Balboa Peninsula Travel Guide

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Looking south from the pier on an a gray day
Looking south from the pier on an a gray day
Perfect spot for an early morning walk. The view from the pier at Newport Beach is forever changing. This morning was stunning. Walk from pier to pier along the pathway and you’ll have done about 4 miles
Newport Beach, CA. December 20, 2015.
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Our pick of the best Balboa Peninsula Hotel Deals

Solarena

Solarena

2 out of 5
6208 West Coast Highway Newport Beach CA
The price is NZ$246 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
NZ$246
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Newport Beach. Enjoy parking (surcharge), concierge services and satellite TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (488 reviews)
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Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Solarena
Newport Beach Hotel, A Four Sisters Inn

Newport Beach Hotel, A Four Sisters Inn

3 out of 5
2306 W Oceanfront Newport Beach CA
Stay at this beach B&B in Newport Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (702 reviews)
The room was a little on the smaller side. However, the bathtub, location, and staff made up for it. There is not a very big parking lot and it’s first come, first serve. We showed up early and were able to get a spot. There also wasn’t a coffee maker in the room but there was coffee available ...

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Newport Beach Hotel, A Four Sisters Inn
Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel

Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1800 W Balboa Blvd Newport Beach CA
The price is NZ$539 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
NZ$539
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Newport Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a marina and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Fashion Island and Huntington Beach Pier are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
Very clean, and aesthetically pleasing all throughout. Staff is incredibly sweet, and the cafe downstairs has great coffee!

Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel
Lido House, Autograph Collection

Lido House, Autograph Collection

4.5 out of 5
3300 Newport Boulevard Newport Beach CA
The price is NZ$921 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
NZ$921
9 Mar - 10 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Newport Beach. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (406 reviews)
Amazing!

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Lido House, Autograph Collection
Dorymans Oceanfront Inn

Dorymans Oceanfront Inn

3.5 out of 5
2102 West Oceanfront Newport Beach CA
The price is NZ$464 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
NZ$464
17 Feb - 18 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach B&B in Newport Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
The staff and property were fantastic! Room was very comfortable and great setup. The check in and out was very easy and pleasant. Andrea who checked us in and out was very friendly and helpful. Another lady helped us with chairs and towels for the beach. The property has a patio near our room along ...

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Dorymans Oceanfront Inn
Little Inn By The Bay Newport Beach

Little Inn By The Bay Newport Beach

2 out of 5
2627 Newport Blvd Newport Beach CA
The price is NZ$261 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
NZ$261
16 Feb - 17 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Newport Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 10 beach bars and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
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Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Little Inn By The Bay Newport Beach
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Other neighbourhoods around Balboa Peninsula

Fork in the road.

Balboa Island

Balboa Island is well liked for its beaches and waterfront. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Newport Dune and Balboa Beach are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Balboa Island
Aerial Photography of Newport Beach, California

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.

Beacon Bay
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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.

Mariners Mile
Aerial view of Lido Island in Newport Beach harbor in Orange County, California

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.

Lido Isle
Paddleboarding towards the sunset with my nixy iSUP

Newport Heights

When in Newport Heights, you can plan a visit to Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Newport Dune, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Newport Heights
Perfect spot for an early morning walk. The view from the pier at Newport Beach is forever changing. This morning was stunning. Walk from pier to pier along the pathway and you’ll have done about 4 miles

West Newport

While visiting West Newport, you might make a stop by sights like Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Mother’s Beach.

West Newport


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