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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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
Availability
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1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed | ||
2 double beds | ||
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1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed | ||
1 double bed and 1 sofa bed | ||
2 extra-large double beds | ||
2 double beds | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
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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 or 1 extra-large double bed | ||
2 large double beds |
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Miss
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“Good location overlooking the harbour. Service was exceptional.” - Sherry
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“Loved absolutely everything about this hotel. Would highly recommend.” - Mark United Kingdom“Beautiful location for our honeymoon , friendly helpful staff.”
- Marco
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“Good size room’s excellent location for areas around Newport”- Janet
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“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“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
- A+O Restaurant l Bar
- CuisineSeafood • Local
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Cot and extra bed policies
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.
The fine print
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.
