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 9.1 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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2 large double beds
2 large double beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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1 sofa bed
2 double beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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1 sofa bed
1 double bed
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1 sofa bed
2 extra-large double beds
2 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 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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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Miss
France France
The location is great ! The friendly and really professional staff made our short stay very enjoyable ! I hope to come back if there’s a chance.
Martin
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Good location overlooking the harbour. Service was exceptional.
Sherry
United States United States
Even thought there is only one restaurant, but we are satisfied with their breakfast and dinner. Very convenient location and good service. Considerate front desk team.
Coleen
Ireland Ireland
Loved absolutely everything about this hotel. Would highly recommend.
Mark
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Beautiful location for our honeymoon , friendly helpful staff.
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.
Bilalb
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
Everyone we met was very friendly, from the reception, valet and Room service. The rooms are big and clean, the views of the lake are so nice! Breakfast at the restaurant downstairs was superb.
Elaine
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The size of the bedroom and bathroom - it was enormous. Pool and heated jacuzzi pool were wonderful. Christmas decorations in the lobby were amazing.

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, 8.9

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Parking on site
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Family rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Room service
  • Bar

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 option.
Refundable damage deposit
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.
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.
Groups
When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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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.

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.