We really enjoyed our trip at the hotel. The location is so convenient to the shopping mall and minutes to the neighboring beach and trail. Facilities are well maintained, and the staff are very welcoming. My family had a good time there.

I had a great weekend stay with my mom.😊 We really loved our room, it was very nice!! And there was a bottle of wine waiting for us in our room upon entry!They have beautiful outside seating areas to enjoy a meal or just sit and talk/relax. The pool area had an event going on with free snacks and music and a photo booth. The hotel is located conveniently next to a mall with restaurants. But they also have a complimentary shuttle that will take you 5 miles or less. We went to Balboa island. The employees are very professional, nice, attentive and helpful! "Aunt Flow" came to town and I called downstairs for feminine products. A few minutes later an employee came to my door with a "period kit"! Not just feminine products, but also Tylenol, and water bottles all in a nice bag. I didn't expect them to bring all of that. I thought it was so nice of them and I really loved that! I really enjoyed my weekend here and would highly recommend!

This hotel had the BEST ambience of all the hotels I've been to in the last several years. I can't remember ever being treated so warmly. Tim was outstanding! From the moment we walked in, he made us feel welcomed and appreciated. And throughout our stay, he went above and beyond to be helpful. The whole experience from walking in to valeting my car to leaving was impeccable. I truly appreciate the small touches.

This place was absolutely gorgeous and the staff were soooo friendly and helpful! I was beyond impressed with how kind and attentive they were. I was here for a conference and the rooms are bright, sunny and clean with beautiful views of Newport. Great place!

We really enjoyed our stay at Vea. The construction mentioned in other reviews must be mostly done as we didn't hear anything. The hotel has a wonderful open atrium design so there was plenty of fresh air. Everyone st the hotel from the valet, front desk, waiter, pool side waitress and maids were friendly and so helpful. The room was very comfortable and the pool was beautiful. We enjoyed food and drinks by the pool. There is also a large lawn area with reclining chairs if you prefer some privacy and quiet to enjoy the space. The restaurant had an extensive drink menu and a smaller food selection but everything we tried was delicious. It's a small walk across to fashion island so we walked across for breakfast and some shopping. We had our 4 year old with us and felt very welcome here as there were other families present, but the hotel did not have a solely family vibe. There were plenty of couples for get aways as well. The hotel has a more dressy atmosphere so pack accordingly. Part of the gym was open air so you could you workout outside and my husband really liked it. We will definitely be back again as the service was superb!

Nice effort at differentiation for a Marriott hotel. Service is very good and features definitely upscale. However the architectural complexity of the original building remains with a lot of odd half floors and confusing corridors. Rooms open directly outside and there are gaps at the bottom of doors. The view on the golf course are great and the food venues look better than they taste but there is a genuine effort. The staff is vey attentive and helpful and in great number which is rare in these post pandemic times.

Stunning!! The ambiance of this resort is one of a kind. Everyone that works here loves what they do! From the moment we arrived we were treated like royalty. Both of the Tim’s were great! Norris provided exceptional customer service at the restaurant. This hotel made my daughter’s sweet 16 special! I loved every moment of my stay! Thanks for the great hospitality!

I stayed here with a friend about 3 weeks ago, and completely enjoyed our time here. I am coming back with my husband on 7/22 for a work function and I can't wait. We are celebrating our 25th anniversary while here. Looking forward to some R & R.

We had an excellent 5 night stay at this resort. They have an inviting pool/spa area, and a superb poolside bar with a cool video projector shooting on the ceiling. The gym area is great, with a new smith machine, functional trainer, dumbbells from 5-50 lbs. and cardio equipment that faces the sea. The views from the room were excellent, and the proximity to everything in Newport was superb, considering you can walk across the street to Fashion Island. The hotel restaurant was good, but with Red O and sushi across the street, it’s worth a short walk to widen the culinary options. The bellmen and valet service did a wonderful job and were extremely accommodating. We will definitely stay here again. My only criticism would be to please get more cable attachments for the gym equipment.

Here for a work event and added a few days for fun. This is a wonderful venue! Food service and staff were outstanding during the meeting. The staff without exception were hospitable and professional. There is attention to every detail and accommodations are extraordinarily well-kept and clean. I hope to stay again someday!

Do not stay here. Loud music played till late in the evening to no one by the pool. Trying to be a cool hotel only makes sleeping or any other quiet enjoyment impossible. Stay anywhere else!!

I was not sure if I would like this place. It's an older hotel but recently remodeled. It turned out to be really nice. The rooms are small but clean and neatly finished. The view out the window was good, the bed was comfortable, and the hotel was quiet. I slept well! I also ate at the hotel restaurant and the food was excellent.

My stay at the VEA Hotel in Newport Beach was an experience that redefined luxury and comfort. From its stunning location to its exceptional services, VEA Hotel stands out as a premier destination for those seeking a blend of elegance, comfort, and top-notch. Nestled in the heart of Newport Beach, VEA Hotel offers a breathtaking view of the ocean, creating an ambiance of serene luxury. Its proximity to local attractions and the ease of access to the beach makes it an ideal spot for both relaxation and exploration. The rooms at VEA Hotel are a haven of comfort. Spacious and elegantly designed, each room offers a blend of modern amenities and subtle luxury. The beds are exceptionally comfortable, ensuring a restful sleep. The highlight for me was waking up to the soothing sound of the waves and the enchanting ocean view. VEA Hotel leaves no stone unturned when it comes to amenities. The outdoor pool and spa area are perfect for unwinding, while the fitness center is well-equipped for those who wish to stay active. The hotel also offers convenient access to a range of water sports and outdoor activities. The dining experience at VEA Hotel is exemplary. The on-site restaurants offer a variety of cuisines, with each dish showcasing the freshest ingredients and culinary expertise. The rooftop bar, with its stunning ocean views, is the perfect place to enjoy a cocktail as the sun sets. What truly sets VEA Hotel apart is its exceptional service. The staff goes above and beyond to ensure every guest feels special. Their attention to detail, friendly demeanor, and professionalism contribute significantly to the overall experience. VEA Hotel in Newport Beach is more than just a place to stay; it's an experience that stays with you. Whether it's for business, a romantic getaway, or a family vacation, the hotel caters to all with its luxurious accommodations, superb amenities, and unparalleled service. VEA Hotel is a testament to what a luxury hotel should be and is a destination I look forward to revisiting. _VEA Hotel Newport Beach - where every stay is an unforgettable chapter in your travel diary._

Staying here was a disappointing experience. Logistically, I don't know why you'd put guests who are not there for a conference in the section that mostly houses conference attendees. It was loud through the entirety of our stay and we constantly had to navigate through the conference area traffic to get to the lobby or restaurant. The restaurant was mediocre at best. The host/hostesses were on their phones almost every time we'd ask to be seated. On one evening when we went for drinks, the hostess said there was only bar seating available (the bar was full/no actual seats) due to no tables being clean... there were about 12 clean, set tables that we could easily see. I understand that staff get overwhelmed during busy times of the evening, but it felt like she basically said she wasn't going to seat us. On another occasion where were ordered room service, the order and the billing were incorrect. We were hoping for a relaxing time, and instead we spent it trying to remedy mistakes the hotel staff made. We regret choosing this hotel. There are so many other hotels and Marriott locations nearby that I wouldn't recommend wasting your time here.

This property has been lavishly renovated and the updated rooms are very comfortable. Restaurant, bar and pool area are very beautiful. The service there was great and food was excellent! Breakfast burrito was one of the best I've ever tasted! Francisco took great care of us. The hotel service staff, however, was not quite up to the standard of this level of hotel. Everyone was very friendly but not as helpful as you would hope. I think some front desk staff could benefit from more training. For example, as a Platinum elite guest, we weren't offered our gift or automatic room upgrade. We shouldn't have to ask for these things. Despite these small service failings, we will return for another stay in the near future. I will update to 5 stars if service improves.

Had a nice view from my room. Hotel is under construction and should look great when finished. What a perfect location. The renovation was probably due for a long time. Looks like a new pool also being built. New outdoor facilities. One tower has already been repainted and you can see a big difference. It is a big hotel to redo so hopefully it will be done in the next six to twelve months. Probably also have some new restaurants to compete with fashion island

My husband and I recently had the pleasure of staying at VEA for the first time this weekend, and I can’t express just how delighted we were with our experience. We are no strangers to the area, often opting for stays at the Pelican Hill, but VEA proved to be an outstanding choice. Its central location, just a two-minute walk from Fashion Island, was incredibly convenient. The hotel’s modern design and refreshing views were a breath of fresh air, and the impeccable service provided by the staff made our experience truly outstanding. The rooms were spacious and with their up-to-date outlets and USB ports, offered both functionality and beauty, making our stay exceptionally comfortable. In summary, our stay at VEA exceeded our expectations in every way. We’ve found a new favorite in VEA, and we can’t wait to return for another unforgettable stay. Highly recommended!

Stayed here for a month it was the worst experience, and worst housekeeping they don’t clean your room even if you remove the do not disturb hours before they finish their shift and their cleaning is just changing the sheets and removing the trash not anything more they do not have cctv on the hallways of the rooms which did not make me feel safe, they need alot of improvement on their reception they are not experienced and have no clue what their doing (nancy) the manager was aware of our issue and ignored us did not follow up about it they made are stay stressful, never staying again for sure. Overpriced for their services.

Restaurant and SPA services are good but guest services as well as guest relation is very bad. If you're lucky, you'll get a front desk clerk that's patience enough to give you an intro to the property. Expect lone line at check in during hot season and your room might not be ready until passed 4pm. Room noise is very bad and you can hear guest in the next room talking as if you're in the room with them. The wall also shakes each time when someone closes their room door. Location is second to none and has lots of meeting space but if you're a elite member of Marriot Bonvoy, don't expect any VIP treatment. If you want good experience, book high floor rooms in the sky tower or the sky suite. Otherwise, set your expectation lower or chances of you getting disappointed will be high.

I love the hotel and location but just hate the extra taxes and extras. No choice but to valet park at $55 a day. Extras were easily $100 a day which is a rip off. Staff are super friendly but come on guys, enough of the extras.......a 2 night stay goes over $1000.......

Absolutely stunning! This is your quintessential 5 star Newport retreat. No it’s not the cheapest and yes valet is pricey but WOW this is all worth it! The staff is super friendly and the property feels brand new. Short drive to great beaches and across the street from fashion island. I will be back.

Gotta say the service here was next level. They are soooo nice. The parking, the lobby, the pool, the bar, the room staff… felt like royalty. A little pricey but will definitely return given the results.

The customer service here is amazing! They are so helpful and very attentive. Between the valet and just walking in the hotel, the staff here has made my family and I feel great! We did have a couple issues with the room and booking, but they did get it sorted out eventually. Still loving the staff here and also the vans 😊 keep up the good work!

I love the VEA Newport Beach Marriott. It was so amazing to be right by the beach. The mall across the street was phenomenal. The pool was really good and there was an ice cream stand right next to it. I really liked our room. The restaurants were really nice and there is a gym for everybody who wants to workout. I would definitely go back again

Beautiful property! My husband and I kept saying, we could not believe we were at a Marriott. Don't get me wrong, nothing bad about Marriott. We just felt as though we were staying at a high end resort. We got the Fairway room with Firepit, highly recommend!

I rarely post review here, but after checking in, this place continue to exceed my expectation. Ocean view room has Stella unobstructed view overlooking edge pool, golf course and ocean. Breakfast is really well-made, beautifully presented.

Exquisite, lovely, boutique and high end experience from arrival to departure. Brittany and Maddie at the front desk were so wonderful to talk to and very attentive, Tim was beyond helpful with our bags and great conversation, and Jacob at the bar makes the best whiskey sour I've ever had. Delicious breakfast at the restaurant on-site. The room was gorgeous and impressive, especially for a standard two queen (not a suite or upgraded room type). Complimentary wifi was super fast for my remote work. Entire propery was immaculately maintained, not just clean but cared for (no harsh chemicals). Valet team was quick and sweet. Unfortunately, I was beyond overwhelmed here as my service animal was having a medical emergency, but I couldn't have felt more comfortable or at home while I went through this crisis. I booked as a treat to myself to make something good out of what was a nightmare trip and couldn't have chosen better. Truly a gem on Newport beach! Highly recommend for all kinds of travel! ✨❤️

I want to command the staff at the VEA hotel for their outstanding customer service and most importantly for their incredible reliability. We usually book the BBC or Lido but we decided to give VEA a try , so we booked VEA between March 16th- March 21st. During our stay, we were pleasantly impressed by the excellent service, friendliness and professionalism of the staff members ; from housekeeping , bellboys, front desk , bartenders, the waitresses by the pool and the View restaurant, all the away to the valet guys - nothing but great service. When I left the hotel it was a rainy and very windy. All the hangers that were brought by the bellboy to my car flew away and ended up on the ground, wet and dirty. They apologized for the inconvenience and offered to refund some of the money for the dry cleaning. I thought that was very nice. I just returned home yesterday, April 8th, after a long month of travels and while unpacking I realized I never took my Rolex and bracelet out of the safe when I left VEA hotel. I called them today and spoke to Rachel at the front desk. She immediately checked the lost and found and said there was nothing reported, however someone from security will call me back to take a report. Within a couple of hours I received a call from Anthony, who informed that they had my watch and bracelet. I was so happy to hear that after so long they still had my goods. I travel a lot all over the world and hear all kinds of stories about lost things the hotels that can never be found or retrieved. This time it happened to me and I can’t express my gratitude and worlds of appreciation for the entire staff at this hotel. This is an exemplary hotel that I will choose over other hotels every time I’m in Newport and recommend to all friends and family. Thank you again from the bottom of my heart, especially to the person who found it and took it to the lost and found.

I picked the best hotel to celebrate my birthday!!! Got in early, hoping I could check in to the room to decorate, I wasn't able to, but Alex at the front desk comped my sister and I a glass of champagne, to celebrate my bday! Greatly appreciated. 20 min after receiving the champ, we were able to check in- which was at 2pm. The VEA team made that early check in happen. Tim, from valet was comical, appreciative, and helpful during our complete stay! The staff sent many things to our gorgeous room complimentary to celebrate my birthday, honestly I felt like royalty. The rooms were large, amazing views from the balconies, and the room decor is beautiful. Complimentary water in the rooms, which was great! When checking out, we grabbed food at the restaurant downstairs, and again, the hotel sent a truffle cake to the table for my birthday! This hotel went ABOVE AND BEYOND! THANK YOU for making my birthday ever so special!

My husband and I recently spent our 6 year wedding anniversary at this resort, and it was definitely one of the best resorts we’ve stayed in. Such a convenient 20 min drive especially after a full day at Disneyland on Friday, we relaxed there for the whole weekend. Pulling up instantly we were amazed by the rain water fall outside the hotel. We were greeted by the very nice valet staff member, then walked into a beautiful lobby with very nice front desk associates. We stayed in such a beautiful room facing the golf course, bath right next to shower, and nice sized bathroom and balcony. We were also assisted by Tim who is the nicest and sweetest bellman. As we were checking out, he even called the valet to get the car pulled up for us. Over all service was just amazing! Oh and let’s not forget about the pool! There are 2 on the property, but the one by the Edge bar was so nice. I love that they give you a large towel cover custom with VEA printed for your pool chair, and towel for yourself. The bar had a gigantic monitor with images of cool landscaping and art in the ceiling. Just so many great things about this place and have nothing but good experiences. We are absolutely coming back!

My husband and I were fortunate enough to stay at this hotel for our 15-year anniversary last week. It is immaculately clean and everything is new and updated. The food at the restaurant was delicious. The thing that made our stay the most memorable was our Guest Experience Expert, Maddie. She knew it was our anniversary and had a surprise treat tray complete with a handwritten, personalized note delivered to our room. Marriott is the best, hands down. We have stayed at many hotel chains throughout the years and Marriott always ends up being our very favorite.

The room is nice... Shower was interesting. Can't quite wrap my head around what was up with the shower.... But hey, it was functional, comfy and the staff are great. Great amenities too. If you like mall shopping or golf then it's the ideal location.

The newly renovated hotel was perfect for a weekend getaway. The hotel offers all the amenities from bike rentals, to yoga classes and a free shuttle. The rooms are excellent and the pool and pool bar were perfect, with great views. The front desk staff couldn’t do enough. Maddie was one of the nicest, most helpful front desk employees I have ever encountered- couldn’t do enough to ensure my stay was perfect. I will definitely return!

Rooms were clean and well maintained. The people were friendly and well polite. However they will mess up with your baggage. I had to wait for 15-30 minutes just for them alone to find my baggage. The gym within the hotel is small, not decently well big enough for 20 or less people. Not too much lifting benches or much barbells for people. The in-store dinning shops are pretty expensive. Like $17 for a freaking avocado on toast, no way!. Also any family who are getting the double bed room, there will be a open slide window of the restroom. Just wanted to let you know, it's not very comfortable when there's space between the slides to the shower. I bunked with a friend :/.