Balboa Peninsula Travel Guide
Newport Beach





Visit Balboa Peninsula
Stay near popular Balboa Peninsula attractions
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 Peninsula

Hotel Solarena Newport Beach, a Dazzler Select by Wyndham

Balboa Inn, On the Beach
"There were some flies in the room and smelled pesticides. Carpets were looked dirty. Air conditioners were beeped middle of the night to wake us up. It was a good location but we can’t recommend here."
Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Dorymans Oceanfront Inn
"Loved out stay here"
Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel

Lido House, Autograph Collection

Newport Channel Inn - Near Huntington State Beach
Where to stay in Balboa Peninsula

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.

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.

























