Balboa Island Travel Guide
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Fashion Island
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.
Newport Beach Pier
After visiting Newport Beach Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Newport Beach. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and shops.
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.
Balboa Pier
After visiting Balboa Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Newport Beach. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets or seek out its surfing spots.
Corona del Mar State Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Corona del Mar State Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Newport Beach. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
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.
Things to do
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach
Dana Point Dolphin & Whale Watching With Underwater Viewing
Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach
Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff
Top hotels in Balboa Island
Hilton Anaheim
"Room was spacious and ready when we checked in. Clean and pleasant. The staff was friendly and approachable. We’ve stayed here before and will again."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
"My room had hair in the bathtub and hair in the bed. It was not a fun night."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
"I love this hotel! The staff is very friendly and the hotel is clean. I’ve stayed here a few times. It’s our go to hotel when going to Disneyland. The shuttle is a game changer, it comes every 15 minutes and the drivers are so helpful with my mother in her wheelchair."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim
"The bi-level loft was great for our family of 6. Us grandparents were upstairs and rest of family downstairs. Kitchen was great. Living room a little tight. The rooms were clean but worn. Carpet needed cleaning and paint touch up. Breakfast was excellent. Walk was a little much so we took an Uber ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Hotel Huntington Beach
"No mini fridge in the room."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Grand Legacy At the Park
"Great location!"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Balboa Island
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.
Balboa Peninsula
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 Peninsula Beaches.
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.
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 Pelican Hill Golf Course.
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.
Newport Center
If you're spending some time in Newport Center, Fashion Island and Regal Edwards Big Newport are top sights worth seeing.
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