Balboa Island Travel Guide

Newport Beach

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Photo by Norma Echavarria
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Popular places to visit

Fashion Island

Fashion Island

4/5(7 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

4.5/5(7 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

4.5/5(8 reviews)

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 general coastal views and a house

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

Things to do

Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island

Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island

Rp771.223
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

Rp590.724
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach
Dinner Cruise from Newport Beach

Newport Beach Premier Dinner Cruise

Rp3.300.765
per adult
Newport Beach Premier Dinner Cruise
Champagne Brunch Cruise from Newport Beach

Newport Beach Premier Champagne Brunch Cruise

Rp2.320.069
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Newport Beach Premier Champagne Brunch 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

Rp1.891.980
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

Rp2.780.388
per adult
Massage and Infrared Sauna Package with Snacks and Beverage
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Top hotels in Balboa Island

Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
3.5 out of 5
900 S Disneyland Dr, Anaheim, CA
The price is Rp2.384.496 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
Rp2.384.496
Rp2.794.497 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8/10 Very Good! (4,433 reviews)
"Property itself is beautiful with well manicured landscaping. The shuttle to and from the park is a huge plus."

Reviewed on 28 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 Rp1.440.633 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
Rp1.440.633
Rp1.671.133 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Huntington Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,279 reviews)
"Honestly I have 0 complaints, the staff was amazing! The rooms were clean! The bartender, Jackie that was in the bar & lounge area was incredibly nice and service was amazing!"

Reviewed on 27 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
The price is Rp2.097.197 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
Rp2.097.197
Rp2.453.720 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,641 reviews)
"Perfect getaway."

Reviewed on 28 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
The price is Rp2.308.325 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
Rp2.308.325
Rp2.700.773 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (3,092 reviews)
Excellent hotel, excellent location!
"Clean, friendly, super-convenient to Disney California. Excellent value for money with fridge, microwave and coffeemaker in room. Updated rooms with easy self-parking (not all neighbor hotels have this). Highly recommend!"

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 Rp2.518.789 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
Rp2.518.789
Rp2.946.983 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,185 reviews)
"It took 15 minutes to walk to Disneyland! Very doable with two kids under the age of 8. The breakfast was so convenient and kid friendly before heading to the parks!"

Reviewed on 27 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 Rp2.483.850 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
Rp2.483.850
Rp3.325.544 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,273 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(5 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

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

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