Star Inn Motel

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Orange County Fairgrounds

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Relax in this stylish room with a neatly made bed, wooden nightstand, and small table with chair.
Simple, functional lodging with flat roof and uniform windows.
Stunning hotel entrance with arched roof and blue accents, set amidst lush surroundings.
Guests can enjoy a simple, functional stay with a flat facade and balconies.
Bathroom features a sink, mirror, and trash bin.

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
2656 Newport Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA, 92627
  • Orange County Fairgrounds
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • South Coast Plaza
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Segerstrom Center for the Arts
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪4 min drive‬

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Room options

Single Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(63 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double or Twin Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

Double Room, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

Single Room, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Costa Mesa

Located in East Side Costa Mesa within a short walk of Orange County Fairgrounds, Star Inn Motel is within 2 miles (3 km) of The LAB Antimall. This 33-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like free self parking and a 24-hour front desk.

What's nearby

  • Orange County Fairgrounds - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Orange Coast College - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • South Coast Plaza - 2 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Segerstrom Center for the Arts - 3 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • University of California, Irvine - 4 min drive - 3.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Frank's Philadelphia - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Original Pizza Sports Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Star Inn Motel

Motel with free parking, near Orange County Fairgrounds
Guests of Star Inn Motel enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready.
36-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels. Housekeeping is available on request.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 36-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Cash Breakage deposit: USD 100 per stay

These are all of the 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Star Inn Motel?

Star Inn Motel provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see close to Star Inn Motel?

This motel is situated in East Side Costa Mesa within a short 12-minute walk of Orange County Fairgrounds. You'll also find South Coast Plaza and Fashion Island within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Star Inn Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Star Inn Motel include a casino?

No, Star Inn Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Star Inn Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at Star Inn Motel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Star Inn Motel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Star Inn Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Star Inn Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Star Inn Motel.

Does Star Inn Motel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

What is the closest airport to Star Inn Motel?

The closest major airport to Star Inn Motel is John Wayne Airport (SNA), which is 4.2 mi away (9 minutes by car). Another top airport is Fullerton, CA (FUL-Fullerton Municipal), which is located 21.1 mi away (30-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Star Inn Motel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Star Inn Motel.

Star Inn Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 341 out of 664 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 156 out of 664 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 664 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 664 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 57 out of 664 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Thanhson

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Timothy

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erick

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Leonor

Liked: Staff & service
Very nice people at the front desk. The room for the price is good. The room was a bit stuffy. A good air freshener would have helped. The color of the walls, the nice tile in the shower and good sink were great. This is such a minor thing but if they changed the bedcovers to something more contemporary to match what appears to be an upgrade in flooring and bathroom, it would make a huge difference. It also would be nice if they communicated that the room does not include a blower dryer. I understand that the low rate is due to it being no frills but if I knew, I would have brought my own with no problem. All together good room for low rate. nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Ronald

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old property but cheap
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Peter

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I found hair in the bed. The bathroom was not clean. Even the walls were very dirty. I would not stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn

Disliked: Amenities
we enjoyed our stay! the only thing that we would change is that our door seemed to have been broken and would shut, but the bottom part of the door would stick out into the room bringing in light, but we still felt safe!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kamran

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Irvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was clean and didn't have a problem
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Eric

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Towels are very dirty. Rooms seem recently remodeled but with poor workmanship. Shower and faucets are not working properly. Water pressure are very low. I will give 0 star it's allowed
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sassene

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

SCOTT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Repeat whenever I'm in Costa Mesa.

I've stayed here many times now, and love this place. The family who owns it is great. It's clean, comfortable and inexpensive. A.great no frills place to stay fir the weekend close to amazing food in Santa Ana and Costa Mesa, close to Newport and Laguna Beach, close to South Coast Plaza for high end shopping. Overall, this is a great spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mateen, Renton

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel with excellent price
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good rooms, great beds, and glad no pets.

Room was in good condition, and the bed was very comfortable. Wished I could have stayed another night. Plus they don't allow pets, which may be an issue for some guests, but I have to say these hotels that allow pets wear down a lot faster. Glad they don't allow pets. Leave the pets at home people.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Diane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
While room was clean the property overall was in very poor condition.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Noel

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Genesis

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
It was a little dirty around the property
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucero

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Bibi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I I book Sonesta but it was too far from the airport the Dest Clark said clearly she will cancel my stay if I find something closer so she cancel the stay. So I booked Star in Motel very Good place they even have a nice size refrigerator which I was happy so I will definitely stay again 💕👍
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025