Balboa Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Photo by Norma Echavarria
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Popular places to visit

Fashion Island

Fashion Island

4.5/5(3 reviews)

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.

Fashion Island
Newport Pier

Newport Pier

4/5(3 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Newport Pier and enjoy activities such as surfing in Newport Beach. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's beautiful sunsets.

Newport Pier
Balboa Pier

Balboa Pier

Explore the waterfront of Balboa Pier and enjoy activities such as surfing in Newport Beach. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and cosy cafes.

Balboa Pier
Crystal Cove State Park showing a house and general coastal views

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.

Crystal Cove Beach
Balboa Beach

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.

Balboa Beach
Newport Dune

Newport Dune

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Newport Dune during your trip to Newport Beach? Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Newport Dune

Activities

Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island

Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island

AU$74
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

AU$57
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach
Dinner Cruise from Newport Beach

Newport Beach Premier Dinner Cruise

AU$224
per adult
Newport Beach Premier Dinner Cruise
Santa Monica Pier where they shot that famous Forest Gump shot! Seeing Hollywood, Celebrity Homes, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Venice Beach, and Downtown LA on our Best Coast Tours LA Tour!

The Los Angeles & Hollywood Tour from Orange County

AU$182
per adult
The Los Angeles & Hollywood Tour from Orange County
Relax and Unwind in the State of the Art Infrared Sauna with Himalayan Salt. Soothe muscles and Detox the body

Massage and Infrared Sauna Package with Snacks and Beverage

AU$267
per adult
Massage and Infrared Sauna Package with Snacks and Beverage
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

AU$113
per adult
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
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Our pick of the best Balboa Island Hotel Deals

Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
3.5 out of 5
900 S Disneyland Dr, Anaheim, CA
The price is AU$250 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
AU$250
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8/10 Very Good! (4,421 reviews)
"We always stay here when we visit Disneyland. I love it my kids love it and always a great stay."

Reviewed on 26 Mar. 2025

Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
Hotel Huntington Beach
Hotel Huntington Beach
3 out of 5
7667 Center Ave, Huntington Beach, CA
The price is AU$160 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
AU$160
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Huntington Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,267 reviews)
"My wife and I love our stay, it was nice going back to my hometown for a weekend"

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2025

Hotel Huntington Beach
Ramada by Wyndham Anaheim Convention Center
Ramada by Wyndham Anaheim Convention Center
2 out of 5
2060 S Harbor Blvd, Anaheim, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$235 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
AU$235
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,631 reviews)
"Food was accessible, transportation was convenient, property was well kept"

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Anaheim Convention Center
Grand Legacy At the Park
Grand Legacy At the Park
2.5 out of 5
1650 S Harbor Blvd, Anaheim, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$251 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
AU$251
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,090 reviews)
"The property is very close to the parks. There are many restaurants around the property. There was one front desk staff employee that was unfriendly. Later that evening, the gentleman at the desk was much nicer and accommodating. I’d considered staying again."

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

Grand Legacy At the Park
Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
2.5 out of 5
1110 W Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA
The price is AU$283 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
AU$283
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,181 reviews)
"The problem is the small rooms are too old and sinks were having water issues... it was not the very best experience. People at reception were really nice... overall it wasnt bad."

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2025

Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
The Viv Hotel, Anaheim, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
The Viv Hotel, Anaheim, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.5 out of 5
1601 S ANAHEIM BLVD, Anaheim, CA
The price is AU$250 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
AU$250
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,262 reviews)
"I didn’t like the parking rate of $38 per day. That’s insane"

Reviewed on 26 Mar. 2025

The Viv Hotel, Anaheim, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Balboa Island

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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 Pier.

Beacon Bay
Newport Beach featuring a monument and signage

Balboa Peninsula

5/5(4 area reviews)

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 Pier.

Balboa Peninsula
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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 Sherman Library and Garden.

Corona del Mar
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Newport Center

5/5(2 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Newport Center, Fashion Island and Orange County Museum of Art are top sights worth seeing.

Newport Center
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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 Newport Pier and Balboa Beach.

Lido Isle
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Mariners

While visiting Mariners, you might make a stop by sights like Westcliff Plaza and Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve.

Mariners

Balboa Island Travel Guide

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