Rosarito

Travel Guide

Rosarito showing a sunset, general coastal views and a beach
Rosarito which includes a sandy beach
Rosarito which includes rugged coastline and general coastal views
Rosarito featuring a luxury hotel or resort, rugged coastline and a pool
Rosarito featuring a beach and general coastal views

Choose your accommodation from the range of oceanfront hotels that line the coast of this resort town and spend your days exploring beaches, seafood restaurants and craft shops.

Rosarito is an exciting resort community on Baja California’s gorgeous Gold Coast. The coastal city is an idyllic destination for enjoying a rejuvenating getaway at a luxury resort and indulging your senses at wellness spas. Take in magnificent views of the Pacific Ocean and the wide Baja California sky as you take long strolls along the beach or sit back at a waterfront restaurant. Hit Rosarito’s sapphire beaches with your surfboard or snorkel and practice your swing at one of the city’s fantastic golf courses.

The city’s chief lure is undeniably its beautiful stretch of coastline. Check out Rosarito Beach, which is a broad and sandy sweep of beach directly fronting the city centre. The small beach has a family atmosphere and a long strip of vendors selling snacks and drinks. Four-wheeled motorbike rental and horse-riding or paragliding tours are available. Another beautiful beach fronts the neighbourhood of La Paloma.

Many hotels and resorts in Rosarito can help you organise sightseeing adventures and equipment rental. Try stand-up paddleboarding, rent a Jet Ski or jump onboard a boat tour. Snorkeling and scuba-diving tours give you a closer look at Baja California’s amazing ocean life. Grab your surfboard and check the swell from Punta Descanso to Punta Mezquite. Rosarito’s wonderful golf courses are ideal for taking in the scenery while fine-tuning your technique.

Save time to stroll around the city and check out stores selling souvenirs. Pick up gifts such as sterling silverware, woven blankets, leather goods and onyx crafts at the craft market. If you’re a film fan, be sure to visit Baja Film Studios and find out about the Hollywood movies that were filmed here.

Wander along Benito Juarez Boulevard and pick from the many restaurants serving authentic cuisine and local wines. Rosarito’s waterfront bars are perfectly placed for watching sunsets (and sunrises, too).

Rosarito is a half-hour drive south from Tijuana San Diego is a little over an hours’ drive away. A wide variety of resorts and hotels are available. Rosarito is an exciting family-friendly destination on Baja’s northern coast.

Where to stay in Rosarito

Rosarito showing a beach and waves

Centro Playas

If you're spending some time in Centro Playas, Rosarito Beach and Artisan Market are top sights worth seeing.

Centro Playas
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La Paloma

Uncover some of the top draws of La Paloma like its beaches and restaurants. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, stop by Rosarito Beach or Baja Gallery.

La Paloma
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Castillos del Mar

While there might not be top attractions in Castillos del Mar, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Rosarito Beach and Baja Studios.

Castillos del Mar
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Mazatlan

Mazatlan might not have many top sights, but Rosarito Beach and Baja Gallery are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Mazatlan
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Villas de Rosarito

While there might not be top attractions in Villas de Rosarito, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Rosarito Beach and Rosarito Theatre.

Villas de Rosarito
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Rosarito Shores

While there might not be top attractions in Rosarito Shores, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Rosarito Beach and Baja Gallery.

Rosarito Shores
Rosarito Beach Hotel

Rosarito Beach Hotel

3 out of 5
Boulevard Benito Juarez # 31, Playas de Rosarito, BC
The price is RM459 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
RM459
RM518 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Playas de Rosarito. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,219 reviews)
"The hotel is older, but you can’t beat the price for a room with an ocean front view. Even though the hotel is older, everything was still clean and my girl and I had a wonderful day."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Rosarito Beach Hotel
Hotel Festival Plaza Playas Rosarito

Hotel Festival Plaza Playas Rosarito

3 out of 5
Blvd Benito Juarez 1207, Centro, Playas de Rosarito, BC
The price is RM363 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
RM363
RM410 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Playas de Rosarito. Enjoy free breakfast, a full-service spa, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the breakfast and the clean ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,656 reviews)
"The rooms were very clean, there was so many dinning options with in a short walk. It was such a peaceful stay."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

Hotel Festival Plaza Playas Rosarito
Hotel Castillos del Mar

Hotel Castillos del Mar

3 out of 5
Km 29,5 Carretera Libre Tijuana, Ensenada, Playas de Rosarito, BC
The price is RM366 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
RM366
RM413 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Playas de Rosarito. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
6.8/10 (1,029 reviews)
"The Sunil suites are incredible overlooking the ocean"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Hotel Castillos del Mar
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Quinta Pacifica Beachfront Villas

Quinta Pacifica Beachfront Villas

3.5 out of 5
Blvd Benito Juárez KM 26, Playas de Rosarito, BC
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Playas de Rosarito. Enjoy a private beach, 2 hot tubs, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
6.6/10 (431 reviews)
"I traveled with young kids and it was amazing. It was very quiet and peaceful. The staff were amazing 10/10. The place was clean and nicely decorated. Everything was perfect with the exeption that there is no air conditioner. If these villas had air conditioner it would be a 10/10. Please consider ..."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2025

Quinta Pacifica Beachfront Villas
La Paloma Condos

La Paloma Condos

4.5 out of 5
Ensenada Lopez Rodriguez, Playas de Rosarito, BC
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury condo in Playas de Rosarito. Enjoy free parking, 4 outdoor pools, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Rosarito Beach and Rosarito ...
La Paloma Condos
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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