Never actually stayed here, only come for the Annual Police Appreciation Luncheon. The food isn't good at all.... So if I had a choice of staying at a hotel, it probably wouldn't be here, based on the food being blah. read more

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Professional fun classy!! All the amenities!! SET has a great breakfast burrito with tater tots!! read more

Very nice high end hotel at Fashion Island area with fine dining restaurant, meeting space, pool, coffee bar and lobby bar that turns into a party on the weekends. Suite with two patios was five star and suitable for entertaining with full bar, tables and couches. Bed was super comfy. Modern climate control. Two TVs. Big bathroom with shower only. Housekeeping is excellent. Valet is really expensive at ~$75 per day so I parked elsewhere. The vallet said no self parking but there are paid lots very close. Only ate once at the pool restaurant and it was ok. Visited the bar a couple times. It is very nice with interesting people watching. Service is slow as it gets crowded and only had a couple servers. Live music in the evening. People get dressed up and buy $$$$$ tables with bottle service. Not me :) I don't get the one and two star ratings. This is a five star hotel with a few gaps. Value is one of the gaps as it is Four Seasons pricey, for example drip coffee ~$8, glass of wine ~$25 and valet parking ~ $75, but without the Four Seasons service. Overall, I like the hotel and would stay again. read more

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NOISY! On Friday and Saturday nights the local clientele like to as the front desk put it "show off their cars" by revving their sports engines until 3am. We were on the 10th floor and it was ridiculous -- 3 hours of nascar. We left after two nights but were still charged $800+ for the 3rd night. On top of that, a tiny crowded pool, no bathtub, nowhere near the beach and you're basically in an industrial office complex. If you're looking for a lux getaway, this is NOT it. read more

Beautiful Bar, love the decor and ambiance. Very classy. Lots of seating available. They also serve food there too. Dress classy if you are coming here. read more

This update review is long overdue. My husband and I celebrated our 10-yr wedding anniversary in October of this year (2025) at the Pendry and it was another incredible experience. Since my last review, the experience continued to be superb! The service was stellar; everyone ready to assist and care for our needs quickly and thoroughly. We loved our room and the treats sent to make us feel extra special. We love this hotel so much that we made a day of utilizing the spa services and then lounging by the pool. It felt like a nice retreat away from home. Our couples massages were incredible and much needed. I'm a regular massage goer and the team and the Pendry are the best! The staff also gave my husband and I a gift bag of spa goodies that we were also able to use in our room. Everyone made our anniversary celebration so special and we can't wait to go back! read more

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Ridiculous cancellation policy. No refunds is the policy. Totally not industry standard and a very unwelcome piece of news when we had to cancel our reservation the day before our trip which we had to cancel due to a medical situation. My biggest regret is actually cancelling. I'm sure they'll take our money and double dip. Get over yourselves. read more

Great hotel: Looks like it was newly renovated, The hotel is beautiful, the food is really good, the rooms are perfect, one bedroom suite with 2 balconies, amazing views, very roomy and comfortable. Pool is nice, service is superb! 5 starts well deserved. read more

When in the OC- Favorite hotel to date Had a beautiful stay. They truly go all out with the VIP white glove service at this luxury hotel...literally from the moment you pull in. The room and views were gorgeous. The grounds were immaculately kept. The property was centrally located and in such a great area of Newport Beach...close to Fashion Island, Crystal Cove, Laguna Beach, Balboa Island to name a few...we took advantage of their complimentary car service (they allow you to drive one of their vehicles during your stay with a partnership with Cadillac- we chose the XT6). We also attended a banquet in their grand ballroom. Beautiful. All of the event staff were friendly, accommodating and professional. There are so many other amazing amenities that we didn't get to enjoy on our short trip (spa, restaurants, lounges, complimentary e-bikes etc) so we'll definitely be back just for that alone. Tip: We flew into SNA (which is less than 15min from the hotel) but LAX is only about 30min. read more

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Unfortunately, my first stay at a Pendry will likely also be my last. There were a few positives: the lobby's architecture and design felt modern and elegant, the staff member who checked us in was relaxed and friendly, and the pool area had an attractive, lush atmosphere. Beyond those points, however, the experience was deeply disappointing. One small but telling issue came at check-in. Check-in begins at 4:00 p.m., and we arrived around 5:00 p.m., but the welcome beverage included in the resort fee was already unavailable. When we asked about it later, we were told both that it was not offered in the evening and that it had been available when we checked in earlier. That response felt inconsistent and dismissive. The room was also disappointing. While the lobby felt thoughtfully designed, the room did not. To my eye, the design lacked refinement and seemed to be trying to project expense without achieving elegance. Much of that impression came from the furnishings, which did not feel especially high quality. The gap between the appearance of luxury and the actual quality was hard to ignore. Those observations are subjective, but the room never felt restful or luxurious to me. More concretely, the room lacked some basic conveniences I would have expected at this price point. There was no ice bucket in the room, and ice was only available by request. It took about half an hour to arrive, and the bucket they brought was too small to chill a bottle of champagne. The biggest issue was the hotel's nighttime atmosphere. After dark, the property felt much less like a hotel and much more like a nightlife destination. The scene had a distinctly edgy, late-night party vibe that I did not find comfortable, and I would not describe the hotel as family-friendly on that basis. In fact, I was relieved that my friend's children left soon after the evening crowd arrived. That atmosphere also came with a strong visible security presence. Given the tone of the property at night, I was actually relieved by the presence of security, but that in itself says something about the environment the hotel is cultivating. This is clearly a hotel with a specific nightlife-oriented identity, and potential guests should know that before booking. The noise made matters worse. My room was on the northwest side of the hotel, almost directly above the entrance, on the 20th floor. Even with the windows closed, I was awakened after midnight by honking, shouting, engines revving, and other noise from below. Perhaps rooms facing another direction are quieter, but in my room it was loud enough to significantly disrupt what I had hoped would be a good night's sleep. Service in the evening also felt more security-focused than hospitality-focused. Staff seemed primarily concerned with monitoring access rather than helping guests. The clearest example came when my friend's 8-year-old son was refused use of a bathroom, and no one directed him to an alternative. Thankfully, I had already explored the property enough to direct him to another restroom myself. That moment captured the broader problem with the hotel: too little hospitality, and too much emphasis on managing the scene it creates at night. Overall, this hotel may appeal to guests looking for a lively nightlife scene, but it was a very poor fit for me. Between the resort-fee issue at check-in, the disappointing room, the lack of basic conveniences, the loud and uncomfortable nighttime atmosphere, and the weak sense of hospitality, I would not stay here again. As a hotel, it did not deliver the comfort, service, or environment I expect at this price point. read more

There are some nice features about the hotel. The location is terrific located adjacent to Fashion Island and lots of dining options. The common areas and pool are all nicely appointed and well maintained. A few limiting factors are as follows- For such a nice hotel they only provide you a one square inch soap bar. If you prefer bar to liquid soap then you have to transfer this tiny soap from shower to sink and back. This tiny soap bar is ridiculous for two adults. So requesting more soap is a must. The electrical outlet in the bathroom is strangely placed. It's too far from the sink so using a Water Pik is impossible. The toilet paper is ultra thin and the really cheap kind. I would expect this quality in an inexpensive motel and not a fancier place like this one. There are not enough drawers for guests to store personal items and no drawers at night stands. Device charger ports are only on one side of the bed. The staff is attentive, however, and the service is good. read more

We loved our room, the fact the hotel is pet friendly, and how close it is to Fashion Island. However, we were woken up at 2am on our first night to a drunk man yelling for over an hour in the hallway. I'm surprised security didn't kick him out considering it was disrespectful and loud. Then on our last night (Wednesday) we were not forewarned that's when Pendry has their club night in the lobby and it was loud all the way up to the highest floor. Our stay wasn't as relaxing as we had hoped. I'm not sure I would return. read more

First time brunch at The Pendry. First class service with our server Brennan. Our brunch was delicious. They had a DJ outside with entertainers swirling flowers circling the table. Absolutely lovely. A great vibe and wonderful afternoon. Highly recommend! Reservations needed. read more

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We absolutely love this hotel. My best friend and I try to visit the Pendry Newport Beach every few months, and it never disappoints. From the food to the entertainment to the incredible staff, this place consistently makes every stay feel special. A huge shoutout to Jenny, the manager, who truly went above and beyond. She helped plan our girls' night, personalized our stay, and when we decided on a lazy pajama night in, she even sent board games up to our room. We are so thankful for Jenny! Thank you to Wolf and Joe in the restaurant/poolside. They were so attentive and made amazing coffee every morning. And Patricia, thank you for being so kind and helpful throughout our stay. These staff members made us feel really spoiled! We also loved the coffee cart and the house-made granola from the restaurant. When we checked out and mentioned how much I loved it, they surprised me by sending me home with a large cup of it. That level of care is rare, noticed and so appreciated. This hotel feels like a second home for us. We can't wait to come back! read more

Stefani provided one of the worst customer service experiences I've had. When my friend politely asked about the fish on the menu, Stefani responded with, "Girl, you've never tried sushi before or what?" in a rude and condescending tone. Instead of being helpful, she made us feel uncomfortable and embarrassed. Throughout our visit, she continued giving us strange looks and staring at our table, which made the atmosphere very awkward. Her attitude was unprofessional, disrespectful, and completely inappropriate for someone working in hospitality. Unfortunately, her behavior took away from what could have been an enjoyable dining experience. read more

I came here expecting a good time, but was immediately turned off by the security at the door. The guard was unnecessarily rude and dismissive for absolutely no reason. No explanation, no courtesy -- just attitude. I've been to plenty of bars and never dealt with staff this unprofessional. If that's the first impression they're giving guests, I can only imagine what's going on inside. Save your time and go to Whaler. read more

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Absolutely love this place! The service and staff is amazing. Everything is clean and pet friendly. Huge plus. The restaurants were great and the bar was super fun. read more

Pendry opened on October 4th, 2023. This is the former Fashion Island Hotel so they are inheriting what was. I still see this place needing some revamp as there are items in disarray and falling apart, at least on some of the 1st floor facilities but I can tell this is getting some type of makeover by some areas with fresh paint smell. This place definitely has some potential to be great and with the Pendry name, I think it's just a matter of time. Verdict - it would be cool to stay here someday. But for now, the bar area sufficed. Someday the resto and the hotel. But good impressions so far. Keep working to make this better Pendry folks! read more

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Very cute spot , drinks are very unique and the highlight of the night were the wagyu sliders, though the shrimp cocktail was very refreshing/fresh as well. Got the yuzu drink and the espresso martini and both were great . Only complaint would be the whole self seating situation it took us a while to get noticed and get an order taken but we did come on a busier night read more

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Please BEWARE with this hotel. Housekeeping stole $7500 necklace and purse from my room. Hotel does is not taking any accountability whatsoever. No one Was allowed to be in my room and housekeeping went inside without security present and removed my items from the room while I was in the pool. read more

since they did not take my and my friends complain seriously. the place is dead.dead.dead. we complain about smokers smoke in the back and the nasty smell flow back in to the restaurants. the chicken has blood, dry and no flavor. steak was so chewy. cold fries, take tooooo long to get ketchup and silverware, at night we ask them to close the door to stop cold wind air coming in and they let it open.all my favorite employees are gone read more

The hotel is a complete scam. All they wanna do is sell you bar products. They make it a pet friendly hotel yet you can't put a 2 inch can of dog food in the refrigerator because it's full of $10,000 worth of mini bar products if you touch it your bill will be charged $1000. They have signs about selling everything but they're not able to tell you that the items in the mini bar sensors so if you touch it with your finger, you will be charged. Secondly, the lighting system is set on one dimmer so that you can't leave a physical light on in the room. The room is pitch black and I fell down twice and injured myself because you can't see or physically turn on a light. The hotel is all about selling products and is a three star boutique Hotel definitely not a four seasons quality hotel. I would never stay here again. The reception doesn't even care to help you. Terrible Hotel group. read more

My word. Pendry Newport Beach takes luxury to a whole new level. This was the hotel of choice for a work event and I was blown away by the hospitality. The rooms were incredibly comfortable, clean, and luxurious. The food was outstanding too. I'm convinced that everyone who works at the Pendry has some kind of special training too because they LIVE their culture through every interaction. My stay was relaxing and comfortable. It sounds odd but I felt cared for by their entire team. Pendry is worth a visit and I would return. Accommodations were the best I've ever experienced!! read more

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My first time at Pendry Newport Beach, it was very nice! Pendry is my daughter's favorite hotel in Newport, we had a wonderful time celebrating her birthday! read more

I booked a staycation here two weeks ago for two nights. I stayed zero nights because of the most bat droppings crazy thing I've ever experienced at a hotel, let alone a "5 star" hotel. I checked in on a Saturday and after dropping off my stuff in my room I headed downstairs to the main bar for a drink. I didn't realize it but this is apparently the only place in Newport for all the local pretentious jerks hang out. I had one drink then headed over to The Elwood private club that I was given access to as part of my stay. Inside I was pleased to find a much mellower atmosphere. A live band was playing jazz. I sidled up to the corner of the bar with a direct view of the band. It was marvelous, I was by myself, having a drink, watching live music, minding my own GD business. It was an unfortunately fleeting setting. As I was watching the band, two early 20s couples walked in from the lounge area. One couple went off somewhere and of the couple left, I noticed the young man was extremely intoxicated. They were positioned between myself and the lounge/stage so I couldn't help but notice. The girlfriend wandered off somewhere and now the young guy was left just sort of standing there, wobbling in place. At this point this guy takes notice of me and I could tell, for whatever reason, he didn't like the cut of my jib and I became his project. He kind of sauntered over to me and then did this extremely weird overly fake slow motion stumble and then started touching my white kicks going, "ahhhh what's happening...I'm falling....a man sorry I touched your shoes. Those are some really nice shoes, so white." I just chuckled and said, "All good, bro." And continued drinking my drink, watching the band. The kid then decided to sidle up to the bar right next to me. I turned to the bartender and ordered another drink. As I'm standing there drinking my drink, this kid was just staring at me, not saying anything, just super weird energy of contempt. I ignored him and sipped my drink. Then, still staring at me says, "You're a effing b-word." (I am self-censoring the actual language). Well. Now he had my attention. I immediately confronted him and asked why he called me a "effing b-word" and he immediately denied it so I asked if he was calling the bartender (a female) a effing B or was it me, because he definitely called one of us a effing B. One thing that really stood out during this heated conversation was he was oddly at ease. I found out why very soon. The kid put his hand on me telling me to calm down, I removed his hand from me and firmly returned it to his personal space. At that moment security swooped in and IMMEDIATELY came in and positioned themselves in a manner like he was POTUS' son. The kid said that I "pushed him to the ground" which was a lie and the lead security guy took that as the whole story. I'm explaining the sequence of events to the security lead and I look at the bartender like, "hey, are you going to back me up?" but she was tight lipped yet I could tell she was very angry that she (it seemed) was not at liberty to speak, and the security lead had no desire to ask for her statement. In short, security told me that I could stay if I apologized to the kid, or I had to leave. I left, went upstairs, grabbed my stuff, and headed down to valet. As I was walking from the elevators to valet, I was met by the security lead who decided enough smack hadn't been talked to me, so he talked smack to me as I walked out. Luckily I live only an hour away so I wasn't forced to stay under such hostile conditions and I returned the next morning to cancel my second night and see what, if anything, was to be done to rectify the situation. Introduce, Austin. If you've read over some of the other negative reviews you will know this big pile of manure by now. Austin came out to talk to me and he had this air of "you are a complete waste of my time". Austin said he was briefed by security, that I was the bad actor, but that he hadn't yet reviewed the security footage and he would refund me for the first night if he determined otherwise. I laughed because I knew there was no way I was getting my money back no matter how clearly the video proved me right. Sure enough, it's been two weeks and I haven't received any communication from Austin and was not issued a refund. As for the room itself, it was okay, definitely not 5 star hotel quality. You can tell this was a reno of an old building. For example, there was only one sink in the bathroom which is on the smaller side. More problematic, though, is that the Corner Ocean View One Bedroom Suite description expressly states, "Located at the end of the hallways away from elevators." Imagine my surprise when my room was LITERALLY the first room next to the elevators just a few feet away and not at the end of the hallway. I was treated to a truly Orwellian explanation by the front desk staff that lacked any grounding in logic or reality and offered no adjustment. read more

Came to Pendry to grab a drink with a friend and never would have expected such amazing drinks and customer service. Christopher the bartender really sold me on it, he exceed my expectations by a mile. Ever since then I've been going at least 3 times a week for drinks and food. Highly recommend checking this place out read more

Go during the weekdays to enjoy an intimate dinning experience. The lamb lollipops are delicious appetizer!

I just wanted to say everything about this place is so awesome. I love the people here. I love the vibes. I think if you're a little bit more humble, this is probably not the place for you.-but if you do like privacy, very nice ambience and extremely classy people/come here, I really had a lot of fun. I'm in a lot of new people all having fun and enjoying my night with my girls. The only thing I would recommend is for the seating arrangements to be a little bit better. had an amazing time will definitely be coming back read more

Well what can I say that others don't know. It's amazing. The spa was fantastic and the worker heather was just amazing. She had a great attitude and made it all that much better. Stayed an extra night for the views and for the relaxation vibe of being there. High class and will be returning! read more

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Stayed here cause they offered ev charging complimentary with valet. Asked the valet to charge my ev overnight. Reminded them to make sure to charge it and by morning surprise they didnt charge my car. Never staying here again.... read more

I booked an ADA room has I have Parkinson's and use a walker. When I went into the bathroom and grabbed a handrail it broke right off the wall, causing me to fall. I had to crawl out of the bathroom to a chair. I called the front desk and they sent up 2 people in suits who had no idea how to fix it. Eventually a maintence man came and I asked to check the bars in the shower as well. They both broke off. This is a room for disabled people, we count on those bars. After 3 hours and it's now 11pm they told me they did not have all the right parts and it would be another 45 minutes. I was there because I had an 8am test with my doctor in the morning and needed to be rested. I just finally told them to leave. I was supposed to stay another night but I packed up and left in the morning . They never once offered me another room, something to drink or even to say they were sorry. I used American Express Fine Hotels and Resorts and their hotels are usually wonderful. A week later I received a call from a gentleman named Riley who was very rude and dismissive. I don't want this to happen to anyone else. So please be aware read more

My sweet husband booked a room for us for a mini staycation! We were attending an event at the Irvine Barclay theater and he decided to surprise me with a beautiful dinner at Fashion Island, a room at the beautiful Pendry Newport Beach and a concert! Yes, I'm a lucky girl. The Pendry was recently renovated and this luxurious upgrade was evident in all of the magnificent decor and appointments. We were warmly greeted at reception and welcomed to the Pendry. The cheery associate checked us in and graciously offered us their signature beverage (Green Tea, Orange Juice, and Sparking Water) which was delicious! She advised us that the welcome beverage could be taken to the bar and with the secret phrase she provided, the bartender could add a complimentary shot of whatever spirit we would like! How clever and generous is this! Once our checkin was complete, and our welcome beverage provided the associate came out from around the desk and walked us over to the elevators and pointed out the beautiful bar and restaurant. We made our way up to our room which was BEAUTIFUL. The room was spacious, modern, and meticulously appointed. The view was expansive and the ocean could still be spotted even with the clouds and rain! We got ready for our event and headed out for the night. After our concert (11pm) we made our way back to the hotel thinking we'd have nightcap in the bar before retiring to our room. This is were out visit started to unravel. As we turned into the driveway to the hotel we were met with a line of cars... many were Uber drivers dropping off people. As we sat in our car waiting for our turn to drop our vehicle at the valet we studied the people coming into the hotel and we wondered where they were going as it appeared to be a sort of "party crowd". Once we delivered our vehicle at the valet and we made our way into the lobby it was clear that the hotel is a night-spot by night. It was no longer the tranquil and upscale experience from earlier. There were lot's of people in the bar and in the sitting area, there was music playing, and a vibe that we would have probably appreciate 30 years ago. Given the tone at the bar we passed on the nightcap and made our way up to our room. Somewhere around 1am the constant sound of loud... very loud motors being started brought around to the valet commenced. And... the sounds continued from 1am-3am... one loud motor after the next for the next 2-hours. If you look at the photographs I took, our room was on the 11th floor directly above the entrance/valet. The sounds of those sports cars was unimaginably loud. Lastly, throughout the entire night there was a constant popping sound coming from above the headboard. We are assuming that the popping sounds was perhaps the backlighting on the headboard. Not sure if it was the lighting cooling down, or perhaps an electrical short... it was very disruptive and on a couple occasions startled us awake. So, there you have it. We woke up at 8am after 5-hours sleep and headed out to breakfast as the hotel does not open their restaurant for breakfast. It is important to add thought that the hotel does offer complimentary coffee and pastries in the lobby in the morning. My husband and I chuckled about our experience. The Pendry can be a 5-star hotel if it can eliminate/manage the party scene at night. Or, it can be the most beautiful and happening party scene in the OC but will sacrifice the discerning guest passing on staying here. My opinion is that the Pendry can't be both especially when the party scene is not a separate area away from the lobby, elevator, and hotel guests. Presently, the elevators do not require a room key for access. This is a problem for me because anyone who comes in off the street to party/drink can jump into an elevator and make their way around the hotel unsupervised. Not good. read more

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This review is for the bar only. We came to celebrate my birthday with a bunch of girls and heard that this was a happening spot. Came on a Friday night and it did not disappoint! Our waitress was super sweet and attentive!! The crowd is more upscale and despite it getting pretty packed later on in the night, we had a great time! Lots of great conversations and celebrations. Only thing missing is a dance floor! read more

Stayed two nights here. The property is beautiful. It is located across from Fashion Island which is a upscale mall. All of the employees were very welcoming. Friday night when we returned from Disneyland the bar was popping. Must be a local hotspot read more

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Stylish hotel with a pool, restaurant on-site, and spacious indoor/outdoor gym. Stayed here for a work offsite and it was an enjoyable stay. Valet is required; note that there is a way for you to order your car ahead of time so you don't have to wait in-person. The pool was larger than I expected and there is also a hot tub. The gym had theragun massage guns, provided recyclable ear phones, and also did have a water station. The room I stayed in was spacious and had a couch enclave that was cute. Some of my colleagues mentioned that they were unable to sleep due to the noise from the bar/restaurant, but I was fine on the 7th floor. I did find the mattress a bit too firm but otherwise the room was good. Toiletries are provided but they didn't smell as good as I hoped they would; also these come in large containers so you shouldn't take them out of your room unless you intend to purchase them. read more

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This is based on my hotel stay, doesn't include anything about the club or restaurants. First off, the place is beautiful. When we got there we got upgraded, perhaps because someone rented the entire hotel out for a wedding guest. But, omg a friggin upgrade for free? why not. The room had two giant tv's, a living room, dinning room, bar, kitchen with a fridge, two bathrooms and two showers. We had 3 balconies! The front desk was on top of it with recommendations for where to eat and drink. We had an issue with the tv and they sent engineering up right away with my boy MATTHEW! He had to have the cable provider do an update which would take some time but for our patience we got a nice bottle of champagne and some chocolate covered strawberries. When we first arrived we had a orange chocolate concoction with nuts and betties and cookie crumbles on the outside. We also hit the hotel spa and it was awesome. We did cbd oils with warm rocks and now we are totally beat up but it was relaxing. I checked out the fitness room and they had recyclable headphones. Everything was very well done. My only complaint is I didn't have enough money to tip everyone what they deserved. Fantastic stay! And I have stayed all over OC and San Diego. read more

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The hotel was clean but I have never experienced worse service at a luxury hotel. 10/10 of the interactions with staff were very poor, as if nobody cared to assist guests. The valet is mandatory and 70$ per night per car. Every time I went to get my car the valet seemed annoyed and did not have any urgency. All on site dining / bars made me get up to find the staff because nobody would come wait on us after being seated. Room service never came to clean my room all weekend, even though I called. I had to chase down the housekeeper for new towels. For the price, not worth it with such poor service. read more

We had dinner at the restaurant in the hotel it was surprisingly good Only we ordered and waited at least 40 minutes read more

Upscale, service was great. This is our second Pendry stay & always pleasant. Our weekend getaway was wonderful. We especially enjoyed the meal at Via Mara. read more

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We stay at the Pendry frequently and always look forward to coming back. The customer service is consistently excellent, and the rooms are incredibly comfortable. Every visit is a great experience, which is why it's always our go-to hotel. Customer service excels throughout the hotel in every interaction, and we love how clean and well-kept everything is! read more