A coastal city located in Orange County, Newport Beach used to be a major hub for the maritime industry. Today, recreation and tourism are the city’s main economic activities. Besides its eponymous beach, there are many attractions worth checking out in the city, including Balboa Island, which is accessible via a bridge. Here, you can find a cosy little community as well as plenty of charming shops and restaurants. Corona Del Mar State Beach is another must-visit if you are looking for some fun in the sun. If you’re looking for an accommodation with a dose of vitamin sea, then check out this list of the top beachfront hotels in Newport Beach, California.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and location with easy access to beach. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 13, 2024.
1. Newport Beach Hotel (from USD 278)
This hotel is less than a 5-minute walk from Newport Pier, placing you right on the doorstep of the beach. To maximise your fun in the sun, you can enjoy free use of bicycles, beach towels, chairs and umbrellas as a hotel guest. If you are travelling with children, you will be pleased to know that beach toys are also provided.
At the end of the day, you can relax in the lobby lounge with a glass of bubbly or a selection of soft drinks. For ultimate relaxation, book the Oceanfront Spa room with splendid ocean views.
Newport Beach Hotel
Address: 2306 West Oceanfront
290 meters (0.2 ft) from Newport Beach Pier
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2. Three-bedroom house with stunning sea views (from USD 643)
From this newly renovated beach house, you can enjoy stunning views of the Pacific Ocean without having to step outside. Full length windows can be found throughout the property, letting in plenty of natural light and picture-perfect scenery. From the living room, you can easily slide into the comfortable dining area that offers spectacular sunset views.
Located in the Newport Pier zone, staying here will put you within close proximity to many shops and restaurants. The house also has a fully equipped kitchen and barbecue facilities for those who prefer home-cooked meals.
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this place was beautifully decorated clean and had everything we needed
3. Newly remodelled house in an oceanfront duplex (from USD 542)
As this house is located on the upper floor of an oceanfront duplex, you can expect to enjoy a panoramic view of the pier from the patio. The patio is accessible via the living room, where you can relax with a drink in the outdoor seating area or even enjoy an alfresco dinner each night. You will be well-positioned to people-watch or just take in the scenery from your vantage point.
The lower unit in this duplex is also available to book, which may be a good choice for families and groups of friends looking to stay close to each other.
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to free up the bathroom)the beds were comfortable and the bedding was niceit was comfortable for 4 adultsHost:
we had an amazing time and owner is very friendly and informativehost was very accommodating and communication was greatRead more reviewsLocation:
awesome location close to everything and right on the beachit was such a great location to be able to walk to restaurants for every mealthe location was amazing and would stay againthis rental is in a great locationit was the perfect place to get away
4. Ground-floor apartment with a patio (from USD 482)
This holiday apartment is located on the ground floor of an oceanfront property, complete with three bedrooms and a patio. It is just a quick stroll from Newport Pier and numerous shops and restaurants. You don’t have to worry about missing out on the sunsets if you choose to stay in, as the shutters in the living room can be opened to let in spectacular views of the ocean and Catalina Island.
When hunger pangs strike, fire up the propane grill for a barbecue feast or whip up something delectable in the well-equipped kitchen.
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very clean inside with everything you neednothing fancy but it was clean functional and in a great locationi don’t expect hotel clean in these rentals because it just doesn’t happenthe vacation rental was very cleanthe vacation rental was very cleanHost:
rating details: the property manager was adequately helpfulrating details: the property manager was very helpfulrating details: the property manager was very helpfulrating details: the property manager was very helpfulrating details: the property manager was very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
nice place with great locationthe location on the boardwalk was greatgreat location right on the beachthe location was excellent right on the beachstill a good rating due to the great beach location
5. Spacious apartment with a barbecue grill
In this beachfront ground-floor unit, you will find a comfortable living area and a recently upgraded kitchen. With plenty of counter space for preparing meals, you can then choose to dine alfresco on your private patio. Here, you will also find a gas barbecue. What can be better than taking in the spectacular pier views while dining on your favourite food with loved ones?
This property is located near an elementary school, and your little ones can have fun on the playground when school is not in session.
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i enjoyed cooking in the well-supplied kitchenCleanliness:
the vacation rental was very cleanthe vacation rental was very cleanthe beach was beautiful clean and not over populatedthe vacation rental was cleanHost:
the people were friendlythey were kind and accommodatingthe management company was easy to contact and responsivethe staff was exceptionally professional friendly and accommodatingrating details: the property manager was adequately helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
would definitely choose this location and property againreviewer comments: perfect location right across from the sandperfect location for youngsters to play on beach and at playgroundthere were miles of paved paths to walk with our stroller which was perfect for usreviewer comments: overall experience good like the property like the location
6. Cosy house with an indoor fireplace (from USD 345)
This second-floor house offers stunning views of Newport Bay and Lido Island from kitchen, living and dining rooms. There are many things to see and do nearby, including a ferry that will take you to Balboa Island. After a day out, you can cosy up in front of the fireplace or relax with a drink in hand on the outdoor patio.
In the third bedroom, you will find a full-size bunk bed, which is perfect for children and teenagers. Keep in mind that this bedroom is accessible via the master bedroom and the patio.
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beachview rental was very responsive when we had cable issues and wifiit would make it seem more comfortablethe view from the upstairs family room window of the harbor is lovelyCleanliness:
modern clean appliances as wellthe rental was very cleanneighborhood is beautiful and beaches cleanunit was very nice even better than the pictures super cleanthe kitchen was a bit out of date but everything was freshly painted and impeccably cleanRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfect - walking distance to many restaurants and attractionsloved being this close to the beachwe loved the location but the house needs to be updatedwe definitely would stay at this location againgreat location midway between the 2 piers you can walk to either end within 15 min
7. Charming home with two kitchens
This 6-bedroom home is the ideal choice of accommodation for large groups as it can sleep up to 16 guests. The recently remodelled kitchen offers a modern seating area where the entire family can get together and spend some quality time together. What’s best is that you can take in the ocean views from the full-length windows or the master bedroom’s balcony.
With a second kitchen on the property, you will not have to worry about running out of space to store your food and refreshments.
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kitchen was great could use a few more utensils like silverware and forksthe beds were comfortable tooCleanliness:
we had to clean them ourselvesthe vacation rental was very cleanthe vacation rental was very cleanthe vacation rental was cleanthe vacation rental was cleanHost:
rating details: the property manager was very helpfulrating details: the property manager was very helpfulrating details: the property manager was very helpfulrating details: the property manager was very helpfulrating details: the property manager was very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
reviewer comments: the location was amazingreviewer comments: overall a very pleasant experience great location if the beach is your prioritywe luckily did not let her ruin our stay but it was closethis is our favorite by far beautiful location so much space well equipped kitcheni was very happy with the location
8. Elegant beach house for eight (from USD 535)
In this upside-down beach house, you will find the bedrooms downstairs and the living areas on the upper floor. From the master bedroom, you can enjoy direct access to the patio and be lulled to sleep by the sound of the waves. With a shaded seating area and barbecue provided, you can be sure of making many fond family memories here.
You can expect no less than the best ocean views from the living area, which comes complete with a desk, making it perfect for remote working purposes.
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the home would benefit from new tile in the kitchen and baseboardsCleanliness:
the vacation rental was very cleanreviewer comments: loved the property very clean very well stocked lots of linensthe vacation rental was cleanthe vacation rental was cleanHost:
rating details: the property manager was very helpfulrating details: the property manager was very helpfulrating details: the property manager was very helpfulrating details: the property manager was very helpfulrating details: the property manager was very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
reviewer comments: great locationreviewer comments: the location was amazingend of the boardwalk perfect locationreviewer comments: very good locationlocation is great just a little loud and busy at the end of boardwalk
9. Newly renovated home with a rooftop deck (from USD 1058)
The largest selling point of this property has to be its rooftop deck, which comes with a hot tub and sheltered seating area. If you wish to cool down in the water without bumping shoulders with the crowd, you can do it here while taking in panoramic views of the beach.
You will also find modern fixtures such as porcelain plank flooring and granite countertops. The spacious master bedroom features a fireplace and a private balcony, where you can sip on a glass of wine while people-watching after dark.
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the house was clean and in good condition when we arrivedfor $12k a week i believe mattresses should be kept clean and currentthe vacation rental was very cleanthe vacation rental was very cleanthe vacation rental was very cleanHost:
rating details: the property manager was very helpfulrating details: the property manager was very helpfulrating details: the property manager was very helpfulrating details: the property manager was very helpfulrating details: the property manager was very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
reviewer comments: location is perfectthis is a very nice locationa great location within easy walking distance of the pier restaurants bars and shopsreviewer comments: the home's location is excellent on the beach and close to everythingit is a comfortable well maintained home in a great location
10. Modern house with cathedral ceiling windows (from USD 920)
This modern three-bedroom house features cathedral ceiling windows that let in gorgeous views of Newport Beach. The open-plan living, dining and kitchen area makes it easy for the whole family to enjoy being together in the same space. You can enjoy lounging on a sunbed on your private deck or simply feel the sea breeze on your face while sipping on a cold drink.
This property is located just steps from the water and minutes away from Newport Beach’s many restaurants, making it the perfect choice for those looking to be right in the action.
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the beach views were amazing and the house very comfortable for the 8 of usthe beds were super comfortableRead more reviewsLocation:
wonderful location close to the pierlocation is super close to the pier and local shops and restaurantsit’s very old but the location is greatthe property was in a great locationthe home is in a fantastic location to walk and bike to many fun activities
Get your dose of vitamin sea in Newport Beach
If your next holiday is in Newport Beach, you can make it a holiday to remember by booking a beachfront property. From these best beachfront resorts in Newport Beach, California, you will be just minutes from feeling the sun in your eyes and the sand between your toes.
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