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Andrea
At Andrea, close your eyes and take in the aromas of Northern Italy mingling with the soft coastal breezes of the Pacific. Indulge in fresh, local ingredients prepared with an Italian flair. MORE INFO >
Coliseum Pool & Grill
Whether you dine indoors, on the heated terrace or in a more private cabana, endless views of the golf course and Pacific Coast make for a truly relaxing, vacation-like experience, every meal. MORE INFO >
2.8 miles Fashion Island Hotel
One of Pelican Hill's sister properties, Fashion Island Hotel is a stylish take on Newport Beach coastal luxury. The Hotel features luxurious residential-style guestrooms and suites, Oak Grill restaurant, Aqua Lounge, a Spa and much more. EXPLORE FASHION ISLAND HOTEL >
6.2 miles Hotel Irvine
One of Pelican Hill's sister properties, Hotel Irvine puts a premium on personality—yours. Hotel Irvine stands apart in a sea of ordinary with pops of color, rays of sunshine and energetic personality permeating through every space. EXPLORE HOTEL IRVINE >
7.4 miles Oak Creek Golf Club
Oak Creek Golf Club is the perfect place to play around with 18-holes designed by famed golf architect Tom Fazio. EXPLORE OAK CREEK GOLF CLUB >
0.2 miles Pelican Grill
Pelican Grill celebrates coastal California dining with seafood, pastas and a variety of side dishes. An open-concept kitchen, ocean-view terrace and extensive wine menu complement the Napa-inspired cuisine. MORE INFO >
0.2 miles Pelican Hill Golf Club
When jaw-dropping scenery is par for the course, you'll need to remind yourself to keep your eye on the ball. Play a round (or two) of Tom Fazio golf at one of Pelican Hill Golf Club's two ocean-view courses. MORE INFO >
The Resort at Pelican Hill
The Resort at Pelican Hill transports travelers and locals alike to the heart of Italy by way of Newport Beach. The Resort features expansive Bungalow Guest Rooms and private Villas, five unique dining experiences, the iconic Coliseum Pool, Tom Fazio-designed golf, a Forbes Five-Star Spa and much more. MORE INFO >
The Spa at Pelican Hill
Our Forbes Five-Star Spa is a haven within a retreat—a place for wellness, healing and inspiration in a setting of Pacific splendor. Enjoy a seasonal treatment, a fitness class overlooking the Pacific Ocean or an afternoon in the Acqua Colonnade. MORE INFO >
The Resort at Pelican Hill
The Resort at Pelican Hill transports travelers and locals alike to the heart of Italy by way of Newport Beach. The Resort features expansive Bungalow Guest Rooms and private Villas, five unique dining experiences, the iconic Coliseum Pool, Tom Fazio-designed golf, a Forbes Five-Star Spa and much more. MORE INFO >

Food & Drinks

Andrea
At Andrea, close your eyes and take in the aromas of Northern Italy mingling with the soft coastal breezes of the Pacific. Indulge in fresh, local ingredients prepared with an Italian flair. MORE INFO >
2.8 miles Aqua Lounge
Welcome to the perfect level of fun. Whether it's an afternoon wind-down with creative cocktails and small bites or a haute night on the town, Aqua Lounge has it all. EXPLORE AQUA LOUNGE >
Coliseum Pool & Grill
Whether you dine indoors, on the heated terrace or in a more private cabana, endless views of the golf course and Pacific Coast make for a truly relaxing, vacation-like experience, every meal. MORE INFO >
2.1 miles Corona Del Mar Plaza
The upscale coastal center features a unique selection of one-of-a-kind boutiques, well-known favorite stores and restaurants with relaxed patio dining, including Gulfstream and Tommy Bahama’s Island Grille. EXPLORE CORONA DEL MAR SHOPPING >
1.3 miles Crystal Cove Shopping Center
In Newport Coast along Pacific Coast Highway, the ocean becomes your shopping partner. Stroll the many home décor, clothing stores and boutiques that line the center with a view of the Pacific at almost every stop. EXPLORE CRYSTAL COVE SHOPPING CENTER >
2.7 miles Fashion Island
As Orange County’s premier coastal shopping experience, Fashion Island offers an unparalleled experience with more than 100 exclusive boutiques and specialty stores with coveted brands, world-class department stores and an assortment of acclaimed restaurants and cafes—all in a resort-like atmosphere. EXPLORE FASHION ISLAND >
7.2 miles Irvine Spectrum Center
Irvine Spectrum Center offers more than 130 retail stores, restaurants and entertainment venues at one of Orange County's most energized retail experiences. EXPLORE IRVINE SPECTRUM CENTER >
5.4 miles Newport Beach
The city of Newport Beach has over 10 miles of pristine beaches offering surfers, swimmers and sunbathers a premier location to take in the sea, sun and sand. From The Wedge with its monstrous surf to 3 miles of beachfront boardwalk perfect for strolling or biking. EXPLORE NEWPORT BEACH >
2.8 miles Oak Grill
Whether you're in the mood for a romantic dinner in the light-filled dining room or an alfresco meal on the extensive outdoor deck or fireside, Oak Grill at Fashion Island Hotel is the perfect setting for any special occasion. EXPLORE OAK GRILL >
0.2 miles Pelican Grill
Pelican Grill celebrates coastal California dining with seafood, pastas and a variety of side dishes. An open-concept kitchen, ocean-view terrace and extensive wine menu complement the Napa-inspired cuisine. MORE INFO >
9.9 miles The Market Place
The Market Place offers something for everyone with more than 120 stores. Shop everything from electronics, home furnishings and sporting goods to apparel, books and more. Also featuring an array of dining, with everything from Mexican to Italian to American options, plus movie theater entertainment. EXPLORE THE MARKET PLACE >

Shopping

2.1 miles Corona Del Mar Plaza
The upscale coastal center features a unique selection of one-of-a-kind boutiques, well-known favorite stores and restaurants with relaxed patio dining, including Gulfstream and Tommy Bahama’s Island Grille. EXPLORE CORONA DEL MAR SHOPPING >
1.3 miles Crystal Cove Shopping Center
In Newport Coast along Pacific Coast Highway, the ocean becomes your shopping partner. Stroll the many home décor, clothing stores and boutiques that line the center with a view of the Pacific at almost every stop. EXPLORE CRYSTAL COVE SHOPPING CENTER >
2.7 miles Fashion Island
As Orange County’s premier coastal shopping experience, Fashion Island offers an unparalleled experience with more than 100 exclusive boutiques and specialty stores with coveted brands, world-class department stores and an assortment of acclaimed restaurants and cafes—all in a resort-like atmosphere. EXPLORE FASHION ISLAND >
7.2 miles Irvine Spectrum Center
Irvine Spectrum Center offers more than 130 retail stores, restaurants and entertainment venues at one of Orange County's most energized retail experiences. EXPLORE IRVINE SPECTRUM CENTER >
2.2 miles Roger's Gardens
Roger's Gardens is a destination home and garden store for customers seeking creative ideas and unique products for outdoor and indoor living. Explore their extensive collection of collectible artisans, living arrangements, florals and more. EXPLORE ROGER'S GARDENS >
9.9 miles The Market Place
The Market Place offers something for everyone with more than 120 stores. Shop everything from electronics, home furnishings and sporting goods to apparel, books and more. Also featuring an array of dining, with everything from Mexican to Italian to American options, plus movie theater entertainment. EXPLORE THE MARKET PLACE >

Attractions

14.8 miles Angel Stadium
Angel Stadium of Anaheim is home to the Los Angeles Angels. Take a short drive up to the stadium to watch a home game, and root, root, root for Orange County's only MLB team. EXPLORE ANGEL STADIUM >
3.4 miles Balboa Fun Zone
The Balboa Fun Zone puts the emphasis on "fun." Just a short drive or ferry ride from Fashion Island Hotel, the Fun Zone offers locals and visitors plenty of things to do like rides on the historic Ferris Wheel, seaside dining, walks on the beach, whale watching tours, parasailing and more. EXPLORE BALBOA FUN ZONE >
3.3 miles Balboa Island
This charming little island community is the perfect place to take a leisurely stroll amongst charming village shops on Marine Ave, ride the historic ferry, grab a Balboa Bar, or rent a boat and set sail with the locals. EXPLORE BALBOA ISLAND >
12.2 miles Bowers Museum
Stop by the Bowers Museum, and explore world cultures through a collection of fine arts. EXPLORE THE BOWERS MUSEUM >
35.8 miles Catalina Island
Spend the day doing whatever interests you. From shopping, dining and relaxing on the beach to scenic island tours, scuba diving and zip lining the island’s terrain, this 22-mile island offers a charming escape filled with fun and California’s rich history. EXPLORE >
12.7 miles Discovery Science Center
Grab the family, and explore the world of science. The Discovery Cube Orange County features numerous science-themed exhibits and programs to educate young minds. EXPLORE THE DISCOVERY CUBE >
16.0 miles DisneylandⓇ Resort
Sure, “The Happiest Place on Earth” might sound a bit cliché—but it also happens to be true. Include a walk over to California Adventure and have yourself the happiest day on Earth. PLAN YOUR DISNEY STAY >
72.3 miles Gaslamp San Diego
Gaslamp Quarter is considered the historic heart of San Diego with fine-dining, authentic cuisine, entertainment and more. EXPLORE GASLAMP >
15.3 miles Honda Center
Watch the Anaheim Ducks face off in a hockey game, watch a live concert in action, or take part in seasonal events at the Honda Center. EXPLORE THE HONDA CENTER >
19.9 miles Knott's Berry Farm
What started as a small berry farm began to grow into one of Orange County's renowned theme park destinations. Take the family to enjoy coasters and attractions, entertainment, delicious food creations, interactive experiences and more. EXPLORE KNOTT'S BERRY FARM >
44.3 miles Legoland California
Located in north San Diego County, just one hour south of the Resort, Legoland brings out the hero in everyone. EXPLORE LEGOLAND >
12.0 miles Los Rios Historic District
Take a day trip to San Juan Capistrano's famed Los Rios Historic District. The area features historical landmarks including forty homes with three original adobe structures, the Great Stone Church, the Mission San Juan Capistrano and more. EXPLORE LOS RIOS HISTORIC DISTRICT >
12.0 miles Mission San Juan Capistrano
Founded more than 200 years ago, the Mission San Juan Capistrano is the iconic landmark in southern Orange County. The monument hosts one-of-a-kind artifacts, treasures and paintings, along with original bells and an iconic bell wall. EXPLORE MISSION SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO >
11.8 miles Ocean Institute
Explore the ocean's underwater world and California's fascinating maritime history through fun, interactive programs and family activities that indulge your ocean curiosity. EXPLORE THE OCEAN INSTITUTE >
71.3 miles San Diego Zoo
The 100-acre Zoo is home to more than 3,700 rare and endangered animals. It also hosts a prominent botanical collection with more than 700,000 exotic plants. The Safari Park features animals from around the globe in a stunning, natural habitat. EXPLORE THE ZOO >
47.5 miles Santa Monica Pier
Make a day trip up to the Santa Monica Pier, only a short hour drive away. Partake in activities like arcade games, rides on the Ferris Wheel or Historic Carousel, the Santa Monica Pier Aquarium, dining or even soaking it all in on the sand. EXPLORE THE SANTA MONICA PIER >
67.2 miles SeaWorld San Diego
Spread out over more than 189 acres, SeaWorld San Diego offers countless animal shows, interactive attractions, aquariums and rides. EXPLORE SEAWORLD >
23.6 miles The Aquarium of the Pacific
Take a journey of discovery at the Aquarium of the Pacific, the fourth most-attended aquarium in the nation. It features over 550 different ocean species, 11,000 animals and more than 50 exhibits. EXPLORE THE AQUARIUM >
47.9 miles Universal Studios
Take a day trip up to Hollywood to experience Universal Studios, Hollywood's famed theme park movie-inspired attraction. EXPLORE UNIVERSAL STUDIOS >

Activities

35.8 miles Catalina Island
Spend the day doing whatever interests you. From shopping, dining and relaxing on the beach to scenic island tours, scuba diving and zip lining the island’s terrain, this 22-mile island offers a charming escape filled with fun and California’s rich history. EXPLORE >
1.5 miles Crystal Cove State Park
Crystal Cove State Park is one of Orange County's largest remaining examples of open space and natural seashore. Spend the day on the coastline soaking in the warm SoCal sun, or launch into a day of exploration with hiking, biking, tidepool walks and more. EXPLORE CRYSTAL COVE STATE PARK >
49.5 miles Getty Center
Designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect, Richard Meier, the sophisticated, world-renowned Getty Center in Los Angeles is known for its collection of European and American art from medieval times to the present. EXPLORE THE GETTY >
5.3 miles Lido Marina Village
Within a delightfully scaled village ambience, stroll and explore a mix of charming boutiques and stylish shops, al fresco waterside dining and live music on the Main Deck. Little ones can sail toy boats in the Lido Kids Boat Fountain on weekend afternoons. EXPLORE LIDO >
39.7 miles Museum of Contemporary Art
MOCA in Los Angeles is devoted exclusively to contemporary art. MOCA has developed one of the nation’s most renowned permanent collections of art produced after 1940. EXPLORE MORE >
5.4 miles Newport Beach
The city of Newport Beach has over 10 miles of pristine beaches offering surfers, swimmers and sunbathers a premier location to take in the sea, sun and sand. From The Wedge with its monstrous surf to 3 miles of beachfront boardwalk perfect for strolling or biking. EXPLORE NEWPORT BEACH >
7.4 miles Oak Creek Golf Club
Oak Creek Golf Club is the perfect place to play around with 18-holes designed by famed golf architect Tom Fazio. EXPLORE OAK CREEK GOLF CLUB >
0.2 miles Pelican Hill Golf Club
When jaw-dropping scenery is par for the course, you'll need to remind yourself to keep your eye on the ball. Play a round (or two) of Tom Fazio golf at one of Pelican Hill Golf Club's two ocean-view courses. MORE INFO >
2.0 miles Sherman Library & Gardens
Situated in Corona del Mar, this 2.2-acre horticultural retreat serves as a museum of living plants and conservatories connected by brick walkways and beds blooming with seasonal flowers. EXPLORE MORE >
39.8 miles The Broad
A contemporary art museum in downtown Los Angeles, The Broad presents an active program of rotating temporary exhibitions and innovative audience engagement. With more than 2,000 works of art, it’s among the most prominent holdings of postwar and contemporary art worldwide. EXPLORE THE BROAD >
2.7 miles The LOT
THE LOT at Fashion Island has redefined the "dinner and a movie" concept. Located just across the street, this luxury lifestyle entertainment destination features multiple cinema auditoriums with signature leather recliners, high-quality dining and a well-appointed bar, along with a dedicated craft café serving roasted coffees and hand-made pastries. EXPLORE THE LOT >
2.8 miles The Spa at Fashion Island Hotel
The Spa offers travelers and locals alike a retreat within Fashion Island Hotel. Reconnect with yourself with a luxurious massage, soothing facial or an ultra-regenerative signature body ritual. EXPLORE THE SPA AT FASHION ISLAND HOTEL >

Beaches

4.8 miles Balboa Peninsula
From seaside dining and nightlife to all the water activities you can think of (surfing, parasailing, kayaking and electric boat cruising), Balboa Peninsula has it all. EXPLORE BALBOA PENINSULA >
1.9 miles Corona Del Mar State Beach
Revel in spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean and Catalina Island. This local spot is perfect for swimming, volleyball or warming up by the firepits. The famed "Little Corona" beach is set within the main beach, and allows for relaxing and a quiet day at the beach.
0.9 miles Crystal Cove Beach
This popular beach has over 3 miles of sandy beach and tide pools to explore. There are also bluff top trails that give you a variety of options to see the sights. Charming Beachcomber Café, Ruby's Shake Shack and Bootlegger Bar round out the experience. EXPLORE CRYSTAL COVE BEACH >
4.6 miles Main Beach (Laguna)
Main Beach is more than just a beach—it's an area where people of all ages can play and relax. It's known for its famous lifeguard tower (often appearing in TV and movies), along with volleyball courts, basketball courts, a grassy park area, public art installations and mellow beach waves perfect for playing in the water. EXPLORE MAIN BEACH >
5.4 miles Newport Beach
The city of Newport Beach has over 10 miles of pristine beaches offering surfers, swimmers and sunbathers a premier location to take in the sea, sun and sand. From The Wedge with its monstrous surf to 3 miles of beachfront boardwalk perfect for strolling or biking. EXPLORE NEWPORT BEACH >
3.6 miles Newport Dunes
Whether you enjoy sunbathing at the beach, indulging in exotic cuisines overlooking the Newport Bay, taking part in on-the-water activities like kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding, or even splashing at the water park, Newport Dunes has it all. EXPLORE NEWPORT DUNES >
47.5 miles Santa Monica Pier
Make a day trip up to the Santa Monica Pier, only a short hour drive away. Partake in activities like arcade games, rides on the Ferris Wheel or Historic Carousel, the Santa Monica Pier Aquarium, dining or even soaking it all in on the sand. EXPLORE THE SANTA MONICA PIER >
2.2 miles The Wedge
Known for its powerful and awesome surf, The Wedge is a must-see when visiting Newport Beach. Watch experienced surfers and bodysurfers ride up to 30-foot waves, or watch boats cruise in and out of the harbor and jetty. EXPLORE THE WEDGE >

Airports

23.7 miles Long Beach Airport
Long Beach Airport (LGB) is just a short 30-minute drive away.
40.6 miles Los Angeles Airport
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is a 45-minute drive away.
6.2 miles Orange County / Santa Ana Airport
Orange County / Santa Ana Airport (SNA) is just a short 15-minute drive away.

Business

7.2 miles Irvine Spectrum Center
Irvine Spectrum Center offers more than 130 retail stores, restaurants and entertainment venues at one of Orange County's most energized retail experiences. EXPLORE IRVINE SPECTRUM CENTER >
6.2 miles Jamboree Center
A BOMA award-winning workplace community, Jamboree Center features 1.6 million square feet of premium workspace. Take a short drive over for a business meeting, then retreat back to Fashion Island Hotel for afternoon bites, sips and all the fashionable fun. EXPLORE JAMBOREE CENTER >
2.6 miles Newport Center
Centered around Fashion Island, Newport Center is a dynamic Fortune 500 business district considered the heart of Orange County’s financial center. EXPLORE NEWPORT CENTER >

Entertainment

4.2 miles Irvine Barclay Theater
The Barclay is an intimate, local venue showcasing top talent from dance productions, world music theater events and more. With only 750 seats, everyone gets a great view no matter what the performance. EXPLORE THE BARCLAY >
4.5 miles Laguna Playhouse
The Laguna Playhouse entertains audiences with wonderful live productions of musicals, comedies, dramas and youth productions. It also offers regular workshops, classes and tours. EXPLORE THE PLAYHOUSE >
44.3 miles Legoland California
Located in north San Diego County, just one hour south of the Resort, Legoland brings out the hero in everyone. EXPLORE LEGOLAND >
7.9 miles Orange County Museum of Art
The premier visual arts organization in Orange County, the museum features contemporary, historical, local and global exhibitions and programs. EXPLORE THE MUSEUM >
7.1 miles The Irvine Improv
Laugh, dine, and have a good time. The Irvine Improv Comedy Club at Irvine Spectrum Center® features top headliners. It’s one of the country’s largest comedy clubs with some of the most famous comedians around! EXPLORE THE IMPROV >