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.

Eastlake
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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.

Otay Mesa West
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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 Center and San Diego Bay.

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.

Nestor
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.

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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
The Rambler Hotel

The Rambler Hotel

3 out of 5
225 Bay Blvd Chula Vista CA
The price is Rp1.778.920 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
Rp1.778.920
Rp2.058.074 total
21 Apr - 22 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Chula Vista. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,095 reviews)
Pros: Rooms were clean. Bedding was clean. Staff were very friendly. Location was great. Cons: No fridge in room. Room had an awful smell randomly in the evenings (like a sewage smell). Breakfast is just muffins, yogurt, bread and coffee.

Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026

The Rambler Hotel
Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel

3.5 out of 5
800 Bay Marina Dr National City CA
The price is Rp2.719.695 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
Rp2.719.695
Rp2.996.967 total
12 Apr - 13 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in National City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a golf course. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,775 reviews)
Don’t have house keeping everyday, free parking and convenient location for freeway access and food cheap food options. Definitely not by a marina

Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
Hotel Palmeras Chula Vista

Hotel Palmeras Chula Vista

2 out of 5
230 Broadway Chula Vista CA
The price is Rp1.221.069 per night from 23 Apr to 24 Apr
Rp1.221.069
Rp1.343.210 total
23 Apr - 24 Apr
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! (2,194 reviews)
Everything was good

Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026

Hotel Palmeras Chula Vista
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.
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

4 out of 5
502 10th Avenue San Diego CA
Stay at this aparthotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Petco Park and Port of San Diego ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (821 reviews)
I loved my stay. Very clean, safe and comfortable. Definitely will be coming back to stay here again!

Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

3.5 out of 5
701 A St San Diego CA
Stay at this business-friendly condo in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,053 reviews)
Everything was great. The only thing it's worth mentioning. The pool is indoors but it's not heated.

Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego
Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel

Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel

2.5 out of 5
819 University Ave San Diego CA
Stay at this aparthotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (330 reviews)
Central location

Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026

Uptown Inn by Vantaggio - Limited Service Apart-Hotel
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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