The Resort at Pelican Hill
Across 504 acres above the Newport Coast, Pelican Hill combines Palladian-inspired bungalows and villas, 36 holes of Tom Fazio golf, a monumental circular pool and one of Orange County’s most complete resort experiences.
The Resort at Pelican Hill occupies 504 acres on the Newport Coast between Newport Beach and Laguna Beach. Terraced roads, Mediterranean landscaping and Palladian-inspired architecture give the property the scale and order of a large private estate.
Accommodation is divided between oversized bungalow rooms and suites and a separate collection of two-, three- and four-bedroom villas. The villas add kitchens, living areas, private clubhouse amenities and a greater sense of residential privacy for longer stays or groups.
Golf is a major draw, with two 18-hole Tom Fazio courses overlooking the Pacific. The South Course completed a major restoration in 2026, while the broader resort also includes extensive practice facilities and a dedicated golf academy.
The circular Coliseum Pool remains one of the resort’s visual signatures, while the spa adds 22 treatment rooms, thermal facilities and fitness programming. Dining, beach transportation to Crystal Cove and multiple family activities make it easy to stay within the resort for several days.
Pelican Hill is best for travelers who want Orange County luxury at true destination-resort scale. It combines golf, villas, spa, pools and ocean views in a way that few Southern California properties can match.