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Balboa Inn, On the Beach

3.0 star property
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Exterior
Suite, Ocean View
Breakfast area

Reviews

7.6 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
105 Main St, Newport Beach, CA, 92661
  • Balboa Pier
    2 min walk
  • Balboa Beach
    2 min walk
  • Balboa Fun Zone
    3 min walk
  • Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    20 min drive

Room options

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Suite, Ocean View

Suite, Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Courtyard Area

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Courtyard Area

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Family Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Family Suite, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Newport Beach

With a stay at Balboa Inn, On the Beach in Newport Beach (Balboa Peninsula), you'll be a 1-minute drive from Balboa Pier and 8 minutes from Fashion Island. .This beach hotel is 4.3 mi (6.8 km) from Pelican Hill Golf Course and 4.4 mi (7 km) from Crystal Cove State Park.

What's nearby

  • Balboa Pier - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Newport Pier - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Fashion Island - 8 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Pelican Hill Golf Course - 11 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Corona del Mar State Beach - 19 min drive - 11.7 km

Getting around

  • Orange Station - 23 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ruby's Diner - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cabo Cantina - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Newport Landing Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Harborside Restaurant & Grand Ballroom - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Class Of 47 - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Balboa Inn, On the Beach

Ocean-view hotel with a bar/lounge, near Balboa Pier
Balboa Inn, On the Beach offers 45 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature down comforters. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This Newport Beach hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

An outdoor pool and a spa tub are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 45 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.
Enjoy a range of recreational amenities, including an outdoor pool, a spa tub, and bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and barbecue grills.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour business center, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Newport Beach? This hotel has 1200 square feet (111 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 2 meeting rooms.
Balboa Inn, On the Beach has a restaurant on site.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired Internet

Parking and public transport

  • Secured covered valet parking on site (USD 60 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • Room service available

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Bike rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • A hot tub

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Banquet hall
  • Lift
  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (1200 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms - 2

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Beachfront location
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Beach towels
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Down duvet

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV
  • TV/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Fridge

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofing
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 88 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 40.00
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 40.0 per day

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 30.00 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach towels
  • Bicycle storage
  • In-room bottled water

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 60 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Offsite parking fee: USD 30 (0.2 mi away)
  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 40.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 8 AM to 11 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Balboa Inn
Balboa Inn Newport Beach
Balboa Newport Beach
Balboa Hotel Newport Beach
Balboa Inn
Balboa Inn, On the Beach Hotel
Balboa Inn, On the Beach Newport Beach
Balboa Inn, On the Beach Hotel Newport Beach

Balboa Inn, On the Beach Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

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7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

BIRMANIA

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not enough shampoo, conditioner, or body gel. They were small samples that were difficult to get the soap out of. The hotel states that it has a pool, however it only has a jacuzzi; which was extremely dirty. When you get there, they ask for a $100 dollar security deposit stating that they will return it after. They never returned it and when I called they told me they had charged me $60 for a day of parking while I stayed there, and $33 for the resort. There was no resort.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pros and Cons to Balboa Inn
The hotel staff was probably the best we’ve ever experienced from the front desk- Laura, the valet staff- Dylan and Cory to Chris, the bartender. The location is ideal! The property itself needs some improvements. The large jacuzzi was cloudy and non-inviting. Our queen bed was soft and not the most comfortable. The elevator closest to the ocean stopped working during our stay. The continental breakfast needed some variety especially for guests staying more than one night.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Brenda

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
I did not like the location of my room or the window to my room. It was not worth the money. I will reserve through the hotel next time and not with Expedia.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to beach and restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
fun stuff around location and beach right there for grandkids to have fun
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Lannette

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The first room we were in the air conditioning didn't work. They eventually moved us to another room. The location was great but the hotel looked old and in need of repair. Accommodations were not worth the price in my opinion.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

ben

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the location. The continental breakfast was very nice. They have tables and chairs inside and outside in the courtyard to sit. The rooms and bed were very clean and comfortable. The staff are so nice. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Travelled with family
The staff was pleasant and helpful. Even loaned us some beach chairs. The property is closest to the pier with a great view of the beach from many of the rooms. The noise level is moderate from the planes flying overhead from John Wayne and the Taco Cabo bar next door. It’s so nice being centrally located to all the fun Balboa has to offer. Within walking distance to the beach and fun zone. You won’t get any closer to the beach without spending thousands on a beach home. The rooms could use a little updating. The giant bathtub was missing the tub stopper. We ended up using Kleenex as a stopper. The TV’s are older and can’t stream or mirror. It would have been nice to have used our streaming services but unable. They had a wonderful continental breakfast each morning and the coffee was superb. There is an Italian restaurant and a cute bar on site. Overall was a great stay and would highly recommend anyone thinking of coming here.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Laurie, Edmonton

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Great property location but it needs to be updated. Multiple bulbs burnt out in the room. Toilet wasn’t cleaned one day when the maids had been in. Front of house staff was excellent. Would be nice if there was a full length mirror in the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Duane

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is comfortable and centrally located. I walked every where I wanted to go.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Bed was not comfortable and the a/c was not working properly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We have been there the past 2 yrs and will definitely be there next year again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Alma

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the worst experience
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vivian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Chris

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Old property in need of some updating. Location is great though!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best location of a hotel, literally in the middle of everywhere easy to get to the beach to food to bars to the fun zone will definitely stay here again. Restaurant was OK not enough food for the money we spent and the taste was probably seven out of 10 stars very salty.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Close to beach
Great location but small and not very comfortable room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tobi

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jeff

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Inn was very quaint. Nice location to beach and restaurants.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Esteban

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024