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 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
"Perfect location, gorgeous property. Fun for adults and kids!"
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
"My check in and check out was very easy. Staff was able to answer all questions. It's an older hotel. My room was very clean. I appreciated how spacious the rooms were, a/c was easy to use, water temperature and pressure was great, and hotel's shuttle to and from the parks was easy to use. The bathrooms ..."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim
"First off the property is rundown and needs updating; foggy windows, dirty carpets and unkept landscape! Second the pool per the sign is being renovated which was not brought to our attention upon check in. Third, the property allowed guests to play basketball with loud music, yelling and screaming ..."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Grand Legacy At the Park
"I have stayed at this property several times and have always enjoyed it. The location is great, as are the pool and laundry facilities however my last trip was not as great. We stayed in the main tower for the first time in a"
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Hyatt Regency Orange County
"No complaints. Everything was clean and staff was friendly. Hoping to stay there again in July."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
"The room was very clean! We did have a problem with the air conditioner, once we let maintenance know they fixed it very quickly. The room is older but very well kept. The breakfast in the mornings was amazing! If there is anything negative to say, it is only that because it is an outside room we ..."
Reviewed on 24 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.
