The Resort At Pelican Hill, Crystal Cove

The Resort At Pelican Hill - A 5-star Italian-inspired coastal retreat with ocean-view golf, private bungalows, and a world-class spa

The Resort At Pelican Hill spans 500 acres in Crystal Cove, featuring 80 acres of restored Coastal Sage Scrub habitat home to native wildlife. Accommodations include one-story Bungalow Guest Rooms and Bungalow Suites, each with limestone fireplaces, private terraces, marble baths, and most offering ocean views. The resort’s Coliseum Pool, a circular saltwater pool with panoramic ocean vistas, includes private cabanas equipped with Bose sound systems and flat-screen TVs. Dining options range from Pelican Grill, serving California-inspired grill cuisine, to casual poolside fare at Coliseum Grill. The Spa at Pelican Hill provides 22 treatment rooms, eucalyptus steam rooms, and Himalayan salt stone massages. Guests can explore nearby Crystal Cove State Beach or visit Fashion Island, a premier shopping destination 15 minutes away. The Resort At Pelican Hill is a 15-minute drive from John Wayne Airport.

Pros

The Coliseum Pool offers unobstructed ocean views and luxury cabana amenities.

Private bungalows feature fireplaces, terraces, and marble bathrooms.

The Spa includes Himalayan salt stone treatments and a full-service salon.

Proximity to Crystal Cove State Beach and Fashion Island for outdoor and retail activities.

Two championship golf courses designed by Tom Fazio with coastal vistas.

Cons

The resort’s secluded location may require a car for off-site exploration.

Some dining options are seasonal and may have limited availability.