Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Balboa Bay Resort

Balboa Bay Resort is Newport Beach’s premier waterfront retreat offering stunning bay views and sunsets over Balboa Bay’s harbor. Recently named the #1 Resort in Newport Beach by U.S. News & World Report, the Forbes Four-Star and AAA Four-Diamond property features 159 luxurious guestrooms and suites, offering relaxed yet refined accommodations, along with a celebrated culinary program that includes the newly reimagined signature A+O Restaurant | Bar with new menus under Executive Chef Prabeen Prathapan and a spirit-forward, creative craft cocktail program with a smoked cocktail cart; Blend, offering fresh grab-and-go delicacies and delights that pair perfectly with beautiful bay views; a pool bar; and 24-hour in-room dining. Wellness amenities include a fitness studio, year-round heated outdoor swimming pool and whirlpool with poolside cabanas, a full-service 10,000-square-foot spa, and Drybar salon. The new Recreation Center offers land and water sport rentals from the hotel’s private dock along with curated experiences and a robust Poolside Cabana program. Wedding and group offerings include the newly debuted Lighthouse, Bayfront ceremony lawn and more, totaling nearly 35,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor function space. Disneyland is just 20 minutes from the Balboa Bay Resort. Crystal Cove State Park is 10 minutes from the resort.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 double bed
and
1 sofa bed
2 extra-large double beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
2 large double beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
1 single bed
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1 extra-large double bed
2 large double beds
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
7.6
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
8.8
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Marco
    Germany Germany
    Great spot in Newport Beach. Service Level great. Breakfast quality outstanding. Sleeping comfy. Room spacious. Staff super friendly. Bicycle rental easy. Pool area clean and water quality perfect.
  • Pete
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Good size room’s excellent location for areas around Newport
  • Janet
    Canada Canada
    The breakfast was excellent in quality & service. The Valet Service was attentive & well organized. The pool was large and towels plentiful.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • A+O Restaurant l Bar
    • Cuisine
      Seafood • Local
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Balboa Bay Resort
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Parking on site
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Family rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Bar
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live music/performance
  • Evening entertainment
  • Water sport facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Table tennis
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs US$50 per day.
  • Valet parking
  • Parking garage
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge service
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Business centre
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Minimarket on site
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Outdoor swimming pool
Additional charge
  • Open all year
  • Heated pool
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Fence around pool
Wellness
  • Fitness
  • Massage chair
  • Full body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • Spa facilities
  • Body wrap
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Hair styling
  • Hair treatments
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty Services
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
  • Fitness centre
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

Balboa Bay Resort takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 16:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

Until 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of USD 100 is required on arrival. That's about GBP 79. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
US$30 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
US$30 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 21

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Mastercard Visa American Express Balboa Bay Resort accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Only dogs under 30 pounds are allowed in the hotel.

Please note that the daily service fee includes the following:

- 24-hour access to resort fitness center

- 24-hour access to business center and printing of boarding passes

- In-room coffee and tea service, lobby coffee and tea service from 6am until 9am

- Unlimited use of fax services both incoming and outgoing

- Unlimited local and 1-800 telephone calls

- Free bottled water in room replenished daily (up to 2 maximum)

- Choice of newspaper daily delivered to room

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

A damage deposit of US$100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Balboa Bay Resort

  • Check-in at Balboa Bay Resort is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • The prices at Balboa Bay Resort may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Balboa Bay Resort has 1 restaurant:

    • A+O Restaurant l Bar

  • Balboa Bay Resort offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Fitness centre
    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Table tennis
    • Evening entertainment
    • Beauty Services
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Bicycle rental
    • Swimming Pool
    • Facial treatments
    • Live music/performance
    • Hair treatments
    • Hair styling
    • Body treatments
    • Body scrub
    • Body wrap
    • Spa facilities
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Back massage
    • Neck massage
    • Foot massage
    • Couples massage
    • Head massage
    • Hand massage
    • Full body massage
    • Massage chair
    • Fitness

  • Balboa Bay Resort is 0.8 miles from the centre of Newport Beach. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Balboa Bay Resort on this page.

  • Room options at Balboa Bay Resort include:

    • Family
    • Double
    • Suite
    • Quadruple
    • Single