Balboa Peninsula Travel Guide
Newport Beach
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Balboa Pavilion
You can learn about the history of Newport Beach when you stop by Balboa Pavilion. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets or seek out its surfing spots.
The Wedge
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, The Wedge might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Newport Beach. Amble around the area's seaside or seek out the cycling trails.
Things to do
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island
Small-Group Best Beaches in Orange County Day Tour
Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach
Whale-Watching and Orange County Beaches Tour from Anaheim
Top hotels in Balboa Peninsula
Solarena
Friendly staff, clean room, great location
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Newport Beach Hotel, A Four Sisters Inn
The room was a little on the smaller side. However, the bathtub, location, and staff made up for it. There is not a very big parking lot and it’s first come, first serve. We showed up early and were able to get a spot. There also wasn’t a coffee maker in the room but there was coffee available ...
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel
Amazing Property, Friendly Staff, free rooftop patios to enjoy. Plenty of free parking. Café on site. Good quality coffee.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Lido House, Autograph Collection
Amazing!
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Dorymans Oceanfront Inn
Fabulous! Loved the feel, location fantastic. Checking in was a pleasure. Staff was excellent.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Little Inn By The Bay Newport Beach
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Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Balboa Peninsula
Balboa Island
Balboa Island is well liked for its beaches and waterfront. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Newport Dune and Balboa Beach are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
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.
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.
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 Heights
When in Newport Heights, you can plan a visit to Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Newport Dune, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
West Newport
While visiting West Newport, you might make a stop by sights like Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Mother’s Beach.
