Balboa Bay Resort
Balboa Bay Resort pairs a Newport Beach waterfront setting with 159 rooms, beach access, and Forbes 4-Star recognition in 2025 and 2026.
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- Address
- 1221 West Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92663
- Phone
- +1 949-645-5000
- Website
- balboabayresort.com
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Preferred Hotels L.V.X. Collection and Forbes recognition
Preferred Hotels L.V.X. Collection and Forbes 4-Star recognition in 2025, followed by Forbes 4-Star recognition in 2026, give this Newport Beach hotel sustained third-party hotel credentials.
1221 West Coast Hwy waterfront
1221 West Coast Hwy puts the stay in Newport Beach, with a waterfront outlook and beach access. That setting suits plans built around the water without leaving the property for every break.
159 rooms with pool, spa, and valet parking
159 rooms sit alongside a pool, spa, fitness center, concierge, valet parking, room service, and on-site dining. Smart casual dress and a quiet setting favor an organized resort stay.
How It Stacks Up
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balboa Bay Resort | Waterfront luxury resort with casually elegant accommodations | $$$$ | 4-Star | Newport Beach |
| The Resort at Pelican Hill | Italian-inspired coastal estate with private bungalows and villas | $$$$ | 5-Star | Newport Coast |
| Lido House, Autograph Collection | Coastal beach house with Cape Cod influences | $$$$ | 4-Star | Balboa Peninsula |
| Pendry Newport Beach | Contemporary California luxury with garden-inspired design and polished attention to detail; a sophisticated urban resort redefining modern hospitality. | $$$$ | Michelin 1 Key | Newport Beach |
| Farmhouse Inn | rustic farmhouse village | $$$$ | 5-Star | Russian River Valley |
| SIXTY Beverly Hills | Refined modern West Coast casual luxury | $$$$ | 5-Star | Beverly Hills |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Forbes 4-Star
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At a Glance
- Elegant
- Sophisticated
- Scenic
- Classic
- Romantic Getaway
- Family Vacation
- Weekend Escape
- Destination Wedding
- Beachfront
- Infinity Pool
- Destination Spa
- Waterfront
- Panoramic View
- Pool
- Spa
- Fitness Center
- Room Service
- Concierge
- Valet Parking
- Beach Access
- Waterfront
Coastal elegance with waterfront views, relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere, polished design, and first-class service.