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In here you'll find our breakfast buffet each morning from 7 -10 with fresh bagels, muffins, fruit, both hot and cold cereals, juice, varieties of bread for toasting, 8 flavors of teas, as well as premium and flavored coffees.

Granted, you come to the beach to relax and well, go to the beach. You might be interested to know that all our beds are Serta 5 Star beds-better than what most people have in their own homes.

Newport Beach is the cleanest and most well known beach in southern California. Lots of sun, cooling breezes and unspoiled scenery all let you unwind. We have everything you'll need for a great day at the beach including oversized beach towels, chairs, rice mats, umbrellas, and even sand toys for the kids-all free of charge.

There's lots to do close by. We recommend you plan to come and park your car and walk around the peninsula like the locals do! After a great day at the beach, it's nice to have both casual and fine dining close by. Here are some of our guest's favorites plus we can recommend lots of options when you check-in.

We hope you'll visit us on the Balboa Peninsula soon. With both the bay and ocean beaches only 100 feet away-you'll get to enjoy a piece of southern California we've called home for over twenty years.

Newport Beach Harbor, with its breathtaking views, is a feast for the eyes. Dotted by seven picturesque residential islands with quaint villages, celebrity homes and more than 9,000 spectacular boats, the harbor is an attraction for all ages. Your days and nights will be filled with fun, adventure and incredible vistas of the Pacific as you explore our magnificent Newport Harbor.

A visit to Newport Beach's most historic landmark, The Balboa Pavilion, is a must! Built in 1905 as a Victorian bath house and terminal for the Pacific Electric's "Big Red Cars," the Pavilion is the focal point of Balboa Peninsula. You'll find an extensive collection of photographs lining the walls of the Pavilion, chronicling Newport Beach's colorful past. If you wait until evening, the Pavilion is a sight to behold, topped with its world-renowned cupola and decked in 1,400 lights.

A Newport Beach institution since 1936, the Balboa Fun Zone is ideal for children of all ages. Ride the Ferris wheel, merry-go-round and bumper cars, play the arcade games, pose for a portrait or browse through the delightful shops for souvenirs along the boardwalk. Snack on the famous Balboa Bar, a chocolate-covered ice cream bar sprinkled with delightful toppings. Stop for a hamburger or enjoy fine waterfront dining at the ferry landing. Open daily from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. 400 E. Bay Street, Balboa Peninsula.

Docked at the Fun Zone on the Balboa Peninsula in Newport Beach the Fun Zone Boat Company presents 5 vessels accommodating from 15 to 200 passengers for narrated sightseeing tours, private charters, weddings, holiday parties or any other special event.

Newport's Beaches

Newport Beach Municipal Beach - Stretching from the Santa Ana River Jetty to the Newport and Balboa Piers and beyond to the Wedge, excellent surfing can be found throughout the entire area. Windy afternoons are perfect for kite flying, and beach volleyball is another favorite pastime here. You'll encounter golden sandy beaches and near-perfect bodysurfing waves. At the Balboa Pier, you'll find fire rings perfect for summer beach campfires. Municipal parking lots are located at both piers.

The Wedge - To enjoy incredible views of the waves and boats coming through the harbor channel, as well as the world's best bodysurfing, make a trip to the Wedge. (Experienced bodysurfers only!) Located at the end of the Balboa Peninsula at the harbor entrance, this wonderful beach is a secluded, yet exciting, spot.

Big Corona Beach - Proceed south on Pacific Coast Highway and turn right on Marguerite. Proceed two blocks to Ocean Boulevard. Turn right at the stop sign and follow signs to the Corona del Mar Main Beach entrance. A great snorkeling spot, this large family beach has fire rings, picnic tables, volleyball courts, snack bar, restrooms and showers. If you have a volleyball, bring it; the city provides volleyball nets. This is also a favorite local spot to watch boats enter the channel. Restrooms and showers are available. City parking lot fronts the ocean. Parking fees vary.

Little Corona Beach - Located off Ocean Boulevard at Poppy Avenue in Corona del Mar, this secluded cove has the best scuba diving around and is a terrific spot for exporing tide pools.

The Balboa Bay Beaches - The Balboa Peninsula's beaches offer several quiet spots fronting the harbor for parents with small children. Bay Avenue between 18th and 19th Streets is a calm beach, well-sheltered from the ocean breeze. Lifeguard supervised, it has volleyball courts, restrooms, showers and street parking. The lower bay beaches can be found at "N" Street, 10th Street and Montero.

Ecological Activities

Whale Watching - The California gray whale migrates every year within a few miles of the Pacific coastline. Passing Orange County during late December and January on their southward migration, they head for their breeding and calving grounds off the coast of Baja California, Mexico. Beginning in January and continuing through late March, you'll see whales on their northward migration, returning to their feeding grounds in the Bering, Chukchi and Beaufort seas. Bring your camera and binoculars for a wonder-filled day and witness a truly spectacular sight. In addition to searching for the gray whales, you may also spot pilot whales, dolphins, seals and sea lions.

The Upper Newport Bay Ecological Reserve - Come discover Upper Newport Bay, a 752-acre coastal wetland where thousands of birds find refuse in the estuary habitats and year-round recreational activity thrives in peaceful harmony with nature. Whether you're an avid bird watcher, a nature enthusiast, enjoy hiking, biking, boating and fishing, or if you simply yearn for a place to quietly collect your thoughts, Upper Newport Bay provides the perfect retreat anytime of the year.

By studying a map of the reserve with its designated foot, bike and horse trails, you can plan your own self-guided tour. Excellent bike trails span the northerly end of the bay and rim the San Diego Creek. Maps, historical literature, as well as bird and plant checklists are available at the Department of Fish and Game office, located on Shellmaker Island off Back Bay Drive.

Canoe and kayak tours, twilight cruises, family campfire programs and an evening "owl prowl" are offered during weekends throughout the year. Free two-hour walking nature tours are conducted by naturalists with the Department of Fish and Game every Saturday and Sunday. Participants will discover the beauty of our coastal wetlands and learn about the delicate ecosystem of the Upper Bay. Tours depart from Shellmaker Island at 1 p.m. The bay provides excellent year-round fishing, particularly in winter and spring. Anglers suggest the best spots are directly off Big Canyon and North Star Beach.

Small non-powered boats can be launched free of charge at Newport Aquatic Center on North Star Beach. Launching at adjacent Newport Dunes requires a fee. Swimming is also permitted bayward from North Star Beach to mid-channel.

The Environmental Nature Center - For nature lovers, this attraction provides guided walking tours in the center's two-and-a-half acre wildlife habitat, featuring 13 representative California plant communities. Specifically geared for children ages five and older. Trail guides and naturalists available.

Regional Attractions

Disneyland - The Magic Kingdom welcomes you to eight, fun-filled, adventure playlands, encompassing 80 acres, where thrillseekers can experience the world-famous Matterhorn and Space Mountain as well as a host of other attractions. The Main Street Electrical Parade is a sight to behold, and It's A Small World will delight both adults and children. Visit "The Happiest Place on Earth" and see for yourself. Guided tours available.

Knott's Berry Farm - Beginning as a humble, roadside berry stand, Knott's Berry Farm, the oldest, independent amusement park in the country, now offers 150 acres of family fun, with five theme areas featuring 165 rides, shows and attractions. There's Camp Snoopy for the little ones, and Boomerang, Montezuma's Revenge and Big Foot Rapids for all thrillseekers.

Laguna Beach - This internationally respected artist's haven on the Pacific Coast is home to a myriad of galleries, museums, open-air exhibits, antique shops and specialty boutiques. Notable annual events include the Festival of Arts/Pageant of the Masters, the Sawdust Festival and the Art-a-Fair, which are held during the months of July and August. Parks Basketball and volleyball courts are available at most Newport Beach community parks. Selected parks also have racquetball courts, athletic fields and baseball diamonds. Most offer barbecues, picnic tables, play equipment, restrooms and parking lots.

Richard Nixon Library and Birthplace - Discover the nation's newest presidential museum, where dramatic presentations, exhibits, statuaries, never-before-displayed photographs, and treasured memorabilia illuminate Richard Nixon's private and public life. Open daily for self-guided tours. 18001 Yorba Linda Boulevard, Yorba Linda.

Robert Mondavi Wine & Food Center - This distinctive cultural and educational establishment presents wine seminars, cooking classes, art exhibits, concerts and special events in a beautiful and elegant setting.

Santa Ana Zoo - Dedicated to promoting zoological education, the Santa Ana Zoo is home to more than 250 species, including a special primate exhibit, an African aviary, Australian and South American exhibits, as well as a children's zoo and elephant ride.

Santa Catalina Island - Only 26 miles across the beautiful Pacific lies California's favorite island getaway, Santa Catalina. With crystal-clear waters, sandy beaches and panoramic views, Catalina offers something for everyone. Enjoy parasailing, jet skiing, horseback riding, swimming, bicycling, golf and tennis, and excellent scuba diving and snorkeling. The Catalina Flyer catamaran departs regularly from the Balboa Pavilion. Helicopter and airplane services are also available from John Wayne/Orange County Airport.

Wild Rivers - Make a day of it at Orange County's largest waterpark, Wild Rivers, with more than 40 exciting rides and attractions for all ages. Expect a wet, fun-filled day as you plunge down the five-story Wild River Mountain, slide down rushing rivers and sheer-drop slides, and bodyboard at Thunder Cove. Try The Abyss, the park's newest waterslide a one-minute adventure down a dark, enclosed water tube.