Balboa Island Travel Guide
Newport Beach
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Popular places to visit
Fashion Island
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Fashion Island during your stay in Newport Beach. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and cosy cafes.
Newport Beach Pier
After visiting Newport Beach Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Newport Beach. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and shops.
Crystal Cove Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Crystal Cove Beach during your trip to Newport Beach? While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Balboa Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Balboa Beach during your travels in Newport Beach? Amble around the area's seaside or seek out the cycling trails.
Balboa Peninsula Beaches
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Balboa Peninsula Beaches during your trip to Newport Beach? Stroll along the seaside or seek out the cycling trails.
Newport Dune
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Newport Dune during your trip to Newport Beach? Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Dana Point Dolphin & Whale Watching With Underwater Viewing
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island
Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach
Small-Group Best Beaches in Orange County Day Tour
Top hotels in Balboa Island
Hilton Anaheim
"Clean rooms"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
"For the price it was amazing!"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim
"Rooms were spacious and accommodating for our large group. Pool was closed due to renovations, which was a bummer. There was no indication that it would be closed when we booked. The breakfast was decent."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Grand Legacy At the Park
"Great location!! Quick walk to the parks and close to restaurants. Nice room!"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Hyatt Regency Orange County
"I was quite surprised about paying fr parking g and shuttle not knowing that it was an option to take my vehicle o asked staff how do I get to Disney and was told I had to take the shuttle from there for 70 dollars for me and my family when we could have drived I was extremely misinformed."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
"Dirty, noisy and rude front desk staff. Parking is expensive and the ticket to get out doesn’t work."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Balboa Island
Balboa Peninsula
Travellers to Balboa Peninsula praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Balboa Beach and Balboa Fun Zone.
Newport Coast
Newport Coast is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Pelican Hill Golf Course and Crystal Cove State Park while in the area.
Corona del Mar
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Corona del Mar. You might want to make time for a stop at Corona del Mar State Beach or Little Corona Beach.
West Newport
While visiting West Newport, you might make a stop by sights like Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Lido Marina Village.
Lido Isle
While Lido Isle may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Balboa Beach and Mother’s Beach.
