Balboa Island Travel Guide

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A marina with boats docked, a wooden pier, and buildings in the background.
An aerial view of a coastal city with a long pier extending into the water, a beach, and a densely populated urban area in the background.
An aerial view of a densely packed marina with numerous boats docked in a curved layout.
A river with boats, a dock, and buildings along the shore.
A small white house with a blue door and a brick chimney.

Activities

Relaxing Sunset Cruise in Newport Beach

Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach

NZ$43
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

NZ$129
per adult
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island

Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island

NZ$81
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

NZ$52
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach
Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop in Tustin

Tustin: Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop

NZ$154
per adult
Tustin: Mosaic Lamp Making Workshop
Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff

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

NZ$101
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff
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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$267 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
NZ$267
3 Sept - 4 Sept
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 ...
Hilton Anaheim
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel

Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel

3.5 out of 5
900 S Disneyland Dr Anaheim CA
The price is NZ$293 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$293
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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
Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim

Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim

3 out of 5
1700 S Clementine St Anaheim CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$368 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
NZ$368
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,899 reviews)
"The one drawback to our stay was the cleanliness of the room. I noted other people’s hair, eyelashes, and sand-like particles throughout the top of the fitted sheet. This instantly made me significantly concerned as to what I had potentially exposed my son and I to. Additionally, there was strands ..."

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026

Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim
Hyatt Regency Orange County

Hyatt Regency Orange County

4 out of 5
11999 Harbor Blvd Garden Grove CA
The price is NZ$286 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$286
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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 ...
Hyatt Regency Orange County
Motel 6 Anaheim Maingate

Motel 6 Anaheim Maingate

2 out of 5
Anaheim CA
The price is NZ$156 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$156
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Anaheim. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very good! (6,727 reviews)
"The area is pretty quiet and the walk to Disney is not bad at all. The pool area looked nice, I didn’t get to enjoy it but quite a few people did. It looked clean from what I saw. The coffee in the lobby was good & strong which is rare at most hotels. The room was clean enough (I am personally a ..."

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026

Motel 6 Anaheim Maingate
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Anaheim by IHG

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Anaheim by IHG

3 out of 5
1240 S Walnut St Anaheim CA
The price is NZ$213 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
NZ$213
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free water park access and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8/10 Very good! (2,439 reviews)
"This hotel was undergoing renovation; they should have that posted when you book. They put us in a room on the property, but not in the main building (I am disabled), had to walk a long way to the room every day, 2 or 3 times a day (unacceptable). There was a lot of work being done on the property, ..."

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Anaheim by IHG
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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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A beach with waves crashing onto the shore under a dramatic sunset sky.
Photo by Sandra Hedges
Open Photo by Sandra Hedges

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.

A sunset over a beach with waves and a clear sky.
Photo by Olivia
Open Photo by Olivia

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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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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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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