Balboa Inn, On the Beach

The beach is literally the front yard and places you within walking distance of everything. The public parking for the beach was forty five dollars for twenty four hours on a standard car. You'll need a credit card and your vehicle plate number to get a permit from a digital booth. Or you could use the valet which is about the same.

Room was clean, staff very helpful. The view was spectacular from our room. The hotel is a Historical landmark, probably very old, but owners are keeping it very nice.

The location is fantastic, we didn't take our car out once. Very walkable everywhere on the boardwalk to The Wedge Park, took the ferry over to Balboa Island and walked around the whole island, the Pier is there with Ruby's restaurant at the end, a lot of food options around, a park next door. All of the staff were so helpful and friendly. The hotel and area is also very dog-friendly so we took our dog everywhere with us. The property itself is a little dated, could use some new furniture and bathroom fixtures. We had an issue with our room card keys, which became an inconvenience, but staff resolved the issue. Valet parking was only $10 more/day than the public lot across the boardwalk, in a covered and secure garage, so it was worth it for us. Overall, we really enjoyed our long weekend stay and would definitely stay again if in the area.

Great location near everything, helpful staff and accommodations.