Balboa Island 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.
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.
Crystal Cove Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Crystal Cove Beach during your trip to Newport Beach? While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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.
Corona del Mar State Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Corona del Mar State Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Newport Beach. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
Things to do
Dana Point Dolphin & Whale Watching With Underwater Viewing
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
Top hotels in Balboa Island
Hilton Anaheim
Beautiful hotel, we were there to celebrate our anniversary! We did have issue but it was solved by Ann Marie, we got upgraded to presidential suite ❤️ We are so thankful for the service.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
Great hotel for a great price! Nice and friendly staff. Good walking distance to the Disneyland. Breakfast was decent. The pools and hot tubs were a plus. We loved all of the cute character bushes by the pool. Beds were comfy. We will definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
Very helpful, got to check in early and got an upgrade.would have like to stay longer to try the amenities
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Hotel Huntington Beach
Air handling unit broke in the middle of night one. Requested repairs were unable to be completed. Was moved to another room for night too. First room was in really bad shape. Second room was much nicer.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Grand Legacy At the Park
I thought I got double queen beds but they upgraded three full beds for family of 5 (2 adults & 3kids). They have mini fridge, microwave, tv and air conditioning. Everything I needed was satisfactory! Kids were happy to sleep comfortably in the bed.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
The Westin Anaheim Resort
Wonderful stay! The beds were SO comfortable. Will definitely stay here again! Our view of DCA was amazing!
Reviewed on 11 May 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.
