South Bay Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Waves in the Pacific Ocean and the fishing pier at sunset, in Imperial Beach, California.; Shutterstock ID 254142166
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Where to stay in South Bay

Houses surrounding a golf course in Eastlake Chula Vista, drone shot.

Eastlake

When in Eastlake, you can plan a visit to Sky Zone San Diego Indoor Trampoline Park and Chula Vista Elite Athlete Training Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Otay Mesa West

Even though there aren't top sights in Otay Mesa West, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like San Ysidro Border Crossing. Jump on the metro at Iris Avenue Trolley Station to see more of the city.

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Paradise Hills

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Paradise Hills and surrounding area, you can visit Chula Vista Municipal Golf Course - Mountain and Chula Vista Center.

Paradise Hills
Botanical Garden and Lily pond in Balboa Park, San Diego

Nestor

Nestor might not have many top sights, but San Ysidro Border Crossing and Imperial Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Ocean View Hills

When in Ocean View Hills, you can plan a visit to Sesame Place San Diego and North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ocean View Hills
Southern California Nature Winter Landscape Series, two bold eagles sitting on the tree at Lower Otay Lake in Chula Vista, USA

Otay

Get to know Otay by checking out its live music, theatres and restaurants. Consider a visit to nearby sights like San Ysidro Border Crossing or Sesame Place San Diego during your time in the area.

Otay
Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - Chula Vista by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - Chula Vista by IHG

2.5 out of 5
632 E Street Chula Vista CA
The price is NZ$226 per night from 25 May to 26 May
NZ$226
25 May - 26 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chula Vista. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,149 reviews)
Super friendly staff, clean room and the facilities. We appreciated the complimentary breakfast, the breakfast lady was working hard to keep the place clean and refill the food. I would definitely stay here again.

Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Holiday Inn Express San Diego South - Chula Vista by IHG
Hotel Palmeras Chula Vista

Hotel Palmeras Chula Vista

2 out of 5
230 Broadway Chula Vista CA
The price is NZ$142 per night from 25 May to 26 May
NZ$142
25 May - 26 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Chula Vista. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.2/10 Good! (2,216 reviews)
The motel is looking pretty rundown. The mattress was hard and the pillows too fat.

Reviewed on 13 May 2026

Hotel Palmeras Chula Vista
Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center

Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center

4 out of 5
1000 H Street Chula Vista CA
The price is NZ$693 per night from 25 May to 26 May
NZ$693
25 May - 26 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Chula Vista. Enjoy 3 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 8 restaurants. Popular attractions San Diego Bay and Hotel del Coronado ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (337 reviews)
Pool area and wave pool are a lot of fun! We need better ice cream & food choices for the kiddos. Guacamole needs salt and lime. The “salsa” needs to taste less like ketchup.

Reviewed on 14 May 2026

Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center
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.
Spacious ocean View Penthouse sleeps 8-10 w/large ocean facing deck!

Spacious ocean View Penthouse sleeps 8-10 w/large ocean facing deck!

Imperial Beach CA
Stay at this beach condo in Imperial Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a garden. Popular attractions San Diego Bay and Las Americas Premium Outlets ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (166 reviews)
The residence was rundown, and a lot of things were broken and dirty. The bedding was stained and dirty. The walls and vents were filthy. There was duct tape on the window in sliding doors. The outdoor furniture was rusted and ripped. We stayed one night during our six day trip and immediately booked ...

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Spacious ocean View Penthouse sleeps 8-10 w/large ocean facing deck!
Beachfront- Gorgeous 4 Bedroom  House

Beachfront- Gorgeous 4 Bedroom House

Imperial Beach CA
Stay at this holiday home in Imperial Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions San Diego Bay and Las Americas Premium ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (98 reviews)
I travel all year long. But this is the place where you want to make great memories. This is the closest to the ocean of any house beach. The view is breathtaking. I wish they had a monthly rental.

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026

Beachfront- Gorgeous 4 Bedroom House
Beautiful Sunny 3 Bedroom Ground Floor with Southwest View of the Ocean

Beautiful Sunny 3 Bedroom Ground Floor with Southwest View of the Ocean

Imperial Beach CA
Stay at this condo in Imperial Beach. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions San Diego Bay and Las Americas Premium Outlets are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (67 reviews)
Great place. The view was perfect. Room was clean. The pool was perfect. Walked on the beach and the pier. We had a amazing weekend.

Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026

Beautiful Sunny 3 Bedroom Ground Floor with Southwest View of the Ocean
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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