If you want a self-contained resort that does not require a car this could be your place. This is a large (even by Marriott standards) resort with several pools, shuttle, in/out grocery/snacks, and 1/4 mile walk to the beach. However, restaurants, attractions, shopping, more beach, and ncesssities all require a car. The villas are spacious and the resort is incredibly... more

Last August, I took my friend's two kids (7 and 9) to Disneyland and was able to book a $199. promo stay at Marriott Newport Coast. I met Rima Solomon at the Marriott kiosk at Newport Beach Fashion Island on a previous trip and book the stay through her ( I have her contact information if you send me a... more

My husband booked the hotel online for one night. As soon as we checked in I asked him to phone reception to extend our stay. After a few weeks of travel it was so nice to find this haven. Rooms are spacious and very comfortable. Loved the double shower! My only gripe is the noise factor- it sounded like a... more

The only thing that would make this hotel any better is if it were right on the beach! This place is pure relaxation. The grounds are gorgeous, the views are fantastic, and the rooms are PERFECT for a family needing a little more room than your average suite-hotel. There is no on-site restaurant, so be sure to go up to... more

We booked this through Interval International and it was 5 star through and through. Rooms were huge, grounds were very impressive, pools are to die for. The only down side was that it was at least an hours drive to LA, 40 minutes to Disneyland more

We recently rented a timeshare at the Marriott Newport Coast Villas (through http://www.redweek.com). It's on the coast near the towns of Newport Beach and Laguna Beach and is built on a cliff with absolutely spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean. This resort is within an easy drive of so many fabulous beaches, starting in San Diego all the way up... more

This is a beautiful property at a great location (although NOT on the beach or within walking distance of the beach). There is however, one major problem. Unless your on the top floor the noise above you is simply unbearable! It sounds like an 800 pound gorilla is above you and the noise is terrible. After several calls to the... more

We got there around 2:30 and they let us check in early, which was great! The room was HUGE! It was a two bedroom, two bath, with a living room, dining room and full kitchen. The grounds are huge. There are two pools, basketball court, putting green, store and small bar/restaraunt. There is also a gym, a kids room and... more

We loved this hotel! It is so close to the beach and the views are gorgeous! Several different swimming pools and beautiful walking paths make for plenty of activities right on the grounds of the hotel. The rooms were clean and spacious. more