Fairmont Newport Beach - Reviews

Horrible family experience... – Posted Apr 5 2012

Horrible

We are not a picky family but this hotel made us mad! 1st: There is a manditory $28/perday parking fee. If you want to pick up your car at a busy part of the day you will have to wait in line. 2nd: Th

The grounds are nice, room OK ... – Posted Dec 21 2011

Okay

The grounds are nice, room OK but no mini bar which is unusual for a 4* Hotel.... more on MYTravelGuide

The hotel is awesome, however ... – Posted Nov 26 2011

Good

The hotel is awesome, however not a single friendly face amongst the reception or concierge crew! No warmth, no friendliness, matter of fact, not... more on MYTravelGuide

Beautifully appointed hotel... – Posted Nov 15 2011

Excellent

Beautifully appointed hotel with courteous staff and an elegant atmosphere.... more on MYTravelGuide

Did not like the fact that... – Posted Oct 18 2011

Good

Did not like the fact that there was no pool side bar and dining. I would expect this in a 4 star hotel with a pool.... more on MYTravelGuide

This was a lovely hotel... – Posted Sep 8 2011

Excellent

This was a lovely hotel especially for the price package I purchased. I had low expectations, since I know these kinds of things can be very... more on MYTravelGuide

It was a great hotel for the... – Posted Aug 30 2011

Excellent

It was a great hotel for the price.... more on MYTravelGuide

The valet left our keys... – Posted Aug 26 2011

Horrible

The valet left our keys inside our car which was parked out in the open parking lot, so anybody could have stolen it! On another night, the valet... more on MYTravelGuide

Hotel was nice for the price... – Posted Aug 26 2011

Mediocre

Hotel was nice for the price I payed. The slow service to fix my toilet upset me. I think the toilet was plugged up from previous stay and there was... more on MYTravelGuide

This hotel was an amazing... – Posted Aug 23 2011

Excellent

This hotel was an amazing value for my priceline bid. It was way beyond what I was expecting. We used the hot tub and open fire pit area. We had a ... more on MYTravelGuide

I went there for one night... – Posted Aug 9 2011

Horrible

I went there for one night with my husband, for my birthday and it was bad!! It started with the fact that they charge extra $28 a day for parking.... more on MYTravelGuide

Not impressed with hotel, to... – Posted Aug 5 2011

Mediocre

Not impressed with hotel, to many fees..Charge $14.95 a night for internet, charge daily for kids TV programming does not come free with their... more on MYTravelGuide

It was a nice hotel. The... – Posted Jul 31 2011

Good

It was a nice hotel. The staff was very kind and courteous.... more on MYTravelGuide

This hotel is a member of a... – Posted Jul 31 2011

Horrible

This hotel is a member of a chain that I would expected quality from. To my surprise the experience very much to the contrary. The hotel forces you... more on MYTravelGuide

All good except parking was... – Posted Jul 19 2011

Excellent

All good except parking was 28% of room rate.... more on MYTravelGuide

Good experience.... – Posted Jul 11 2011

Excellent

I'm not super wealthy, but I'm no stranger to 5 star accomodations either. We'll go budget sometimes, and go for luxury others. With that being said, I'll say that I was very happy with The Fairmont

I would not stay there again. ... – Posted Jun 24 2011

Excellent

I would not stay there again. There are so many more hotels with friendly people, even if you have a family.... more on MYTravelGuide

The staff gave out false... – Posted Jun 24 2011

Mediocre

The staff gave out false information. We were told that it was within walking distance to the beach, when confronted they just laughed and said they... more on MYTravelGuide

We had a great stay here, the ... – Posted Jun 14 2011

Excellent

We had a great stay here, the bar drinks were a bit pricey for the size, but were good. Staff was very nice and helpful. I can't wait to be able to... more on MYTravelGuide

Good location with plenty of... – Posted Jun 9 2011

Excellent

Good location with plenty of dining in area. About 15-20 minutes from beach. Biggest downside is valet parking at $30 per night is your only option... more on MYTravelGuide

Due to location being across... – Posted Jun 8 2011

Good

Due to location being across from airport and noise level, hotel deserves 3.5 stars not 4.... more on MYTravelGuide

It looked like a luxury hotel ... – Posted May 27 2011

Okay

It looked like a luxury hotel that has not been maintained. Too many things didn't work.... more on MYTravelGuide

Hotel is beautiful and very... – Posted Apr 21 2011

Excellent

Hotel is beautiful and very clean. Rooms are great and beds are extremely comfortable. I loved the pool and cabanas with TVs. Had a great time with... more on MYTravelGuide

The desk clerk let me know as ... – Posted Mar 15 2011

Good

The desk clerk let me know as soon as we checked in that only "king" was available. All that was available was double beds in smoking area. We took... more on MYTravelGuide

Overall experience was fine,... – Posted Oct 27 2010

Good

Overall experience was fine, did not like the 28 dollars a day valet nor the loud banging of doors in the am. Also hotel check-out on TV was not... more on MYTravelGuide

Got to the Fairmont at 3:30... – Posted Sep 23 2010

Good

Got to the Fairmont at 3:30 and the valet guy quickly took my keys and pointed me in the direction to go; he was super nice. I proceeded to the lobby ... more on MYTravelGuide

college grad UCI... – Posted Sep 13 2010

Horrible

no room cleaning for 3 days!! Manager only comp me for half of a nite! WON'T GO BACK! Very bad desert from the bar, bad attitude.... more on Travelocity

Not that Great... – Posted Sep 11 2010

Okay

We have stayed at other Fairmonts and this one was unimpressive in comparison.The shocker was an obligatory valet parking...that is all fine and good ... more on Travelocity

The front desk staff and... – Posted Aug 23 2010

Okay

The front desk staff and valet parking staff were excellent, friendly and helpful. the concierge - 2 of them, so its a communal concierge issue, were ... more on MYTravelGuide

My stay at the Fairmount... – Posted May 22 2010

Excellent

My visit to Newport beach was a wonderful trip.I really enjoyed it.My hotel was elegant and comfortable.Hotel employees were very cordial, caring and ... more on Travelocity

When we called to let the... – Posted Apr 12 2010

Excellent

When we called to let the hotel know we would be late and were driving, the front desk clerk said that was fine and asked us to drive safely.Every... more on MYTravelGuide

Great Hotel with a few... – Posted Apr 11 2010

Good

Found the hotel to be very comfortable but found a few surprises upon arrival to our room. Didn't realize there was a * dollar deposit if using a... more on Travelocity

Fairmont Newport Beach Nov 09... – Posted Nov 29 2009

Excellent

I enjoyed a very nice stay at the Fairmont.This was a business trip, but I stayed on through the weekend.The property is lovely, the rooms clean, and ... more on Travelocity

Decent location.Mandatory... – Posted Oct 6 2009

Good

Decent location.Mandatory valet is expensive.“The Fairmont is definitely not a four-star hotel. It feels completely outdated with cavernous low... more on MYTravelGuide

Amazing decor.$28 for valet... – Posted Oct 1 2009

Excellent

Amazing decor.$28 for valet parking.“Amazing! However, the parking was very disappointing. We spent one night there and paid $28 for parking.”... more on MYTravelGuide

The bed was great.This hotel... – Posted Sep 22 2009

Good

The bed was great.This hotel is not in Newport beach! They are kidding themselves and you with that distinction.“The hotel was very nice and... more on MYTravelGuide

I liked that they addressed... – Posted Aug 18 2009

Good

I liked that they addressed me as Mrs.Let down“The valet tricked me and said there was NO self-park. I realized there was self-park for $15, instead... more on MYTravelGuide

Nice lobby, employees dressed ... – Posted May 31 2009

Good

Nice lobby, employees dressed in uniforms, rooms were nice.Nor very family oriented, super small pool, $28 valet + tip, no poolside café too pricey... more on MYTravelGuide

The comfort of the room was... – Posted Apr 8 2009

Good

The comfort of the room was very relaxing.The house keeping staff smoked cigarettes in my bathroom!“When I first arrived the valet was very kind and... more on MYTravelGuide

Couple of surprises... – Posted Mar 14 2009

Good

Very nice hotel, well located although the entrance was a little difficult to see.Surprised to learn there was a $28/night valet parking charge (with ... more on Travelocity

Weloved the heated outdoor... – Posted Mar 12 2009

Excellent

Weloved the heated outdoor pool and poolside private cabanas. Despite being a chilly evening in the 50's our son was able to enjoy the pool.The... more on MYTravelGuide

Clean.Forced valet parking... – Posted Mar 11 2009

Good

Clean.Forced valet parking and hidden fee.“Great hotel! Did not like that I had to use valet parking and the extra per day fee for this.”... more on MYTravelGuide

Very nice hotel... – Posted Mar 5 2009

Excellent

Nice upscale hotel, liked their pool, jacuzzi and 24 hour gym that is nicer than most. Didn't have any meals there but would definitely recommend... more on Travelocity

Outstanding Service, Very... – Posted Feb 18 2009

Excellent

Outstanding Service, Very comfortable bedsValet-only parking at $28/night“A truly wonderful hotel. Staff were absolutely superb, always addressing... more on MYTravelGuide

Great room and value!... – Posted Jul 8 2008

Good

A true 4 stars hotel at 3 stars price! My wife and our kids have a wonderful weekend there. However, there is no self-parking option. They are 100%... more on Travelocity