Balboa Island Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Hoag Hospital
If Hoag Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Newport Beach.
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.
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.
Activities
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach
Dana Point Dolphin & Whale Watching With Underwater Viewing
Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
High Speed Zodiac Whale Watching Safari from Dana Point
Dolphin & Whale Watching Eco-Safari with Underwater Viewing
Our pick of the best Balboa Island Hotel Deals
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
It’s was a nice place to stay, however the room and the bathroom could have been cleaner.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Hilton Anaheim
Room was updated, clean, and had everything we needed. The main lobby has A LOT going on and feels like you’re in Las Vegas. There are often lines for the elevators so add some time when coming or going. Be aware they will hold a $300 deposit on your credit card when checking in and parking is $46 ...
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground
The room was very clean and updated, the staff was friendly and very accommodating - they put our two rooms together and our room came equipped with an infant crib. The splash park was perfect for our toddlers during breaks from Disneyland. The store was open and fully stocked with anything we could ...
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim
What a wonderful location. Great amenities and a knock out breakfast! Highly recommended!
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Hotel Huntington Beach
Courteous staff . Clean room
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Cambria Hotel & Suites Anaheim Resort Area
Everything in room looks nice and new except carpet is really old. Staff very courteous. Breakfast pretty good for no additional charge. We never used water park but it looked nice enough. Hotel security was good, need room key to press elevator floor..
Reviewed on 11 Feb 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.
Balboa Island Travel Guide
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