The 10 Best Rosarito Airbnbs (#9 Has a Fire Pit on a Cliff over the Ocean)

Looking for the best Rosarito Airbnbs?

You’re in the right place as I’ve called Mexico home since 2018, and I’ve stayed in 50+ Airbnbs all over the country.

Rosarito Beach is a beach town about 30 minutes south of Tijuana, with surf, lobster in Puerto Nuevo and the studios where Titanic was filmed — and some of Mexico’s best Airbnbs.

👀 Curious about my top pick? It’s the gated beachfront home with a private gate to the sand — check it out here.

The tricky part is that many of the best beach houses are in quiet gated communities north or south of town, so you’ll trade walkability for ocean views. That’s where I come in!

I’ve hand-picked a list of places, all with nearly-5 star ratings, lots of glowing reviews, and Airbnb’s Guest Favorite badge.

My Top 3 Picks: The Best Rosarito Airbnbs

⚠️ If none of these work, browse all the Rosarito Airbnbs here, and use their filters to narrow down your search to find your ideal place.

The 10 Best Rosarito Airbnbs

1. Gated Beachfront Home with a Private Gate to the Sand

• 📍 Neighborhood: Rosarito (north end, Santa Monica Beach)
• ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 8, families
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Imagine unlocking a gate and setting your feet right on the sand.

This spacious family vacation home sits directly in front of the Pacific, with nothing blocking your view or your way to the beach.

Picture yourself grilling on the big multi-level beach patio while the kids explore the tide pools nearby.

Go for long walks on the beach, north or south, with the Coronado Islands on the horizon.

It’s inside a quiet gated community with a 24/7 guard station, and beach towels, chairs and an umbrella are ready for you.

It sleeps 8 guests in 3 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms, and downtown Rosarito is about a 10- to 15-minute drive.

Heads up: there are no stores or restaurants within walking distance, so plan on a car, Uber or taxis.

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2. Two-Bedroom Oceanfront Condo with Heated Pools at La Jolla del Mar

• 📍 Neighborhood: Rosarito (Playa Encantada)
• ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 6, families
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This condo is ranked in the top 10% of homes on Airbnb, and the ocean view from the 11th floor is the reason.

It’s in La Jolla del Mar, a resort-style complex on beautiful Playa Encantada with its own private sandy beach.

Picture yourself floating in the heated infinity pool, then moving to a hot tub or the sauna as the sun goes down.

There are 3 pools in all, plus a dedicated workspace in a room with a door for when you need to check in with work.

Inside, there’s a full kitchen with a Keurig, a washer and dryer, and Netflix on the HDTV.

It sleeps 6 guests in 2 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms, and downtown Rosarito is about 7 minutes away.

Heads up: security gives every guest a wristband at the gate, and the complex charges a small per-guest fee for it.

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3. Tiny Sky House with Ocean Views, a Minute from the Surf

• 📍 Neighborhood: Rosarito (Near Popotla)
• ❤️ Best for: Couples, friends, solo travelers, digital nomads, budget travelers
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This tiny house is ranked in the top 5% of homes on Airbnb, and it was built by a creative, mainly for creatives.

You’ll have the whole upper deck to yourself, with views over the bay and the beach.

Picture your morning coffee out on the deck, then a 60-second walk to put your feet in the surf.

Photographers love the incredible tide pools, and the host says it’s a great spot for yoga, meditation or a good bottle of wine.

There’s fast 100 Mbps Wi-Fi, a fridge, a microwave, a rice cooker and a Keurig, and some really good restaurants are about a 10-minute walk.

It sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom with 1 bathroom.

Heads up: there’s no full kitchen, and you’ll climb a flight of stairs to get up to the house.

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4. Four-Bedroom Oceanfront Penthouse with Private Jacuzzis at La Jolla del Mar

• 📍 Neighborhood: Rosarito (Playa Encantada)
• ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 12, families
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Spread across two stories, this oceanfront penthouse has two terraces, two primary suites and its own indoor jacuzzis.

Picture the whole crew on the electric recliners in the big living room, with a huge smart TV and the ocean out the window.

Downstairs at La Jolla del Mar, you’ll find 3 heated pools, outdoor hot tubs and a private sandy beach.

There’s also a fully equipped gym with a steam room and a waterfront clubhouse.

On cooler nights, switch on the electric fireplace, and there’s a dedicated workspace in a common area.

It sleeps 12 guests in 4 bedrooms with 3.5 bathrooms, and San Diego is about an hour’s drive away.

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5. Renovated Beach House with Private Beach Access in Baja del Mar

• 📍 Neighborhood: Rosarito (Baja del Mar, north end)
• ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 8, families
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The hosts spent months renovating this beach house, inside and out, and it sits directly on the beach.

It’s in Baja del Mar, a small, quiet gated community with unobstructed views of the ocean and the Coronado Islands.

Picture a lazy day of playing in the sand and surf, then rinsing off and watching the sunset from the patio.

Traveling with little ones?

There’s a travel crib and children’s dinnerware.

Here’s a fun extra: you can call U.S. phone numbers for free from the phone in the living room.

It sleeps 8 guests in 3 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms.

Heads up: it’s not within walking distance of the restaurants and bars in town, so you’ll want a car or a taxi.

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6. Oceanfront Condo with Walk-Out Access to a Heated Infinity Pool

• 📍 Neighborhood: Rosarito (Calafia, south of downtown)
• ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 6, families
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This freshly remodeled condo is one of only 5 units with walk-out access to the terrace-level heated pool, and the view is unreal.

Picture yourself stepping straight from your patio into that vanishing-edge pool, with the Pacific below you.

When you’re ready to move, there are tennis, basketball and sand volleyball courts, with rackets and balls included.

At night, gather around the main deck fire pits, or stream a movie on the 65-inch smart TV.

An on-site masseuse can even come to your condo.

It sleeps 6 guests in 2 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms, and Puerto Nuevo’s famous lobster is about 10 minutes away.

Heads up: kids under 18 can’t use the terrace pool, but they’re welcome in the complex’s other pools.

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7. Three-Bedroom House with AC near Downtown Rosarito

• 📍 Neighborhood: Rosarito (Magisterial)
• ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 8, families, budget travelers
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Want to live like a local in Rosarito?

This cozy house is in a relaxed neighborhood, with sushi, pizza, burger and barbacoa spots, a grocery store and a pharmacy on the same block.

A footbridge around the corner takes you to downtown and the beach within minutes.

Picture an evening around the fire pit after a day of quad rentals and tacos at the famous Tacos el Yaqui.

Inside, there’s central AC, a full kitchen, board games and a dedicated workspace, plus gated parking.

It sleeps 8 guests in 3 bedrooms with 1 bathroom, and Papas & Beer is just minutes away.

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8. One-Bedroom Beach House with Sunset Views and a Fire Pit

• 📍 Neighborhood: Rosarito (Near the Rosarito Beach Hotel)
• ❤️ Best for: Couples, friends, solo travelers, digital nomads
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This beach house is ranked in the top 10% of homes on Airbnb, with private access to the beach.

Bring your loved one and picture the two of you watching one of Rosarito’s most beautiful sunsets from your private patio.

Light the fire pit, fire up the charcoal grill and rinse off the sand in the outdoor shower.

Inside, there’s a queen bed with room-darkening shades, portable AC and a 43-inch TV with Netflix and Prime Video.

It sleeps 3 guests in 1 bedroom with 1 bathroom, in a very safe community.

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9. Clifftop Oceanfront Home with a Private Fire Pit

• 📍 Neighborhood: Rosarito (La Barca)
• ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 6, families, pet-friendly
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Wake up facing the ocean and fall asleep to the sound of the waves.

Casa Sirena is ranked in the top 10% of homes on Airbnb, and it’s perched on a cliff with panoramic Pacific views.

Picture yourself on the covered terrace by your own oceanfront fire pit, with the waves crashing right in front of you.

The common areas have a deck suspended right by the beach, plus a play area for kids under 10.

Inside, there’s a modern design, AC, a washer and a dedicated workspace, and one dog is welcome.

It sleeps 6 guests in 2 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms, and downtown Rosarito is about 5 minutes away by car.

Heads up: the beach here is mostly rocky, but at low tide you can walk over to the sand at Campo Alfonso.

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10. Ocean-View Hacienda Villa in a Gated Beach Community

• 📍 Neighborhood: Rosarito (Las Gaviotas, south of town)
• ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 4
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Keep an eye on the water from the patio at Villa Pacifica, because whales and dolphins sometimes swim by.

This hacienda-style villa sits in Las Gaviotas, a guard-gated beach community with cobblestone streets and an oceanfront malecón.

Inside, you’ll find Saltillo tile floors, wood-beamed ceilings, Talavera tile and a wood-burning fireplace.

Picture margaritas on the flower-filled patio while something sizzles on the gas grill.

The community has a pool, a hot tub, tennis and pickleball courts, and a private beach known for its surf.

There’s also a washer and dryer, fiber-optic Wi-Fi and a dedicated workspace.

It sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms, and downtown Rosarito is a short drive north.

Heads up: the community strictly limits stays to 4 guests, including babies, and turns away day visitors at the gate.

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Best Rosarito Airbnbs FAQ

Stay near downtown if you want to walk to restaurants and nightlife, or head south toward Puerto Nuevo and K-38 for lobster and surf.

Looking for more beach towns? Check out the best Mexico beach towns that aren’t Cancun.

Wondering about safety? Don’t miss my list of the safest beaches in Mexico.

Many beach houses north and south of town aren’t within walking distance of shops or restaurants, so a car makes getting around easier.

Driving down from the U.S.? Check out my guide to crossing the Mexican border by car.

Before you go, read up on the requirements for driving to Mexico.

Valle de Guadalupe’s wine country is about 30 minutes to an hour away, and Ensenada is about an hour away.