Balboa Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Photo by Norma Echavarria

Popular places to visit

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Fashion Island

4.5/5(3 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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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

Activities

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Catalina Island Ferry Newport Beach To Avalon (Must Book Return)

AU$59
Per adult
Catalina Island Ferry Newport Beach To Avalon (Must Book Return)
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Couples Spa Package in Newport Beach with Appetizers and Wine

AU$407
Per adult
Couples Spa Package in Newport Beach with Appetizers and Wine
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Newport Beach Premier Dinner Cruise

AU$266
Per adult
Newport Beach Premier Dinner Cruise
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Catalina Island Ferry Avalon to Newport Beach (Return Trip Only)

AU$59
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Catalina Island Ferry Avalon to Newport Beach (Return Trip Only)
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SPA Couples Escape for 2-Sauna/Facial OR Back-Snacks and Beverage

AU$407
Per adult
SPA Couples Escape for 2-Sauna/Facial OR Back-Snacks and Beverage
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4 Hour Private Luxury Boat Charter in Newport Beach - Emerald Bay

AU$2,191
Per adult
4 Hour Private Luxury Boat Charter in Newport Beach - Emerald Bay
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Our pick of the best Balboa Island Hotel Deals

Motel 6 Anaheim Maingate
Motel 6 Anaheim Maingate
2 out of 5
Anaheim
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$175 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
AU$175
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this motel in Anaheim. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (3,341 reviews)
"I got a room down the hallway across the lobby, very convenient and intimate. There were times, however, where I could hear voices down the hall. I couldn't tell if it was the acoustics or if the police was using a megaphone. But I was safe and sound and I had yet another pleasant stay at Motel 6! ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jun. 2024

Motel 6 Anaheim Maingate
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 AU$285 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
AU$285
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,223 reviews)
"Very impressed!"

Reviewed on 15 Jun. 2024

Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn
Hilton Anaheim
Hilton Anaheim
4 out of 5
777 W Convention Way, Anaheim, CA
The price is AU$225 per night from 11 Jul to 12 Jul
AU$225
per night
11 Jul - 12 Jul
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy a full-service spa, 4 restaurants, and 2 spa tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.8/10 Good! (3,501 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"

Reviewed on 16 Jun. 2024

Hilton Anaheim
Grand Legacy At the Park
Grand Legacy At the Park
2.5 out of 5
1650 S Harbor Blvd, Anaheim, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$299 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
AU$299
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,361 reviews)
"I arrived at the hotel at around 10am which is a bit early to check in. They gave me a parking pass and held our luggage while we went to Disneyland and said they would get a room ready for me as soon as possible. Check in was at 3 but they had my room ready at 1"

Reviewed on 16 Jun. 2024

Grand Legacy At the Park
Hyatt Regency Orange County
Hyatt Regency Orange County
4 out of 5
11999 Harbor Blvd, Garden Grove, CA
The price is AU$239 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
AU$239
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Garden Grove. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,840 reviews)
"All good"

Reviewed on 16 Jun. 2024

Hyatt Regency Orange County
Tropicana Inn and Suites
Tropicana Inn and Suites
2.5 out of 5
1540 S Harbor Blvd, Anaheim, CA
The price is AU$380 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
AU$380
per night
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Stay at this hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free WiFi, valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,752 reviews)
"Room was basic but had everything we needed. Staff was great. Parking is an issue. You pay but aren’t guaranteed a spot because they rent out spots for day guests. Sometimes you have to valet which means tipping"

Reviewed on 15 Jun. 2024

Tropicana Inn and Suites
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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(4 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 Pier and Newport 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 Little Corona Beach.

Corona del Mar
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Newport Center

5/5(2 area reviews)

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 Mother’s 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

Balboa Island Travel Guide

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