Balboa Peninsula, Newport Beach Vacation Rentals: house rentals & more

Discover a selection of 500 vacation rentals in Balboa Peninsula, Newport Beach that are perfect for your trip. Whether you’re traveling with friends, family, or even pets, Vrbo vacation homes have the best amenities for hanging out with the people that matter most, including swimming pools and air conditioning. Prices start at $140 per night, and houses and condos are popular options for a stay in Balboa Peninsula. Either way, you'll find a rental for everyone's needs.

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Stayed Jan 2021

Best Vacation Spot!!

We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful beach house! The home was roomy with plenty of space for my family of 6. We loved the views from the main room and the beach is just a hop, skip and jump away. The beach toys, towels, chairs and boogie boards...

Stayed Dec 2020

Family Winter Getaway

My husband, 2 college age daughters and I had a fabulous time at Surf’s Up cottage. The location, amenities and Kate’s attention to detail went above and beyond our expectations. We loved having family talks around the fire pit in the evenings, watch...

Stayed Dec 2020

Amazing Time! Definitely Coming Back!

My family decided to stay here for a couple days. We wanted to get out of the house and we are so glad that we did! The home is perfect and we really enjoyed our time. You are just a few steps from the harbor where we watched the Newport Christmas li...

Stayed Dec 2020

Balboa Peninsula

Great people to work with. Got back to me right away and answered all of my questions. House is in a great location and has a new kitchen. There were a few repairs that need attending to. Chair leg, blinds that wouldn't go up in the main (view) livin...

Stayed Dec 2020

Take dogs to see ocean

Let me start off with the property was in the perfect location!! The house was ok. I read other reviews and knew the cottage was old and vrbo priced this accordingly. However, The floors are slanted, the house has paper thin walls and windows are so ...

Stayed Dec 2020

Immaculate and attention to detail

I would highly recommend staying at this house. The owners are on top of everything and even made sure to focus on the small details like putting up a sign greeting you when you arrive and having cookies waiting for you. They were easy to get a hold ...

Stayed Dec 2020

Great location on Balboa Peninsula.

My husband and I stayed 4 nights in this cottage with our young grandchildren. The cottage is small but sufficient for a family of 4 with young children. The bathroom is teeny, but the shower is a nice size. We stayed in the rear "1/2" cottage (not ...

Stayed Nov 2020

Great location and views

Really enjoyed our stay! It was great to have the bikes, beach chairs and boards to use. Love riding the boardwalk and around town. Neighborhood is beautiful and beaches clean. Do stay here but bring all condiments even coffee filters salt and pepper...

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Soak up the sun from a Balboa Peninsula house rental

Travelers looking for houses for rent in Newport Beach need to check out Balboa Peninsula. The long stretch of beach that lines Balboa Peninsula is a sandy paradise where you can relax and soak up the sun. While the soft, sandy beach is a major attraction, Newport Beach Pier and Balboa Pier are some of the most happening nightlife spots as the sun sets. Fishing near the jetty is a favorite activity among locals and visitors to The Wedge at the edge of the peninsula. A unique aspect of the peninsula is the beachside green space of Balboa Peninsula Park.

Things to do

The most amazing sights and attractions at Balboa Peninsula

If you want the very best in vacation attractions, Balboa Peninsula vacation rentals are perfect for you. Besides the science museum and waterpark activities, there’s the Peninsula Point Park and Balboa Pier beach. You can’t beat this gorgeous area, which even has a playground for the kids. It’s perfect for surfing, boogie-boarding, kite flying, and other water fun, not to mention the best burgers and shakes around at the original Ruby’s Diner on the pier. Then check out the Newport Balboa Bike Trail to see the sights, or enjoy a bicycle bar crawl with your best friends!

Activities

Explore indoor and outdoor fun at Balboa Peninsula

Your visit to Balboa Peninsula begins with a trip on the Balboa Island Ferry, delivering you straight to the Balboa Island Fun Zone. Start your experience by enjoying the amusement park atmosphere of souvenir shops, arcades, a Ferris wheel, and even water activities. Then check out ExplorOcean to try out hands-on science experiments, discover one-of-a-kind exhibits, and go through the Touch Tank—a real ocean petting zoo! At the Balboa Pavilion, right on the waterfront, there’s a bit of fun for everyone, from visiting small shops to sightseeing to sport fishing to whale watching.

Weather

At Balboa Peninsula, you can enjoy amazing weather all year

Balboa Peninsula is one of the sunniest places around, with over 300 days of sunshine on average every year. It sees very little rainfall, boasting the ideal climate for walking, biking, sunbathing, and watersports, like fishing or whale watching or even sport fishing. You can hop on the local ferry or take a cruise to see the amazing ocean life! The average temperature in the summer ranges between 73 and 78 degrees, barring heat spells that see the temperature hit around 100. Overall, it’s an outstanding climate for year-round fun and excitement.

Natural features

Enjoy beautiful beaches and nature, all at Balboa Peninsula

As part of the Balboa Island community, the peninsula forms a part of three islands in Newport Harbor, joined by bridges to allow for easy access by ferry, foot, car, or bike. It’s got great access, and features beautiful sandy beach locales and coastlines, with a variety of marine life and easy access to the ocean. The area has been created from mudflats by dredging and engineering to create a stunning vacation spot, with Balboa Peninsula vacation rentals all over the island. If you’re looking for a fun and exciting vacation, check out Balboa Peninsula today.

How many vacation rentals are available around Balboa Peninsula, Newport Beach?

Our 2021 property listings offer a large selection of 694 vacation rentals around Balboa Peninsula. From 498 house rentals to 182 condo and apartment rentals, find a unique house rental for you to enjoy a memorable holiday or a weekend with your family and friends.

What are the popular point of interests near where I can stay when traveling to Balboa Peninsula?

Vrbo offers a large selection of vacation rentals near lovely places in Balboa Peninsula. From Vrbo travelers, the top most popular points of interest to stay for a holiday trip or just for a weekend are:

Balboa Fun Zone: 3,095 vacation rentals
Balboa Pier: 3,091 vacation rentals
Newport Harbor Nautical Museum: 3,093 vacation rentals
West Jetty View Park: 3,117 vacation rentals
ExplorOcean: 3,094 vacation rentals

But there are many other points of interest around Balboa Peninsula listed on Vrbo where you can find your place to stay. Please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available near the point of interest of your choice.

Can I rent Houses in Balboa Peninsula?

Yes, of course. Vrbo has 498 Houses in Balboa Peninsula. Our other popular types of vacation rentals in Balboa Peninsula include:

Condos/Apartments: 182 rentals available
Cottages: 27 rentals available
Bungalows: 27 rentals available

But you can also enjoy a great stay in one of our other vacation rentals including Villas and more.

Can I find a vacation rental with pool in Balboa Peninsula?

Yes, you can select your preferred vacation rental with pool among our 7 vacation rentals with pool available in Balboa Peninsula. Please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available.