Newport Beach hotel rooms a the Highgate Independent

"We love this property, it is the 3rd time that we have stayed there. The first was rather random of right place and right rate, but since then it's been due to the property. It is clean and well maintained and so cute! They have beach cruisers, boogie boards, beach chairs, and real beach towels to use at the beach. We FINALLY were able to use all of that on this trip. Just by random chance it was the same room as last visit in 2024. We WILL be back! (Only bummer is the local restaurant Spaghetti Bender closed, which was a childhood favorite of my wife)"

"Super cute, clean room, friendly staff, easy parking, close to everything"

"We really enjoyed our stay. We wanted to be right at the Balboa Pier, Whale Watching, Fun Zone and ferry...and we were! Everything was a five minute walk, and we were right on the pier. Our balcony overlooked it and the ocean in the b.g. beyond the parking lot. If you don't do valet, you can park nextdoor in a variety of lots. The staff was sooooo nice! They made us feel right at home. And the food in the restaurant was very good. Maybe a little pricey, but the portions are generous and the service was excellent. Now, the rooms could use some modernization and touch ups, but for us...it didn't distract from our good time. It met all of our needs. Our balcony and location were well worth the price. I would, however, advise on new carpeting in the rooms that have it. There's a bike rental place downstairs and a cool taco / margarita bar that stays open until midnight. Plus, other restaurans within walking and the Newport Pier is a 10 min. walk away. Stargazing and fishing on the Balboa Pier at night. By day, the ferry gets you to Balboa Island in 5 mins., then Fashion Island is a quick drive for shopping. The Balboa Inn is in a very safe area. Lots of affluence. You can walk and bike at night in safety. We've already decided to stay here again in the fall. "

"Friendly staff, great location by pier"

"The pool was amazing. "

"I always love this hotel. It’s clean, modern and has great service. It’s my favorite in Newport. "

"Very clean adds friendly staff"

"Room was nice and quiet there "

"Beautiful & super clean resort, with great staff! Dining experience was also great. Definitely going back to this place."