Balboa Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Activities

Relaxing Sunset Cruise in Newport Beach

Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach

NZ$44
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

NZ$82
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

NZ$102
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

NZ$58
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

NZ$158
per adult
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop in Tustin

Tustin: Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop

NZ$156
per adult
Tustin: Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop
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Our pick of the best Balboa Island Hotel Deals

Hilton Anaheim

Hilton Anaheim

4 out of 5
777 W Convention Way Anaheim CA
The price is NZ$311 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
NZ$311
31 Oct - 1 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy 4 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,808 reviews)
"Clean room, nice staff"

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2026

Hilton Anaheim
Desert Palms Hotel & Suites

Desert Palms Hotel & Suites

3 out of 5
631 W Katella Ave Anaheim CA
The price is NZ$333 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
NZ$333
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,763 reviews)
"Convenient to Disneyland"

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2026

Desert Palms Hotel & Suites
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel

Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel

3.5 out of 5
900 S Disneyland Dr Anaheim CA
The price is NZ$352 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
NZ$352
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn

Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn

2.5 out of 5
1110 W Katella Ave Anaheim CA
The price is NZ$332 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
NZ$332
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,051 reviews)
"This was a great location for walking distance to Disney. The place was always clean. The staff were very helpful and friendly. The price was great."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2026

Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
Hyatt Regency Orange County

Hyatt Regency Orange County

4 out of 5
11999 Harbor Blvd Garden Grove CA
The price is NZ$308 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
NZ$308
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Garden Grove. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (6,044 reviews)
"Great and beautiful property! Unfortunately the breakfast is ridiculous prices. 30$ for adults. 15 for kids. 5 and under free. I've been to plenty lower class hotels that even give basic FREE basic breakfast. My family and I left without breakfast. Also, the parking was ALSO additional 39$.. no free ..."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2026

Hyatt Regency Orange County
Grand Legacy At the Park

Grand Legacy At the Park

4 out of 5
1650 S Harbor Blvd Anaheim CA
The price is NZ$473 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$473
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (4,791 reviews)
"It was good"

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026

Grand Legacy At the Park
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Our guide on where to stay in Balboa Island

Find the best Balboa Island areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Balboa Island
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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 Fun Zone.

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West Newport

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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