Guidebook for BajaMar and the Costa Azul
Groceries
Calimax is now open in Puerto Nuevo!
Just 15 miles north of BajaMar, you'll find everything you need!
8 locals recommend
Calimax Puerto Nuevo
Just 15 miles north of BajaMar, you'll find everything you need!
South of Bajamar on the Toll Road where it splits to the Zona Turistica de Ensenada. A little farther than Calimax in Puerto Nuevo but a larger selection.
Soriana Súper
South of Bajamar on the Toll Road where it splits to the Zona Turistica de Ensenada. A little farther than Calimax in Puerto Nuevo but a larger selection.
Food Scene
So many great places to eat, it is really hard to choose... here are just a few of our favorites!
Mahi Mahi
33 HidalgoTasty seafood at an affordable price.
Splash Restaurant and Bar
1015 Ensenada - RosaritoBest rooftop Maragritas on the Rosarito/Ensenada coast!
One of the best experiences you can have in Ensenada! Pass through the entrance gate and you'll see the well maintained garden areas. Go all the way to the end of the road to park in the lot on the right. Walk towards the beach and head left, you'll find the oceanfront restaurant to have good, fresh, high quality food yet affordable meal.... just amazing! There are plenty of amenities: Kayak rental, bicycle rental, boardwalk along the water, fishing spots, a private beach with few people.
10 locals recommend
Estero Beach Hotel/Resort
One of the best experiences you can have in Ensenada! Pass through the entrance gate and you'll see the well maintained garden areas. Go all the way to the end of the road to park in the lot on the right. Walk towards the beach and head left, you'll find the oceanfront restaurant to have good, fresh, high quality food yet affordable meal.... just amazing! There are plenty of amenities: Kayak rental, bicycle rental, boardwalk along the water, fishing spots, a private beach with few people.
Most amazing location, restaurant overlooks the rocky coast with waves crashing right outside the windows. Delicious seafood, fine wines, and a full bar in a luxury environment.
20 locals recommend
El Restaurante en Punta Morro
Most amazing location, restaurant overlooks the rocky coast with waves crashing right outside the windows. Delicious seafood, fine wines, and a full bar in a luxury environment.
Good food in the heart of Rosarito's shopping district. There is a nice outdoor patio to people watch while enjoying your meal.
19 locals recommend
Susanna's Restaurant
4356 MéxicoGood food in the heart of Rosarito's shopping district. There is a nice outdoor patio to people watch while enjoying your meal.
Amazingly yummy empanadas, Argentinian-style, choose your favorites to make a meal! Lots of other tasty options to enjoy in their quaint cafe or outside in front on the courtyard.
Patagonia 1829
Amazingly yummy empanadas, Argentinian-style, choose your favorites to make a meal! Lots of other tasty options to enjoy in their quaint cafe or outside in front on the courtyard.
Drinks & Nightlife
Best spot for late afternoon to settle in for an amazing sunset over the Pacific. Nice menu of light dishes to enjoy with the wines and full bar.
41 locals recommend
CuatroCuatros
Best spot for late afternoon to settle in for an amazing sunset over the Pacific. Nice menu of light dishes to enjoy with the wines and full bar.
Rosarito
Many clubs and bars to choose from...
Great margaritas with an amazing ocean view. The bar patio is on the cliff overhanging a sandy beach with the Pacific ocean laid at your feet!
21 locals recommend
Gary's La Fonda Hotel & Restaurant
Great margaritas with an amazing ocean view. The bar patio is on the cliff overhanging a sandy beach with the Pacific ocean laid at your feet!
Parks & Nature
A beautiful setting on the ocean. La Bufadora (or Blow Hole) is a great place to pickup souvenirs, local art, eat classic Baja Fish Tacos and there is often Ballet Forklorico and other cultural events on the weekends. When the blow hole is active, the water can shoot up to 150 feet and is just amazing. If you are in Ensenada, this is a must see.
134 locals recommend
La Bufadora
A beautiful setting on the ocean. La Bufadora (or Blow Hole) is a great place to pickup souvenirs, local art, eat classic Baja Fish Tacos and there is often Ballet Forklorico and other cultural events on the weekends. When the blow hole is active, the water can shoot up to 150 feet and is just amazing. If you are in Ensenada, this is a must see.
Just a 5 minute drive north on Hwy 1D us La Mision beach. Great for walking along the shore, having a picnic with family/friends, or taking a horseback ride.
8 locals recommend
Playa La Mision
Just a 5 minute drive north on Hwy 1D us La Mision beach. Great for walking along the shore, having a picnic with family/friends, or taking a horseback ride.
Entertainment & Activities
Nearing Ensenada, the Ruta del Vino Valle de Guadalupe turns inland and quickly climbs elevation (following Mexico Highway 3). Everywhere the eye can see are the rolling hills of the Mexican wine country planted with vines. The Baja wine country in the Valle de Guadalupe just may be one of the most beautiful in the world.
146 locals recommend
Guadalupe
Nearing Ensenada, the Ruta del Vino Valle de Guadalupe turns inland and quickly climbs elevation (following Mexico Highway 3). Everywhere the eye can see are the rolling hills of the Mexican wine country planted with vines. The Baja wine country in the Valle de Guadalupe just may be one of the most beautiful in the world.
Cinépolis Pabellón Rosarito
300 Boulevard B. JuárezCinépolis Plaza Marina
Arts & Culture
Great place to learn about the history of the area, relax, walk around, eat good food and take nice pictures.
28 locals recommend
STATE CENTER FOR THE ARTS
Great place to learn about the history of the area, relax, walk around, eat good food and take nice pictures.
Shopping
Costco Wholesale
Closest Costco to BajaMar.
Fun shopping area for local artisan items and a terrific spot to get fresh lobster!
148 locals recommend
Puerto Nuevo
Fun shopping area for local artisan items and a terrific spot to get fresh lobster!