Balboa Island Travel Guide
Newport Beach





Visit Balboa Island
Things to do

Newport Beach Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise

Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach

The Escape Game: 60-Minute Adventures at Irvine Spectrum

Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island
Top hotels in Balboa Island

Hilton Anaheim
"The place is great just at the parking is very expensive. $50 a night a lot of money."
Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
"I really like this reasonably priced option for Disneyland trips. It is clean and maintained, has an on site store that sells grab and go food, wine, toiletries, and even swimsuits if you forgot yours. It is close to the park with a free shuttle. I just learned on this last trip that you can see ..."
Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim
"Excellent staff with front desk folks that go above and beyond to see you have a great stay. Breakfast choices were varied and changed daily. Just having an apartment like space made this a relaxing experience."
Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Hyatt Regency Orange County

Motel 6 Anaheim Maingate

Desert Palms Hotel & Suites
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 Peninsula Beaches.

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 Pelican Hill Golf Course.

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.


















