Balboa Bay Resort
http://www.orbitz.com/hotel/United_States--CA/Newport_Beach/Balboa_Bay_Resort.h51754/
Hotel Overview
wonderful hotel
Great location, staff is very attentive and friendly. Rooms were nice.
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michcobear
- May 7, 2013
Nice Hotel
The resort was lovely, but did not like the idea that it wasn't on the beach but located on the...
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Greenwood Village Mom
- Apr 8, 2013
Understated elegance at this upscale waterfront Newport Beach resort
The 15-acre Balboa Bay Resort defines understated elegance, starting with the lobby's classical columns and cream and gold stone floors, which invite guests to relax in luxurious style. Surrounded by yachts and nearby Balboa Island, the Mediterranean-style Balboa Bay Resort is the only waterfront hotel in Newport Beach. The 160-room resort has an award-winning fine dining restaurant and bayside terrace, The First Cabin Restaurant, as well as lively nightly entertainment and dancing at Duke's Place.Balboa Bay Resort Rooms
- Standard Room
- Guestrooms evoke a true tropical hideaway; blending natural wood finishes with rattan lounge chairs in a sitting area. Tropical patterned drapes complement crisp plantation shutters which lead guest to a spacious patio. Baths are appointed with dual sinks featuring granite countertops, marble baths and flooring and picture window sized beveled glass mirrors. Sumptuous duvets filled with down and oversized pillow shams, fashioned in a color palette of soft creams, gold and honey toned fabrics, lure travelers to sleep.
- Courtyard
- Guestrooms evoke a true tropical hideaway; blending natural wood finishes with rattan lounge chairs in a sitting area. Tropical patterned drapes complement crisp plantation shutters that lead guest to a spacious patio with chaises that look onto a courtyard and pool. Baths are appointed with dual sinks featuring granite countertops, marble baths and flooring and picture window sized beveled glass mirrors. Sumptuous duvets filled with down and oversized pillow shams, fashioned in a color palette of soft creams, gold and honey toned fabrics, lure travelers to sleep.
Amenities
- Wireless internet
- Airport shuttle
- Pool
- General
- Concierge
- Pets allowed
- Activities
- Pool
- Health club
- Spa services
- Dining
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Services
- Business center
- Conference facilities
- Internet
- Wireless internet
- Transportation
- Airport shuttle
- Accessibility
- Handicapped rooms/facilities
Hotel Map
- Area served
- Newport Beach, CA
- Nearby airports
- John Wayne Airport
- Area description
- Secluded in the heart of Newport Beach on the coast of California in Orange County and 14 miles (22 km) west of Disneyland/Anaheim, Balboa Bay Resort is one of Southern California's premier year-round destination resorts. It lies 50 miles (80 km) south of Los Angeles, 85 miles (136 km) north of San Diego and 14 miles (22 km) south of Long Beach. Visitors can arrive via Highway 5 or 405 from the south and north, John Wayne Airport 7 miles (11 km), San Diego International Airport 87 miles (140 km), or Los Angeles International Airport 42 miles (67 km). Visitors can also arrive by private aircraft at John Wayne Airport.
Meeting facilities
- Meeting Info
- The 7,000-square-foot grand ballroom, accommodating up to 750 for receptions and 550 for banquets, makes a grand statement and is the perfect venue for weddings, winemaker dinners, reunions and corporate celebrations. The Resort also spotlights a 1,250-square-foot outdoor pre-function area, ten meeting rooms and a boardroom. Each conference venue is well-equipped with state-of-the-art audio visual capabilities.
Dining
- Duke's Place
- Bar and Entertainment lounge, just off the lobby on the first floor and open daily for cocktails with nightly entertainment. It is named after famed actor and former Balboa Club Member and governor John Wayne. Wayne loved the Newport Beach marina and photos of the legendary star attire the walls of the lounge. A special coctail menu is available, with of course, "Duke's Favorite" featured. There is seating for 80 inside and 100 on the deck overlooking the Bay and Marina.
- First Cabin Restaurant
- Waterfront dining room showcases the culinary talents of Executive chef Josef Lageder. The restaurant features innovative California cuisine served amid a relaxed atmosphere with alfresco dining overlooking breathtaking views of Newport Bay. Employees have uniforms with nautical attire and the room has warm colors of bronze and gold with rattan furniture. The restaurant has 80 seats in the main dining room, accomodating 15 in the private dining room, and seats 60 on the outdoor patio deck. It is open seven days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1500
- Check-out:
- 1200
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (33)
Ratings and reviews for Balboa Bay Resort
- All travelers (33) 4.3 / 5
- Business (2) 3.5 / 5
- Couples (17) 4.2 / 5
- Families (7) 4.1 / 5
- Friends (6) 4.8 / 5
- Singles (1) 4 / 5
- Amenities:
- 4.4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.6
- Hotel staff:
- 4.4
- Room comfort:
- 4.7
- Location:
- 4.4
- Value:
- 4.1
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
michcobear
wonderful hotel
Great location, staff is very attentive and friendly. Rooms were nice.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Entertainment tip:
Short walk from hotel
duffy rental on premises for a little sunset cruise. Cross the street @ light turn right 2 blocks pizza place is outstanding!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Greenwood Village Mom
Nice Hotel
The resort was lovely, but did not like the idea that it wasn't on the beach but located on the intercoastal type waterway.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Long walk from hotel
A Market for breakfast and lunch
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Nostaglic return
Great location
Right on the harbor. Big, comfortable room. Staff very helpful.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
El Ranchito on on Balboa Peninsula for very good Mexican food.
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
EmmaB
Disappointing
We paid extra for a courtyard/pool view room, to receive one tucked in the corner with a view only if you craned your next and stood on tip toes! Our louvred blinds would not shut and we asked for them to be fixed but although attempted it was not fixed and no attempt was made to inform us of this at all. We paid for massages at the spa but you are not entitled to use any of the other Spa facilities - these are reserved for members only. Anything other than the room was extra including parking. Hotel suited to moneyed, elderly Americans
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 2
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 2
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
Rubys diner on the end of the Bibao Pier, old fashioned Diner
Reviewer score
Would recommend
SugarPlummet
The Good & Bad
Hotel room was clean and beds were certainly comfortable. I didn't have the noise problem that others seemed to in their reviews, but did have some of the same other problems. I read other reviews and called ahead to make sure that I had a king bed, since that seemed to be an issue for others. Once I was checking in, it was the same issue. Confirmed a king, but the only rooms available had two queens. It was a no show on the turn down service and the front desk staff was not friendly at all. As a female traveling alone, I was suprised when I walked into the room and there was a maintenance man working... On the other hand, the waitstaff and valets were amazingly friendly and helpful. They shuttled me around when another guest snagged the cab, made sure I knew how to get back to the hotel, gave their recommendations on places/restaurants/bars to visit, and more! Can't say enough about their service. It was very appreciated by myself!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 4
Entertainment tip:
Short drive from hotel
Would strongly recommend Newport Landing for a guided fishing trip. Had a great time, with great people!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Allyinthewoods
Beautiful stay in Newport Beach
This was our 3rd stay at Balboa Bay Club. We were there to celebrate our 25th anniversary. When we arrived in our room we had a balloon bouquet and chocolates waiting for us. We also brought along our 23 y/o daughter (her first trip to Orange County) she fell in love with it as much as we have!
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Extremely pleasant stay
[...]at the front desk was able to provide an option that I had requested. She did it happily and walked thru the hotel in order to find us and let us know it was done. Great customer service.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Entertainment tip:
Short drive from hotel
Surrounding areas to visit and see which were recommended by the concierge.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Loved it!
Elegant, lovely hotel with great lounge, Duke's Place for evening entertainment, a light bite and dancing. Rooms were spacious and beautifully furnished. Large pool and deck area by the bay...lovely restaurants. Centrally located in Newport close to Balboa Island & Fashion Island.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
TT Tom
Long walk to a comfortable room
The room was very comfortable with a nice balcony. Enjoyed the bar, Duke's Place with the large painting of John Wayne as a skipper. Fun to watch the yachts right outside the window. Because it is a sprawling 3-story hotel rather than a high-rise, my invalid wife had a very long way to walk to our room at the farthest corner of the hotel from the front desk.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
The Crab Cooker restaurant: a classic, casual seafood restaurant. Everything the same as it was 45 years ago.
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
what every
Don't stay hear
The staff rude bad service
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 3
- Hotel staff:
- 1
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Trip purpose:
Business
