About this property

Featuring Italian Renaissance architecture, this 504 acre luxury resort features spacious bungalows and suites with flat-screen TVs and iPod docking stations. The resort is located at the Pelican Hill Golf Course and features golf lessons, a full-service spa, an iconic coliseum pool and on-site dining options. Newport Center is 15 minutes’ drive away. Each guest accommodations includes uniquely decorated rooms with spa-style bathrooms and white bedding. Select accommodations at Resort at Pelican Hill include a fully equipped kitchen and a dining area. Guests can relax or swim in the Coliseum Pool area, which features an outdoor pool and a restaurant offering poolside dining. The resort also offers a fitness center in the spa. The resort’s 5 restaurants include Andrea, which offers ocean view dining and serves Northern Italian cuisine with house made sauces. Pelican Girl offers steaks, burgers and wood-fired pizza from an open kitchen and has a full bar with whiskeys from around the world. Resort at Pelican Hill is 35 minutes’ drive away from Disneyland. Balboa Island and the Balboa Fun Zone are 20 minutes’ drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

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

    • Breakfast Info

    • Continental, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, American, Breakfast to go

    • Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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1 king bed
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1 king bed
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1 king bed
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1 king bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
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1 king bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Marcy
    United States United States
    Views are stunning. Grounds meticulously maintained. California casual luxury at its best.
  • Sharmineh
    United States United States
    comfort, professionalism, cleanliness, view, rooms
  • Lin
    China China
    The best place ever. Very comfortable and safe. Nicest peoples.
  • Rupert
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A beautiful Hotel overlooking Newport Beach in Amazing Grounds with individual private bungalow accommodation
  • Aniaaaaa
    Poland Poland
    Bardzo przyjemny hotel, cicha i piękna okolica, świetny basen

Hotel area info

Restaurants

2 Restaurants On Site
  • Coliseum Pool & Grill
    • Cuisine
      American • Italian • Mediterranean • Pizza • Seafood • Local
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
  • Pelican Grill & Bar
    • Cuisine
      American • Italian • Seafood • Steakhouse
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

The Resort at Pelican Hill takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 4:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of $500 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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

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

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Crib upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercardJCBDiscover Cash is not accepted

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Villas include breakfast in the Villa Clubhouse from 7am to 10:30am daily.

Two Bedroom Villa Reservations include breakfast for up to 4 registered guests.

Three Bedroom Villa Reservations include breakfast for up to 6 registered guests.

Four Bedroom Villa Reservations include breakfast for up to 8 registered guests.

This benefit is nontransferable and cannot be redeemed at any other dining outlet within The Resort.

Taxes, gratuities and service charges not included.

From September 2 – October 23, 2025, all Villa guests are invited to enjoy the Coliseum and Bella Vista Pools located at the Main Estate. During this time, the Villa Pool will be closed. The Villa Clubhouse will remain open, continuing to provide daily breakfast, as well as bar service throughout the day.

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

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

A damage deposit of $500 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.