Balboa Island Travel Guide
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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 top-notch restaurants.
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.
Balboa Pier
After visiting Balboa Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Newport Beach. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets or seek out its surfing spots.
Crystal Cove Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Crystal Cove Beach during your trip to Newport Beach? While in this romantic area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Corona del Mar State Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Corona del Mar State Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Newport Beach. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
Hoag Hospital
If Hoag Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Newport Beach.
Things to do
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
Dana Point Dolphin & Whale Watching With Underwater Viewing
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
Desert Palms Hotel & Suites
Everything was amazing
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim
My three children and I stayed in one of the bi-leveled lofts. We loved it! I was spacious and it had two full bathrooms. The only reason I didn’t give 5 stars for everything is because we had an issue with one of the toilets and it wasn’t handled in a timely manner like I was assured it would be. ...
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Hotel Huntington Beach
The hotel was dated looking like it hadn't been renovated in over a decade or two, and the pool was under maintenance for most our stay frustrating our daughter, but the room was clean and for the location the price was exceptionally good. We were visiting family in the area so we were at the hotel ...
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
Bathroom needs upgrading desperately. This is a nice hotel but do basic stuff to keep it looking fresh. Shower wouldn’t drain, cracks in molding, mirror discolored. Simple fixes to improve appearances.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
The Westin Anaheim Resort
This hotel is about a 10 minute walk from the parks. The room was clean and comfortable and the shower was great! The staff members were friendly and accommodating and there is access to late night dining which is nice when you come back late from Disneyland. Definitely would stay again.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Cambria Hotel & Suites Anaheim Resort Area
Room was great and spacious. Pool was nice after a long day at the parks. Breakfast buffet had lots of options.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Balboa Island
Beacon Bay
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Beacon Bay and surrounding area, you can visit Newport Dune and Balboa Beach.
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 Peninsula Beaches.
Mariners Mile
While Mariners Mile may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Newport Dune and Balboa Beach.
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.
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.
Newport Center
If you're spending some time in Newport Center, Fashion Island and Regal Edwards Big Newport are top sights worth seeing.
