Balboa Island Travel Guide
Newport Beach





Visit Balboa Island
Things to do

Newport Beach Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise

Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach

The Escape Game: 60-Minute Adventures at Irvine Spectrum

Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island
Top hotels in Balboa Island

Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel

Hilton Anaheim
"$50/day parking fee plus taxes was not clearly disclosed on the booking page for this hotel. Added $171 to our 3 day stay. The property is nice and a quality place, just be aware of deceptive price strategies."
Reviewed on 17 Sept 2026

Desert Palms Hotel & Suites
"They were really helpful They help me with the things that I needed They knew I had two cards and they help me with the parking I call two days before I knew I had to pay a fee But they help me with everything I will stay there again"
Reviewed on 17 Sept 2026

Motel 6 Anaheim Maingate

Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim
"Clean rooms and really spacious."
Reviewed on 16 Sept 2026

Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
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 Pelican Hill Golf Course.

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.


















