Balboa Peninsula Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Balboa Peninsula
Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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 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 Pavilion
You can learn about the history of Newport Beach when you stop by Balboa Pavilion. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets or seek out its surfing spots.

West Jetty View Park
After visiting West Jetty View Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Newport Beach. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants.
Activities

Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

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

Relaxing Sunset/Evening Cruise in Newport Beach

The Escape Game: 60-Minute Adventures at Irvine Spectrum

City Cruises Newport Beach: Premier Dinner Cruise
Our pick of the best Balboa Peninsula Hotel Deals

Solarena
Cant beat the location for the price. Rooms could definitely be cleaner though, and staff was a little odd and unwelcoming. Also SO SO loud. All we heard at night was cars and the crosswalk. But overall a decent budget choice close to the beach that has renovated rooms.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Lido House, Autograph Collection
Gorgeous property, not too big, rooftop bar was awesome on a warm night. Overall great service, clean rooms & well maintained property
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel
Great Hotel, lovely staff.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

Dorymans Oceanfront Inn
Everything was wonderful
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Little Inn By The Bay Newport Beach
Room was clean, location was great, bed was comfortable. Overall a great stay
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Newport Channel Inn - Near Huntington State Beach
Yes the room was simple and a great price for the location. Always appreciate the friendly staff whenever I stay!
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Balboa Peninsula

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.

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.

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.

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 Heights
When in Newport Heights, you can plan a visit to Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Newport Dune, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
