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"I love the location of this hotel. It’s right on the beach and you have so many amazing things to do in walking distance. I also love the rooftop jacuzzi, especially during slower seasons. "

"My family and I were a party of 11 adults and one 8 year old. We enjoyed our stay and loved the location but I am glad I brought 4 twin inflatable beds. There were beds for 8 guests and although there was a couch with a pull out bed, the mattress was very worn out and uncomfortable. The large couch is big enough for 2 but again it was not comfortable to sleep on. The best part of the house was the location and fortunately we spent most of our time outside and made do with the inflatable beds. The house was supplied with beach towels, bed linens, bath towels, the kitchen was well supplied with pots and pans, cooking utensils, blender, toaster, coffee maker, fans because it does get hot upstairs during the late afternoons, a big BBQ grill, a large patio table and umbrella, there were some boogie boards in the garage, lots of beach sand toys, a volleyball net, and a couple of bikes. I would recommend bringing extra paper towels, (only 1 kitchen towel available), toilet paper, dish sponge and plastic food storage bags. Less than 1 mile there is a Vons grocery store. There was parking for 3 cars and plenty of free 24 hour street parking so only had to move once for street sweeping during our week stay. The house has some wear and tear but it’s understandable with any beach rental that’s reasonably priced and perfectly located. Again, perfectly located for lots of outdoor fun."

"it was great"

"The staff was as friendly as any place we have ever stayed with. That is saying a lot. Thank you VEA staff!"

"We had reservations for a restaurant in Newport Beach. We were not sure where the restaurant was located. I found Balboa Bay Resort by accident. I’m so glad I did. The check-in was smooth, we arrived a bit early and they said the room would be ready shortly but our bags would be in our room when we check in. When we walked in the room we were surprised by how large the room was. There was a separate shower and tub and what really sold it, a door to the bathroom. The hotel did provide a couple of free bottles of water, but fir $6 you could buy the refillable bottle. We went down to the bar both night we stayed, the service was slow, but the crowd was friendly and engaging so it kept us entertained. The best part, they charged my Tesla. That made my day, I did not have to stop to charge. We are already making plans to stay 3 nights in the winter."

"This place was perfectly located on the beach near shopping and restaurants! Small but sweet would definitely stay again!"