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Pelican Hill Resort

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Perched on 504 acres of rugged Newport Coast, Pelican Hill feels less like a traditional resort and more like a pristine Italian hamlet transported to the Pacific. As you drive past the manicured olive trees and terracotta rooftops, the scent of lavender and salt spray fills the air, and the vastness of the ocean unfolds before you.

It is a place where the grandeur of the Old World meets the laid-back elegance of Southern California, offering a sanctuary of seclusion where the only rush is the sound of the tide against the cliffs.

Pelican Hill is the definitive choice for those who want their golf trip wrapped in five-star luxury. It is ideal for groups seeking high-end villa living or couples looking for a romantic coastal escape with some of the finest oceanfront golf in the United States.

Who is it best for?

Pelican Hill is the definitive choice for affluent groups and couples who want a world-class golf experience paired with the sophisticated, laid-back elegance of a Southern California coastal retreat.

Pelican Hill Resort

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Golf Courses at Pelican Hill Resort

Ocean North Course

Sprawled gently across 504 stunning hillside acres, Pelican Hill is home to a phenomenal golf complex which boasts at its heart two outstanding courses designed by Tom Fazio. Carved into the arroyos and coastal scrub of the incredible natural landscape, the courses are truly as beautiful as they are challenging.

The Ocean North is now the premier championship layout, a par-71 that is close to 7,000 yards at its peak. Spectacular ocean views from every tee help to create a magical golfing environment, while the course is maintained in outstanding condition.

Included in the resort services is a "forecaddie", who will accompany each group around the golf course, providing local knowledge, ball-spotting service and general assistance.

Course Information
Par 71
Designed by Tom Fazio
Opened for play 1993
Tees
Black 6,945 yards SSS 73
Blue 6,563 yards SSS 71.3
White 6,270 yards SSS 69.9
Red 5,810 yards SSS 74.5
Yellow 4,951 yards SSS 69.4

Ocean South Course

The Ocean South was the original Fazio layout at Pelican Hill, and is a wonderful par-70 course that is best known for its iconic 13th, a unique short hole that features two greens.

Course Information
Par 70
Designed by Tom Fazio
Opened for play 1991
Tees
Black 6,580 yards SSS 72.1
Blue 6,323 yards SSS 71
White 5,929 yards SSS 69.3
Red 5,393 yards SSS 72.7
Yellow 4,723 yards SSS 68.2

Accommodation at Pelican Hill Resort

Staying at Pelican Hill feels like retreating to your own coastal estate. Guests choose between spacious Bungalows and multi-bedroom Villas, all featuring vaulted wood-beamed ceilings and limestone fireplaces that crackle as evening falls.

The decor is a masterclass in "Californian-Italian" fusion, with earthy golds and camels providing a warm backdrop to deep soaking tubs and private terraces. For those seeking total immersion, the Villas offer gourmet kitchens and private garages, ensuring you never have to walk through a hotel lobby if you don't wish to.

Food & Drink

Dining at the resort is a journey through coastal flavors. The Pelican Grill & Bar serves as the social heart for golfers, where wood-fired pizzas and butcher-cut steaks are enjoyed on a heated terrace overlooking the fairways. For a more relaxed vibe, the Coliseum Pool & Grill offers fresh pasta and seasonal salads beside the shimmering mosaic pool. As evening approaches, the Great Room becomes the place for live music and artisanal sips, with a wrap-around bar that provides the perfect vantage point for the "green flash" at sunset.

Leisure Facilities

The Spa at Pelican Hill is a 23,000-square-foot wellness cathedral. Entry is through a 28-foot Palladian rotunda, leading to the Acqua Colonnades where guests can move between herbal steam rooms, saunas, and saltwater Roman soaking tubs. For the active, the fitness center offers everything from power yoga to sound bath meditation. Of course, no stay is complete without a dip in the Coliseum Pool, a geometric marvel where the service is as attentive as the architecture is grand.

Who is it for?

A seeker of ultimate privacy who appreciates the finer details, from hand-applied Italian plaster to personal butler service in a gated villa.

A shot-maker who relishes 36 holes of Fazio-designed perfection where coastal winds and fast-running bentgrass greens demand total focus.

A sun-lover who enjoys idling away afternoons in a private poolside cabana followed by sunset cocktails overlooking the Pacific.

Features

  • Spa
  • Sauna
  • Solarium
  • Outdoor Swimming Pool
  • Jacuzzi
  • Air-Conditioning
  • Direct Dial Telephone
  • 24hr Room Service
  • Wireless Internet
  • Wake-up Call
  • Satellite TV
  • Minibar
  • Nearby Beaches
  • In House Bar
  • In House Restaurant
  • Golf Buggies
  • Pro Shop
  • Putting Greens
  • Practice Area
  • Golf Club Hire
  • Club House
  • Championship Standard Course

What Our Golfers Say

10
Excellent
1 review
Bar / Restaurant 10.0
Facilities 10.0
Location 10.0
Room comfort 10.0
Staff 10.0
Value for money 10.0
These reviews are from verified Your Golf Travel customers.

Stefan

7 Jul 2025

Excellent
10.0

10
Excellent
2 reviews
Condition overall 10.0
Condition of greens 10.0
Speed of round 33.3%
Value for money 10.0
Facilities 10.0
Difficulty 100%
These reviews are from verified Your Golf Travel customers.

Stefan

7 Jul 2025

Excellent
10.0

Stefan

7 Jul 2025

Excellent
10.0

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