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)
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Pet-friendly
Lobby
Presidential Suite | Living area | 42-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV, iPod dock

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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

Room options

Newport Double Queen Room

  • 500 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible, Bay View

  • 500 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Courtyard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 500 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Courtyard Double Queen Room

  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

  • 900 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Newport Room Two Double Beds

  • 500 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed

  • 500 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Beachfront

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Beachfront

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Courtyard Suite

  • 900 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Bay View

  • 1100 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (Governor)

  • 1700 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Presidential Suite

  • 3000 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds

Courtyard King Room

  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Bay View

  • 500 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

  • 500 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

  • 500 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Bay View

  • 500 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Newport Suite

  • 900 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 500 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

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).

What's nearby

  • Newport Pier - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Hoag Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Balboa Beach - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Fashion Island - 4 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Balboa Pier - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Balboa Bay Resort to the airport?

Balboa Bay Resort is 8.3 mi (19-min drive) away from the John Wayne Airport (SNA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Balboa Bay Resort?

As of Jun 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Balboa Bay Resort on Jun 15, 2025 start from $271.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Balboa Bay Resort have an airport shuttle?

Balboa Bay Resort offers an airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, on request, for a charge of USD 50. per room, one-way.

How close is Balboa Bay Resort to the beach?

This resort is 2.4 mi (6-min drive) from Newport Dune and 2.5 mi (10-min drive) from Mother’s Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Balboa Bay Resort offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Balboa Bay Resort, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 8 and 25 per person. It's available every day from 6:00 AM to 11 AM.

Is there a casino at Balboa Bay Resort?

No, there is no casino at this resort.

What time is check-in at Balboa Bay Resort?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Balboa Bay Resort?

Free parking is not available at this resort. Self parking is available for USD 40 per night, and valet parking for USD 50 per night.

Does Balboa Bay Resort have a pool?

Balboa Bay Resort features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Balboa Bay Resort have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Balboa Bay Resort have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Balboa Bay Spa, where you can enjoy facials, body scrubs, and massages.

How close is Balboa Bay Resort to downtown Newport Beach?

Balboa Bay Resort is 0.9 mi away from Newport Beach.

Balboa Bay Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 727 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 67 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1001 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

8/10 Good

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice hotel with spacious and comfortable rooms, and some really nice touches (free bottle of wine of arrival, turn down service, flexible cleaning schedule). We did not make any use of the facilities and so the resort fee seemed a bit of a waste (but that’s on us, not the hotel!). Location was OK but not super close to the beach or pier (20-40 mins walk to restaurants, bars, shops, etc).
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ester

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valentina, Beverly Hills

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property in a lovely neighborhood
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Jackson

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Completely unacceptably arrogantly rude unappreciative unapologetic front desk staff who tried to intimidate during our check out for their own ineptitude of miscommunication for not following through with what’s been approved. Dirty water suddenly pouring out of the main air vent on the ceiling during the stay, temperature climate control doesn’t work in the room either. Won’t stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tristan, Fresno

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Very clean. Nice cafe.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tristan, Fresno

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the moment we arrived, we were greeted by a friendly and helpful staff. The hotel was very clean. Every staff member we encountered smiled and said hello. Would highly recommend this hotel. Looking forward to my next visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Zachary, Winnipeg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A little out dated
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julinda

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice area
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Jenny

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Review

Waterpressure low. Soap scums in the bathtub. Only one bathrobe available. Before checkout time, housekeeping knocked and when we were slow to get out of bed opened the door. We only stayed for 1 night so we couldnt understand why anybody would come in for housekeeping before our checkout time at 11am
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne Marie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff cater to you. They always made me feel welcome.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerardo, Las Vegas

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property that really delivers on the 4 star rating is definitely deserves.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

morag

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Traveled with family
Staff was amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

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

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, amazing service. Loved it all
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Parissa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My sister and I would most definitely go back to this nice, friendly and reasonable resort.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

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