South Bay, CA

Travel Guide

Waves in the Pacific Ocean and the fishing pier at sunset, in Imperial Beach, California.; Shutterstock ID 254142166
Sunset at the beach
Running trail
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Always watch the sunset at the beach.

Where to stay in South Bay

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

Eastlake

While Eastlake isn't home to many top sights, Sky Zone San Diego Indoor Trampoline Park and Chula Vista Elite Athlete Training Center are some notable places to visit nearby.

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

2.5/5(11 area reviews)

While Nestor isn't home to many top sights, San Ysidro Border Crossing and Imperial Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Ocean View Hills

While Ocean View Hills might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Sesame Place San Diego and North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre.

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

4/5(101 area reviews)

Live music, theaters, and restaurants are some highlights of Otay. You might stop by San Ysidro Border Crossing or Sesame Place San Diego while you're in the area.

Otay
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 NT$4,585 per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
NT$4,585
NT$5,052 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in National City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a golf course. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,753 reviews)
Great experience.

Reviewed on 2026/3/14

Best Western Plus Marina Gateway Hotel
The Rambler Hotel

The Rambler Hotel

3 out of 5
225 Bay Blvd Chula Vista CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NT$3,810 per night from Mar 25 to Mar 26
NT$3,810
NT$4,408 total
Mar 25 - Mar 26
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Chula Vista. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,072 reviews)
Pretty cool,

Reviewed on 2026/3/11

The Rambler Hotel
Hotel Palmeras Chula Vista

Hotel Palmeras Chula Vista

2 out of 5
230 Broadway Chula Vista CA
The price is NT$2,129 per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
NT$2,129
NT$2,341 total
Mar 16 - Mar 17
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Chula Vista. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (2,174 reviews)
Room was clean, wifi was good, parking was safe. Overall, it met our needs of the trip. If I was staying longer, I would like a workout area in addition to the pool area.

Reviewed on 2026/3/14

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 WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Petco Park and Port of San Diego ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (764 reviews)
Clean friendly staff

Reviewed on 2026/3/13

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

Marriott Vacation Club®, San Diego

3.5 out of 5
701 A St San Diego CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly condo in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,032 reviews)
Nice room

Reviewed on 2026/3/14

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 WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions San Diego Zoo and Balboa Park are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (315 reviews)
Bathroom was disgusting! HUGE amount of hair in shower and worst smell! OBVIOUSLY, the shower was not cleaned properly. The bedding had stains everywhere! Thank goodness I brought my own.

Reviewed on 2026/3/11

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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