Balboa Island 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.
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
The room was clean. The staff is very helpful.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
I loved this place. It was a great walking distance from Downtown Disney and the beds were pretty comfy. The shower was also nice and the room was pretty spacious.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
The front desk were super friendly and accommodating. My kids and I love coming here!
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Desert Palms Hotel & Suites
Itzal at the front desk was friendly and helpful. Arrived early and fortunately they made our room available to us. Took advantage of the daily breakfast. Also ordered from the Oasis Kitchen. Room was clean, great water pressure in shower.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Grand Legacy At the Park
Sink in room was clogged, air conditioner stopped and made weird noises, had first room on bottom floor so everyone walked by and it was noisy. No privacy where room was located (if you wanted to open drapes for light). Had to get up early to see if we could park in the parking lot (why wouldn’t ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Kings Inn Anaheim at the Park & Convention Center
AC worked fine. the curtain over it kept being blown out, and I had to prop an item in front to allow air to flow
Reviewed on 8 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.
