Balboa Peninsula Travel Guide

Newport Beach

An aerial view of a coastal city with a long pier extending into the ocean, a sandy beach, and a dense urban area with buildings and a marina filled with boats.
A beach with a pier extending into the ocean, a boat on the shore, and people walking along the beach.
A pier extending into the ocean at sunset with calm waves and a clear sky.
A beach with a lifeguard tower, a sandy shore, calm water, and a distant pier.
A beach with waves crashing onto the shore under a dramatic sunset sky.

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An aerial view of a coastal city with a long pier extending into the ocean, a sandy beach, and a dense urban area with buildings and a marina filled with boats.

Newport Beach Pier

9.2/10 (1,400 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

฿1,100
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

฿2,491
per adult
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
Relaxing Sunset Cruise in Newport Beach

Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach

฿835
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach
Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island

Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island

฿1,569
per adult
Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island
Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff

Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff

฿1,958
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff
The Heist

The Escape Game at Irvine Spectrum Center

฿1,569
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Escape Game at Irvine Spectrum Center
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Top hotels in Balboa Peninsula

Hotel Solarena Newport Beach, a Dazzler Select by Wyndham

Hotel Solarena Newport Beach, a Dazzler Select by Wyndham

2 out of 5
6208 West Coast Highway Newport Beach CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,704 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
฿3,704
฿4,074 total
24 Nov - 25 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Newport Beach. Enjoy parking (surcharge), concierge services and satellite TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Hotel Solarena Newport Beach, a Dazzler Select by Wyndham
Balboa Inn, On the Beach

Balboa Inn, On the Beach

3 out of 5
105 Main St Newport Beach CA
The price is ฿8,635 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
฿8,635
฿10,512 total
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Newport Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Balboa Inn, On the Beach
Dorymans Oceanfront Inn

Dorymans Oceanfront Inn

3.5 out of 5
2102 West Oceanfront Newport Beach CA
The price is ฿7,572 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
฿7,572
฿8,329 total
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach B&B in Newport Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 7 beach bars. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
Dorymans Oceanfront Inn
Newport Channel Inn - Near Huntington State Beach

Newport Channel Inn - Near Huntington State Beach

2 out of 5
Newport Beach CA
The price is ฿4,018 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿4,018
฿4,427 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Newport Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"The room was clean. Clean bedding and bathroom essentials. Check in and parking was easy and the staff was nice & helpful. Some challenges with the mini split a/c remote control,"

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2026

Newport Channel Inn - Near Huntington State Beach
Lido House, Autograph Collection

Lido House, Autograph Collection

4.5 out of 5
3300 Newport Boulevard Newport Beach CA
The price is ฿12,126 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
฿12,126
฿15,845 total
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Newport Beach. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Lido House, Autograph Collection
Little Inn By The Bay Newport Beach

Little Inn By The Bay Newport Beach

2 out of 5
2627 Newport Blvd Newport Beach CA
The price is ฿5,887 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿5,887
฿6,476 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Newport Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 10 beach bars and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Little Inn By The Bay Newport Beach
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Where to stay in Balboa Peninsula

Find the best Balboa Peninsula areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A river with boats, a dock, and buildings along the shore.

Balboa Island

Balboa Island is well liked for its beaches and waterfront. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Balboa Fun Zone and Newport Dune are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

A wooden pier extending into the ocean with people walking along it.

West Newport

While visiting West Newport, you might make a stop by sights like Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Lido Marina Village.

A coastal sunset with a cityscape in the background.

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.

A coastal cityscape with a beach, ocean, and residential buildings during sunset.

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.

An aerial view of a coastal city with a marina, residential areas, and a bridge.

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.

Balboa Peninsula Travel Guide