
Marriott's Newport Coast Villas
Best for families or groups who want roomy two-bedroom villas with full kitchens and resort-style pool recreation.
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Marriott's Newport Coast Villas is a family-focused villa resort offering two-bedroom self-catering accommodations, pools and kid-friendly programming. The Resort at Pelican Hill is an ultra-luxury Newport Coast golf and ocean-view resort for travelers who prioritize high-end service, golf and spa facilities.
Updated · about 0.6 km apart

Best for families or groups who want roomy two-bedroom villas with full kitchens and resort-style pool recreation.

Best for travelers seeking a high-end resort experience with championship golf, an on-site spa and expansive ocean views.
When Marriott's Newport Coast Villas wins: choose the Villas if you need space, a full kitchen, kid-focused activities (The Cove), and easy, casual poolside dining for families.
When The Resort at Pelican Hill wins: choose Pelican Hill if you want formal luxury service, on-site golf and lessons, multiple resort pools, and a larger spa and dining program.
Bottom line: both sit on Newport Coast bluffs near the Pelican Hill Golf Club; pick Marriott's Newport Coast Villas for family-oriented villa living and self-catering convenience, or Pelican Hill for an ultra-luxury golf-and-spa stay.
| Category | Marriott's Newport Coast Villas | The Resort at Pelican Hill |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Family-friendly villa resort with full kitchens and programed activities for kids | Ultra-luxury resort focused on golf, spa and refined service |
| Location (Newport Coast) | Perched on a bluff with access to Crystal Cove; adjacent to Pelican Hill Golf Club | |
| Size / rooms | 2-bedroom, 2-bath villas that sleep up to 8; all villas have full kitchens and private balconies | 332 guestrooms and a mix of bungalows, suites and multi-bedroom villas (room types listed) |
| Pools | Multiple outdoor pools and spas (three main pool areas plus splash pad); one adults-only quiet pool/spa area | Three outdoor pools listed, plus multiple poolside bars and pool service |
| Restaurants & bars | La Vista Pool Bar & Grill (casual poolside American fare) and The Marketplace (market/coffee) | Two restaurants, a coffee shop/cafe, two pool bars, room service (limited hours) |
| Spa & wellness | Spa by the Sea on-site offering massages, facials, body wraps and nail services; fitness center with sauna | On-site spa with treatment rooms and Turkish bath/Hammam; fitness classes and wellness facilities listed |
| Signature draw | Family-oriented villa layout, kitchens and kids’ programming (The Cove) | Pelican Hill Golf Course, grand Mediterranean-style grounds and extensive luxury services |
| Beach access | Close to Crystal Cove State Park and Crystal Cove Beach; walkable from parts of the resort | Resort offers complimentary beach shuttle; ocean views from many rooms |
| Parking & transport | On-site self-parking for a daily fee (approx. $35–$40); no airport shuttle, local shuttle reported | Valet and limo/town car service available; free beach shuttle and concierge services |
| Pets | Pets not allowed (service animals exempt) | Pet policy: Not published |
Marriott's Newport Coast Villas sits on a Pacific bluff next to Pelican Hill Golf Club with access to Crystal Cove State Park.
Choose the Villas if you want immediate proximity to outdoor trails and family beach options while staying on a bluff.
The Resort at Pelican Hill occupies Newport Coast bluffs with golf and ocean views and easy access to nearby beaches and Crystal Cove.
Pick Pelican Hill if you value dramatic ocean views and direct ties to a championship golf property.
Marriott's Newport Coast Villas is a Marriott Vacation Club property focused on 2-bedroom, 2-bath villas with full kitchens and living areas.
If you need kitchen facilities and separation between living and sleeping areas, the Villas are the practical choice.
The Resort at Pelican Hill offers a range of room types from Bungalow and Suite to multi-bedroom Villas and premium ocean-view terraces.
Pelican Hill is suitable when you want a standalone luxury room or bungalow with ocean-view options and more formal room service.
Marriott's Newport Coast Villas keeps dining simple and family-friendly with a pool bar/grill and an on-site market/cafe.
For casual, convenient poolside meals and the ability to cook in your villa, Marriott's setup is convenient and low-key.
The Resort at Pelican Hill provides a wider on-site dining program with multiple restaurants, pool bars and limited room service.
Choose Pelican Hill when you want a broader, more formal dining program and resort-level food-and-beverage service.
Marriott's Newport Coast Villas centers around multiple pools, including a splash pad and a designated adults-only quiet pool/spa.
Families who want pools, splash features and casual poolside dining will find the Villas built around that experience.
Pelican Hill lists three outdoor pools, poolside bars and services, plus a complimentary beach shuttle.
Pelican Hill is oriented to relaxed, upscale pool time and easy transport to beaches rather than kids’ splash features.
Marriott's Newport Coast Villas offers an on-site Spa by the Sea, fitness center, tennis/pickleball and family activities.
The Villas combine family recreation and a functional spa/fitness center for mixed-age groups.
The Resort at Pelican Hill emphasizes golf and a large spa program alongside fitness and wellness offerings.
Pelican Hill is the choice for travelers prioritizing golf, comprehensive spa facilities and upscale wellness programming.

Airy two-bedroom villas with full kitchens, a kids’ activity center and splash-pad pools make Marriott's Newport Coast Villas the practical family pick.

Direct association with Pelican Hill Golf Course, on-site golf lessons and a pro shop put Pelican Hill ahead for golfers.

Full kitchens and in-unit laundry in every villa let groups cook and manage longer stays more easily at the Villas.

Pelican Hill’s larger spa program, fine-dining options and formal service model suit travelers after a high-end resort experience.
Marriott's Newport Coast Villas — it has a children's activity center (The Cove), a splash pad, family pool areas and villas with full kitchens.
Both properties are adjacent to the Pelican Hill Golf Club area; Pelican Hill is the resort tied directly to the course.
No. Neither property is all-inclusive; on-site dining and food purchases are additional, though Marriott Villas provide kitchens for self-catering.
Yes. Both properties recommend reserving spa treatments before arrival; Pelican Hill and Marriott publish spa hours and contact details for booking.
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