Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Newport Beach travel guide

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With a population of 85,186, Newport Beach is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Newport Beach deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Newport Beach

Balboa Peninsula is the neighborhood with the most restaurants in Newport Beach. These include popular favorites such as Pescadou Bistro (3325 Newport Blvd), The Dock (2816 LaFayette Avenue) and Tupelo Junction Cafe (508 29th St). If you’re looking for affordable options, Canaletto Ristorante Veneto (545 Newport Center Drive) and Muldoon's Irish Pub (202 Newport Center Drive) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Buona Forchetta Newport Beach (2300 Newport Blvd unit 104) and Gracias Madre - Newport (1617 Westcliff Drive. Suite 112 Suite 112) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Newport Beach.

When to visit Newport Beach

Newport Beach in May
Estimated package price
$628
2 travelers
Flight to Newport Beach
3 nights at hotel
Newport Beach in May
Estimated package price
$628
2 travelers
Flight to Newport Beach
3 nights at hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Newport Beach in July, when the average temperature is 68 °F, and the highest can go up to 71.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 46.4 °F, with an average temperature of 55.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 2.3″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Newport Beach, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Newport Beach

Plane

When flying to Newport Beach, you’ll arrive at John Wayne Airport, OC (SNA), which is located 5 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Newport Beach include American Airlines, Air Canada and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Newport Beach departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 13m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Newport Beach.

Car

Another option to get to Newport Beach is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 37 miles from Newport Beach. You’ll find branches of Midway and Ace, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Newport Beach’s bus station is located 4 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Newport Beach, you’ll arrive at John Wayne Airport, OC (SNA), which is located 5 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Newport Beach include American Airlines, Air Canada and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Newport Beach departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 13m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Newport Beach.

Car

Another option to get to Newport Beach is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 37 miles from Newport Beach. You’ll find branches of Midway and Ace, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Newport Beach’s bus station is located 4 miles from the city center.

Airports near Newport Beach

LAXLos Angeles
ONTOntario
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Airlines serving Newport Beach

Lufthansa
Good (7,407 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,385 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,361 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,954 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,730 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,924 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,929 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,469 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,334 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,139 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,484 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,114 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,250 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,882 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,323 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (993 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (359 reviews)
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Where to stay in Newport Beach

From 5-star hotels such as the The Resort at Pelican Hill to great affordable options like the Newport Beach Hotel, Newport Beach offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $723 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $542 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Little Inn By The Bay Newport Beach Hotel and Extended Stay America Suites - Orange County - John Wayne Airport. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Newport Beach, with prices from $121 to $1,437 per night. Balboa Peninsula is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Newport Beach are about 15% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Newport Beach by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Newport Beach

Most booked hotels in Newport Beach

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Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort And Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1204 reviews)
$317+
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Balboa Bay Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 497 reviews)
$469+
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Kimpton Shorebreak Huntington Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1179 reviews)
$242+
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The Resort at Pelican Hill
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, 249 reviews)
$886+
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The Waterfront Beach Resort, A Hilton Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1018 reviews)
$340+
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Hyatt Regency Irvine
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 710 reviews)
$173+
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Renting a car in Newport Beach

Renting a car in Newport Beach costs $66 per day, on average, or $131 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz and Thrifty are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Newport Beach is the Thrifty branch at 18601 North Airport Way, which is 6 miles from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 29% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.56 per gallon in Newport Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.70 and $56.93. The most frequently booked car type in Newport Beach is Full-size (Ford Mustang Convertible or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Newport Beach costs $66 per day, on average, or $131 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz and Thrifty are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Newport Beach is the Thrifty branch at 18601 North Airport Way, which is 6 miles from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 29% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.56 per gallon in Newport Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.70 and $56.93. The most frequently booked car type in Newport Beach is Full-size (Ford Mustang Convertible or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Newport Beach

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2 Adults, 2 Bags

$26/day

Economy

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4 Adults, 2 Bags

$26/day

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