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.
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.
Hoag Hospital
If Hoag Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Newport Beach.
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.
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.
Things to do
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach
Dana Point Dolphin & Whale Watching With Underwater Viewing
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
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
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
We stayed here last minute and it was the best decision. Large clean rooms, clean amenities, lots to do, loved the Disney vibe, loved the little cafe, you can drink by the pool! Lovely bar and restaurant, great large shuttle bus service for the parks, staff were friendly, had the best stay. Would ...
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Hilton Anaheim
Motel 6 Anaheim Maingate
The lady who checked us in was very nice and welcoming but the room was okay. There was stains on the bed and also hair. That don’t provide room service so be prepared for that.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim
Was an awesome stay and will definitely be booking this property again!
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Anaheim Resort Suites
No complaints here...pool was like a mini water park for the kids and complimentary breakfast was great with everything included....will definitely be back.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Grand Legacy At the Park
Great hotel! Super clean and right by disney
Reviewed on 16 Mar 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.
