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About Rosarito Beach

Rosarito, or Rosarito Beach, as many fondly refer to the town, is located less than 20 miles from the U.S. border (Tijuana) and only a 45 minute drive from downtown San Diego. Situated on the Pacific coast of Baja, California, this "getaway" has been a favorite since the 1930's Hollywood crowd arrived to gamble, party and relax. Today, visitors are greeted by miles of sandy beaches and spectacular sunsets, a warm climate and plenty of attractions. The downtown is laid out in a north to south grid paralleling the ocean. Hotels exist throughout, but most are in the center to southern end along or near the main boulevard, Benito Juarez. Accommodations range from luxury hotels, oceanfront vacation rentals and budget lodging.

About Baja

The well-kept secret of Baja is told in the variety of things to do there. Fly in and concentrate your time in one area, diving or fishing in the summer, whale watching January to March. Kayak, surf, wind surf, cycle, golf, hike, fish, snorkel, sail or take in a special event: Carnival in late February or March, the Baja 1,000 in November, or any of the entertaining Mexican fiestas and, of course, the Mexico International Film Festival. Take a solitary drive through a rugged desert environment or cycle the 1,600 km and write home about it.

Places to Stay

If you are looking for a place to stay, there are many choices. You can choose from luxury to budget hotels, all having amenities to make your stay comfortable. A great cost effective way to have the best of both worlds is a timeshare or timeshare rental. Whether you are looking to spend your time basking in the sun on the deck of your Baja timeshare, or swimming in the pool at the local resort, making the choice to visit Baja is a good one.

Shopping

What is a trip to Mexico without a little bit of shopping. There is an excellent but somewhat hidden artisan Mercado (Flee Market) just up the street from Festival Plaza Hotel. Goods include wrought iron goods, blown glass, wood carvings and numerous other traditional Mexican art pieces.

Whale Watching

The gray whale is the most common species seen near the coast of Baja. Other whales are present but tend to seek deeper waters while the gray whale's swim in shallow waters seeking Baja's many lagoons for calving.

Golf

Rosarito Beach is located between two golf courses, just a few miles north The Real Del Mar Golf Course, to the south the Baja Mar Golf Course.

Real Del Mar course has 18 holes and 76 rooms, and is located on the Scenic Road between Playas de Tijuana and Rosarito.

Bajamar

is located on the Scenic Road south of Rosarito; this course has 27 holes and 81 rooms

Hotels
There are many hotels to choose from while visiting Rosarito, from affordable and rustic to high end and elegant. A vacation to Rosarito can fit into anyone's budget and preferences.

M.I.F.F Favorites
Rosarito Beach Hotel (Pacifico Tower)
Los Pelicanos Hotel
Las Rocas Hotel

Money

Most prices in Baja are quoted in pesos, but tourist centers use both. Peso prices are indicated by the symbol N$ before the amount. In resort areas beware of prices being listed in US dollars. Tourist shops may take dollars but it is better to use pesos if you can. In small towns, shops often won't have change for anything over a $20 (20 peso note). American travelers checks are readily exchanged.


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About MIFF Contact Info About Baja Dining and Nightlife Poster	About Rosarito Beach Rosarito, or Rosarito Beach, as many fondly refer to the town, is located less than 20 miles from the U.S. border (Tijuana) and only a 45 minute drive from downtown San Diego. Situated on the Pacific coast of Baja, California, this "getaway" has been a favorite since the 1930's Hollywood crowd arrived to gamble, party and relax. Today, visitors are greeted by miles of sandy beaches and spectacular sunsets, a warm climate and plenty of attractions. The downtown is laid out in a north to south grid paralleling the ocean. Hotels exist throughout, but most are in the center to southern end along or near the main boulevard, Benito Juarez. Accommodations range from luxury hotels, oceanfront vacation rentals and budget lodging. About Baja The well-kept secret of Baja is told in the variety of things to do there. Fly in and concentrate your time in one area, diving or fishing in the summer, whale watching January to March. Kayak, surf, wind surf, cycle, golf, hike, fish, snorkel, sail or take in a special event: Carnival in late February or March, the Baja 1,000 in November, or any of the entertaining Mexican fiestas and, of course, the Mexico International Film Festival. Take a solitary drive through a rugged desert environment or cycle the 1,600 km and write home about it. Places to Stay If you are looking for a place to stay, there are many choices. You can choose from luxury to budget hotels, all having amenities to make your stay comfortable. A great cost effective way to have the best of both worlds is a timeshare or timeshare rental. Whether you are looking to spend your time basking in the sun on the deck of your Baja timeshare, or swimming in the pool at the local resort, making the choice to visit Baja is a good one. Shopping What is a trip to Mexico without a little bit of shopping. There is an excellent but somewhat hidden artisan Mercado (Flee Market) just up the street from Festival Plaza Hotel. Goods include wrought iron goods, blown glass, wood carvings and numerous other traditional Mexican art pieces. Whale Watching The gray whale is the most common species seen near the coast of Baja. Other whales are present but tend to seek deeper waters while the gray whale's swim in shallow waters seeking Baja's many lagoons for calving. Golf Rosarito Beach is located between two golf courses, just a few miles north The Real Del Mar Golf Course, to the south the Baja Mar Golf Course. Real Del Mar course has 18 holes and 76 rooms, and is located on the Scenic Road between Playas de Tijuana and Rosarito. Bajamar is located on the Scenic Road south of Rosarito; this course has 27 holes and 81 rooms Hotels There are many hotels to choose from while visiting Rosarito, from affordable and rustic to high end and elegant. A vacation to Rosarito can fit into anyone's budget and preferences. M.I.F.F Favorites Rosarito Beach Hotel (Pacifico Tower) Los Pelicanos Hotel Las Rocas Hotel Money Most prices in Baja are quoted in pesos, but tourist centers use both. Peso prices are indicated by the symbol N$ before the amount. In resort areas beware of prices being listed in US dollars. Tourist shops may take dollars but it is better to use pesos if you can. In small towns, shops often won't have change for anything over a $20 (20 peso note). American travelers checks are readily exchanged.