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$245 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
NZ$245
24 Feb - 25 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! (496 reviews)
The room was clean and had basic essentials. The bed was comfortable

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

Solarena
Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel

Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1800 W Balboa Blvd Newport Beach CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$474 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
NZ$474
26 Feb - 27 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! (1,000 reviews)
Excellent hotel and staff!

Reviewed on 16 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$919 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
NZ$919
15 Mar - 16 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. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (407 reviews)
Gorgeous property, not too big, rooftop bar was awesome on a warm night. Overall great service, clean rooms & well maintained property

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Lido House, Autograph Collection
Dorymans Oceanfront Inn

Dorymans Oceanfront Inn

3.5 out of 5
2102 West Oceanfront Newport Beach CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$464 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
NZ$464
26 Feb - 27 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! (1,006 reviews)
The location is excellent and the staff is very friendly. I like the intimate atmosphere.

Reviewed on 16 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 19 Feb to 20 Feb
NZ$261
19 Feb - 20 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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
Quaint, boutique hotel. Centrally located. Has all things restaurants, shops, bars in walking distance.

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

Little Inn By The Bay Newport Beach
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! (722 reviews)
Nice staff

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Newport Beach Hotel, A Four Sisters Inn
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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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