

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Costa Mesa

Near the airport.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Costa Mesa hotel, you'll find The Observatory and Orange Coast College. Costa Mesa Country Club and South Coast Plaza are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • The Observatory - 2 min drive
  • Orange Coast College - 2 min drive
  • South Coast Plaza - 3 min drive
  • Segerstrom Center for the Arts - 4 min drive
  • Orange County Fairgrounds - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Tustin Station - 14 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 South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa offers its guests an outdoor pool and a spa tub. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa. Self parking is free.

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
  • Dining venue
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.

Languages

English, Hindi, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Microwave
  • Outdoor pool
  • Refrigerator

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

  • 1 restaurant
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV
  • Premium channels
  • Satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Free local calls
  • Free newspapers
  • 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

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
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. 

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.

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Vagabond Inn Costa Mesa Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 242 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 201 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 152 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 160 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 247 out of 1002 reviews" "

5.8/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and hospitality
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

TRUNG, San Diego

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I still don't have their answer to why they charged an extra $180.00 after I already paid the rent?

6/10 Okay

Remington

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The upper room we were first assigned to was absolutely terrible. Not only did it feel unclean, but the tub was leading, dripping all night. There was noticeable water damage and it smelled musty and was so humid in the room. The leak went through to the room below us, so with our permission they went into our room to investigate. Well, they took the faucet out of the tub and left a disgusting mess. We came home to that with no warning. I wasn’t until we called the front desk that we were offered another room. That room was on the main floor and was in much better conditioned. Looked somewhat newly renovated and more clean. Overall this place is just cheap if that’s what you’re looking for, but it’s not a very nice place. Besides the leak and totally outdated first room, the hottub didn’t work at all. It’s pretty run down and the rooms don’t have any air conditioning either. Don’t recommend if you plan on spending a lot of time in your room.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Aimee

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Alden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Near everything
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Lidia

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice crew
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

josue

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every staff member from front desk to housekeeping to maintenance is particularly responsive whenever an issue comes up that needs attention, invariably carrying out their duties cheerfully, with enthusiasm. It makes my stay here so much more enjoyable.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Taylor

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the area it was located in, very accessible with lots of food options nearby. The property is right next to a school and church which made it feel safe. However, the room could have been nicer and cleaner. Housekeeping only came on random days. There was an odd smell in the building. The tv was awful. One morning we woke up early to head to Disney and there was absolutely NO hot water. The entire building was out of hot water and it wasn’t fixed until later that night. Having to take an ice shower at 7am was horrid. The water issue was fixed by the time we got back at the end of the day, but then there’s more. The couple next door to us was having a domestic dispute all night long. We could not sleep without hearing a man and woman screaming in front of our window which eventually resulted in police being outside our doors. Not fun whatsoever. We wanted to love our experience here but sadly that’s just not the case. We will not be returning here.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Lucilene

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Worst hotel I've ever stayed at, very dirty, the rooms smell a lot of marijuana and the showers don't have hot water. I went to complain at reception because the water was cold, they said it's a problem that this hotel has with the water never being hot. I had to bathe my baby in cold water. I don't recommend it to anyone....
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Alden

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to everything
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Jaime

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erenea

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Business traveller, Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrián

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Claudia

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I picked this place due to reviews scoring a 7 on average with all combined. (I wish I knew which room the good reviews were about) I’ve stayed at 5 star rating according to reviews that were better than this one. Yes, it’s a very old property it seems, however old can still be good IF kept up properly. The beds were TERRIBLE! They were lumpy & as you sat or laid, it felt kind of like a water bed. I have many spinal conditions, I got no sleep on this terrible old mattress. The boiler broke & there was NO HOT water, yet was given no discount, as I’d presume that’s considerate & appropriate for such an inconvenience. Plus there was roaches. So if you have any food they will come out at night to eat it then hitch a ride in your suitcase, then you have a very quick infestation problem. The AC kept room sticky, humid. Unfortunately, I now get sick if I am not kept cool, I will throw up & feel like passing out. For $30 more, I couldn’t stayed at Marriott however, the one available was too far from my destination. Customer service is also considering treating your customers in a way that helps your business, not keep them away. We were not taken care of for the price I paid. I didn’t appreciate not being rested for a long day I had ahead of me.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

TKB

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The management are horrible people
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This room checked off nearly all the boxes of what I look for in motel accommodations, with the only exception being that the plug in the tub does not seal so it's shower only, no soaking as I like to do. Also, no grab bars in the shower poses a risk for us older folks. Everything else is quite perfect for my needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

AMY

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good my daughters felt a little on safe with a lady yelling upstairs and shouting profanity.... They did switch or room right away because it had no air ... Staff was so nice ... Lil girl with the blond hair didn't know her name but she was amazing and sweet ... Thank you we will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Kaydence

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
the room was a little sketchy. the lock was ripped off the door and the faucet in the shower wouldn’t turn off, it had a bit of water running out the entire time we stayed here. it wasn’t super clean but wasn’t dirty, just looks like an old janky motel.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Albert

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

veronica, lakewood

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location worth the price
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024