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Balboa Bay Resort

4.5 star property
4.5-star luxury resort near Newport Pier

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Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)
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Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View | In-room dining

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available

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1221 W Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA, 92663
  • Newport Pier
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Fashion Island
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Balboa Pier
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 46 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible, Bay View

  • 46 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 46 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

  • 84 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 46 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed

  • 46 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Beachfront

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Beachfront

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Beachfront

Room, 1 King Bed, Beachfront

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 84 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Bay View | Living area

Suite, 1 King Bed, Bay View

  • 102 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Governor)

  • 158 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Presidential Suite

Presidential Suite

  • 279 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Bay View

  • 46 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

  • 46 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

  • 46 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Bay View

  • 46 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 84 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 46 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Newport Beach

Newport Heights stay.Your stay at this Newport Heights resort places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Newport Pier and Fashion Island. Balboa Pier is within 6 miles (10 km) and University of California, Irvine is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Hoag Hospital - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Newport Pier - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Fashion Island - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Balboa Pier - 8 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Balboa Beach - 10 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center - 20 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Blue Bottle Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪C'est Si Bon Bakery - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪SOL Mexican Cocina - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Balboa Bay Resort

4.5-star luxury resort near Newport Pier
Balboa Bay Resort offers its guests a full-service spa, a marina, and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Wired Internet is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and 14 meeting rooms. Event space at this resort measures 13000 square feet (1208 square meters) and includes conference space. A hot tub, a 24-hour fitness center, and spa services are also featured at the luxury Balboa Bay Resort. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4.5-star Newport Beach resort is smoke free.

  • 159 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 13000 sq ft of conference space
  • 1208 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2003
  • Deli
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Cabanas by the pool (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Balboa Bay Resort offers 159 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and laptop-compatible safes. Rooms open to balconies. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 42-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Balboa Bay Spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna. The spa is open daily.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • In-room crib
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM on request
  • Area shuttle up to 3 mi
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Self parking on site (USD 40 per night)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 50 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 8 to 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Boat and paddles
  • Boat tours
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Kayaking
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor pool
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Shopping
  • Water sports equipment

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 35 lbs per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 46.14 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Business center/computer access
  • Concierge service
  • Faxes
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Internet access
  • Newspaper
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access
  • Shuttle service
  • WiFi access (may be limited)

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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 8 to 25 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 50 per room (one-way)
  • Self parking fee: USD 40 per night
  • Valet parking fee: USD 50 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.0 per night

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, debit 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; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Balboa Bay
Balboa Bay Newport Beach
Balboa Bay Resort
Balboa Bay Resort Newport Beach
Balboa Resort
Balboa Bay Club
The Balboa Bay Club And Resort
The Balboa Bay Club Hotel Newport Beach
The Balboa Bay Hotel
The Balboa Bay Resort
Balboa Bay Resort Resort
Balboa Bay Resort Newport Beach
Balboa Bay Resort Resort Newport Beach

Balboa Bay Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 729 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 137 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1002 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Meifeng

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We often stay here, it’s very consistent. The restaraunt is so good, the rooms are very nice-pairing can be a pain and a bit noisy if you get right near the road, but always wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia, Pleasanton

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the water front view and overall experience 🤗
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Loren

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Virginia, Glendale

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room and location. The food at the club is excellent as well. Everyone is very friendly. Valets take good care of the car as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay. Nice staff, rooms, views, location. I didn't use any resort amenities, as i was on a business trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
awesome hotel and excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and all staff was wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Natalia

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
upon arrival one of the guest living within the facilities was very hateful& looked at us as if we were intruders. they moved us rooms bc of water issues very unprofessional
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Falyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay in Newport with easy access to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, very friendly staff and receptionist, very beautiful and relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Were very accommodating, very clean and new facilities and comfy beds!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard, Vancouver

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

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic property
We loved our stay~ first, and foremost, the staff was exceptional~ every person we had contact with went above and beyond and were so kind. Room was spacious and lovely, pool was great, and the restaurant on site with patio had lovely fire tables and great views of the marina.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen, Los Altos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nayeli

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024