Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel
1800 W Balboa Blvd, Newport Beach, CA, USSee what's available
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About this property
Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel is a 3.5-star independent property located on Balboa Peninsula in Newport Beach, California. Positioned just a 1-minute drive from Newport Beach Pier and 10 minutes from Huntington Beach Pier, the hotel sits directly on the bay near the ocean, offering immediate access to the area's beach culture and water activities.
The hotel comprises 25 individually decorated guestrooms across 3 floors. Each room includes a refrigerator, flat-screen television, and pillowtop bed dressed in premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access is standard, along with cable programming. Private bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations stocked with complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Guests consistently rate room comfort at 4.6 out of 5.
The property offers a restaurant for lunch service and an on-site coffee shop/cafe. Room service is available during limited hours, and cooked-to-order breakfasts are served daily from 7:00 AM to noon for an additional fee. Beyond dining, the hotel provides a rooftop terrace with views, complimentary wireless internet, concierge services, and free bicycles. The property is smoke-free, wheelchair accessible with designated accessible parking spaces, and features a 24-hour front desk. Water-based activities including fishing, sailing, kayaking, and surfing lessons are available nearby, as are hiking and biking trails. The hotel does not allow pets and does not serve alcohol on-site.
Check-in is available anytime from 4:00 PM, with standard check-out at 11:00 AM. The property is located 8.4 miles from UC Irvine and 15.6 miles from Irvine Spectrum Center. Guest reviews average 4.7 out of 5 across 980 ratings, with 95% recommending the property.
Location & nearby attractions
Mother’s Beach - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Balboa Peninsula Beaches - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Newport Beach Pier - 0.6 km / 0.3 mi
Balboa Beach - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Lido Marina Village - 1.6 km / 1 mi
Hoag Hospital - 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Newport Harbor Nautical Museum - 2.4 km / 1.5 mi
Balboa Fun Zone - 2.5 km / 1.5 mi
Balboa Pavilion - 2.6 km / 1.6 mi
Balboa Pier - 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
The Wedge - 3.5 km / 2.2 mi
Huntington State Beach - 4.6 km / 2.9 mi
Huntington Beach Beaches - 4.8 km / 3 mi
Newport Dune - 6.4 km / 4 mi
Orange County Fair and Events Center - 7.1 km / 4.4 mi
The nearest airports are:
John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 13.6 km / 8.4 mi
Fullerton, CA (FUL-Fullerton Municipal) - 41.3 km / 25.7 mi
Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) - 40.6 km / 25.2 mi
The preferred airport for Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel is John Wayne Airport (SNA).
Rooms
Dining
Amenities & features
Getting here
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
Check-in & check-out
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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, debit cards, and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
- Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Pet policy
Pets are not allowed.
Fees & policies
- You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: Refundable incidentals deposit: $150 per accommodation, per night Resort fee: $38.57 per accommodation, per night The resort fee includes: Additional inclusions Beach loungers Beach towels In-room bottled water We have included all charges provided to us by the property. Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately $5 to 25 per person Uncovered valet parking fee: $55 per night (in/out privileges) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Know before you go
- Children 3 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- Alcohol is not served at this property.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
Frequently asked questions
What are the check-in and check-out times at Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel?
Check-in starts at 4:00 PM - anytime. Check-out is by 11:00 AM.
Where is Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel located?
Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel is located at 1800 W Balboa Blvd, Newport Beach, CA, US.
What attractions are near Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel?
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Mother’s Beach - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi Balboa Peninsula Beaches - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi Newport Beach Pier - 0.6 km / 0.3 mi Balboa Beach - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi Lido Marina Village - 1.6 km / 1 mi Hoag Hospital - 2.3 km / 1.4 mi Newport Harbor Nautical Museum - 2.4 km / 1.5 mi Balboa Fun Zone - 2.5 km / 1.5 mi Balboa Pavilion - 2.6 km / 1.6 mi Balboa Pier - 2.7 km / 1.7 mi The Wedge - 3.5 km / 2.2 mi Huntington State Beach - 4.6 km / 2.9 mi Huntington Beach Beaches - 4.8 km / 3 mi Newport Dune - 6.4 km / 4 mi Orange County Fair and Events Center - 7.1 km / 4.4 mi The nearest airports are: John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 13.6 km / 8.4 mi Fullerton, CA (FUL-Fullerton Municipal) - 41.3 km / 25.7 mi Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) - 40.6 km / 25.2 mi The preferred airport for Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel is John Wayne Airport (SNA).
How do I get to Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel?
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
What dining options are available at Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel?
Stop by the hotel's restaurant for lunch. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe, and room service (during limited hours) is provided. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to noon for a fee.
What amenities does Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel offer?
Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel features amenities such as Free Wi-Fi, Parking, Non-Smoking, Beach, Breakfast.
What are the rooms like at Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel?
Make yourself at home in one of the 25 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Is Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel pet-friendly?
Pets are not allowed at Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel.
What fees should I know about at Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel?
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: Refundable incidentals deposit: $150 per accommodation, per night Resort fee: $38.57 per accommodation, per night The resort fee includes: Additional inclusions Beach loungers Beach towels In-room bottled water We have included all charges provided to us by the property. Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately $5 to 25 per person Uncovered valet parking fee: $55 per night (in/out privileges) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
What should I know before staying at Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel?
Children 3 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. Alcohol is not served at this property. This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).