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

Newport Beach travel guide

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You're Going to Love Newport Beach

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

Newport Center is the neighborhood with the most restaurants in Newport Beach. These include popular favorites such as Sushi Roku - Newport Beach (327 Newport Center Drive), Tavern House Kitchen + Bar (333 Bayside Dr) and Ocean 48 - Newport (151 Newport Center Dr). If you’re looking for affordable options, Javier's Crystal Cove (7832 E Pacific Coast Hwy) and JOEY Newport Beach (453 Newport Center Dr) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Buona Forchetta Newport Beach (2300 Newport Blvd unit 104) and Lido Bottle Works (3408 Via Oporto) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Newport Beach.

When to visit Newport Beach

Newport Beach in January
Estimated hotel price
$326
1 night at 3-star hotel
Newport Beach in January
Estimated hotel price
$326
1 night at 3-star 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 9 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Newport Beach include Southwest, Alaska Airlines and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Newport Beach departs from Phoenix and takes around 1h 22m.

Car

Another option to get to Newport Beach is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 60 km from Newport Beach. You’ll find branches of Ace and Priceless, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

When flying to Newport Beach, you’ll arrive at John Wayne Airport, OC (SNA), which is located 9 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Newport Beach include Southwest, Alaska Airlines and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Newport Beach departs from Phoenix and takes around 1h 22m.

Car

Another option to get to Newport Beach is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 60 km from Newport Beach. You’ll find branches of Ace and Priceless, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Newport Beach

LAXLos Angeles
ONTOntario
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Airlines serving Newport Beach

Lufthansa
Good (8,041 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,527 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,026 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,396 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,406 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,966 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,226 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,597 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,776 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (923 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,577 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,811 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,135 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,195 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,403 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (411 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,450 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,361 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,272 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 $715 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $698 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 $76 to $2,071 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 85% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Balboa Peninsula - Here you’ll find travelers’ favorites such as Lido House Autograph Collection, Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel and Balboa Inn. The average nightly price for a double room in Balboa Peninsula is $251.

Balboa Peninsula - Here you’ll find travelers’ favorites such as Lido House Autograph Collection, Bay Shores Peninsula Hotel and Balboa Inn. The average nightly price for a double room in Balboa Peninsula is $251.
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 (8.7, 1239 reviews)
$294+
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Kimpton Shorebreak Huntington Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1205 reviews)
$317+
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Holiday Inn Express Newport Beach By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1092 reviews)
$186+
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The Waterfront Beach Resort, A Hilton Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1045 reviews)
$385+
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Balboa Bay Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 505 reviews)
$381+
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Pendry Newport Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 214 reviews)
$424+
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Renting a car in Newport Beach

Renting a car in Newport Beach costs $46 per day, on average, or $93 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 10% cheaper than airport locations in Newport Beach.

Expect to pay $4.81 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 $57.69 and $76.92. Intermediate (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Newport Beach, while also 61% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Newport Beach costs $46 per day, on average, or $93 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 10% cheaper than airport locations in Newport Beach.

Expect to pay $4.81 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 $57.69 and $76.92. Intermediate (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Newport Beach, while also 61% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Newport Beach

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2 Adults, 2 Bags

$28/day

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$31/day

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