Costa Mesa, California: Alibaba Motel
Slumber in faux-foreign splendor and dream of the jewels of Araby.- Address:
- 2250 Newport Blvd., Costa Mesa, CA
- Directions:
- Along Hwy 55/Costa Mesa Freeway, exit at 22nd St to parallel Newport Blvd., east side. Between Cecil Place and Albert Place.
- Phone:
- 949-645-7700
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Alibaba Motel For those of you who are interested in quirky architecture, the Alibaba Motel is a must see when in Southern CA. The motel was built in the 50's, complete with a white stucco exterior and giant taj mahal-style entry way. It is unfortunate that the original sign has been replaced with a more modern red and white plastic sign...no neon. The motel itself seems a bit sketchy, but it is great for a quick photo op. I briefly walked around the grounds and did not see a single soul, it was as if it was deserted.
[Greg Kopp, 03/31/2009]Nearby Offbeat Places
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