Central, a neighborhood in Costa Mesa, is home to Harbor bay inn. South Coast Plaza and Fashion Island are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Huntington Beach Beaches and Huntington State Beach. Orange County Fair and Events Center and Anaheim Convention Center are not to be missed. Visit our Costa Mesa travel guide
In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Family friendly
In-room microwave
Mini-fridge
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Stair-free path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Bathroom
Private bathroom
Shower
Food and drink
Microwave
Mini-fridge
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Heating (climate-controlled)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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 100 per accommodation, per stay
We have included 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Frequently asked questions
Is Harbor bay inn pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Harbor bay inn?
As of 19 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Harbor bay inn on 5 July 2026 start from AED 322, 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.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Harbor bay inn?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Harbor bay inn?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Harbor bay inn located?
Located in Central, this motel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Orange County Fair and Events Center, Orange Coast College, and Pacific Amphitheatre. Hoag Hospital and Balboa Peninsula Beaches are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Reviews
Harbor bay inn Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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Brand new rooms, complete remodeled. Dont let the outside fool you, really nice staff, would 100% stay again no doubt about it. Really chill area great for the money.
Rooms are nice and remodeled and clean. Bed is super comfortable. Staff nice and friendly. Allowed late check out with no extra fee.
Don’t get deceived by the outside.
Will stay again!
Room was very nice super clean host was very friendly, room had microwave and fridge all new, would stay again for sure just need s a ice bucket and ice, also Lil better shampoo and conditioner needed but over all very nice
The rooms are newly renovated and extremely clean, however the sheets were stained. Also, no trash can in the room. It was also pretty quiet given that it’s a motel with room doors facing the outside. Staff are was very friendly and helpful.
The location was under renovation outside but the rooms were shockingly nice. All modern. When I pulled up and saw the work being done outside and the rood numbers written on masking tape I was expecting the worst. But the rooms are very nice with good bedding. Give this place a chance.
The motel is currently being renovated, but I had a newly put together room and it was nice and clean. There was not a waste paper basket, an oversight I'm sure.
The neighborhood's not fantastic, but it's close to Newport and the freeway and was reasonably priced.
Staff is lovely! I’m unsure if the couple running the inn are the new owners or not but either way they’re very helpful! And heads up while they can take other forms of payment for your deposit cash is much easier! We had a lovely stay here, despite being by the main road we didn’t have to deal with loud traffic. The inn is currently under renovation! I got to stay in one of the updated rooms and they’re absolutely stunning. I would say though double check if the fridge is plugged in should you need to use it during your stay!
The shower was cold and limited TV Chanel’s , plus the guy that was in the
Office had very limited English and could not walk into the office , had to talk to them from outside through a glass window .
Room itself was modern and very clean .
The bed was good and sheets clean .
The are currently renovating so the outside
Is a mess
After seeing the photos, I booked 3days, for my business trip.
New Owners have turned the old Harbor Bay Inn into a “Go To” place for a simple, well appointed room. Every room is remodeled (less than 6month as of this review 6-2026). Everything is new! Not just refreshed or painted over. Very impressed. If you need to stay in the TRIANGLE SQUARE area of Costa Mesa/Newport Beach, give it consideration.
By end of year, all exterior will be completed, new Signage and Logos will be added, as the parking lot will have a fresh coat of asphalt. I will definitely return.
Clarence
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified
6/10 Okay
Nancy
17 June 2026
This place has new owners (thank goodness because the previous reviews were horrible). The rooms are newly remodeled and are more modern and honestly very nice. However, the TV remote is not user friendly, the sign says HBO is included but we could not use it, the roll of toilet paper left in our room was used, there was no phone available in the room to connect with the front desk / owners, the phone number on the website is not active (the male owner said spectrum has not yet hooked them up - but from previous reviews under the new ownership, I feel there was more than enough time to get those connected - they’re important), the toilets have tiles on both sides of the bottom that kept falling off and giving off a FOUL SMELL, not enough towels are provided in the room (luckily my daughter and I brought our own), there were some questionable guests (which is out of the owners control, I assume). With that being said, it looks like a work in progress, overall it was an okay stay, the owners (one man and one lady) seem very nice. Hoping the construction continues to improve.