Vacation rentals in Las Gaviotas

Set on the Baja California Peninsula in Mexico, just a mere 30 miles south of the California/Mexico Border, Los Gaviotas is a coastal paradise just waiting to be discovered. Las Gaviotas is a private community with 24-hour security and just a stone’s throw away from several beautiful beaches and well-known beach towns. This is the perfect destination for couples, beach lovers, and snowbirds looking for a tropical destination just a short plane ride or drive away.

Enjoy a relaxing getaway at one of the top resort communities in Baja California. Las Gaviotas is situated right on the beach, so you can enjoy panoramic ocean views, salty air, and beach access right from the comfort of your rental. The vast majority of rentals in this area are designed with aesthetic decor, upscale furnishings, and up-to-date appliances. Cozy up with a book on the private balcony of your rental as you listen to the waves crash in the background. With such spectacular vacation rentals available, you may never want to leave Las Gaviotas.

If you’ll be flying to Las Gaviotas, the nearest airport is General A. L. Rodriguez International Airport, which is just 18 miles, or a 20-minute drive. You can either rent a car at the airport or take a taxi to Las Gaviotas. If you’ll be driving from southern California, Las Gaviotas is just a 1-hour drive south of San Diego, across the California/Mexico border.

Once you arrive in Las Gaviotas, there is no need for a car. The area is quite walkable with beaches, a market, and great restaurants all just a short walk from each other. If you’d like to visit some of the nearby attractions in neighboring towns, you can either take a bus or a taxi. Renting bikes is also a good way to see the area.

Las Gaviotas has a plethora of fun activities for couples to enjoy together. Walk hand in hand along one of the many beaches and watch the sun dip into the horizon each evening. Go to La Vid, a vibrant local art gallery and wine tasting room. Here you can browse works by local artists while you sip on delicious wines. The friendly expert can guide you through a wine tasting and explain each one.

There are quite a few different golf course options for golfers in Las Gaviotas. The golf course at Hotel Real del Mar Golf Resort is an excellent option, offering a vibrant green landscaped course. Club Campestre is another top-rated golf course in the area. Grand Del Mar Golf Club is home to another nearby course.

Rosarito Beach is home to the largest beach in Baja California and is just a short drive away from Las Gaviotas. With its endless stretch of fine-powder sand and calm waves, it’s the perfect place to spend a day lounging under the sun, swimming, and taking long walks on the beach.

Las Gaviotas is well-known for being a surfing destination with its perfect year-round climate and great waves. Rent a surfboard and book a surfing lesson with a professional instructor. You’ll be riding the waves in no time!

Take a day trip away from the coast and into the stunning mountains of Cerro El Coronel. Here you will find a stunning mountain range and several hiking trails. Some of the trails are for advanced hikers, but there are plenty of moderate options suitable for beginners. Enjoy spectacular panoramic views of the Baja Mountains and Pacific Ocean from the summit.

With its coastal location, Las Gaviotas is an excellent place to enjoy freshly caught seafood. Dine at Marea Alta for excellent fish and seafood options made from the freshest ingredients. Colectivo Surf Tasting Room is another top-rated restaurant known for its imaginative American-Mexican fusion dishes. For authentic Mexican fare, like tacos and fajitas, eat at Restaurante El Portal.

This part of Mexico is excellent for diving and snorkeling. Earn your scuba diving certificate and enjoy dives where you will see a colorful array of marine life. If you prefer snorkeling, you can rent snorkeling gear from a variety of local outfitters and jump in the water at any of the nearby beaches to explore the underwater marine life.