’Tis the season for family and friends to create their own new holiday memories and traditions this year at The Resort at Pelican Hill in Newport Beach. Now a favorite Southern California getaway, the Resort is located just 45 minutes from Los Angeles and 15 minutes from John Wayne Airport.
The package starts at $695 per night, excluding tax and based on availability.
The package starts at $995 for a two-bedroom Villa, $1,450 for a three-bedroom Villa or $1,950 for a four-bedroom Villa per night, excluding tax and based on availability.
The package starts at $795 for a bungalow per night, $1,150 for a two-bedroom Villa, $1,550 for a three-bedroom Villa or $2,050 for a four-bedroom Villa per night, excluding tax and based on availability.
Leave the decorations up to us this holiday season and arrive to discover your very own bungalow or Villa furnished with a wreath, garlands, a decorated tree, and a holiday CD with traditional favorites. We also offer the traditional Jewish menorah display if requested.
Available November 27 through December 24, 2009, the package starts at $895 for bungalows and $1,095 for a two-bedroom Villa, $1,500 for a three-bedroom Villa or $2,000 for a four-bedroom Villa per night, excluding tax and based on availability.
Available December 31, the package starts at $895 for two in a bungalow, excluding tax and based on availability. Additional guests can be added with specific costs for adults and children.
Available December 31, the package starts at $1295 for two in a two-bedroom Villa, $1595 for two in a three-bedroom Villa and $1895 for two in a four-bedroom Villa, excluding tax and based on availability. Additional guests can be added with specific costs for adults and children.
Reservations for all of these packages can be made by calling 800-820-6800.
Holiday shopping is easy this year at The Resort at Pelican Hill, where personalized gift cards can be designed for each friend and family member in one convenient location that will showcase their favorite indulgences. Sure to be remembered as their favorite present this year, the gift cards are available in denominations of $100, $200, $300, $500, $1,000 and $2,500. Guests who purchase gift cards for $1,000 or more will receive a 10% discount.
Favorite uses for the gift cards are an overnight stay in a bungalow or Villa; a therapeutic 60 or 90-minute spa treatment; a scenic dinner overlooking the ocean in Andrea, Pelican Grill or Coliseum Pool & Grill; a round of golf on the Fazio-designed ocean courses; and personal training sessions.
Gift cards can be purchased at the Gift Certificate Desk in the Resort lobby, Concierge Desk, Newsstand Shop and Allegra, 24 hours a day at the Front Desk, by calling toll free at 800- 820-6800, or for more information online on our Web site at www.pelicanhill.com.
To capture the essence of traditional tea with an Italian accent, this holiday season children and adults can experience the new Tea Time Renaissance daily from November 27 through December 31, 2009 from 2:30 to 5 p.m. in the gracious Great Room at The Resort at Pelican Hill.
Each Friday, Saturday and Sunday in December, Santa Claus will also greet children personally during the Tea Time Renaissance event. A live harpist will perform classical music throughout the afternoon.
The tea starts at $32 per person for adults and $16 for children. Reservations are requested and can be made by calling 800-820-6800. For larger parties of 9-20 people, the private dining room can also be reserved at an additional cost.
For guests who want to relax in the Great Room throughout the holidays, from November 16, 2009 to January 3, 2010, a champagne cart and tapas menu are offered from 5:30 p.m. to midnight, with a live piano duo for entertainment.
From November 16, 2009 through January 3, 2010, including Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, Executive Pastry Chef Frederic Monnet has created festive holiday gelatos, pastries and desserts in the Laboratorio del Gelato and Pastry Kitchen that can be purchased in the Caffe including from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. To-go options are also available.
As a special draw for children and hot chocolate aficionados, a special Holiday Hot Chocolate Menu is available in the Caffe from November 28, 2009 through January 3, 2010 with a choice of whipped creams and toppings.
The therapist scoops a beautiful dollop of creamy sugar scrub infused with the seasonal pomegranate ingredient filled with anti-oxidants. After gently sloughing the skin, the gelato is washed away, and the guest is then cocooned in fresh muslin, as aloe and cucumber gel. The therapist concludes the treatment by applying whipped body butter with essential oil for ultra moisturizing.
• Smoothing Thyme Body Buff Treatment (45-minutes, $150 excluding gratuity) A fine salt body polish with fresh thyme and other organic herbs is applied with circular, feather-like strokes to gently yet thoroughly exfoliate the feet and entire body, cleansing the pores and adding nourishing minerals and herbs to the skin. After showering, guests receive an enriching skin re-hydration with Rosemary Olive Body Butter, leaving the skin to feel fresh and glowing.
While relaxing in the Men and Women’s Relaxation Rooms during the holidays, guests can enjoy signature hot spiced holiday tea created by TeaSpa, a pomegranate and wine beverage and dark chocolate pomegranate truffles as our complimentary holiday gift during their spa visit. Spa reservations can be made by calling (800) 820-6800.
-A grand Thanksgiving celebration with traditional brunch featuring seasonal and classic offerings created by Executive Chef Jean-Pierre Dubray and his culinary team available from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. The feast is $85 for adults, $40 for children under 12 and $20 for children under five, excluding tax and gratuity. An acoustic guitarist performs throughout the day and a professional photographer is available to take family portraits and frame them from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. with price varying based on photo size and frame style.
-A three-course Thanksgiving Dinner menu with a variety of options is available from 4 to 10 p.m. for $90 per adult and $45 per child under 12, excluding tax and gratuity. The regular Tuscan menu is also available and Andrea Bar also offers a Happy Bar Crudo a la carte menu from 11 a.m. to midnight.
-A three-course menu created by Chef Tripp Mauldin with a variety of options is available from 11:30 am to 10 p.m. for $85 for adults, $40 for children under 12 and $20 for children under five with a special kids menu, excluding tax and gratuity. The regular menu also available and a pianist, bass player and singer perform live from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
-A three-course multi-generational menu is available through Room Service from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. A regular in-room dining menu also available.
-On Thanksgiving, a breakfast buffet is available from 7 to 11:30 a.m. for $32 for adults and $16 for children under 12. From noon to 10 p.m., a three-course menu with a variety of options created by Chef Chang Silivay is $80 for adults and $40 for children.
-A grand holiday celebration with seasonal and classic offerings created by Executive Chef Jean-Pierre Dubray and his culinary team available from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. The feast is $85 for adults, $40 for children under 12 and $20 for children under five, excluding tax and gratuity. Acoustic guitarist entertainment.
-On Christmas Eve, a three-course dinner with a variety of options is available from 3 to 10 p.m. for $90 per adult and $45 for children under 12, excluding tax and gratuity. A live acoustic guitarist will perform and a select menu featuring traditional holiday menu and regular items also available in Andrea Bar.
-On Christmas Day, a special three-course Christmas Day menu is available with a variety of special holiday offerings from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. for $90 for adults and $45 for children under 12, excluding tax and gratuity. A special menu available for children under five years of age and a limited regular Andrea menu.
-A three-course Christmas Eve Dinner with a variety of course options is available from 5 to 10 p.m. for $85 for adults, $40 for children under 12, excluding tax and gratuity. A special menu for children under five also available and a jazz trio will perform in the lounge from 6:30 to 10 pm.
-On Christmas Day, a three-course holiday menu features a variety of options for each course is available from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. for $85 per adult and $40 for children under 12, excluding tax and gratuity. Children under five are complimentary and a limited regular menu and special lounge menu are also available. A piano jazz duo will perform from noon to 8 p.m.
-A three-course dinner with a variety of course options is available from 5 to 10 p.m. for $80 per adult, $40 for children under 12, excluding tax and gratuity.
-On Christmas Day, a three-course holiday menu with a variety of course options is available from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. for $80 per adult and $40 for children under 12.
-Traditional Christmas fare from a special holiday is available a la carte menu through In-Room Dining in the comfort of a spacious bungalow from 5 to 10 p.m. The regular in-room dining menu is also available.
-On December 25, a special Christmas a la carte menu through In-Room Dining available from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
-A Togethering Christmas Feast is available a la carte served family-style in the guest’s personal Villa dining room. Available from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., champagne and wine pairings are also available, as well as the standard in-room dining menu.
-A New Year’s Eve Gala will be offered in Andrea featuring a four-course menu with multiple course choices with two seatings from 5 to 8 p.m. for $100 per person for 5 p.m. seating, or $140 per person for 8:30 p.m. to 1 a.m., both excluding beverages, tax and gratuity.
-On New Year’s Eve from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. we offer a regular lunch menu, a special Italian Happy Bar Crudo menu and a champagne menu for pairings. A four-piece dancing band and singer will perform from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. A balloon will drop at midnight to celebrate the New Year with a complimentary glass of Prosecco sparkling wine to toast.
-On New Year’s Day, a regular dinner menu is available from 5 to 8 p.m. and the Andrea Bar is also open.
-A three-course prix-fixe menu if offered from 5 to 10 p.m. for $80 per adult, $40 for children under 12, excluding tax and gratuity, and complimentary for kids under five. A standard dinner menu and a festive limited bar menu are available from 10 p.m. to midnight. Live entertainment with a DJ is provided from 7 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. and a complimentary glass of Prosecco sparkling wine to toast at midnight.
-On New Year’s Day, a traditional breakfast buffet is available from 7 to 11:30 a.m. for $32 per adult and $16 for children under 12. A special brunch menu with a variety of dish options is available from noon to 5 p.m. for $55 per adult, $30 per children under 12 and $20 for kids under five, excluding tax and gratuity. The regular dinner menu is available from 5 to 10 p.m. At the pool, the regular menu is available from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
-Chef Tripp Maudlin’s special four-course prix fixe menu with a choice of dishes is available from 5 to 10 p.m. for $120 per adult and $65 per child under age 12. Dancing and entertainment by a three-piece band and singer is offered from 7:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. A balloon drop will take place at midnight in the lounge with a complimentary glass of Prosecco sparkling wine.
-On New Year’s Day, a traditional brunch menu is available from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for $55 for adults and $27 for children under 12. A special New Year’s Day Football Bowl Games Menu offered in the Pelican Lounge from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.
-For overnight guests, a holiday a la carte menu is available in their spacious bungalow or Villa from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
-On New Year’s Day, a Champagne Breakfast-in-Bed is available in a bungalow or Villa, including a split bottle of Veuve Clicquot and a la carte menu options. The order must be placed the day prior.
For all dining reservations, please call (800) 820-6800.
The Resort at Pelican Hill is one of the world’s finest resorts blending the principles of Italy’s most renowned Renaissance architect with chic California casual elegance. Special features include 128 villas with an unparalleled array of appointments, immersing guests in the absolute finest of everything; 204 luxuriously appointed bungalow suites; a rejuvenating spa with a menu of the world’s most celebrated therapies; world-class restaurants including authentic Northern Italian cuisine in Andrea; an iconic Coliseum Pool, the largest circular pool anywhere with tiered decks and luxurious cabanas; and Pelican Hill Golf Club boasting two 18-hole courses by Tom Fazio with stunning ocean panoramas from nearly every hole. Set on a 504-acre site in Newport Beach that is one of the most serene and beautiful coastal settings in Southern California, The Resort at Pelican Hill captures the essence of an Italian seaside village, terraced on a verdant hillside in harmony with the natural environment.