Newport Channel Inn
US$134
/ night
Avg. for November
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US$134
/ night
Avg. for November
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Newport Channel Inn average US$132 in the cheapest month (December) and US$267 in the most expensive month (July), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$133 |
| February | US$143 |
| March | US$174 |
| April | US$176 |
| May | US$184 |
| June | US$213 |
| July | US$267 |
| August | US$217 |
| September | US$201 |
| October | US$168 |
| November | US$134 |
| December | US$132 |
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Most expensive: July (~US$267)
Cheapest: December (~US$132)
About this property
Take in the views from a rooftop terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Amenities
Take in the views from a rooftop terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include express check-out, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 30 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. 40-inch LED televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards.
Location
Located in Newport Beach (Balboa Peninsula), Newport Channel Inn - Near Huntington State Beach is within a 5-minute drive of Huntington State Beach and Newport Beach Pier. This hotel is 3.5 mi (5.7 km) from Balboa Fun Zone and 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Balboa Pier.
What's nearby
Balboa Peninsula Beaches(0.2 Miles)
Hoag Hospital(0.7 Miles)
Huntington State Beach(0.9 Miles)
Huntington Beach Beaches(1 Miles)
Lido Marina Village(1.3 Miles)
Newport Beach Pier(2 Miles)
The Wayfarer(2 Miles)
Mother’s Beach(2 Miles)
Balboa Beach(2.7 Miles)
Balboa Fun Zone(3.5 Miles)
Balboa Pavilion(3.5 Miles)
Balboa Pier(3.6 Miles)
Pacific City(3.8 Miles)
Main Street(3.9 Miles)
Huntington Beach Pier(4 Miles)
John Wayne Airport (SNA)(8.8 Miles)
Fullerton, CA (FUL-Fullerton Municipal)(25.7 Miles)
Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB)(21.3 Miles)
Hawthorne, CA (HHR-Hawthorne Municipal)(42.6 Miles)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Tour desk
Tennis courts
Housekeeping
Bicycle rental
Location
6030 W. Coast Hwy
Balboa Peninsula Beaches (0.2 Miles)
Hoag Hospital (0.7 Miles)
Huntington State Beach (0.9 Miles)
Huntington Beach Beaches (1 Miles)
Lido Marina Village (1.3 Miles)
Newport Beach Pier (2 Miles)
Room options
5
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
312 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
5
Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds
Room details
3× Large Double Beds
and 1 Single Bed
Sleeps 7
513 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
4
Family Triple Room
Room details
2 Double Beds
and 1 Single Bed
Sleeps 5
312 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
4
Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds
Room details
2 Large Double Beds
Sleeps 4
312 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
8
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Accessible)
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
312 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Refrigerator
Guest reviews of Newport Channel Inn
8.1
Very good
Based on 1,002 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
9%
Couple
31%
Family
42%
Group
10%
Solo
5%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Newport Channel Inn, travellers consistently praise the easy walk-to-the-beach location and friendly, accommodating staff, while noting the classic motel feel with basic amenities and beach gear loans that add convenience for straightforward, budget-conscious stays.
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What guests think
At Newport Channel Inn, travellers consistently praise the easy walk-to-the-beach location and friendly, accommodating staff, while noting the classic motel feel with basic amenities and beach gear loans that add convenience for straightforward, budget-conscious stays.
Many reviews find rooms clean and some spacious for families, plus parking is generally easy. Common downsides include dated, worn interiors (warped or peeling floors), traffic and corridor noise, occasionally firm or uncomfortable beds, and intermittent issues like weak AC or missed housekeeping. Expect a basic, beach-focused stay where convenience and value outweigh polish.
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Facilities
Free loaner beach gear (towels, chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards) is a big plus, and parking is usually included and convenient. Extras like a simple rooftop deck and some pet-friendly and accessible rooms appear, but there's no on-site breakfast.
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Hiilani
22 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We stayed for two nights. Parking right in front of the room, office open 24/7. Friendly staff
We stayed for two nights. Parking right in front of the room, office open 24/7. Friendly staff
10
David
21 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Place was an older building but the rooms were updated and great layout to your car. The service was fantastic and the roof top sitting area was cool after hours! Restaurant next door was good too.
Place was an older building but the rooms were updated and great layout to your car. The service was fantastic and the roof top sitting area was cool after hours! Restaurant next door was good too.
8
David
9 Oct 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Hotel was a good price. Cheapest. Nearest to Beach they also have beach cruisers bicycles. You can rent from a local vendor for about $20 for 24 hours that are located on the property just call Jason 949 -612 -8389 for bike rentals they don't serve any type of Continental breakfast, but there is plenty of other places to eat around the area
Hotel was a good price. Cheapest. Nearest to Beach they also have beach cruisers bicycles. You can rent from a local vendor for about $20 for 24 hours that are located on the property just call Jason 949 -612 -8389 for bike rentals they don't serve any type of Continental breakfast, but there is plenty of other places to eat around the area
10
Mary
31 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We loved our short two night stay! We were very grateful for the hospitality and cleanliness. They allowed us to utilize free parking before check in time. They provide umbrella, chairs, boogie boards, sand toys for beach for free! Location to beach is perfect! We could have rented bikes $20 for 24 hours which is a great deal! We will stay here again!
We loved our short two night stay! We were very grateful for the hospitality and cleanliness. They allowed us to utilize free parking before check in time. They provide umbrella, chairs, boogie boards, sand toys for beach for free! Location to beach is perfect! We could have rented bikes $20 for 24 hours which is a great deal! We will stay here again!
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Rachel
17 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Rooms are old and it showed. The beds were very uncomfortable, but it was a short easy walk to the beach, so location was great! It was also nice that the hotel let you borrow beach towels, chairs, and umbrellas for free.
Rooms are old and it showed. The beds were very uncomfortable, but it was a short easy walk to the beach, so location was great! It was also nice that the hotel let you borrow beach towels, chairs, and umbrellas for free.
10
theodora
28 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Check in was so easy and the gentleman at the front desk was amazing. He had such a great personality and was so helpful. I read that in the reviews and it certainly holds true. We also loved that they let us borrow chairs, beach towels and boogie boards. It made our beach experience so much better and my kids were excited to get on those Pacific Ocean waves. The location in proximity to the beach is very close. Less than 5 minutes for sure. I would definitely stay here again for all those reason, even over a more "upscale" hotel.
Check in was so easy and the gentleman at the front desk was amazing. He had such a great personality and was so helpful. I read that in the reviews and it certainly holds true. We also loved that they let us borrow chairs, beach towels and boogie boards. It made our beach experience so much better and my kids were excited to get on those Pacific Ocean waves. The location in proximity to the beach is very close. Less than 5 minutes for sure. I would definitely stay here again for all those reason, even over a more "upscale" hotel.
10
Ankush
3 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Newport Beach is just across the street and a short walk. They provide towels, chairs and umbrellas for the beach visit. A few restaurant right next to the place and a lot more within 20 min walking distance.
Newport Beach is just across the street and a short walk. They provide towels, chairs and umbrellas for the beach visit. A few restaurant right next to the place and a lot more within 20 min walking distance.
10
Michael
1 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Parking was easy and included. Location is amazing. Price was reasonable for the area. Service was friendly and efficient. Floors are a bit beat up but perfectly serviceable and clean. Very central to Newport and Huntington Beach.
Parking was easy and included. Location is amazing. Price was reasonable for the area. Service was friendly and efficient. Floors are a bit beat up but perfectly serviceable and clean. Very central to Newport and Huntington Beach.
8
Cynthia
5 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Spotless room, we had the handicapped room and the walk in shower plus grab bars were a wonderful reassurance for my disabled husband and myself! Dog friendly, with a park right behind the hotel to walk the dogs and truly friendly neighbors made a huge impact on our stay here
Spotless room, we had the handicapped room and the walk in shower plus grab bars were a wonderful reassurance for my disabled husband and myself! Dog friendly, with a park right behind the hotel to walk the dogs and truly friendly neighbors made a huge impact on our stay here
10
Tamara
12 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Super clean. No frills but close to everything. Great staff! Upper outdoor deck is a fun hangout at night!
Super clean. No frills but close to everything. Great staff! Upper outdoor deck is a fun hangout at night!
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Cleanliness
Many guests report clean or spotless rooms, but feedback is mixed. Some note sandy or dirty floors and occasional bathroom or bedding issues.
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Michael
27 Jan 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed here 2 years ago and were very pleased. Happy to say that the visit was great again this year. The rooms are large and well laid out, comfortable beds. Nice and helpful staff. Great location and price. Try the Spaghetti Bender up the street, it's a favorite from my wife's childhood. Only thing is that the floor needs to be cleaned a little better from the sand coming from the nearby beach.
We stayed here 2 years ago and were very pleased. Happy to say that the visit was great again this year. The rooms are large and well laid out, comfortable beds. Nice and helpful staff. Great location and price. Try the Spaghetti Bender up the street, it's a favorite from my wife's childhood. Only thing is that the floor needs to be cleaned a little better from the sand coming from the nearby beach.
10
Toni
11 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I really appreciate the attentiveness and kindness of the staff. The room was nice and clean. They had beach towels, chairs and an umbrella that they allowed us to borrow for the beach. Would stay here again.
I really appreciate the attentiveness and kindness of the staff. The room was nice and clean. They had beach towels, chairs and an umbrella that they allowed us to borrow for the beach. Would stay here again.
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Cheri
14 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was spotless front desk in evening could have been friendlier. Bed wasn't as soft as needed.
Room was spotless front desk in evening could have been friendlier. Bed wasn't as soft as needed.
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Mark
2 Nov 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Good location and clean rooms. They are in the process of remodeling all the rooms. Older but nice place to stay.
Good location and clean rooms. They are in the process of remodeling all the rooms. Older but nice place to stay.
10
Erika
17 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Property was well maintained, friendly staff, clean rooms, working appliances— Came to enjoy the beach and the area with my best friend for her birthday. The room we stayed in was perfect for our travel needs. Everything worked, it was clean, and the staff was very accommodating. I’d recommend this hotel for anyone who wants to visit Newport Beach.
Property was well maintained, friendly staff, clean rooms, working appliances— Came to enjoy the beach and the area with my best friend for her birthday. The room we stayed in was perfect for our travel needs. Everything worked, it was clean, and the staff was very accommodating. I’d recommend this hotel for anyone who wants to visit Newport Beach.
6
Evangelina
25 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Pros: Friendly receptionist. Great location, only a short walk to the beach. Easy reservation, check in, and check out process. Good wifi connection. Park and restaurants nearby. Cons: Thin walls- you can hear the neighbors and every car that drives/races by making it very difficult to sleep. Clean bedsheets but traces of sand were consistent in all 3 of our beds. Poor ventilation in dated bathroom with what appeared to be mold.
Pros: Friendly receptionist. Great location, only a short walk to the beach. Easy reservation, check in, and check out process. Good wifi connection. Park and restaurants nearby. Cons: Thin walls- you can hear the neighbors and every car that drives/races by making it very difficult to sleep. Clean bedsheets but traces of sand were consistent in all 3 of our beds. Poor ventilation in dated bathroom with what appeared to be mold.
10
Paris
13 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I absolutely love this place. Great staff, great location, and very clean.
I absolutely love this place. Great staff, great location, and very clean.
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HEATHER
16 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I have mixed feeling about our stay here. While it was super convenient to be in short walking distance to the beach and a tiny playground/park behind the hotel that was perfect for my kids, the room itself was a huge disappointment. The bedding was stained and the floors were absolutely filthy as was the bathroom. Very disappointing for what we ended up paying per night.
I have mixed feeling about our stay here. While it was super convenient to be in short walking distance to the beach and a tiny playground/park behind the hotel that was perfect for my kids, the room itself was a huge disappointment. The bedding was stained and the floors were absolutely filthy as was the bathroom. Very disappointing for what we ended up paying per night.
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Cynthia
5 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Spotless room, we had the handicapped room and the walk in shower plus grab bars were a wonderful reassurance for my disabled husband and myself! Dog friendly, with a park right behind the hotel to walk the dogs and truly friendly neighbors made a huge impact on our stay here
Spotless room, we had the handicapped room and the walk in shower plus grab bars were a wonderful reassurance for my disabled husband and myself! Dog friendly, with a park right behind the hotel to walk the dogs and truly friendly neighbors made a huge impact on our stay here
10
Johnny
13 Apr 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Clean, quiet, and across the street from the beach. Not much more to ask for. Location and parking were excellent. Not too far from anything in Newport. Good value for the price. Will definitely atay again.
Clean, quiet, and across the street from the beach. Not much more to ask for. Location and parking were excellent. Not too far from anything in Newport. Good value for the price. Will definitely atay again.
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Rooms
Rooms are older and basic; several mention dated decor and wear (warped/peeling floors), thin walls or road noise, and variable bed comfort or weak AC. Family rooms are notably spacious, and many include a fridge and microwave.
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Jennifer
29 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great location and room size (family room). Walking distance to the beach and there’s a nice cafe next door. Floor needed a good cleaning/mopped better, but I’ll definitely stay again.
Great location and room size (family room). Walking distance to the beach and there’s a nice cafe next door. Floor needed a good cleaning/mopped better, but I’ll definitely stay again.
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John
31 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Stayed in room 221 and the floor was peeling from water damage and was scratching our feet. Also the floor was spongy from the water damage and it sunk as we walked on it. Could hear neighboring rooms talking and laughing like there was zero soundproofing in the walls. Have stayed here before due to the pricing but this time wasnt my favorite. Guess you get what you pay for.
Stayed in room 221 and the floor was peeling from water damage and was scratching our feet. Also the floor was spongy from the water damage and it sunk as we walked on it. Could hear neighboring rooms talking and laughing like there was zero soundproofing in the walls. Have stayed here before due to the pricing but this time wasnt my favorite. Guess you get what you pay for.
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Golden
23 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel is one busy street crossing from the beach. They also have chairs, beach towels and boogue boards available to use. The room we stayed in was in pretty bad shape, warped floor and flooring that has been falling apart for some time. The rooms are very dated. Sound proofing is good but not enough to block out the groups of bullet bikes that like to rev their engines on the highway in the evening. The bed is mostly comfortable, but the linens are pretty stiff. We elected not to stay a second night and find someplace more tranquil.
The hotel is one busy street crossing from the beach. They also have chairs, beach towels and boogue boards available to use. The room we stayed in was in pretty bad shape, warped floor and flooring that has been falling apart for some time. The rooms are very dated. Sound proofing is good but not enough to block out the groups of bullet bikes that like to rev their engines on the highway in the evening. The bed is mostly comfortable, but the linens are pretty stiff. We elected not to stay a second night and find someplace more tranquil.
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Tammy
16 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location and nice staff at check in. Booked 5 ppl in the Family room and only had towels for 3, phone did not work to call front desk, AC barely worked, and light bulbs missing in the lamps. Mentioned these things to front desk and they really did not care. Just handed over more towels. Then had to ask for more towels the second day!
Great location and nice staff at check in. Booked 5 ppl in the Family room and only had towels for 3, phone did not work to call front desk, AC barely worked, and light bulbs missing in the lamps. Mentioned these things to front desk and they really did not care. Just handed over more towels. Then had to ask for more towels the second day!
10
Angelica
13 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The family room was perfect for our needs.
The family room was perfect for our needs.
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BETH
10 Jan 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel was in a very good location in between newport and huntington beach. Room was roomy and quiet. Bed was a bit hard but overall good location and near a nice neighborhood and little park. Would stay again. Thank you
The hotel was in a very good location in between newport and huntington beach. Room was roomy and quiet. Bed was a bit hard but overall good location and near a nice neighborhood and little park. Would stay again. Thank you
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David
20 Jun 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
It came as advertised: old, spacious, noisy during the day, bland and clean. The bed was comfortable enough and the motel is close to the beach and close enough to restaurants and Balboa Island. It’s where I would stay if I was hitting the beach everyday or visiting family but not if I was appreciative of luxury. Ask for daily maid service, they do a good job. It was very walkable once you got away from the highway out front.
It came as advertised: old, spacious, noisy during the day, bland and clean. The bed was comfortable enough and the motel is close to the beach and close enough to restaurants and Balboa Island. It’s where I would stay if I was hitting the beach everyday or visiting family but not if I was appreciative of luxury. Ask for daily maid service, they do a good job. It was very walkable once you got away from the highway out front.
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Evangelina
25 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Pros: Friendly receptionist. Great location, only a short walk to the beach. Easy reservation, check in, and check out process. Good wifi connection. Park and restaurants nearby. Cons: Thin walls- you can hear the neighbors and every car that drives/races by making it very difficult to sleep. Clean bedsheets but traces of sand were consistent in all 3 of our beds. Poor ventilation in dated bathroom with what appeared to be mold.
Pros: Friendly receptionist. Great location, only a short walk to the beach. Easy reservation, check in, and check out process. Good wifi connection. Park and restaurants nearby. Cons: Thin walls- you can hear the neighbors and every car that drives/races by making it very difficult to sleep. Clean bedsheets but traces of sand were consistent in all 3 of our beds. Poor ventilation in dated bathroom with what appeared to be mold.
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Sarah
20 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
No frills but we knew this before so that is ok. Room was clean. Very very loud (next to busy street), even at night. Fridge was hot. Room was extremely hot and took 3 hours to cool down under 80 degrees. Very uncomfortable if you stay in the summer.
No frills but we knew this before so that is ok. Room was clean. Very very loud (next to busy street), even at night. Fridge was hot. Room was extremely hot and took 3 hours to cool down under 80 degrees. Very uncomfortable if you stay in the summer.
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Ross
21 Jun 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Duct tape holding laminate flooring in place, uncomfortable beds.
Duct tape holding laminate flooring in place, uncomfortable beds.
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Service
Service is frequently described as friendly, helpful, and efficient, with easy check-in and accommodating staff. A few reviews cite indifferent responses or missed requests.
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Lance
31 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Always a good choice great people
Always a good choice great people
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Jerald
4 Mar 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Front desk was very welcoming and friendly. Took less them a minute to check in.
Front desk was very welcoming and friendly. Took less them a minute to check in.
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Christopher
27 Feb 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Be honest with yourself, you're paying for the proximity to the ocean and surrounding area. The room was clean and met our expectations. The woman at the front desk was very kind and helpful. It was wonderful. I'm sure you'll enjoy it.
Be honest with yourself, you're paying for the proximity to the ocean and surrounding area. The room was clean and met our expectations. The woman at the front desk was very kind and helpful. It was wonderful. I'm sure you'll enjoy it.
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Tammy
16 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location and nice staff at check in. Booked 5 ppl in the Family room and only had towels for 3, phone did not work to call front desk, AC barely worked, and light bulbs missing in the lamps. Mentioned these things to front desk and they really did not care. Just handed over more towels. Then had to ask for more towels the second day!
Great location and nice staff at check in. Booked 5 ppl in the Family room and only had towels for 3, phone did not work to call front desk, AC barely worked, and light bulbs missing in the lamps. Mentioned these things to front desk and they really did not care. Just handed over more towels. Then had to ask for more towels the second day!
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Yaiza
30 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The staff was very nice and helpful, the room was big and cozy, and the hotel is so close to the beach! Perfect for a relaxing stay.
The staff was very nice and helpful, the room was big and cozy, and the hotel is so close to the beach! Perfect for a relaxing stay.
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Sharon
28 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Arrived just after midnight and the staff person was incredibly accommodating and offered us a late check out the following morning. We were given an accessible room which was HUGE and very clean and comfortable! Location cant be beat - right across the street from the ocean!
Arrived just after midnight and the staff person was incredibly accommodating and offered us a late check out the following morning. We were given an accessible room which was HUGE and very clean and comfortable! Location cant be beat - right across the street from the ocean!
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Filiberto
18 Aug 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Very nice property! David was very nice about our rooms. We originally got 2 queen beds for our stay but when we got on the property and David noticed there were three of us, he offered to give us a room with 2 queens and 1 single free of charge! It was great because two of us didn’t need to share a bed. It’s super close to the beach and much less pricy than the other hotels or inns in the same or very close location. You can smell the sea from the inn. Would definitely come here again!!!
Very nice property! David was very nice about our rooms. We originally got 2 queen beds for our stay but when we got on the property and David noticed there were three of us, he offered to give us a room with 2 queens and 1 single free of charge! It was great because two of us didn’t need to share a bed. It’s super close to the beach and much less pricy than the other hotels or inns in the same or very close location. You can smell the sea from the inn. Would definitely come here again!!!
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theodora
28 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Check in was so easy and the gentleman at the front desk was amazing. He had such a great personality and was so helpful. I read that in the reviews and it certainly holds true. We also loved that they let us borrow chairs, beach towels and boogie boards. It made our beach experience so much better and my kids were excited to get on those Pacific Ocean waves. The location in proximity to the beach is very close. Less than 5 minutes for sure. I would definitely stay here again for all those reason, even over a more "upscale" hotel.
Check in was so easy and the gentleman at the front desk was amazing. He had such a great personality and was so helpful. I read that in the reviews and it certainly holds true. We also loved that they let us borrow chairs, beach towels and boogie boards. It made our beach experience so much better and my kids were excited to get on those Pacific Ocean waves. The location in proximity to the beach is very close. Less than 5 minutes for sure. I would definitely stay here again for all those reason, even over a more "upscale" hotel.
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Will
23 Oct 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
First time staying and would totally do it again. Great location within walking distance to the beach which was main draw. They provide beach towels if you need them. Great Vacancy Coffee place to get breakfast in the morning and restaurants close (Casablanca was great and enjoyed the unexpected show!). Parking was always plentiful. Its a bit noisy being on hwy 1 but everything else more than makes up for it, I thought it was a great price and loved the location. Staff was super friendly.
First time staying and would totally do it again. Great location within walking distance to the beach which was main draw. They provide beach towels if you need them. Great Vacancy Coffee place to get breakfast in the morning and restaurants close (Casablanca was great and enjoyed the unexpected show!). Parking was always plentiful. Its a bit noisy being on hwy 1 but everything else more than makes up for it, I thought it was a great price and loved the location. Staff was super friendly.
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Sarah M.
17 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean and quick check in and out
Clean and quick check in and out
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Location
Excellent location across from or a short walk to the beach, with cafes and restaurants nearby and access to both Newport and Huntington Beach. Recurring traffic noise from Pacific Coast Highway is a common trade-off.
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Golden
23 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel is one busy street crossing from the beach. They also have chairs, beach towels and boogue boards available to use. The room we stayed in was in pretty bad shape, warped floor and flooring that has been falling apart for some time. The rooms are very dated. Sound proofing is good but not enough to block out the groups of bullet bikes that like to rev their engines on the highway in the evening. The bed is mostly comfortable, but the linens are pretty stiff. We elected not to stay a second night and find someplace more tranquil.
The hotel is one busy street crossing from the beach. They also have chairs, beach towels and boogue boards available to use. The room we stayed in was in pretty bad shape, warped floor and flooring that has been falling apart for some time. The rooms are very dated. Sound proofing is good but not enough to block out the groups of bullet bikes that like to rev their engines on the highway in the evening. The bed is mostly comfortable, but the linens are pretty stiff. We elected not to stay a second night and find someplace more tranquil.
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Bryan
28 Oct 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
SO close to the water. In less and a 5 minute walk, your feet are in the sand.
SO close to the water. In less and a 5 minute walk, your feet are in the sand.
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Sharon
28 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Arrived just after midnight and the staff person was incredibly accommodating and offered us a late check out the following morning. We were given an accessible room which was HUGE and very clean and comfortable! Location cant be beat - right across the street from the ocean!
Arrived just after midnight and the staff person was incredibly accommodating and offered us a late check out the following morning. We were given an accessible room which was HUGE and very clean and comfortable! Location cant be beat - right across the street from the ocean!
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Rachel
17 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Rooms are old and it showed. The beds were very uncomfortable, but it was a short easy walk to the beach, so location was great! It was also nice that the hotel let you borrow beach towels, chairs, and umbrellas for free.
Rooms are old and it showed. The beds were very uncomfortable, but it was a short easy walk to the beach, so location was great! It was also nice that the hotel let you borrow beach towels, chairs, and umbrellas for free.
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charles
14 Mar 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Convenient location. Easy access to the beach. Within walking distance of both Huntington beach and Newport beach.
Convenient location. Easy access to the beach. Within walking distance of both Huntington beach and Newport beach.
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Cort e
13 Jul 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The location is as good as it gets. Wish they kept the vending machine fully stocked with water.
The location is as good as it gets. Wish they kept the vending machine fully stocked with water.
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Ankush
3 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Newport Beach is just across the street and a short walk. They provide towels, chairs and umbrellas for the beach visit. A few restaurant right next to the place and a lot more within 20 min walking distance.
Newport Beach is just across the street and a short walk. They provide towels, chairs and umbrellas for the beach visit. A few restaurant right next to the place and a lot more within 20 min walking distance.
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Michael
1 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Parking was easy and included. Location is amazing. Price was reasonable for the area. Service was friendly and efficient. Floors are a bit beat up but perfectly serviceable and clean. Very central to Newport and Huntington Beach.
Parking was easy and included. Location is amazing. Price was reasonable for the area. Service was friendly and efficient. Floors are a bit beat up but perfectly serviceable and clean. Very central to Newport and Huntington Beach.
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Danielle
6 Dec 2023
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Stayed 1 night
This was a great place to stay, the service was great and the room was affordable. The only thing that bothered us is how loud the highway is when you are trying to sleep.
This was a great place to stay, the service was great and the room was affordable. The only thing that bothered us is how loud the highway is when you are trying to sleep.
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Johnny
13 Apr 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Clean, quiet, and across the street from the beach. Not much more to ask for. Location and parking were excellent. Not too far from anything in Newport. Good value for the price. Will definitely atay again.
Clean, quiet, and across the street from the beach. Not much more to ask for. Location and parking were excellent. Not too far from anything in Newport. Good value for the price. Will definitely atay again.
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Dining
No on-site breakfast, but multiple diners and cafes are next door or within a short walk; several guests enjoyed Cappy’s and other local spots. Overall, food options are easy to access nearby.
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James
24 Jul 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Nice and convenient location. Next to Cappy's Restaurant
Nice and convenient location. Next to Cappy's Restaurant
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Pam
11 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It was a great location to accessing the beach, right across the street, and the great restaurants and shops on the peninsula.
It was a great location to accessing the beach, right across the street, and the great restaurants and shops on the peninsula.
10
Michael
27 Jan 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed here 2 years ago and were very pleased. Happy to say that the visit was great again this year. The rooms are large and well laid out, comfortable beds. Nice and helpful staff. Great location and price. Try the Spaghetti Bender up the street, it's a favorite from my wife's childhood. Only thing is that the floor needs to be cleaned a little better from the sand coming from the nearby beach.
We stayed here 2 years ago and were very pleased. Happy to say that the visit was great again this year. The rooms are large and well laid out, comfortable beds. Nice and helpful staff. Great location and price. Try the Spaghetti Bender up the street, it's a favorite from my wife's childhood. Only thing is that the floor needs to be cleaned a little better from the sand coming from the nearby beach.
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David
9 Oct 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Hotel was a good price. Cheapest. Nearest to Beach they also have beach cruisers bicycles. You can rent from a local vendor for about $20 for 24 hours that are located on the property just call Jason 949 -612 -8389 for bike rentals they don't serve any type of Continental breakfast, but there is plenty of other places to eat around the area
Hotel was a good price. Cheapest. Nearest to Beach they also have beach cruisers bicycles. You can rent from a local vendor for about $20 for 24 hours that are located on the property just call Jason 949 -612 -8389 for bike rentals they don't serve any type of Continental breakfast, but there is plenty of other places to eat around the area
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Ankush
3 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Newport Beach is just across the street and a short walk. They provide towels, chairs and umbrellas for the beach visit. A few restaurant right next to the place and a lot more within 20 min walking distance.
Newport Beach is just across the street and a short walk. They provide towels, chairs and umbrellas for the beach visit. A few restaurant right next to the place and a lot more within 20 min walking distance.
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Angie
14 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Fun retro inn! We enjoyed the clean room! And although a little vintage, we slept great, enjoyed breakfast at chappy’s - yum!! And we’re central to all that we needed with the beach a short walk away!!
Fun retro inn! We enjoyed the clean room! And although a little vintage, we slept great, enjoyed breakfast at chappy’s - yum!! And we’re central to all that we needed with the beach a short walk away!!
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Will
23 Oct 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
First time staying and would totally do it again. Great location within walking distance to the beach which was main draw. They provide beach towels if you need them. Great Vacancy Coffee place to get breakfast in the morning and restaurants close (Casablanca was great and enjoyed the unexpected show!). Parking was always plentiful. Its a bit noisy being on hwy 1 but everything else more than makes up for it, I thought it was a great price and loved the location. Staff was super friendly.
First time staying and would totally do it again. Great location within walking distance to the beach which was main draw. They provide beach towels if you need them. Great Vacancy Coffee place to get breakfast in the morning and restaurants close (Casablanca was great and enjoyed the unexpected show!). Parking was always plentiful. Its a bit noisy being on hwy 1 but everything else more than makes up for it, I thought it was a great price and loved the location. Staff was super friendly.
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Dawn
12 Mar 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Proximity to the beach and beach, shopping and other amenities is great. The restaurant next door (Cappy’s) was a great diner. The staff were very helpful and friendly. The motel is a classic old beach motel and the rooms are partially updated but not updated very well. I stayed in 2 rooms- one had oddly squishy flooring (new engineered hardwood that seemed put over old flooring) with a few gouges/hole. The sink was smelly when you ran water and the furniture is so old - chairs were sunken and the wood a little sticky from years of people touching them. The place could use some work. However the second room was in a little better condition but with the same furniture. There was a very nice sunny deck on the second level that was a great outside sitting area, even if just concrete with plastic chairs. The price was great and parking was included and it was very easy to find a space. I would go back if price continued to be my deciding factor for a room.
Proximity to the beach and beach, shopping and other amenities is great. The restaurant next door (Cappy’s) was a great diner. The staff were very helpful and friendly. The motel is a classic old beach motel and the rooms are partially updated but not updated very well. I stayed in 2 rooms- one had oddly squishy flooring (new engineered hardwood that seemed put over old flooring) with a few gouges/hole. The sink was smelly when you ran water and the furniture is so old - chairs were sunken and the wood a little sticky from years of people touching them. The place could use some work. However the second room was in a little better condition but with the same furniture. There was a very nice sunny deck on the second level that was a great outside sitting area, even if just concrete with plastic chairs. The price was great and parking was included and it was very easy to find a space. I would go back if price continued to be my deciding factor for a room.
10
Jonathan
24 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
10 minutes walking distance to the beach Brunch option next door as well as a convenient store Restaurants walking distance as well
10 minutes walking distance to the beach Brunch option next door as well as a convenient store Restaurants walking distance as well
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William
28 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Overall I enjoyed our stay here and hope to return soon. Our room was not sound-proof at all and the most of the night I felt like the window was open (it was not) because of how loud the street noises were (cars driving by, loud motors, honking). But the staff was wonderfully helpful and interested in helping us get the most out of our short stay. They have beach towels, sand toys, beach chairs, and boogie boards available to use for free - so helpful!! The beach is about 3-5 min walk away - sooo convenient. They don’t serve breakfast at the inn but two doors down there is a wonderful cafe that served a great breakfast ($10-20). Parking was tight but there were just enough spaces and I was able to park right outside our room which was helpful with small kids. I loved that they have rooms for larger families. The rooms is not new (floors had a few cracks patched with duct tape) but it was clean and the shower worked well. Overall the friendly staff and beach conveniences helped me overlook the noise issues. I enjoyed this place and look forward to returning with my family. Thanks for a great stay.
Overall I enjoyed our stay here and hope to return soon. Our room was not sound-proof at all and the most of the night I felt like the window was open (it was not) because of how loud the street noises were (cars driving by, loud motors, honking). But the staff was wonderfully helpful and interested in helping us get the most out of our short stay. They have beach towels, sand toys, beach chairs, and boogie boards available to use for free - so helpful!! The beach is about 3-5 min walk away - sooo convenient. They don’t serve breakfast at the inn but two doors down there is a wonderful cafe that served a great breakfast ($10-20). Parking was tight but there were just enough spaces and I was able to park right outside our room which was helpful with small kids. I loved that they have rooms for larger families. The rooms is not new (floors had a few cracks patched with duct tape) but it was clean and the shower worked well. Overall the friendly staff and beach conveniences helped me overlook the noise issues. I enjoyed this place and look forward to returning with my family. Thanks for a great stay.
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Fulgencio
last week
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean, helpful and close to the beach
Clean, helpful and close to the beach
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Nancy
last week
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was clean. Clean bedding and bathroom essentials. Check in and parking was easy and the staff was nice & helpful. Some challenges with the mini split a/c remote control,
The room was clean. Clean bedding and bathroom essentials. Check in and parking was easy and the staff was nice & helpful. Some challenges with the mini split a/c remote control,
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Michelle
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
The stuff was very helpful and allow us to leave the car for the day while we went to the beach, even though we checked out of our room in the rooms were very clean and the location is amazing
The stuff was very helpful and allow us to leave the car for the day while we went to the beach, even though we checked out of our room in the rooms were very clean and the location is amazing
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Paul
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Well, it didn’t look much like the picture on hotels.com, but it was reasonably clean, and there were no insects. I don’t think the daytime staff knew much, but the man who was there when we arrived in the evening, was very knowledgeable and helpful. Parking was no problem. The air conditioner worked fine. There’s a diner 150 feet away. Honestly, I would stay there again.
Well, it didn’t look much like the picture on hotels.com, but it was reasonably clean, and there were no insects. I don’t think the daytime staff knew much, but the man who was there when we arrived in the evening, was very knowledgeable and helpful. Parking was no problem. The air conditioner worked fine. There’s a diner 150 feet away. Honestly, I would stay there again.
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Lisa
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
David was wonderful and very helpful with check in and with recommendations! The room was clean and roomy. The beach was a 5 minute walk!
David was wonderful and very helpful with check in and with recommendations! The room was clean and roomy. The beach was a 5 minute walk!
FAQs about Newport Channel Inn
Is parking available at the property?
Free self-parking is available on-site, but it is limited. Parking height restrictions apply.
Does the hotel allow pets?
Pets are allowed in specific rooms only, with a fee of USD 100.00 per accommodation, per week. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 11:59 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 50.00, subject to availability. Late check-out is also available for a fee, subject to availability.
What accessibility features does the hotel offer?
The property has limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible public areas.
Where is the hotel located in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located in Newport Beach (Balboa Peninsula), just 0.4 km from Balboa Peninsula Beaches and within a 5-minute drive of Huntington State Beach and Newport Beach Pier. It is approximately 3.5 km from Balboa Fun Zone and 3.6 km from Balboa Pier.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
Rollaway beds are available for a fee of USD 25.00 per night, and advance request or confirmation is required. Crib availability information is not provided.
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Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.
- 2026-11-06: 185.8198016410675USD
- 2026-11-07: 206.87451904714965USD
- 2026-11-08: 126.86333585826874USD
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- 2026-11-15: 129.22966039759825USD
- 2026-11-16: 119.10486574834442USD
- 2026-11-17: 119.10486574834442USD
- 2026-11-18: 119.10486574834442USD
- 2026-11-19: 130.03756932492828USD
- 2026-11-20: 173.74005668751525USD
- 2026-11-21: 195.59129611679077USD
- 2026-11-22: 119.10486574834442USD
- 2026-11-23: 119.10486574834442USD
- 2026-11-24: 130.03756932492828USD
- 2026-11-25: 151.8817248922577USD
- 2026-11-26: 173.74005668751525USD
- 2026-11-27: 173.74005668751525USD
- 2026-11-28: 173.74005668751525USD
- 2026-11-29: 119.10486574834442USD
- 2026-11-30: 119.10486574834442USD
- 2026-12-01: 119.10486574834442USD
- 2026-12-02: 119.10486574834442USD
- 2026-12-03: 119.10486574834442USD
- 2026-12-04: 162.81444547691345USD
- 2026-12-05: 184.6727602640991USD
- 2026-12-06: 119.10486574834442USD
- 2026-12-07: 119.10486574834442USD
- 2026-12-08: 119.28908867912293USD
- 2026-12-09: 130.03756932492828USD
- 2026-12-10: 130.2288761176529USD
- 2026-12-11: 163.03286313624574USD
- 2026-12-12: 184.95618277423097USD
- 2026-12-13: 119.10486574834442USD
- 2026-12-14: 119.2652858824997USD
- 2026-12-15: 119.10486574834442USD
- 2026-12-16: 119.2652858824997USD
- 2026-12-17: 119.10486574834442USD
- 2026-12-18: 162.81444547691345USD
- 2026-12-19: 184.6727602640991USD
- 2026-12-20: 119.10486574834442USD
- 2026-12-21: 130.03756932492828USD
- 2026-12-22: 130.03756932492828USD
- 2026-12-23: 130.03756932492828USD
- 2026-12-24: 130.03756932492828USD
- 2026-12-25: 173.74005668751525USD
- 2026-12-26: 195.59129611679077USD
- 2026-12-27: 173.74005668751525USD
- 2026-12-28: 173.74005668751525USD
- 2026-12-29: 173.74005668751525USD
- 2026-12-30: 173.74005668751525USD
- 2026-12-31: 239.30086734132385USD
- 2027-01-01: 217.44962791204833USD
- 2027-01-02: 239.62609569218444USD
- 2027-01-03: 130.03756932492828USD
- 2027-01-04: 130.03756932492828USD
- 2027-01-05: 130.03756932492828USD
- 2027-01-06: 131.0319972727432USD
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
- 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, debit cards, and cash
- Cashless transactions are available
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
- This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Parking height restrictions apply.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- Pet fee: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per week
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Early check-in fee: USD 55.10 (subject to availability)
- Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 27.50 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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Tour desk
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24-Hour Front Desk
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Free parking
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Activities
Tennis courts
Golf course (nearby)
Beach (nearby)
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