Two of the most important things I look for in a hotel when traveling are location and the quality of the bed. The Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa has both in spades.
Location and bedding aside, the Avenue of the Arts, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel in Costa Mesa is a great base for exploring Orange County and Southern California. You’re steps from world-class shopping, fine dining, and a short drive to the beach. Families will appreciate the cheap Disneyland shuttle.
I stayed there for my Costa Mesa staycation and can’t wait to return. Check out the best things to do in Costa Mesa.
The Avenue of the Arts is a Category 4 hotel so free nights cost 25,000 points per night. You can earn points and free nights with cards like the Marriott Bonvoy Bold and Marriott Bonvoy Boundless.
Disclosure: As is common in the travel industry, my trip was provided for review purposes. All opinions are 100% mine.
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Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa a Flair for the Dramatic
The Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa’s dramatic entrance makes a bold statement
The Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa is not your typical hotel.
Surrounding streets give you no sign of what you’re about to experience. Until you turn into the driveway.
The boutique hotel has an artistic flair and welcomes you in dramatic fashion.
The curtain flanked purple porte-cochere complete with a chandelier is a not so subtle reminder that you’re in the “city of the arts.”
If the bold entrance wasn’t enough, a quick glance across the street will suffice. The Segerstrom Center for the Arts, the South Coast Repertory, and the Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall reflect Costa Mesa’s love for the arts.
Decor
The Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa hotel is part of Marriott’s Tribute Portfolio collection. Although, part of a chain, the Tribute Portfolio is anything but cookie-cutter and standard.
Under the Tribute Portfolio umbrella, hotels retain their unique character. Each blossom under the freedom to keep their individuality and impact on their community.
That’s evident in the Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa. Every detail of the hotel reflects the city’s commitment to the arts. From the stage-like entrance to the photos throughout the hotel. The decor is an interesting blend of visual, applied, and performing arts.
Lobby
Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa hotel’s nest lounge chairs in the lobby
The front desk backdrop is a four-panel piece depicting a Broadway dancer, brass instruments, performance hall stadium seating, and a man playing the violin.
The nest lounge chairs in the lobby look like an open birdcage (or gogo dancer cage). Designed for privacy but grouped in a circle center stage in front of the fireplace.
Relax on the deep red velvet couch
On the other side of the lobby, an extra large deep red almost burgundy velvet couch flanked by matching chairs invoke memories of the opera.
You might feel a little tiny next to these lamps
Giant Alice in Wonderlandesque faux lamps provides heat for guests who want to sit in the garden.
Pool
pool
Enjoy a soak and quick swim in between shopping and eating at the pool.
Fitness Center
You can stay committed to your exercise routine in the fitness center. It even has a Pelonton bike so you can try it out before ordering one online.
Pro-tip: There’s a dry sauna in the fitness room, a great way to recover after running the SDCCU OC Marathon.
Deluxe King Room
My spacious deluxe king room, room 101, included a pullout sofa bed, and a generous work station with four power outlets and two USB ports. As someone who brings a lot of tech gear, having multiple outlets within arms reach is a bonus! No more getting on your hands and knees searching for an outlet or having to unplug something.
The best part of the room was the bed!
There is nothing that I love better than a comfy bed.
You won’t have any problems falling to sleep when you slip between the sheets at the Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa hotel.
The bed looks like a standard hotel bed. But it’s the Cadillac of beds.
Think Westin Heavenly Bed, Hyatt Grand Bed with Euro pillow top, and Miraval featherbed all rolled into one.
Pillows were equally soft and fluffy. Rest will come easy and you’ll want to call it an early night so you can climb under the covers and slip between the sheets.
Sofa pulls out into a bed
The dresser included several drawers for clothes and a fully stocked minibar. A Keurig coffee maker sat on top of the desk.
Watch TV in bed or from the couch
Floating nightstands on both sides of the bed gave us room for our phones, books, and water bottles before retiring for the evening.
There was plenty of space on the granite-topped bathroom counter for toiletries. The olive oil based Oliva Farmacia toiletries moisturizes your body and leaves your hair shiny.
Parents will love the tub shower combination. Tubs make it easier to wash off sticky kids after a long day at Disney. The water pressure was fantastic!
Squeaky clean tub
The curved shower rail keeps the curtain away from your body. Because no one likes getting attacked by a gross wet shower curtain.
Deluxe rooms face and provide a view of the lake. My lake view was actually a view of the accessible shower and pool. So if you want a view of the lake, ask for a higher floor.
The balcony included a single patio chair. If traveling with kids, it’s a cozy spot to hang out while your kids take a nap and when they go to bed early.
Food at the Silver Trumpet
Bacon cheddar cheese waffle two eggs
We had breakfast one morning at the Silver Trumpet and dinner that evening. You can read about our experience.
There are other breakfast options that are within walking distance. If you want something quick to go try Specialty’s Cafe and Bakery. Prices are budget-friendly and you can order for pickup.
Dinner is where the Silver Trumpet hits a high note.
In a city with great dining and three Top Chef restaurants, it’s worth enjoying at least one dinner at the Silver Trumpet.
They offer a prix fixe menu: appetizer, entree, and dessert for $45. It’s a great value and the food is worth every bite.
I chose the Bacon-wrapped Medjool dates, rack of lamb, and Key Lime Whoopie Pie. Jeff got a Caesar salad and filet.
Bacon wrapped Medjool Dates
rack of lamb
Key Lime Whoopie Pie
Filet
Everything was perfectly cooked. We savored each bite. Had we more time we would have lingered over dinner and dessert. But had to hurry because we had tickets for a performance. The staff is great about making sure your food arrives fast so you aren’t late. 🙂
Pro-tip: You get free self-parking or valet parking for $10 when you dine at the Silver Trumpet.
Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
3350 Avenue of the Arts
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
714-751-5100
Check rates and reviews: Marriott | TripAdvisor
You can earn free nights with cards like the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless card.
Conclusion
The Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa is one of the best places to stay in Costa Mesa.
Whether you’re visiting Costa Mesa for a staycation, looking for a hotel for a trip to Disneyland, or traveling for business, be sure to book the Avenue of the Arts hotel.
Steps from world-class shopping at Southcoast Plaza, fine dining, and the Segerstrom Center for the Arts. The hotel makes a great base to explore the rest of Southern California. Or check out the Costa Mesa breweries.
As a Category 4 hotel, it’s only 25,000 points per night. You can earn points for free stays with cards like the Marriott Bonvoy Bold, Marriott Bonvoy Boundless, the Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant American Express, and the Marriot Bonvoy Business card.
You can transfer Chase Ultimate Rewards points from cards like the Chase Sapphire Preferred, Chase Sapphire Reserve, and Ink Business Preferred to Marriot.
When traveling, I don’t spend a lot of time in bed but for the Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa, I’d make an exception.
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Debra Schroeder is an award-winning travel writer with 27 years of experience using miles and points to travel the world. A former 12-year travel industry executive, she knows how to find the deals and how to creatively finance trips, like getting a trip to Hawaii for practically free or a $26,000 trip to Australia for $208. She’ll help you find the best deal, whether it’s a hostel, luxury resort, or somewhere in between.
Amanda Wong
Thursday 29th of August 2019
Hi! Were you able to avoid paying the self parking fees by eating dinner at the Silver Trumpet and getting validated? Thanks in advance!
Debra Schroeder
Tuesday 26th of November 2019
Hi Amanda,
Yes, if you eat at the Silver Trumpet they will validate your parking if you park at the Avenue of the Arts hotel.
Nicole
Wednesday 10th of April 2019
What a beautiful hotel and a great place for a staycation. The Silver Trumpet food looks amazing. I'll take waffles for breakfast any day.
Claudia
Wednesday 10th of April 2019
The Avenue of the Arts Costa Mesa Hotel looks like it’d be a lovely place for a stay. The furniture is to die for! Including that Westin-style heavenly bed, I love those. I’ll be heading to SoCal and Anaheim in June so will have to check it out.
Tami
Tuesday 9th of April 2019
My husband and I were just in Costa Mesa, and we really enjoyed the 'City of the Arts'. We didn't get to experience the Avenue of the Arts hotel, though. It looks great! Really fits in with the art theme. And I've heard so much about the Silver Trumpet. Looks like it was as good as everyone says. We enjoyed an aamzing meal at Vaca, and stayed in the Westin South Coast Plaza.
sherianne
Tuesday 9th of April 2019
This is a gorgeous property. I love the burgundy velvet couch and the lamps in the garden. The Bacon wrapped Medjool Dates look amazing!