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Menu: About the Cottages | Reservations & Check-in/Check-out
Accommodations & Amenities | Policies & Regulations

ABOUT CRYSTAL COVE BEACH COTTAGES

Getting Here: Crystal Cove Beach Cottages are located on the ocean side of Pacific Coast Highway in Newport Beach, California. When driving southbound on Pacific Coast Highway from Corona del Mar and points north, the entrance to the Historic District of Crystal Cove State Park is located at the Los Trancos cross street, which is the first traffic light south of Newport Coast Drive. Turn right at Los Trancos to enter the park. If driving northbound on Pacific Coast Highway from Laguna Beach and points south, Los Trancos is the first traffic light after Crystal Heights Drive. Turn left at Los Trancos to enter the park. Proceed to the guard station for directions to the registration office. For those who would like to use an internet map service, search for Crystal Cove in Newport Coast, CA.

Office Hours: 7:00 am to 10:00 pm everyday.

Weather: Crystal Cove Beach Cottages are located in a generally mild sunny climatic zone. However, they are directly on the Pacific Ocean and subject to rapid changes in weather. Also, guests should note that most cottages, due to their historic nature, are built with single-wall construction. Guests should bring appropriate clothing and footwear to ensure that their stay is pleasant no matter what the weather conditions are. There will be no refunds given due to inclement weather.

 

RESERVATIONS & CHECK-IN/CHECK-OUT

Check-In & Check-Out: Check-In is anytime after 4:00 pm until 9:00 pm. Check-Out is anytime prior to 11am. Late Check-Outs are not allowed and strictly monitored.

Deposits: Reservation of a unit requires that 100% of the rental fees be paid in advance through ReserveAmerica. Upon arrival, guests shall be required to issue a credit card, for authorization [not a charge], serving as a security deposit for keys and linens issued. Upon check–out, the full deposit amount will be refunded provided that all items are returned. Failure to return any item will result in forfeiture of the entire $50.

Number of People in Each Unit: The base price per night for each cottage or room is based on a maximum number of people for that rate. Most cottages and rooms will hold additional people. This system of pricing provides maximum affordability for our guests. The person named on the reservation must be present and must provide valid identification at time of check-in. He or she must list the number of adults and children staying in the unit. If the number of people exceeds the number listed on the reservation, an additional charge per person up to the maximum number of people allowed in that unit will be due at the time of check-in. All guests 4 years old and older will be counted as chargeable guests. Any party that falsely represents the total number of guests or exceeds maximum interior or exterior occupancy loads in any unit may be subject to immediate eviction without refund. Occupancy limits will be strictly enforced.

 

ACCOMMODATIONS & AMENITIES

Accommodations: Each cottage and room at Crystal Cove Beach Cottages is unique, so there is no such thing as a “typical” cottage or room. Please choose accommodations carefully since we will not be able to accommodate requests to change to another unit as there are a very limited number of cottages and rooms.

All of the cottages are unique in that they are part of the National Historic Register and have been carefully restored with modern electricity, plumbing, and safety features, while at the same time preserving every original detail possible. The cottages and rooms have been decorated with period colors and furnishings to preserve Crystal Cove’s unique historical ambiance.

Beach Towels, Chairs, and Umbrellas: No beach towels will be furnished. We suggest that guests bring their own beach towels. Towels, chairs and umbrellas will be available during the summer months on the beach for a fee.


Cribs and Highchairs: A limited number of cribs and high chairs are available. Advance notice is required to guarantee that the items requested will be available.

Food Service: There are two food service facilities on site. The Shake Shack is open from morning till dusk and serves a great selection of take-out foods and features an outdoor deck with a beautiful view of the Historic District and beach area. The Beachcomber Café is located right on the beach and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner inside or outside on the deck. The Beachcomber has a take-out window for those who wish to eat on the beach or at their cottage. The Beachcomber is also licensed to serve alcohol and is expected to be a very popular spot during the day and evening. There are several options for groceries and supplies within three miles for guests who prefer to provide some or all of their own meals.

Housekeeping and Maid Service: Housekeeping and maid service is limited as follows:

For full cottages, beds will be made upon arrival and towels and soap will be placed in bathrooms. No daily services will be provided except for trash removal. After 4 days, towels will be replaced upon request.

For rooms, linens and towels will be furnished in all ‘dorm-style rooms' upon arrival. It will be the responsibility of guests to make their own beds. Towels will not be replaced.

Laundry: There are no laundry facilities on the premises. We suggest that guests bring sufficient apparel for the duration of their stay.

What’s Provided: Every cottage is equipped with a refrigerator and a microwave. In addition, ADA~ accessible units include a small electric cook top. Disposable plates and utensils and all necessary linens and towels are provided as well.

 

 

POLICIES & REGULATIONS

Damages: Guests will be responsible for repair or replacement of damaged or destroyed property caused during their stay.

General Regulations: General Park Policies and Regulations: All laws, including State of California Parks Rules Regulations, shall be strictly enforced.

In general, OPEN FLAMES are PROHIBITED in the CRYSTAL COVE HISTORIC DISTRICT. Including smoking, charcoal/wood burning barbeques, campfires, candles, incense, tiki torches and other open flames. Self-contained gas canister type BBQ's are permitted on the beach at approved exterior locations of cottages exterior only.

Smoking is prohibited in all cottages – violations will be charged a damage fee of $250.; and, dorm~style rooms $100. Alcohol, drugs is/are prohibited in all dorm-style cottage areas. State of California Parks and Recreation Officers enforces zero tolerance on alcohol.  

We recommend you close and lock windows/doors when not occupying your cottage. We do not have safe deposit boxes and Crystal Cove Beach Cottages is not responsible for your belongings.

Lost and Found: We will make every effort to locate and return lost items, but we cannot be held responsible for lost items that we are unable to locate.

Maintenance and Refunds: We will make every effort to ensure that all appliances are in good operating condition and we request that guests report any problems as soon as they are discovered. Our maintenance staff will make every effort to correct any problems. However, we cannot guarantee that any item can be immediately repaired. Refunds will not be made for inconvenience caused by mechanical failure of appliances.

Registration and Parking:

No guest vehicles may be parked in the Historic District, except those with ADA

Disabled placards. Upon arrival, guest will be directed to a ‘Check-In/Check-Out Temporary Parking' area adjacent to the registration office. At registration, courtesy transportation will be provided for guests and luggage to their cottage. After personal belongings are unloaded, the driver of the guests' vehicle will be transported back to the vehicle for parking across Pacific Coast Highway in the Los Trancos Parking lot.

The parking lot is a delightful approximate seven(7) minute walk from the cottages; access either by the tunnel under Pacific Coast Highway or @ the Los Trancos/PCH traffic signal.

Note: The Check-Out procedure is the ‘reverse' of this process; and this courtesy transportation will be provided only at Check-In/Check-Out.

A shuttle, operated by the Beachcomer Café, is available to patrons, no charge; and, for guests and the general public for a $1.00 fee, from the Los Trancos Parking lot to the ‘Drop-Off/Pick-Up' area in the Historic District. Each registration includes Guest parking for two(2) vehicles. Guest should also note that entry to the Los Trancos Parking lot closes from 10:00 pm to 6 am, with vehicle entry prohibited during this time period.


Pets: No pets are allowed with the exception of certified service dogs.
Quiet Time: 10:00 pm to 8:00 am. Please respect these hours so that all guests can enjoy their stay.

Substitution of Unit: We reserve the right to substitute a comparable accommodation without notice or liability should a reserved unit be out of order.
Visitors: Non-registered guests and visitors must vacate park property, including
cottages, between 10:00 pm and 6:00 am daily.


Please note that violation of any of the below mentioned rules and regulations may result in forfeiture of payment and ejection
from the premises.

 
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