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 family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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.
Balboa Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Balboa Beach during your travels in Newport Beach? Amble around the area's seaside or seek out the cycling trails.
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
Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach
Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island
Our pick of the best Balboa Island Hotel Deals
Hilton Anaheim
"Clean room: There was lots of hair left in the bathroom counters and floors, very gross. The people next door to me partied all night. I called guest services twice. Finally at 4:30am, they quieted down. It was not restful stay."
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
"Nice area, lots of parking, comfortable beds, room was very clean"
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
"Staff was great. Very convenient location for theme parks"
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Hotel Huntington Beach
"Overall very clean. Hotel is on the older side but its not that bad. Everything was working as intended. They were easy to work with and gave me a partial refund for the nights that I canceled due to evacuation order."
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Hyatt Regency Orange County
"Perfect stay. Staff was very helpful and nice. The property is beautiful with plenty of amenities and the shuttle to Disneyland is a lifesaver. Will definitely stay again for our next Disney trip."
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG
"It was a decent place to stay as I had a layover before getting a flight from John Wayne Airport. The staff were incredibly helpful and kind. The room was clean, and the place was in decent shape. I wasn’t too thrilled about the surroundings, but I guess that’s life in Southern California. They don’t ..."
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Balboa Island
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.
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.
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