Getting to Rosarito Mexico
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Getting there and around RosaritoCrossing the border from California to BajaThe border crossing at San Ysidro is open 24 hours a day. Farther east, the Otay Mesa crossing is open daily from 6 A.M. to 10 P.M. A third border crossing in Tecate, CA is open from 6 A.M. to midnight. Visitors to the northern part of Baja California do not need passports or tourist cards if staying in the country for 72 hours or less. If you plan to stay longer or travel beyond Ensenada, you'll need to obtain a tourist card. This document is free of charge; proof of U.S. citizenship is required Transportation in RosaritoMost people arrive in Rosarito by car. Once in town, however, taxis are very easy to find on the main highway, and are a convenient way to get around town or to head south for a lunch excursion. Buses stop in Rosarito for travelers headed north or south. Being close to Tijuana does have an advantage, as the International Airport has connections to many other large cities. Tourists in the border area also have the option of taking a taxi to Rosarito Beach. This eliminates the hassles of renting a car or waiting for a bus, and also eliminates waiting in the car line to cross the border when heading north again. DrivingYour U.S. auto insurance is not valid in Baja, so stop near the border at any number of insurance companies visible from the highway. Buy coverage for however many days you will be in Baja - rates are around $10 per day. From San Diego, California, take Interstate Highway 5 or Interstate 805 south. This will take you to the San Ysidro, California border crossing (at Tijuana). Bear to the right just after entering Mexico. As the road begins to split, take the second left where the signs read "Rosarito-Ensenada Scenic Road." That will take you to the road that runs along the international border (Avenida Internacional). You'll see the border fence to your right as you travel west. You'll stay on this road as you climb the first hill. Stay right and keep going straight. As you drop down into the canyon (known as "Smugglers Canyon"), you'll want to take the right turn-off to the road going west. Up another hill and then you'll drop down to Playas de Tijuana intersection. Since we are going to Rosarito Beach we'll follow the road as it curves left. Just ahead is the toll booth. A toll fee of $2.35 US dollars will take you all the way to Rosarito Beach. The 17 mile scenic trip will take about fifteen minutes. At Rosarito Beach, there are three exits off the toll road. The first exit will take your right into town. You'll drive along Benito Juárez Boulevard (main street) for about two miles to downtown. If you would prefer to avoid city traffic, stay on the toll road and take the third exit. This exit takes you directly to the heart of the tourist area (two short blocks). Shuttle busIf you are not driving down, there are companies that offer shuttle bus service from the border to this hotel. Prominent among these is Mexicoach that offers the convenience of shuttling from the Border Station Parking or from the San Diego Trolley's last stop at the U.S. side of the border to the Rosarito Beach Hotel, at the price of $8.00 Dollars round trip. Requirements for temporary importation of vehicles Proof of citizenship: birth certificate, voter registration card, passport or resident alien card (one year minimum) (original and copy). For further information on paying the temporary importation fees you can access the web in internet www.banjercito.gob.mx. Where you just have to complete two steps and your temporary vehicle import permit will be available 24 hours after your information submitted through this page and for a period of up to 15 days. Mexican auto insurance is highly recommended. Motorists should carry a valid driver’s license and proof of vehicle ownership. Always wear seatbelts. If you are stopped by the Rosarito or any Baja police for a traffic violation, follow the officer to the nearest station to pay your fine. It is illegal to offer a bribe (mordida). The Foreigners require tourist cards for visits to Baja California exceeding 72 hours, or for travel more than 100 kilometers south of the border. Cards must be validated by Immigration (Migracion) at the border or in Rosarito. Proof of citizenship (birth certificate or passport) is required. Baja California’s Added Value Tax (IVA) is 10%: hotels and RV parks charge an additional 2% Lodging Tax. Taxes are usually included in quoted prices but if in doubt, ask. The state of Baja California uses Pacific Standard Time and Daylight Savings Time. Baja California Sur observes Mountain Standard Time and Daylight Savings Time. Rosarito’s coastal climate is similar to San Diego’s with sunny summers cooled by ocean breezes, and mild winters accented with occasional rainfall. Casual or resort wear is accepted at most restaurants and nightclubs, but visitors may wish to dress more formally for business or special occasions. Avoid littering or leaving graffiti. Help preserve Rosarito and all Baja California’s fascinating yet fragile natural environment. To find hotel accommodations in Getting there and around Rosarito please use the search box below, where you will find the best hotel selection at the lowest guaranteed rates.
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