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Our top choices for ExplorOcean hotels

Rooftop terrace

1. Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel

Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel
3.5 star property
Balboa Peninsula, 2.4 km from ExplorOcean
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Madison
The price is NZ$770
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

2. Pendry Newport Beach

Pendry Newport Beach
4.5 star property
Newport Center, 2.9 km from ExplorOcean
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (636 reviews)
"I love staying here! It’s a great area next to a big shopping mall. It also has good restaurants and the bar in the evening is packed with a good social crowd"
United States
Catalina
The price is NZ$867
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Pendry Newport Beach
Premium bedding, free WiFi, individually decorated

3. Dorymans Oceanfront Inn

Dorymans Oceanfront Inn
3.5 star property
West Newport, 2.7 km from ExplorOcean
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,010 reviews)
"Breakfast could improve otherwise stay was relaxing and very close to the beach!"
United States
Abel Gaytan
The price is NZ$531
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Dorymans Oceanfront Inn
Beach nearby

4. Holiday Inn Express Newport Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Newport Beach by IHG
3.0 star property
Newport Heights, 2.6 km from ExplorOcean
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,170 reviews)
"Nice property, very clean and safe . Would stay again!"
United States
Melissa
The price is NZ$334
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Holiday Inn Express Newport Beach by IHG
2 bars/lounges, poolside bar

5. VEA Newport Beach, A Marriott Resort & Spa

VEA Newport Beach, A Marriott Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
Newport Center, 2.5 km from ExplorOcean
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (486 reviews)
"Amazing property and staff!"
United States
Kimberly
The price is NZ$896
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
VEA Newport Beach, A Marriott Resort & Spa
Restaurant

6. Balboa Bay Resort

Balboa Bay Resort
4.5 star property
Mariners Mile, 1.9 km from ExplorOcean
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Love this place so much! Incredible staff, gorgeous property and beautiful amenities."
United States
Misty
The price is NZ$936
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Balboa Bay Resort
Cottage, 2 Bedrooms | Living room

7. Lido House, Autograph Collection

Lido House, Autograph Collection
4.5 star property
West Newport, 3.1 km from ExplorOcean
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (430 reviews)
"Excellent hotel!"
United States
Lauren
The price is NZ$1,010
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Lido House, Autograph Collection
View from room

8. Newport Beach Hotel

Newport Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
West Newport, 2.9 km from ExplorOcean
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (768 reviews)
"Overall incredible stay!"
United States
Katrina
The price is NZ$672
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Newport Beach Hotel
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

9. Hyatt Regency Newport Beach

Hyatt Regency Newport Beach
4.0 star property
1.9 km from ExplorOcean
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,015 reviews)
"Nice, clean hotel, family relaxing time."
United States
Alma
The price is NZ$518
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Hyatt Regency Newport Beach
Lobby

10. Little Inn By The Bay Newport Beach

Little Inn By The Bay Newport Beach
2.0 star property
West Newport, 2.9 km from ExplorOcean
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"They could use having breakfast and a pool."
United States
Ronald
The price is NZ$482
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Little Inn By The Bay Newport Beach
On the beach, white sand, beach towels, beach volleyball

11. Balboa Inn, On the Beach

Balboa Inn, On the Beach
3.0 star property
Balboa Peninsula, 0.2 km from ExplorOcean
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location and staff."
United States
Carole
The price is NZ$620
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Balboa Inn, On the Beach
Lobby

12. Ayres Hotel Fountain Valley - Huntington Beach

Ayres Hotel Fountain Valley - Huntington Beach
3.0 star property
12.7 km from ExplorOcean
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,657 reviews)
"Nice clean hotel with modern facilities. Decent breakfast, helpful staff, and close to Huntington Beach."
United States
Vivian
The price is NZ$321
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Ayres Hotel Fountain Valley - Huntington Beach
Lobby

13. Homewood Suites By Hilton Irvine John Wayne Airport

Homewood Suites By Hilton Irvine John Wayne Airport
3.0 star property
11.1 km from ExplorOcean
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,042 reviews)
"the breakfast was good and staff was so nice and helpful"
United States
Jenica
The price is NZ$332
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Homewood Suites By Hilton Irvine John Wayne Airport
Standard Room, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Microwave

14. Harbor bay inn

Harbor bay inn
5.3 km from ExplorOcean
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (99 reviews)
"Would definitely recommend to anyone visiting the area. Budget friendly spot with a short drive to the beach, lots of places to eat nearby, and the staff was very friendly."
United States
Carlos
The price is NZ$252
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Harbor bay inn
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

15. Hyatt Regency Irvine

Hyatt Regency Irvine
4.0 star property
10 km from ExplorOcean
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,085 reviews)
"Clean rooms and great pool area for kids/ families!"
United States
Marvin
The price is NZ$419
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Hyatt Regency Irvine
Terrace/patio

16. Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels

Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels
2.5 star property
13.4 km from ExplorOcean
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (488 reviews)
"The staff was really friendly, and the views of the beach were incredible"
United States
Bianca
The price is NZ$886
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels
Beach nearby, beach umbrellas, beach towels

17. Laguna Beach House

Laguna Beach House
3.0 star property
12 km from ExplorOcean
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,011 reviews)
"This was a wonderful stay with the pool, wine, cookies, and wonderful staff!"
United States
Renee
The price is NZ$688
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Laguna Beach House
Terrace/patio

18. The Tides Laguna Beach

The Tides Laguna Beach
2.0 star property
12 km from ExplorOcean
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Loved our stay here! Great location, cute hotel, and the friendliest staff. Will definitely stay again!"
United States
Jessi
The price is NZ$574
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
The Tides Laguna Beach
Exterior detail

19. The Resort at Pelican Hill

The Resort at Pelican Hill
5.0 star property
Newport Coast, 5.6 km from ExplorOcean
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"A group of adults and no less than 10 children"
United States
lorraine
The price is NZ$2,677
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
The Resort at Pelican Hill
Exterior

20. Hyatt House Irvine/John Wayne Airport

Hyatt House Irvine/John Wayne Airport
3.0 star property
10.2 km from ExplorOcean
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"One of my favorite places to stay. Can’t wait to stay again."
United States
Paul
The price is NZ$288
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Hyatt House Irvine/John Wayne Airport
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Compare popular hotels close to ExplorOcean

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Rooftop terrace
Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
View
Outdoor pool, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
Pendry Newport Beach
4.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
636 reviews
View
Premium bedding, free WiFi, individually decorated
Dorymans Oceanfront Inn
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,010 reviews
View
Beach nearby
Holiday Inn Express Newport Beach by IHG
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,170 reviews
View
2 bars/lounges, poolside bar
VEA Newport Beach, A Marriott Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
486 reviews
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Top ExplorOcean Hotel Reviews

Oceanfront Boardwalk property, Newly remodeled Large patio, Steps to the sand.

Oceanfront Boardwalk property, Newly remodeled Large patio, Steps to the sand.

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing beach vibe! Everything we wanted: Clean, safe, quiet, close to everything, and great hosts, Perfect"
Minor W. 7-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Oceanfront Boardwalk property, Newly remodeled Large patio, Steps to the sand.

Other attractions near ExplorOcean

The Harborside Restaurant and Grand Ballroom with a Balboa Pavilion sign above.
Photo by Bobby Martinez
Open Photo by Bobby Martinez

Balboa Pavilion

You can learn about the history of Newport Beach when you stop by Balboa Pavilion. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets or seek out its surfing spots.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around ExplorOcean?
ExplorOcean is located in a welcoming area of Newport Beach known for its beautiful beaches and surfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 403 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to ExplorOcean?
Adjacent to ExplorOcean, Balboa Inn, On the Beach is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Another good option is The Edgewater Condos by AvantStay, located just 0.2 mi (0.3 km) away.
How many hotels are there near ExplorOcean?
Expedia has 403 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from ExplorOcean.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near ExplorOcean, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near ExplorOcean.
What can I see and do near ExplorOcean?
Study the collections at Newport Harbor Nautical Museum, Environmental Nature Center or Muth Interpretive Center. You can catch a show at Pacific Amphitheatre, The Back Bay Amphitheater and Orange County Fair & Exposition Center - The Hangar. Local parks like Tewinkle Park, Fairview Park and West Jetty View Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air.