"Escape to historic waterfront paradise at The Balboa Bay Club & Resort, a world-class destination along the California Riviera. Reminiscent of an Italian villa in both grace and charm, our amenity-filled accommodations beckon after days whiled away at our four-diamond hotel resort. Designed to take full advantage of the setting, our restaurants and rooms open up to the bay at every opportunity, and breathtaking views and sea breezes abound throughout.
Treat yourself to the height of Newport Beach lodging, with four-diamond accommodations that include:
* 132 spacious guest rooms, featuring exotic, tropical decor
* 11 deluxe suites, with personalized comforts and private outdoor patios
* One Presidential Suite, featuring distinct amenities and grand piano"
According to SeeingStars.com:
"The venerable Balboa Bay Club was once the summer getaway for the rich & famous; filled with movie stars back in its golden years. John Wayne was on the board of governors, and members included Humphrey Bogart, Lauren Bacall, William Holden, Greta Garbo - even Richard Nixon lived here before moving to San Clemente. Visitors have included Frank Sinatra, Chuck Yeager and Ronald & Nancy Reagan."
