Balboa Island Travel Guide

Newport Beach

A marina with boats docked, a wooden pier, and buildings in the background.
An aerial view of a coastal city with a long pier extending into the water, a beach, and a densely populated urban area in the background.
An aerial view of a densely packed marina with numerous boats docked in a curved layout.
A river with boats, a dock, and buildings along the shore.
A small white house with a blue door and a brick chimney.

Things to do

Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island

Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island

£35
per adult
Newport Beach: Ferry Ticket to/from Catalina Island
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

£25
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach
Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff

Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff

£44
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff
Relaxing Sunset Cruise in Newport Beach

Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach

£19
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

£56
per adult
Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise
The Escape Game: 60-Minute Adventures at Irvine Spectrum

The Escape Game: 60-Minute Adventures at Irvine Spectrum

£35
per adult
The Escape Game: 60-Minute Adventures at Irvine Spectrum
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Top hotels in Balboa Island

Hilton Anaheim

Hilton Anaheim

4 out of 5
777 W Convention Way Anaheim CA
The price is £145 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
£145
per night
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy 4 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,774 reviews)
"The rooms were great! The lobby was beautiful. Really amazing staff!"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

Hilton Anaheim
Desert Palms Hotel & Suites

Desert Palms Hotel & Suites

3 out of 5
631 W Katella Ave Anaheim CA
The price is £142 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
£142
per night
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,764 reviews)
"So clean, so nice and excellent value!! Very close to the park, we walked there in 15 minutes. Definitely staying here again. Idk how Im gonna stay anywhere else when visiting Disney!"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

Desert Palms Hotel & Suites
Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel

Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel

3.5 out of 5
900 S Disneyland Dr Anaheim CA
The price is £125 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
£125
per night
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (5,950 reviews)
"Run down compared to photos but very friendly staff and the shuttle was nice to have."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
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 £142 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£142
per night
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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 ...
Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
Hyatt Regency Orange County

Hyatt Regency Orange County

4 out of 5
11999 Harbor Blvd Garden Grove CA
The price is £132 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
£132
per night
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Garden Grove. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
Hyatt Regency Orange County
Grand Legacy At the Park

Grand Legacy At the Park

4 out of 5
1650 S Harbor Blvd Anaheim CA
The price is £195 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£195
per night
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Grand Legacy At the Park
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Where to stay in Balboa Island

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An aerial view of a coastal city with a long pier extending into the ocean, a sandy beach, and a dense urban area with buildings and a marina filled with boats.

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 Fun Zone.

A wooden pier extending into the ocean with people walking along it.

West Newport

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

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Newport Coast

Newport Coast is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Pelican Hill Golf Course and Crystal Cove State Park while in the area.

A coastal cityscape with a beach, ocean, and residential buildings during sunset.

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.

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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 Balboa Beach and Mother’s Beach.

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