Title: Beacon Bay Travel Guide: Best of Beacon Bay, Newport Beach Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Beacon Bay](https://expedia.co.uk/Beacon-Bay-Hotels.d553248635976472757.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Newport Beach](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Newport-Beach.d8111.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Newport Beach](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Newport-Beach.d8111.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Beacon Bay Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Beacon-Bay.d553248635976472757.Car-Hire-Guide)[Beacon Bay Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Beacon-Bay.d553248635976472757.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Beacon Bay Travel Guide ## Newport Beach ![Aerial Photography of Newport Beach, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976472757/deac41e8-ba51-4be8-b679-f6154fda4c11.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aerial Photography of Newport Beach, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976472757/deac41e8-ba51-4be8-b679-f6154fda4c11.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Beautiful sunset at balboa island. Enjoying the last days of November!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8111/bd7459dd-7791-4ca9-a43c-f57d6f5354cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Beacon Bay Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Newport Beach travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Newport-Beach.dx8111) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Newport Beach Harbor in California city skyline with boats homes and Fashion Island high rise buildings in the background](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068987/fe00e862-14a3-450b-8b56-85ca11458b32.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fashion-Island-Newport-Beach.d6068987.Attraction) ![Newport Beach Pier, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068997/d01b46b4-b695-4f5e-9ab0-fba08ff18cc1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Newport Beach Pier 4.5/5(7 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Newport-Pier-Newport-Beach.d6068997.Attraction) ![Balboa pier sunrise #natgeo #travel #artofvisuals #natgeotravel #beautifuldestinations #nikon #sonyalpha #instatravel#traveltheworld #bbctravel #aroundtheworld #tourtheplanet #bestintravel #roamtheplanet #picoftheday #TLPicks #NatGeoYourShot #californiaadventure #visitcalifornia #westcoast_exposures #travelcalifornia #ExploringTheGlobe #ilovenewportbeach #ocgrammers #newportbeach #beachstyle #beach #surf #sea #seashore ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8111/b477b4d5-b071-4028-8667-18c3b9ede4a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Balboa Pier 4.5/5(8 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Balboa-Pier-Balboa-Peninsula.d6159097.Attraction) ![Bench along an outlook with a view at sunset of Crystal Cove Beach, Newport Beach and Laguna Beach line in Southern California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976197843/7a323cd6-9f0f-49b2-b88b-42769d964f78.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Crystal-Cove-Beach-Newport-Beach.d553248635976197843.Attraction) ![A cool sign in Belize!!!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8111/2b3eccc2-1cd1-46e0-b84f-9c1acbc6c7c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hoag Hospital If Hoag Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Newport Beach. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hoag-Hospital-Newport-Beach.d6282267.Attraction) ![Balboa Island beach with the Pavilion in the background; Shutterstock ID 595732](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635056397164/eea3ae6e-fec8-456b-9c51-24c49349fc82.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Balboa-Beach-Newport-Beach.d553248635056397164.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/674056/862b6759-0a63-4576-8335-d4586712bba2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach £23 per adult **86%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/whale-watching-cruise-from-newport-beach.a674056.activity-details) ![Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48142739/b8330be4-f54a-46a6-9181-83a7a747cc9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise £52 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/newport-beach-luxury-whale-watching-catamaran-cruise.a48142739.activity-details) ![Harbor seals at colony Laguna Beach coastline. ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5248812/2226d79a-b5ed-43f1-9e71-31349527f532.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff £50 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/luxury-whale-watching-fewer-people.a5248812.activity-details) ![High Speed Zodiac Whale Watching Safari from Dana Point](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/529082/9507aa69-cc44-48ef-8271-cb9ef5403852.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### High Speed Zodiac Whale Watching Safari from Dana Point £73 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/high-speed-zodiac-whale-watching-safari-from-dana-point.a529082.activity-details) ![Relaxing Sunset Cruise in Newport Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50029836/ff8b09f3-6b05-4141-9cbf-05129a97cf22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach £18 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/relaxing-sunsetevening-cruise-in-newport-beach.a50029836.activity-details) ![Dolphin & Whale Watching Eco-Safari with Underwater Viewing](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/529056/92d81285-6272-4b94-b1f5-82cda72fac70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dolphin & Whale Watching Eco-Safari with Underwater Viewing £73 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/dolphin-whale-watching-eco-safari-with-underwater-viewing.a529056.activity-details) [See all activities in Newport Beach](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Newport-Beach.d8111.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Beacon Bay ![Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24200/24131/b67790ff_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel 900 S Disneyland Dr Anaheim CA £138 26 Feb - 27 Feb includes taxes & fees 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 ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (5,005 reviews) Staff was nice. Beds seem to be needing replacing very uneven Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F02%2F2026&endDate=27%2F02%2F2026&selected=24131&PinnedHotelID=24131&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472757) ![Hilton Anaheim](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/100/9/w3840h2559x0y4-d8098926_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Anaheim 777 W Convention Way Anaheim CA £157 1 Mar - 2 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy a full-service spa, 4 restaurants and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (994 reviews) Clean room Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=9&PinnedHotelID=9&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472757) ![Hotel Huntington Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1900/1878/bd4d4b72_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Huntington Beach 7667 Center Ave Huntington Beach CA £70 24 Feb - 25 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Huntington Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 7.8/10 Good! (2,981 reviews) Everything was as expected. Great value for the price. Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F02%2F2026&endDate=25%2F02%2F2026&selected=1878&PinnedHotelID=1878&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472757) ![Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19700/19662/645bea3a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground 1380 S Harbor Blvd Anaheim CA £172 1 Mar - 2 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free water park access and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,636 reviews) Rooms very clean, bed and pillows were comfortable. Pretty quiet. Hotel staff very friendly and helpful. Surrounding areas nice and well kept. Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=19662&PinnedHotelID=19662&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472757) ![Cambria Hotel & Suites Anaheim Resort Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34790000/34780400/34780325/e655ae9c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cambria Hotel & Suites Anaheim Resort Area 101 E Katella Avenue Anaheim CA £127 1 Mar - 2 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (4,454 reviews) Clean room Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=34780325&PinnedHotelID=34780325&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472757) ![Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13600/13592/ace76a7c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn 1110 W Katella Ave Anaheim CA £132 1 Mar - 2 Mar includes taxes & fees 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 ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (3,646 reviews) The staff were all nice and hospitable, and the room was perfect! Thank you!! Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=13592&PinnedHotelID=13592&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472757) [See all 5,754 properties in Beacon Bay](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635976472757) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=DX-NH_SPRING_PROMO_553248635976472757) ## Check Beacon Bay hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976472757&startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-21)[20 Feb - 21 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976472757&startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-21) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976472757&startDate=2026-02-21&endDate=2026-02-22)[21 Feb - 22 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976472757&startDate=2026-02-21&endDate=2026-02-22) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976472757&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026)[20 Feb - 22 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976472757&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Beacon Bay ![Fork in the road.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8111/9c5ee317-a5ee-44cf-89a4-0d7b5bf3210e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Balboa Island Balboa Island is well liked for its beaches and waterfront. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Newport Dune and Balboa Beach are some interesting sights nearby to check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Newport-Beach-Balboa-Island.dx179366) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Newport-Beach-Mariners-Mile.dx978771712051126272) ![Looking south from the pier on an a gray day](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8111/c39b232c-dd79-48bf-bf33-e69c11628b1a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 Peninsula Beaches. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Newport-Beach-Balboa-Peninsula.dx553248633994149606) ![Aerial view of Lido Island in Newport Beach harbor in Orange County, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976472146/f7cbe6f1-7856-468c-b0cb-51bdc0ab9394.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Newport-Beach-Lido-Isle.dx553248635976472146) ![Paddleboarding towards the sunset with my nixy iSUP](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8111/206dd457-ff34-4d23-9853-c1b75c47996c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Newport Heights When in Newport Heights, you can plan a visit to Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Newport Dune, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Newport-Beach-Newport-Heights.dx553248635976415656) ![Marina Park Community & Sailing Center, in Newport Beach, Orange County, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976473888/ad8ba42e-a903-4746-a8b5-1364e405cd59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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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