The city boasts several micro-neighborhoods," Orange County food and travel writerJenn TanakatoldTravel + Leisure.
His home can be seen on harbor tours, and the Orange County International Airport was named for him.
Each cottage is equipped with a refrigerator and microwave.
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Linens and towels are provided, but traditional hotel services like daily housekeeping are not available.
For an ocean view, book the Oceanfront Spa guest room.
Theres a complimentary light Continental breakfast, and the hotel provides beach gear and bicycles.
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Best Things to Do
Cruise the harbor in an electric boat.
Play golf on a stunning championship course.
Famed course designer Tom Fazio took full advantage of the remarkable terrain, ocean breezes, and rolling hills.
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Spend an afternoon whale watching.
You have a good chance of spotting whales throughout the year in Newport Beach.
Gray whales can usually be seen from December through April during their annual migration.
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Blue Whales visit the California coast to feed on krill from May through October.
Even if a whale doesnt show up, youll see schools of dolphins and groups of barking sea lions.
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Hike Newport Beachs trails.
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Explore the Balboa Peninsula.
Luxury shopping at Fashion Island and Lido Marina Village is juxtaposed with curated boutiques, according to Tanaka.
Restaurants, movie theaters, and special events make Fashion Island both a shopping and entertainment destination.
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Shop for luxury clothing and accessories atElyse WalkerandLoveShackFancy.
For creative golf apparel, visitBad Birdie, and for that great beach read, browseLido Village Books.
TheMermaid Storefeatures sea-inspired decor and claims to have the largest selection of mermaids…outside of the ocean itself.
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Red O
Located at Fashion Island,Red Oserves elevated authentic Mexican cuisine along with craft cocktails.
It began as a commercial fish cannery in 1921 and continues to be a local favorite.
Open for brunch, lunch, and dinner, The Cannery overlooks the Rhine Canal.
Winter months are cooler with some rain, and temperatures rarely dip below 50.
The cooler seasons are perfect for hiking, biking along the coast, and strolling along the beach.
Surfers are in the ocean year-round, with wetsuits when the water is colder.
For beachgoers, the warm summer and early autumn sunshine are their favorite times in Newport Beach.
In June, theres theBaroque Music Festivalin Corona del Mar.
Whale watching fans head to Newport Beach during the gray whale migration from around December-April.
John Wayne Airport is the closest, just six miles away.
