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Surf & Sand Laguna Beach vs The Resort at Pelican Hill

Surf & Sand Laguna Beach is a beachfront, ocean-view resort in central Laguna Beach for travelers who want direct sand-and-surf access. The Resort at Pelican Hill is a five-star Newport Coast luxury resort for guests who prefer expansive grounds, multiple pools, golf and villa-style accommodations.

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King bed guest room with ocean view and balcony at Surf & Sand Laguna Beach

Surf & Sand Laguna Beach

Oceanfront · Direct beach access · Intimate beachfront

Best for travelers who want to stay steps from the sand and prioritize ocean views and a compact beachfront location.

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The Resort at Pelican Hill, Newport Beach, California

The Resort at Pelican Hill

Five-star · Golf & villas · Large luxury resort

Best for travelers seeking a large five-star resort with multiple pools, on-site golf access, and villa-style room options.

Quick Verdict: Surf & Sand Laguna Beach vs The Resort at Pelican Hill

When Surf & Sand Laguna Beach wins: choose Surf & Sand if you want immediate beach access, oceanfront rooms with private balconies, and a small resort that puts Laguna Beach galleries and tides within easy walking distance.

When The Resort at Pelican Hill wins: pick Pelican Hill if you want a classic five-star resort experience — larger grounds, multiple outdoor pools, on-site golf amenities and a wider selection of villas and suites.

Bottom line: both are high-end Orange County stays; Surf & Sand is the straightforward oceanfront choice in Laguna Beach, while Pelican Hill is the larger, golf-and-spa–focused luxury alternative in Newport Coast.

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Surf & Sand Laguna Beach vs The Resort at Pelican Hill – At a Glance

Side-by-side facts for Surf & Sand Laguna Beach and The Resort at Pelican Hill
CategorySurf & Sand Laguna BeachThe Resort at Pelican Hill
Overall vibeBeachfront, compact five-star resort centered on ocean views and walkable Laguna attractions.Five-star Newport Coast resort with expansive grounds, villa options, and golf orientation.
LocationDirectly on Laguna Beach shoreline at 1555 S Coast Hwy; steps to Bluebird Beach and local galleries.Located at 22701 Pelican Hill Road S in Newport Coast, set above Crystal Cove with resort grounds set back from the shoreline.
Size (guest rooms)About 164–167 rooms and suites (ocean-view focus).332 guestrooms and villas, including multiple-bedroom villas and bungalows.
Audience / agesAll ages welcome; family-friendly (children welcome) with 18+ minimum for primary booker.All ages welcome; family-friendly (not adults-only).
Pools & beachOne heated oceanfront outdoor pool, outdoor hot tub, direct private beach access and beach towels/umbrellas.Three outdoor pools on property and a complimentary beach shuttle to nearby beaches (not directly on the sand).
Restaurants & barsMultiple on-site venues (Splashes, Splashes Bar, Bella Vista Terrace, Lobby Lounge, Pacific Perk) focused on oceanfront dining.Two on-site restaurants plus coffee shop and room service; resort dining is part of a broader on-property experience.
Spa & wellnessAquaterra Spa with eight treatment rooms, ocean-view couples' suite, fitness center, Peloton and yoga classes.Full-service spa, fitness facilities, yoga classes and spa treatment rooms (reservations recommended).
Known forTrue oceanfront location, beachfront dining (Splashes) and direct access to Laguna's beaches and art district.Pelican Hill Golf Course proximity, villa accommodations, large pool collection and formal five-star resort services.
Event & wedding spacesMultiple oceanfront event venues, including Catalina Terrace and Laguna Ballroom for seaside weddings and meetings.Extensive meeting and event space across the resort, including villa clubhouse check-in notes for some stays.
Airport accessRoughly 20–30 minutes' drive to John Wayne Airport (SNA) depending on traffic.

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Location: Surf & Sand Laguna Beach vs The Resort at Pelican Hill

Surf & Sand Laguna Beach – Location

Surf & Sand sits directly on Laguna Beach at 1555 S Coast Hwy, within walking distance of local beaches and the gallery district.

  • Direct private access to roughly 500 feet of Laguna shoreline; Bluebird Beach and Moss Point are immediate nearby landmarks.
  • Walking distance to Main Beach Park (about 1 mile) and the Laguna Art Museum (roughly 1.2 miles).
  • Coastal Route trolley and local shops, galleries and tide-pool areas are all easily reachable on foot.

Choose Surf & Sand if you want to prioritize being steps from the sand and Laguna's downtown beach life.

The Resort at Pelican Hill – Location

Pelican Hill is set in Newport Coast above Crystal Cove State Park with resort grounds and villas set back from the water.

  • About a 2-minute drive to Crystal Cove State Park and a short drive to nearby beaches such as Crystal Cove Beach.
  • Resort address is 22701 Pelican Hill Road S in Newport Beach; the property sits away from the immediate beachfront.
  • Offers complimentary beach shuttle service for guests who want beach access without staying directly on the sand.

Pick Pelican Hill if you prefer a resort within Newport Coast that combines coastal access with larger, landscaped grounds.

Rooms: Ocean-view rooms vs Bungalows & Villas

Surf & Sand Laguna Beach – Rooms

Surf & Sand offers ocean-view rooms and suites—most rooms feature private balconies facing the Pacific.

  • Room types include Premium Oceanfront Studio, Oceanfront Vista Suite, Oceanview Junior Suite and 2 Bedroom Oceanview Presidential Suite.
  • Approximately 164–167 guest rooms and suites, each designed around the oceanfront setting.
  • Some rooms and public areas rely on coastal breezes; multiple sources note rooms may not have traditional air conditioning.

Surf & Sand is best for straightforward ocean-view rooms and compact suites right on the water.

The Resort at Pelican Hill – Rooms

Pelican Hill offers a broad range of bungalows, suites and multi-bedroom villas with terraces and garden or ocean views.

  • Room inventory includes Bungalow, Premium Bungalow, multiple Suite types and 2–4 bedroom Villas with ocean or garden views.
  • 332 guestrooms and villas across the resort allow more room-type variety, including dedicated villa club services for some stays.
  • Many rooms feature terraces, fireplaces and separate tubs and showers in bathrooms; villa stays may use a different check-in location.

Pelican Hill is for travelers who want villa-style space, multiple-bedroom options or a bungalow layout on a five-star property.

Dining & drinks: Splashes oceanfront vs resort dining

Surf & Sand Laguna Beach – Dining & drinks

Surf & Sand centers its dining on oceanfront venues with direct Pacific views.

  • Signature restaurant Splashes serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with an award-winning wine program and ocean views.
  • Additional outlets include Splashes Bar, Bella Vista Terrace (al fresco with fire pits), Lobby Lounge and Pacific Perk café.
  • Splashes Bar runs a daily Golden Hour and Bella Vista Terrace hosts live music and a manager's reception on select days.

Choose Surf & Sand for seaside meals and sunset cocktails with ocean views steps from your table.

The Resort at Pelican Hill – Dining & drinks

Pelican Hill provides multiple dining outlets across a large property with room service and bar/lounge options.

  • Two on-site restaurants and a coffee shop/cafe are listed, along with poolside bars and room service (limited hours).
  • Dining is integrated with resort amenities and can be paired with golf, pool or villa days.
  • Reservations and on-property dining options are part of the five-star resort offering; the resort also sells snacks and has gift shops on site.

Pick Pelican Hill if you prefer the range and scale of resort dining paired with golf and pool days.

Pools & beach or signature amenity

Surf & Sand Laguna Beach – Pools & beach or signature amenity

Surf & Sand’s signature asset is its beachfront pool and immediate access to the sand.

  • One heated oceanfront outdoor pool plus an outdoor hot tub; pool hours reported around 7–10 AM to 10 PM depending on source.
  • Beach towels, loungers and umbrellas are provided; direct beach access for swimming, surfing and tide pooling.
  • On-site water-sport offerings include on-property paddleboarding lessons and rentals.

Surf & Sand is the simpler, more direct beach-and-pool experience for ocean activity lovers.

The Resort at Pelican Hill – Pools & beach or signature amenity

Pelican Hill’s signature amenities include multiple pools and close ties to Pelican Hill Golf Course.

  • Three outdoor pools on property plus poolside bars and pool umbrellas.
  • Resort proximity to Pelican Hill Golf Course (0.3 mi / 0.6 km) and golf lessons/drive range on site.
  • Complimentary beach shuttle provides an easy way to reach nearby beaches without being beachfront.

Pelican Hill suits guests who want varied pool options and on-site golf as part of their stay.

Wellness & nightlife

Surf & Sand Laguna Beach – Wellness & nightlife

Surf & Sand focuses on spa services and small-scale evening options near Laguna’s downtown nightlife and galleries.

  • Aquaterra Spa with eight treatment rooms, ocean-view couples' suite, eucalyptus steam room and spa lounges (16+ policy for spa).
  • On-site fitness center with Peloton bikes and Smart Mirror plus yoga classes.
  • Evening entertainment concentrated at on-site bars (Splashes Bar, Bella Vista Terrace) and nearby downtown Laguna restaurants and galleries.

Surf & Sand fits guests who want spa and fitness plus walkable evening options in Laguna’s compact downtown.

The Resort at Pelican Hill – Wellness & nightlife

Pelican Hill offers a full-service spa, fitness classes and more resort-style evening amenities across its grounds.

  • Spa services, steam room/Turkish bath and multiple treatment rooms are available; reservations recommended.
  • Fitness facilities, yoga classes and on-site wellness programming are included or bookable through concierge.
  • Evening options are primarily on-property across restaurants and lounges; nearby Newport dining is reachable by a short drive.

Pelican Hill is for guests who want full-service spa and wellness programming within a larger resort footprint.

Who Wins? Best Pick by Travel Style

Best for beachfront stays
Lounge seating area with floor-to-ceiling windows framing the ocean at Surf & Sand Laguna Beach

Surf & Sand Laguna Beach

Surf & Sand — direct private beach access, oceanfront pool and ocean-view rooms with private balconies.

Best for resort variety & villas
The Resort at Pelican Hill, Newport Beach, California

The Resort at Pelican Hill

The Resort at Pelican Hill — more rooms, multi-bedroom villas and bungalow options across extensive grounds.

Best for golf & country-club style
The Resort at Pelican Hill, Newport Beach, California

The Resort at Pelican Hill

The Resort at Pelican Hill — on-site golf facilities, driving range and golf lessons with a pro.

Best for dining with ocean views
Lobby table with floral arrangement and seating area at Surf & Sand Laguna Beach

Surf & Sand Laguna Beach

Surf & Sand — Splashes and multiple oceanfront bars give immediate seaside dining and sunset views.

Frequently asked questions

Surf & Sand Laguna Beach vs The Resort at Pelican Hill: FAQs

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Which property is truly beachfront?

Surf & Sand Laguna Beach is directly on the Laguna shoreline with private beach access. The Resort at Pelican Hill is set above Crystal Cove and provides a complimentary beach shuttle rather than direct beachfront rooms.

Which resort is better for families?

Both properties are family-friendly. Surf & Sand is very convenient for families who want beach and pool access right outside the door; Pelican Hill offers larger rooms and multi-bedroom villas that suit families wanting more space.

Do both hotels have spas and fitness centers?

Yes. Surf & Sand has Aquaterra Spa and an on-site fitness center with Peloton and Smart Mirror; Pelican Hill also offers full spa services, treatment rooms and fitness classes.

How do I decide between a compact oceanfront stay and a larger resort?

If beach access and walkable Laguna Beach activities matter most, choose Surf & Sand. If you want on-site golf, multiple pools and villa options, choose The Resort at Pelican Hill.

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