
Pelican Hill
Best for travelers who want a spacious Southern California ocean-side resort, golf, and a Forbes Five-Star spa.
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Pelican Hill is a five-star Newport Coast resort centered on spacious Bungalows and Villas, championship golf, ocean views, and a Forbes Five-Star spa — read this if you want a beach-adjacent luxury resort with room to spread out. The Westin Anaheim Resort is an upscale Anaheim hotel steps from the Convention Center and within walking distance of Downtown Disney® District — read this if you want a theme-park–oriented, convention-friendly base near Disneyland.
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Best for travelers who want a spacious Southern California ocean-side resort, golf, and a Forbes Five-Star spa.

Best for travelers who want upscale, family-friendly lodging within walking distance of Disneyland Resort and Anaheim’s convention district.
When Pelican Hill wins: choose Pelican Hill for ocean views, villa-style accommodations, a large golf club, a Forbes Five-Star spa, and a resort layout that prioritizes space, beach access, and slow-paced leisure.
When The Westin Anaheim Resort wins: choose The Westin Anaheim Resort for proximity to Disneyland, an extensive meetings footprint (many meeting rooms), on-site restaurants, and practical amenities for convention or theme-park travel.
Bottom line: Pelican Hill is a coastal luxury resort for guests prioritizing ocean access, pools, golf and a high-end spa; The Westin Anaheim Resort is a practical, upscale Anaheim hotel for Disneyland, conventions, and family-focused convenience.
| Category | Pelican Hill | The Westin Anaheim Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Overall vibe | Resort-scale coastal luxury with villas, golf, and ocean-view dining | Upscale, convention- and theme-park–oriented hotel in central Anaheim |
| Location | Newport Coast / Newport Beach, near Crystal Cove State Park and beaches | Anaheim, within walking distance of Anaheim Convention Center and Downtown Disney® District |
| Size / rooms | 204 Bungalows + 128 Villas (multi-bedroom villa inventory) | 618 air-conditioned rooms |
| Ages / audience | All ages welcome; family programs and Camp Pelican for children 4–12 | All ages welcome; family-friendly and convention travelers |
| Pools / water | Three outdoor pools (Coliseum Pool, Bella Vista, Villa Pool) plus whirlpool; Coliseum cited as large circular pool | One outdoor pool and one hot tub; pool hours and guest access published |
| Restaurants & bars | Multiple on-site venues (Andrea, Pelican Grill, Coliseum Pool & Grill, Villa Clubhouse, Caffè 2, Bungalow Caffè) | Four restaurants, a coffee shop/café, bar/lounge and poolside bar; 24-hour room service |
| Spa & wellness | The Spa at Pelican Hill — Forbes Five-Star spa with Roman-inspired Acqua Colonnade and 18+ access for spa services | 24-hour health club and fitness facilities; spa not published in supplier listing |
| Meetings & events | Extensive wedding and event venues across outdoor lawns and ballrooms (multiple large-capacity event spaces) | 23 meeting rooms and a 24-hour business center for conventions and events |
| Parking & transport | Complimentary valet parking for Resort guests; complimentary beach shuttle to Crystal Cove | Covered self parking (surcharge) and valet parking (surcharge); preferred airport SNA |
| Known for | Ocean views, villas, golf club and a high-end spa | Walkable access to Disneyland Resort and Anaheim Convention Center |
Pelican Hill sits on 504 coastal acres above Crystal Cove State Park, close to Newport Beach beaches and local harbor activities.
Choose Pelican Hill when you want a seaside resort near Newport Beach beaches and coastal excursions.
The Westin Anaheim Resort sits on W Katella Avenue in central Anaheim within walking distance of the Anaheim Convention Center and Downtown Disney® District.
Choose The Westin for short walks to Disneyland and easy access to Anaheim’s convention and entertainment district.
Pelican Hill offers bungalow guest rooms and multi-bedroom Villas with private terraces and villa-specific amenities.
Pick Pelican Hill if you need multi-bedroom villa space, private terraces, or villa amenities for groups/families.
The Westin Anaheim Resort offers a large inventory of standard guest rooms and studios in multiple accessible configurations.
Pick The Westin for a wide selection of accessible, family-friendly room types close to Disneyland.
Pelican Hill’s on-site restaurants emphasize Italian-inspired and Southern California coastal menus alongside cafés and poolside service.
Choose Pelican Hill for ocean-view and golf-course dining with café and poolside options.
The Westin Anaheim Resort has multiple dining outlets, in-room dining and a coffee shop for convenient meals before or after the parks.
Choose The Westin for convenient on-site dining and quick access to Downtown Disney® and Anaheim restaurants.
Pelican Hill features multiple resort pools and poolside dining, plus a complimentary beach shuttle to Crystal Cove.
Choose Pelican Hill for multiple pool options and included beach access.
The Westin Anaheim Resort provides an outdoor pool and hot tub as part of its guest amenities.
Choose The Westin for a practical hotel pool while you spend most days at Disneyland or Anaheim venues.
Pelican Hill prioritizes wellness with a Forbes Five-Star spa, fitness classes and extensive golf facilities.
Choose Pelican Hill for a dedicated luxury spa, fitness programming and golf-focused recreation.
The Westin Anaheim Resort emphasizes practical fitness options and meeting-focused services for business and event travelers.
Choose The Westin if fitness and business/meeting support close to Anaheim venues is a priority.

Pelican Hill — direct seaside setting, complimentary beach shuttle to Crystal Cove and ocean-view dining.

The Westin Anaheim Resort — within walking distance of Downtown Disney® District and close to Disneyland Resort.

Pelican Hill — The Spa at Pelican Hill holds a Forbes Five‑Star rating and offers Roman-inspired facilities and treatments.

The Westin Anaheim Resort — 23 meeting rooms, a 24-hour business center, and on-site event facilities for conventions.
The Westin Anaheim Resort — it’s within walking distance of Downtown Disney® and Disneyland Resort and offers many family-friendly room types and accessible rooms.
Pelican Hill — it offers a Forbes Five-Star spa, golf facilities, ocean views and villa/bungalow accommodations suited to a relaxed resort stay.
Pelican Hill: Villa reservations include breakfast at the Villa Clubhouse for villa occupants; otherwise breakfast is not universally included. The Westin: continental breakfast is available for a fee.
Yes. Pelican Hill and The Westin Anaheim Resort welcome guests of all ages and offer family-oriented services; Pelican Hill additionally runs Camp Pelican for children ages 4–12.
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