Balboa Island Travel Guide
Newport Beach





Visit Balboa Island
Things to do

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

Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff
Top hotels in Balboa Island

Hilton Anaheim
"Everything was good and the staff was good too"
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
"Nice place to stay around Disneyland."
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim
"We have been staying here over the past 7-8 years ! We love it! Clean rooms very friendly and helpful staff. Love the breakfast and its hours . Highly recommended."
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

Grand Legacy At the Park
"Loved staying here. It was my son's birthday and they decorated the room and gave him a gift bag. Love that its right across from Disneyland. The pool was great."
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

Hyatt Regency Orange County
"Nice"
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
"Outdoor pool was great breakfast was good easy and fast I just didn't like check in time was 4pm and our room was not even ready was told we had to wait 30min after driving 6hrs this was not something we enjoyed to hear ."
Reviewed on 25 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.

















