Balboa Peninsula Travel Guide
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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: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island

Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach

Small-Group Best Beaches in Orange County Day Tour

Whale-Watching and Orange County Beaches Tour from Anaheim
Top hotels in Balboa Peninsula

Solarena
I stayed here about 2 years ago when it was under Sonder and we had a pretty positive experience! They advertise themselves appropriately so I knew we weren’t getting some snazz hotel by any means. Decided to go again this year because i know this is a great budget choice for the area. Location is ...
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Newport Beach Hotel, A Four Sisters Inn
Everything was great except the shower/tub combo in room 101. It’s dangerous to climb up & down steps to step down into or up out of the tub. Also, the shower head is way too low. Other than that, it’s a great place to visit Newport! We will be back!
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026

Little Inn By The Bay Newport Beach
Very professional staff
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026

Lido House, Autograph Collection
There is construction so just be aware, could not use our balcony
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

Balboa Inn, On the Beach
The staff were extremely friendly! Upon arriving I realized that I did not add our children and we ended up in a room that was too small. The staff immediately switched us to another room and accommodated our needs! We are extremely satisfied with the staff. We will definitely return!
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Dorymans Oceanfront Inn
My husband and I stayed for the weekend and stayed in room 6. It was absolutely beautiful, clean, and quiet. The service was outstanding and the ocean views are breathtaking.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 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.
