22701 S Pelican Hill Road, Newport Coast, California 92657, US
(855) 315-8214
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About The Resort at Pelican Hill

The Resort at Pelican Hill is one of SoCal's trendiest getaways, whether it's for golf or to unwind. The resort takes inspiration from the 16th century Italian architect Andrea Palladio. Each one-story bungalow guest room or suite features its own limestone fireplace, private terrace and marble bath. The 2- to 4-bedroom villas are secluded within their own gated community. Guests can lounge at the Coliseum pool and spa or shuttle to the Crystal Cove beach. Tom Fazio's North and South courses both kiss the Pacific Ocean with outstanding views throughout the round. Six restaurants will tempt your appetite. 

Facts

Price Range$$$$
Property Class★★★★★
Acres504
Year Opened2008
Number of Units300-500

Amenities

RestaurantsCasual, Fine, Bar
Room TypesSuite
Fitness CenterYes
Practice FacilityYes
Beach AccessYes
Golf School/AcademyYes
Banquet SpaceYes
SpaYes

Services

Kids ProgramYes
Room ServiceYes
ConciergeYes

Rules

Is the resort pet friendly?Yes
Is resort stay required for a tee time?Yes

Golf courses at The Resort at Pelican Hill

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5.0
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First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Average
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4.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Good
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Reviews 18
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I Recommend This Course
5.0
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Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 6
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Plays Once a week
2.0
Previously Played

Save your money and play elsewhere

For the price that you have to pay to play here, you would expect everything to be top notch. Unfortunately Pelican Hill Golf Club falls short. The pro shop staff made me feel like I didn't belong. The starter nearly accused me of not paying for my round. The condition of the North course was average at best. These are the worst bunkers for a high-end golf course that I have ever seen. I saw two tee boxes that were being redone and at least 9 that need to be redone. I wanted to treat myself to a nice round of golf, I should have gone to Trump National. Save your money and play elsewhere.

Conditions Average
Value Poor
Layout Good
Friendliness Fair
Pace Fair
Amenities Good
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Reviews 25
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 25
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Just amazing

Was skeptical due to the price but took the plunge for a experience of a lifetime and it did not disappoint. Stunning views. Amazing course. TOUGH greens.

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 1
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Great Course

I’m 64 and this is the best course bar none I have ever played. $78 on Golf Now was a great deal.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 21
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

Can't wait to return!

We had the opportunity to play the South course at Pelican Hill today and it was beyond my expectation! I had read lot of reviews from other people and the general consensus was that while it was scenic, the North Course was much more difficult and the "Championship" of the two.

Let me preface by saying that the South Course is no walk in the park. To begin with, if you are not a far hitter, you will struggle from the White tees and above. This course requires you to hit far and also be accurate, given that a lot of the holes play pretty long.

Critics have said that some of the holes are gimmicky, and I concur. I would say there are about 4-5 holes and seem a little force fed or underwhelming, and I was especially underwhelmed by holes 12 and 13, the back to back par 3's. Nothing really too special here.

This course is very idyllic, taking you through windy roads full of trees and flowers, and views of the ocean / surrounding areas which is just really really spectacular.

Overall, a very nice course, though, but make sure that you prepare yourself!

Conditions Excellent
Value Good
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
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Reviews 13
Handicap 5-9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Fantastic Venue

You cannot go wrong with this fantastic facility! Enjoy the views all day long.

Conditions Good
Value Poor
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 1
Handicap Don't know
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once every three months
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Somewhat Challenging
Played On
Reviews 1
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing

Chalanging greens sloppy and fast hard when it’s your first time playing the course . A little wind made it even harder. But the course conditions and the scenery are fabulous and made the experience a treat

Thank you!!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
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Reviews 27
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 3
Handicap 20-24
Skill Beginner
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Perfect weather
Used cart

I think I saw one bad patch of grass. Could not have been any better.

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 9
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
3.0
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Fair
Pace Average
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 4
Handicap 10-14
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Difficulty Fairly Easy
Played On
Reviews 46
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played

Love Pelican Hill!

Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Good
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 5
Skill Advanced
Plays Once a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
First Time Playing
Conditions Excellent
Value Excellent
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Excellent
Pace Excellent
Amenities Excellent
Played On
Reviews 2
Skill Intermediate
Plays Once a month
I Recommend This Course
5.0
Verified Purchaser
Previously Played
Perfect weather
Used cart

Pelican Hill--the Pebble Beach of Southern Ca.

Wonderful day. The staff--from the parking lot to the cjourse--was superb. Very impressive young men and women.

Difficulty Moderate
Played On
Reviews 78
Skill Intermediate
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
4.0
Verified Purchaser
Top 1000 Contributor
First Time Playing
Conditions Good
Value Average
Layout Good
Friendliness Average
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
Played On
Reviews 3
Skill Advanced
Plays A few times a week
I Recommend This Course
5.0
First Time Playing

Most beautiful course I’ve ever played

Absolutely stunning. Generously wide fairways with challenging greens. A bucket-list course.

Conditions Excellent
Value Average
Layout Excellent
Friendliness Good
Pace Excellent
Amenities Good
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