Choosing a building at Marriott’s Newport Coast Villas can make a significant difference in your stay. The hillside resort has villa buildings numbered from the 1000 through 5100 series, and locations vary in ocean views, proximity to pools, elevator access, walking distance and noise. This building-by-building guide can help you decide which area to request. Building and villa requests are subject to availability and are not guaranteed.
See our Marriott Newport Villa Guide for detailed property descriptions with pictures, things to know, and things to do.
About the Villa Buildings
The sprawling hillside resort includes dozens of villa buildings ranging from two to four stories. Inspired by traditional Italian hill towns and villages, the buildings use balconies, roof overhangs and terraces to create a relaxed Mediterranean-style setting with stone finishes, sculpted plaster details and Spanish clay tile roofs.
Use the building map above for orientation, and compare it with Marriott’s current official resort map for the latest amenity names, accessible routes and resort layout.Most buildings have elevators and self-serve bellman luggage carts available. There is an ice machine in each building and an area to drop off trash.
Gas grills and patio areas are conveniently located throughout the property. The resort is designated smoke-free, with smoking permitted only in designated outdoor areas; guests should confirm the current policy with Marriott if needed.
Best Marriott Newport Coast Villas Buildings at a Glance
| If You Want… | Buildings or Areas to Consider |
|---|---|
| Strong ocean-view opportunities | 3800-4200 and 4400-4800, especially higher floors and ocean-facing villas |
| Close to the main pool and lobby | 2200-3600 |
| Close to Pacific Park | 2000-2100 and 3600-3900 |
| Close to Canyons Pool | 4000-5100 |
| Quieter, farther from the main activity | 4000-5100 |
| Convenient parking and main reception access | 3000-3200 |
| Golf course views | 1200-1900 and 4000-4200 |
These are general location guidelines based on the resort layout and our observations. Views can vary significantly by floor, villa orientation, landscaping and other obstructions.
How to Choose a Building at Newport Coast Villas
Building numbers range from 1000 to 5100. The buildings in the 1000s start closest to the Pacific Ocean and then ascend uphill with the 5000 buildings at the highest point.
Scenic Views
The resort is surrounded by the Newport coastline and overlooks the exclusive Pelican Hill Golf Course, the Pacific Ocean, and complete with views of Catalina Island.
As a general rule, buildings higher on the hillside and villas on upper floors tend to offer better opportunities for ocean views. However, the direction a villa faces, landscaping, rooftops and other obstructions can make a major difference. The property is flatter toward the Pacific Ocean in the 1000 series and becomes steeper around many of the 4000- and 5000-series buildings.
Floor Levels
Upper floors generally provide better opportunities for views and eliminate the possibility of noise from guests staying directly above your villa. Views still depend heavily on the building, villa orientation, trees and other obstructions.
Lower floors can make loading, unloading and getting in and out of the building easier. In buildings with elevators, upper floors may involve additional elevator wait time; in buildings without elevators, stairs are an important consideration. Check the individual building notes below for elevator information.
Guests with mobility or accessibility needs should consider both floor level and the building’s location on the hillside. Marriott identifies accessible routes and parking on its resort map; contact the resort directly about accessible accommodations and transportation for your specific needs.
Location, Location, Location
There is no best location or villa. It’s personal preference as each villa offers varying degrees of views, privacy, and location to preferred activities and environments.
The closer the villa is to the main building the closer you are to all the activities, food and drinks, and a more lively environment. Villas farther away offer more privacy, quieter pools, and unique things to do that the main building area doesn’t offer. For instance, the smaller pools offer better setups for large groups of families and friends to congregate. Tennis lovers may enjoy being situated right next to the tennis and pickleball courts and parents with small children may prefer the walk in pool and kids splash area.
Resort transportation may be available to help guests navigate the hillside property. Because shuttle procedures and availability can change, confirm current transportation options with the resort during your stay.
How Marriott Newport Coast Villa Numbers Work
Villa numbers can help you identify a villa’s location. For example, Villa 2025 is in Building 2000 on the second floor, Villa 5. This numbering pattern makes it easier to understand a villa’s general location when discussing a request with the resort.
Villa Building Notes
1000 Series – Lower Resort & Coast Pool
All 1000 buildings are 2-stories offering less of an opportunity for ocean views. They are situated along the fenced Pelican Hill Golf Course with tree hedges just inside the fence. Most of the 1200-1900 buildings have little or no views including resort trees blocking views since they are only two-stories.
The Coast Pool is the closest pool which has a walk in pool and a children’s water slide and splash pad area.
Starting from building 1000 and ascending the further away you are from the main building. Buildings 1600 to 1900 are not too far away from the main pool and building. To get to the main pool entrance there are two flights of stairs.
Villa Building 1000
2-stories, no elevator
The lower level will be more obstructed with the pool fence than overlook the pool. Trees may block views.
Villa Building 1100
2-stories, no elevator
The balcony also faces the Coast Pool. Trees and the pool fence may block views especially on the first floor.
Villa Building 1200
2-stories, no elevator
Views are mostly of the golf course through the trees. The ocean may be visible from some rooms.
Villa Building 1300
2-stories, no elevator
Views are mostly of the golf course through the trees. The ocean may be visible from some rooms.
Villa Building 1400
2-stories, no elevator
Views are mostly of the golf course through the trees. The ocean may be visible from some rooms.
Villa Building 1500
2-stories, no elevator
Villa Building 1600
2-stories, no elevator
Villa Building 1700
2-stories, no elevator
Villa Building 1800
2-stories, no elevator
Villa Building 1900
2-stories, no elevator
2000 series building are mentioned as good ocean views.
2000 Series – Central Resort & Pacific Park
Villa Building 2000
3-stories, elevator
Building 2000 is a short walk and two flights of stair to the main pool entrance. It is a one minute walk away from Pacific Park and all the sports activities there including the playground and sports court.
Villa Building 2100
3-stories, elevator
Building 2100 is one level higher than building 2000 and thus closer to the main pool and Pacific Park. The playground is directly behind the villas.
Villa Building 2200
4-stories, elevator
Building 2200 is very centrally located with one flight of stairs access to the main pool entrance. Lower level views are obstructed by trees and 1000 buildings.
Villa Building 2300
3-stories, elevator
Centrally located. Great ocean views but lower floor views may be partially obstructed.
Villa Building 2400
3-stories
This building is set above the other 2000-series buildings, and no stairs are needed to reach the main building area.
Villa Building 2500
3-stories, elevator
Beautiful ocean views but lower floor views may be partially obstructed.
Villa Building 2600
2-stories, no elevator
Great ocean views but lower floor views may be partially obstructed.
Villa Building 2700
4-stories, elevator
Great ocean views but lower floor views may be partially obstructed.
Villa Building 2800
4-stories, elevator
2800 is perched on a small hill which allows for scenic ocean views. There are no stairs to get to and from the main building.
Villa Building 2900
3-stories, elevator
The balconies face Newport Coast Drive with many trees directly in front of the balconies. Some end units on the southern side will have ocean views. Traffic from the street can be heard.
3000 Series – Main Lobby & Catalina Pool Area
Villa Building 3000
4-stories, elevator
Buildings 3000, 3100, or 3200 are above a parking garage and there are no villas on the first floor. There is easy access to the parking structure, elevators, and a short, no stairs walk to the main reception area, pools, and kids activity center.
Villa Building 3100
4-stories, elevator
Like Building 3000, this building is conveniently positioned near the parking structure and main resort area, with elevator access and good opportunities for ocean views from higher floors.
Villa Building 3200
4-stories, elevator
Like Building 3000, this building is conveniently positioned near the parking structure and main resort area, with elevator access and good opportunities for ocean views from higher floors.
Villa Building 3300
4-stories, elevator
Higher floors have partial views. This is a first floor view which through the trees is the hotel lobby entrance.
Villa Building 3400
3-stories, elevator
This building is behind building 3300 and the balconies face Newport Coast Drive. Traffic from the street can be heard.
Villa Building 3500
3-stories, elevator
See building 3300.
Villa Building 3600
3-stories, elevator
This is the main building and you can’t get any closer to the activity and amazing views overlooking the pools and Pacific Ocean. The villas do offer less privacy and more chances of noise because you are right above the main pool and lobby.
Villa Building 3700
3-stories, elevator
Villa Building 3800
4-stories, elevator
This building sits high above Pacific Park and offers strong opportunities for Pacific Ocean views. It also provides a relatively short walk to the main resort area without requiring stairs along the most direct route.
Villa Building 3900
4-stories, elevator
Similar setup to 3800.
4000 Series – Upper Resort, Golf & Ocean Views
Villa Building 4000
3-stories, elevator
4000 to 4200 offer unobstructed views of the Pelican Hill Golf Course, Catalina Island and the Pacific Ocean. It is short walk through Pacific Park to get to the main area or the Canyons pool and tennis and pickleball courts.
Villa Building 4100
4-stories, elevator
This building shares the strong golf course and ocean-view setting of Building 4000. Floor level, landscaping and villa orientation can still affect the view.
Villa Building 4200
2-stories, no elevator
This building shares the strong golf course and ocean-view setting of Building 4000. Floor level, landscaping and villa orientation can still affect the view.
*Note Building 4200 has no elevator.
Villa Building 4300
4-stories, elevator
As you go from building 4300 to 4700 the views improve for lower units. There is some rooftop and tree line obstruction for lower villas especially starting at 4300.
Villa Building 4400
4-stories, elevator
Building 4400 generally has fewer rooftop and tree-line obstructions than Building 4300, improving the opportunity for ocean views, though individual villas vary.
Villa Building 4500
4-stories, elevator
See 4300. Views are so clear there is a telescope to view the Crystal Cove State Park and the ocean.
Villa Building 4600
4-stories, elevator
Villa Building 4700
4-stories, elevator
This building has sweeping views of the ocean, golf course, and hillside homes. Some villas only face the hillside so no matter how high you are, you’ll still only have views of the hillside. A high corner villa might be one of the best villas with a view.
Villa Building 4800
3-stories, elevator
Villa Building 4900
4-stories, elevator
Building 4900 sits in the upper portion of the resort. Lower-floor ocean views can be partially obstructed, while higher floors generally provide better viewing opportunities.
5000 Series – Canyons Pool Area
Villa Building 5000
4-stories, elevator
Villa Building 5100
3-stories, elevator
Canyons Pool is right outside the building, with a smaller fitness center and tennis and pickleball courts nearby. This area is farther from the central Catalina Pool, main fitness center and Spa by the Sea, making it a better fit for guests who prioritize the Canyons amenities over the main resort activity.
Marriott Newport Coast Villas Building FAQ
What are the best buildings at Marriott Newport Coast Villas?
There is no single best building for every guest. Buildings in the 3800-4800 range generally offer strong ocean-view opportunities, while buildings closer to the main resort area can be better for guests who prioritize pools, activities and shorter walks.
Which buildings have the best ocean views?
Higher-floor, ocean-facing villas in many of the 3800-4200 and 4400-4800 buildings can provide excellent ocean views. The exact view depends on floor, orientation, trees, rooftops and other obstructions.
Can you request a specific building?
You can communicate building and location preferences to the resort, but requests are subject to availability and are not guaranteed.
Which buildings are closest to the main resort area?
The 2200-3600 area is generally convenient to the main resort facilities, although stairs, pathways and elevation vary by building.
Which buildings are near Canyons Pool?
The upper 4000- and 5000-series buildings are convenient to the Canyons side of the resort, with Building 5100 particularly close to Canyons Pool and nearby recreation.
Do all buildings have elevators?
No. Several lower-rise buildings do not have elevators. Check the individual building notes in this guide when stairs or accessibility are important considerations.