Puerto Nuevo Travel Guide

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Puerto Nuevo featuring tropical scenes, general coastal views and landscape views
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Puerto Nuevo which includes general coastal views

The small fishing village known as the lobster capital of Baja California has a range of restaurants serving the seafood delicacy, as well as a surf break and plenty of shops.

Stroll around Puerto Nuevo’s waterfront streets and enjoy the relaxed pace of this fishing town. Tucked into a magnificent stretch of Baja California’s Gold Coast, Puerto Nuevo has a wide range of restaurants and hotels, as well as a shopping strip and a surf beach. Sample the village’s famous lobster dishes or enjoy traditional-style Baja California fare.

Puerto Nuevo is split into three small localities. The majority of the village’s shops and restaurants are located in its northern section. Wander around the township’s streets to find over 30 different seafood restaurants serving Baja Californian and traditional Mexican fare. Many of the village’s restaurants serve the local specialty, Puerto Nuevo-style lobster. Treat yourself to a fresh serve of the decadent dish and savor the taste of spicy pico de gallo, rice, beans and pan-fried split lobster with handmade flour tortillas. The largest of the restaurants in the northern section is the ocean-facing Villa Ortegas, but it is believed the tradition began in the cozy Restaurant Puerto Nuevo II.

Save some time to spend wandering around the village’s shops. Pick up local handicrafts, souvenirs, gifts and curios or take a seat on a busy street and people-watch. The waterfront promenade, Paseo del Mar, presents great views of the Pacific Ocean. Look out over the waves crashing on the shoreline or turn toward the mountains that rise steeply toward the east.

Experience an indulgent vacation in Puerto Nuevo when you stay at the resorts located in the center of the village’s narrow waterfront stretch. Book a tour with Baja Diving Adventures to explore the rugged coastline or go on an off-road adventure in the nearby dunes with a motorbike tour. You’ll find the infamous surf break known as Captain Ron’s situated a short distance north of Puerto Nuevo.

Puerto Nuevo is located on Baja California’s northwestern coast. The village is 20-minutes’ drive south of Rosarito Beach and an hours’ drive north from the coastal town of Ensenada. Public buses reach the village from both of these towns, but may be infrequent. Fly into Tijuana International Airport and reach Puerto Nuevo in less than an hour. Experience Puerto Nuevo-style lobster at its source in this cozy village.


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Top hotels in Puerto Nuevo

Puerto Nuevo Baja Hotel & Villas

Puerto Nuevo Baja Hotel & Villas

3 out of 5
Carr. Libre a Ensenada 4490, Mar de Puerto Nuevo I, Playas de Rosarito, BC
The price is ₹6,841 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
₹6,841
₹7,768 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Playas de Rosarito. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,666 reviews)
"Nice resort, really laid back and they have a shuttle to the wine country. Right next to all the restaurants in Puerto Nuevo"

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

Puerto Nuevo Baja Hotel & Villas
El Capitan Resort

El Capitan Resort

2.5 out of 5
Cto. Baja California Sur, 21802, Playas de Rosarito, BC
Stay at this beach hotel in Playas de Rosarito. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions All the Pretty Horses of Baja Rides and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (24 reviews)
Peacefully away from home.
"We had an amazing time. Dave, the owner greeted us and helped ( we had an unexpected hiccup with the booking) and resolved it. Getting away from our busy and hectic lives with an autistic child and for her to not have a single anxiety nor panic attack because we were literally like at home said no ..."

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2025

El Capitan Resort
Hotel Festival Plaza Playas Rosarito

Hotel Festival Plaza Playas Rosarito

3 out of 5
Blvd Benito Juarez 1207, Centro, Playas de Rosarito, BC
The price is ₹6,838 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
₹6,838
₹7,727 total
22 Jul - 23 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Playas de Rosarito. Enjoy free breakfast, a full-service spa and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the breakfast and the clean rooms ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,549 reviews)
"Security next to elevator during the night was rude and not helpful. Needs better training!!!!!"

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Hotel Festival Plaza Playas Rosarito
Rosarito Beach Hotel

Rosarito Beach Hotel

3 out of 5
Boulevard Benito Juarez # 31, Playas de Rosarito, BC
The price is ₹13,645 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
₹13,645
₹15,419 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Playas de Rosarito. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,162 reviews)
"What we liked was the location, Center of Town was ideal. Didn’t like, Building being 101 years old. Beds & TV almost the same age."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Rosarito Beach Hotel
Hotel Corona Plaza

Hotel Corona Plaza

3 out of 5
Calle Cedro #151, Zona Centro, Playas de Rosarito, BC
The price is ₹6,931 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
₹6,931
₹7,832 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Playas de Rosarito. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
6.6/10 (1,305 reviews)
"The hotel hace dos section one old one and new. The breakfast was simple egg , beans and chilaquiles."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Hotel Corona Plaza
Hotel Castillos del Mar

Hotel Castillos del Mar

3 out of 5
Km 29,5 Carretera Libre Tijuana, Ensenada, Playas de Rosarito, BC
The price is ₹7,358 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
₹7,358
₹8,314 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Playas de Rosarito. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
6.8/10 (1,008 reviews)
"Loved the beach amenities like hammocks and beach side food and drink. Love that yoga is available on the weekend but needs to be promoted or advertised better. Felt like I was in a mini resort. Don't like the location of the pool in the parking lot. Room amenities were not great. Not enough towels, ..."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

Hotel Castillos del Mar
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Other neighbourhoods around Puerto Nuevo

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Las Gaviotas

While there might not be top attractions in Las Gaviotas, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Christ of the Sacred Heart and Baja Studios.

Las Gaviotas
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Playa Encantada

Playa Encantada might not have many top sights, but Baja Studios and Rosarito Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Playa Encantada
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Castillos del Mar

While there might not be top attractions in Castillos del Mar, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Rosarito Beach and Baja Studios.

Castillos del Mar
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Villas de Rosarito

While there might not be top attractions in Villas de Rosarito, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Rosarito Beach and Rosarito Theatre.

Villas de Rosarito
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La Paloma

Uncover some of the top draws of La Paloma like its beaches and restaurants. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, stop by Rosarito Beach or Rosarito Theatre.

La Paloma
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Mazatlan

Mazatlan might not have many top sights, but Rosarito Beach and Rosarito Theatre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Mazatlan

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