Balboa Peninsula Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Newport Beach which includes signage and a monument
Newport Beach showing signage, street scenes and café lifestyle
Balboa Peninsula
Newport Beach featuring general coastal views, a sandy beach and a sunset
Balboa Peninsula

Popular places to visit

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
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
Balboa Peninsula Beaches

Balboa Peninsula Beaches

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Balboa Peninsula Beaches during your trip to Newport Beach? Stroll along the seaside or seek out the cycling trails.

Balboa Peninsula Beaches
The Wedge

The Wedge

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, The Wedge might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Newport Beach. Amble around the area's seaside or seek out the cycling trails.

The Wedge
Balboa Pavilion

Balboa Pavilion

You can learn about the history of Newport Beach when you stop by Balboa Pavilion. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets or seek out its surfing spots.

Balboa Pavilion

Activities

Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

AU$41
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

AU$116
per adult
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
Newport Beach: Electric Boat Rental

Newport Beach: Electric Boat Rental

AU$362
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Newport Beach: Electric Boat Rental
Photographer, Professional Photoshoot - Newport Beach

Photographer, Professional Photoshoot - Newport Beach

AU$520
per adult
Photographer, Professional Photoshoot - Newport Beach
Private Surf Lesson Newport Beach, California

Private Surf Lesson Newport Beach, California

AU$236
per adult
Private Surf Lesson Newport Beach, California
Private Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour in Newport Beach

Private Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour in Newport Beach

AU$669
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Private Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour in Newport Beach
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Our pick of the best Balboa Peninsula Hotel Deals

Sonder Solarena
Sonder Solarena
3.5 out of 5
6208 West Coast Highway, Newport Beach, CA
The price is AU$248 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$248
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Newport Beach. Enjoy parking (surcharge), concierge services, and satellite TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (322 reviews)
"Great stay"

Reviewed on 3 Mar. 2025

Sonder 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
The price is AU$451 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
AU$451
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar
Stay at this 3-star beach B&B in Newport Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (619 reviews)
Exceeded Expectations
"The hotel and its staff exceeded my expectations. I’d definitely revisit."

Reviewed on 23 Feb. 2025

Newport Beach Hotel, A Four Sisters Inn
Lido House, Autograph Collection
Lido House, Autograph Collection
4.5 out of 5
3300 Newport Boulevard, Newport Beach, CA
The price is AU$827 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$827
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Newport Beach. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (357 reviews)
"Nice!"

Reviewed on 3 Mar. 2025

Lido House, Autograph Collection
Balboa Inn, On the Beach
Balboa Inn, On the Beach
3 out of 5
105 Main St, Newport Beach, CA
The price is AU$407 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
AU$407
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Newport Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
Don’t expect a ‘real’ sea view
"Biggest disappointment was the sliver of ‘sea view’. The company has now built a new building in front of the original hotel almost completely blocking the sea view. You should amend your description."

Reviewed on 28 Jan. 2025

Balboa Inn, On the Beach
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 AU$294 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
AU$294
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Newport Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, 10 beach bars, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (914 reviews)
"Must stay!"

Reviewed on 5 Mar. 2025

Little Inn By The Bay Newport Beach
Newport Channel Inn - Near Huntington State Beach
Newport Channel Inn - Near Huntington State Beach
2 out of 5
Newport Beach
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$243 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
AU$243
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Newport Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Decent.
"A little dated, but you expect that closer to the beach. I like this property and have stayed here a few times."

Reviewed on 5 Mar. 2025

Newport Channel Inn - Near Huntington State Beach
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Other neighbourhoods around Balboa Peninsula

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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
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Balboa Island

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

Balboa Island
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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
Newport Beach featuring a monument and signage

West Newport

While visiting West Newport, you might make a stop by sights like Newport Pier and Balboa Peninsula Beaches.

West Newport
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Newport Heights

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

Newport Heights
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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

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