8.5avge. of 242 reviewsBalboa Bay Resort
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Why stay here?
- Weekends / Short Breaks
- Close to John Wayne Airport
- Hot tub/jacuzzi
- Spa/wellness packages
- Outdoor pool (all year)
- Heated Pool
- Family Rooms
8.5 Very Good
Average score from 242 Reviews
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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.
Important Information
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 roomGuests 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.
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Check Info and AvailabilityBalboa Bay Resort - Room Options
A selection of room types are usually available at Balboa Bay Resort, including;
- Beach Front King Room
- Bay View King - ADA Accessible
- Bay View with King Bed
- Courtyard View with King Bed
- Courtyard View with Two Double Beds
- Newport King Room
- Newport King Room -ADA Accessible
- Newport One-Bedroom Suite
- Newport Queen Room
- One-Bedroom Suite with Bay View
- One-Bedroom Suite with Courtyard View
- Courtyard View with Two Queen Beds
- Bay View Two Queens
- Beach Front Two Queen Room
- Governor's Suite
- Newport One-Bedroom Suite ADA Accessible
- Newport Room Two Double Beds
- Presidential Suite
- Standard Room with Two Queen Beds
Standard Room with Two Queen Beds (Family, Sleeps 4, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
This room features a balcony overlooking the local neighbourhood.
Courtyard View with Two Queen Beds (Family, Sleeps 4, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
This room features a balcony overlooking the resort pool and central courtyard area.
Bay View with King Bed (Double, Sleeps 2, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
This room type features a balcony with views of Newport Bay.
One-Bedroom Suite with Bay View (Sleeps 2, 1 Bathroom)
This suite features a kitchenette, 1.5 bathrooms, sofa bed and a balcony with views of Newport Bay .
Courtyard View with Two Double Beds (Sleeps 2, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
This room features a balcony overlooking the resort pool and central courtyard area.
Courtyard View with King Bed (Double, Sleeps 2, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
This room features a balcony overlooking the resort pool and central courtyard area.
One-Bedroom Suite with Courtyard View (Sleeps 2, 1 Bathroom)
This suite features 1.5 bathrooms, sofa bed and a balcony overlooking the resort pool and central courtyard area.
Governor's Suite (Sleeps 4, 1 Bedroom, 2 Bathrooms)
This suite features a kitchenette, dining room table,1.5 bathrooms, sofa bed and a balcony overlooking the local neighbourhood.
Presidential Suite (Sleeps 4, 1 Bedroom, 2 Bathrooms)
This two-bedroom suite features a kitchenette, dining room table, 2.5 bathrooms, fireplace, and views of Newport Bay .
Newport Room Two Double Beds (Sleeps 4, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
This rooms features a balcony overlooking the local neighbourhood.
Newport King Room (Double, Sleeps 2, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
This room features a balcony overlooking the local neighbourhood.
Newport One-Bedroom Suite (Sleeps 2, 1 Bathroom)
This suite features 1.5 bathrooms, sofa bed and a balcony overlooking the entrance of the resort.
Bay View King - ADA Accessible (Double, Sleeps 2, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
This room type features a balcony with views of Newport Bay. The room is ADA accessible.
Bay View Two Queens (Quadruple, Sleeps 4, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
This room type has a balcony with views of Newport Bay.
Newport King Room -ADA Accessible (Double, Sleeps 2, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
This room features a balcony with neighbourhood views. The room is ADA accessible.
Newport One-Bedroom Suite ADA Accessible (Sleeps 4, 1 Bathroom)
This suite features 1.5 bathrooms, sofa bed and a balcony overlooking the entrance of the resort. The room is ADA accessible.
Newport Queen Room (Double, Sleeps 2, 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom)
This room features a balcony with neighbourhood views. The room is ADA accessible.
Beach Front King Room (Single, Sleeps 2, 1 Bedroom)
Balboa Bay Resort Useful Info
- 163 Rooms
Arrival and Departure
- Check In from 16:00
- Check Out to 11:00
Hotel Facilities
COVID-19 Precautions
- Cashless payments
- Cleaning chemicals effective against Coronavirus
- Rooms disinfected between stays
- Rooms sealed after cleaning
- Safety Protocols followed
- Screens between staff and guests where appropriate
- Social distancing (dining)
Cleaning
- Daily housekeeping
Sanitization
- All tableware sanitized
- Hand sanitizer provided
Sports & Outdoors
- Cycling
- Heated Pool
- Hiking
- Outdoor pool (all year)
- Shallow end
- Table Tennis
Health, Fitness & Wellness
- Fitness
- Fitness centre
Hair, Spa & Beauty
- Back massage
- Barber/beauty shop
- Beauty Services
- Body Treatments
- Body scrub
- Body wrap
- Couples massage
- Facial treatments
- Foot massage
- Full body massage
- Hair styling
- Hair treatments
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Hot tub/jacuzzi
- Massage chair
- Neck massage
- Spa Facilities
- Spa and wellness centre
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Spa/wellness packages
Leisure & Activities
- Sun Terrace
Travel & Transport
- Accessible parking
- Airport drop off
- Airport pick up
- Airport shuttle (additional charge)
- Parking
- Parking garage
- Shuttle service (additional charge)
- Shuttle service (free)
- Tour Desk
- Valet Parking
Business & Internet
- Business centre
- Fax/photocopying
- Free Wifi
- Meeting/banquet facilities
Food & Drink
- Bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Packed lunches
- Restaurant
- Room Service
- Snack Bar
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Wine/champagne
Children & Family
- Kid meals
Services
- 24-hour front desk
- 24-hour security
- ATM/cash machine on site
- CCTV in common areas
- CCTV outside property
- Concierge service
- Dry Cleaning
- Express check-in/check-out
- Key access
- Key card access
- Lift
- Luggage storage
- Pets Allowed
- Safety deposit box
- Terrace
Room Facilities
- Air Conditioning
- Family Rooms
- Heating
- Non-smoking rooms
Entertainment
- Evening entertainment
- Live music/performance
Accessibility
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
Outside
- Garden
Hotel
- Non-smoking throughout
- Lower bathroom sink
- Fruits
- Fire extinguishers
- Allergy-free room
- Smoke alarms
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor fireplace
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Security alarm
- Pet bowls
- Sun umbrellas
- Fence around pool
- Pet basket
- Contactless check-in/out
Rating and Reviews
Balboa Bay Resort has been assigned a 5 Star rating by our partner; this is an unofficial rating for ease of comparison, and you should be sure the property suits your needs before booking.
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