Crystal Cove Beach Cottages
35 Crystal Cove, Newport Beach, CA 92657, United States
Overview
Located just off the Pacific Coast Highway, Crystal Cove Beach is a picturesque escape with 24 historically significant cottages available for rent to the public. Nearby amenities include the Beachcomber Café and the 12.3-acre Crystal Cove Historic District. The cottages are open all year, and guests can choose between renting an entire cottage or staying in a dorm-style room. Units can accommodate between 3 and 9 guests based on the size and floor plan. Cottages include a microwave and refrigerator, and ADA-accessible cottages also have an electric cooktop. No pets are allowed in the cottages or on the beach.
Best Campsites at Crystal Cove Beach Cottages
Below are Power Camper’s recommended sites if you want to have the best experience at Crystal Cove Beach Cottages.
Sites #19A, #32, #37: Best for Large Groups
- #19A and #37 sleep 8 guests, and #32 sleeps 9
- #19A has one covered and three open-air decks.
- #32 has views of both the ocean and Los Trancos Creek.
- #37 is the last in the row for extra privacy.
- There’s no parking allowed, but a shuttle is provided.
Sites #19B, #40: Best for Small Groups
- #40 sleeps 3 guests and #19B
- #19B features an open floor plan but lacks a separate bedroom.
- #40 has an impressive deck with seating and offers quick access to the Educational Commons.
Unique Experiences
- Head down the beach to see four stunning tidepool areas teeming with wildlife and natural beauty.
- Visit the Bootlegger Bar at the Beachcomber Café for a cold drink, or stop by the Shake Shack for a decadent oceanside treat.
- Explore the incredible vistas, bluffs, and woodlands of Crystal Cove State Park on over 18 miles of hiking trails.
- Stop at the park store to browse ocean-themed jewelry, souvenirs, and work by local artists.
- Volunteer on Stewardship Saturdays to help preserve Crystal Cove and learn more about the park’s intriguing past as a historic colony.
Crystal Cove Beach Cottages Campground Rules
Max people per cottage
9Fires allowed?
Only in designated fire ringsCrystal Cove Beach Cottages Reservation Information
Reservations Allowed?
Reservations Required?
YesTo reserve a cottage, guests can use the Reserve California website at www.reservecalifornia.com or call 800-444-7275. Pictures and descriptions of each unit are also available at https://crystalcove.org/beachcottages/cottages/. Proof of disability is required to reserve an ADA-accessible site.
Reservation ranges:
- $41–$121 for dorm-style private rooms
- $80 for the single ADA-accessible private room
- $204–$288 for individual cottages
- $245 for ADA-accessible cottages
Ensure you have the following information to make a reservation:
- Park selections
- Date you wish to start camping
- Type and size of camping equipment
- Number of people that will occupy the campsite
- Number of nights you wish to camp
- Alternative park and camping date choices
- Your phone number and area code
- Method of payment/Credit card number and expiration date
- Mailing address
Group Camping Reservations
Group cottage reservations can be made on the Reserve California website at www.reservecalifornia.com or by calling 800-444-7275. Small cottages sleep 3–4 guests, and larger cottages can accommodate up to 9 people. Reservations begin at $204 for smaller cottages and extend up to $288 for larger ones.
Campsite Reservation Cancellations
Guests who cancel within 6 days of arrival will be charged the cost of the first night. There is also a $7.99 cancellation fee per reservation. Cancellations can be made on the Reserve California website at www.reservecalifornia.com or by calling 800-444-7275.
Crystal Cove Beach Cottages Campground Cost
Dorm-style private rooms
$41–$121Single ADA-accessible private room
$80Individual cottages
$204–$288ADA-accessible cottages
$245Activities
Fishing
Swimming
Surfing / Windsurfing
Photography
Whale Watching
Canoeing / Kayaking
Amenities
RV/Trailers
Hookups
Pull Through Spots
Pet Friendly
ADA Sites
Showers
Trash
Wifi
Picnic Tables
Campfire Rings
Cell Service
Directions
FAQs
Nearby Campgrounds to Crystal Cove Beach Cottages
The main difference between the Crystal Cove beach cottages and camping at other locations is that the cottages are enclosed structures instead of open camping sites in a shared area. Some of the following locations also allow dogs in various parts of the park or have group camp sites available for much larger groups.
Crystal Cove Moro Campground
Unlike the cottages, Moro Campground can accommodate RVs, trailers, and tents. Up to three vehicles can park at each site, while cottage guests in non-ADA units must park in the lot and use the shuttle.
Restrooms and showers are shared compared to private accommodations in the cottages. The largest cottage can sleep 9 people, and Moro Campground has a maximum of 8.
Doheny State Beach
Doheny State Beach has a group camping site that can accommodate up to 40 guests. There are no hookups or private amenities. Pets are allowed in non-beach areas as long as they’re on a leash no longer than 6 feet. Each site has a maximum of 8 guests compared to 9 at the largest beach cottage.
San Clemente State Beach
San Clemente offers two group sites for up to 50 guests each. Hookups are available for private amenities. At $65 per night for full hookups, the cost is cheaper than a cottage but without the same views, space, and outdoor seating areas. Pets are allowed in camp but not on the beach itself.
Bolsa Chica State Beach
Bolsa Chica has a maximum of 8 guests per site. This location has more amenities directly by the beach, such as equipment rentals, snack bars, surfing, and fishing. Dogs are allowed on a leash at campsites only.
