The 10 Best Mexicali Airbnbs (#4 Is a Lakefront Villa with a Private Pool)
Looking for the best Mexicali 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.
Mexicali is the capital of Baja California, right on the U.S. border across from Calexico, California, and famous for its scorching summers — and some of Mexico’s best Airbnbs.
👀 Curious about my top pick? It’s the two-bedroom CC Towers condo with access to a pool, gym and rooftop terrace — check it out here.
The tricky part is that Mexicali’s rentals range from condos near the downtown border crossing to houses in gated communities across the city, so it’s hard to tell which one fits your trip. 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 Mexicali Airbnbs
| Name | Neighborhood | Best for | See more |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1️⃣ Two-Bedroom Condo with Pool and Gym Access at CC Towers | Centro Cívico | Groups of up to 6, families, pet-friendly | ➡️ Check it out |
| 2️⃣ Three-Bedroom Family Home in a Gated Community | Ibiza Residencial | Groups of up to 8, families, pet-friendly | ➡️ Check it out |
| 3️⃣ Three-Bedroom House with a Private Pool and Pool Table | Laguna Campestre | Groups of up to 12, families, pet-friendly | ➡️ Check it out |
⚠️ If none of these work, browse all the Mexicali Airbnbs here, and use their filters to narrow down your search to find your ideal place.
The 10 Best Mexicali Airbnbs
1. Two-Bedroom Condo with Pool and Gym Access at CC Towers
- 📍 Neighborhood: Mexicali (Centro Cívico)
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 6, families, pet-friendly
- ➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
You’ll love coming home to this modern two-bedroom condo on the 5th floor of CC Towers, in the heart of Mexicali’s Centro Cívico.
The building’s social club has a pool with lounge chairs, a fully equipped gym and a game room.
Picture yourself cooling off in the pool on a hot afternoon, then grilling dinner on the 9th-floor rooftop terrace with panoramic city views.
Inside, there’s AC in every room, a fully equipped kitchen with a Keurig coffee maker, and a washer and dryer.
Movie nights are easy with the 75-inch 4K smart TV, and the rooftop has a business center for remote work.
Restaurants, cafés, banks and shops are steps away, and it’s about 1.8 miles (2.9 km) from the Garita Centro border crossing.
Parking for two cars is included, and up to two pets are welcome.
It sleeps 6 guests in 2 bedrooms with 1 bathroom.
Heads up: the pool is shared with the rest of the building.
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2. Three-Bedroom Family Home in a Gated Community
- 📍 Neighborhood: Mexicali (Ibiza Residencial)
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 8, families, pet-friendly
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This two-story family home sits in Ibiza Residencial, a private gated community just minutes from Av. Cetys and Gómez Morín.
Picture yourself sipping your morning coffee in the private, fully fenced backyard while the kids play.
The community park has a children’s playground, plus barbecue grills you can reserve for an extra fee.
The master bedroom has its own bathroom and a large walk-in closet.
There’s central AC with a Nest thermostat, a 65-inch 4K smart TV and a dedicated workspace in a room with a door.
The kitchen is fully equipped, and the laundry room has a washer and dryer.
The host says the new border crossing is nearby, and parking for two cars is included.
Up to two pets are welcome.
It sleeps 8 guests in 3 bedrooms with 2.5 bathrooms.
Heads up: all the bedrooms are upstairs.
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3. Three-Bedroom House with a Private Pool and Pool Table
- 📍 Neighborhood: Mexicali (Laguna Campestre)
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 12, families, pet-friendly
- ➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
You’ll fall in love with the backyard at this single-level family home, with a private pool, sun loungers and a covered terrace.
Picture yourself floating in the pool while the kids race down the playground’s two slides, then firing up the grill for dinner.
There’s also a pool table, a foosball table, a fire pit and an indoor playroom for the kids.
From the house, you can watch pelicans and ducks on the lagoon in season.
Inside, there’s central AC, a TV with Netflix and Disney+, a Wolf stove and oven, and a washer and dryer.
A trunk by the pool is stocked with floats and water guns, and there’s free parking on the property.
Up to two pets are welcome.
It sleeps 12 guests in 3 bedrooms with 2.5 bathrooms.
Heads up: the pool has no railing, and live music isn’t allowed (small speakers only).
➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
4. Four-Bedroom Lakefront Villa with a Private Pool
- 📍 Neighborhood: Mexicali (Campestre)
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 12, pet-friendly
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This four-bedroom country villa sits right in front of a lake in the Campestre neighborhood, perfect for nature lovers.
Picture yourself watching a beautiful sunset from the terrace, then gathering around the fire pit as the evening cools down.
The private pool and a children’s playground with swings and a slide keep everyone busy.
There’s AC, ceiling fans, a wood-burning fireplace and a 55-inch TV with Netflix and Disney+.
The outdoor kitchen has a sink and a gas grill, and the house has lake and golf course views.
Up to four pets are welcome, and there’s a two-car carport.
It sleeps 12 guests in 4 bedrooms with 4 bathrooms.
Heads up: the pool has no railing, and live music isn’t allowed (small speakers only).
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5. Three-Bedroom Home Near the Garita Oriente Border Crossing
- 📍 Neighborhood: Mexicali (near Residencial Casa Maya)
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 10, families
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This brand-new home is about 0.9 miles (1.4 km) from the Garita Oriente border crossing, and the host says the airport is about 15 minutes away.
It’s in a private gated community with 24-hour guards at the entrance.
Picture yourself watching the game on the big outdoor TV on the second-floor terrace, which has seating for six.
The master bedroom has a king bed, a walk-in closet and a bathroom with two sinks, and the second bedroom also has its own bathroom.
There’s central AC and heating, a washer and dryer, and a kitchen with a breakfast bar and a dining table for six.
A private two-car garage and a fenced backyard with a BBQ grill round it out.
It sleeps 10 guests in 3 bedrooms with 3.5 bathrooms.
Heads up: all the bedrooms are upstairs, and you’ll need to show ID at the gate.
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6. Two-Bedroom Family Home Near the Historic Center
- 📍 Neighborhood: Mexicali (Colonia Industrial)
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 4, families, budget travelers
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This cozy family home sits in a quiet residential neighborhood in the heart of Mexicali.
The host says it’s 5 minutes from the international border crossing and the civic center, and close to the historic center (La Chinesca).
Picture yourself heading out for dinner in La Chinesca, then coming back to a calm, quiet street for the night.
Besides the two bedrooms, there’s a living room, a dining room and a small study with a TV.
There’s split AC, Wi-Fi with an Ethernet connection, and a dedicated workspace in a room with a door.
The kitchen has a gas stove, oven, microwave and blender, and there’s free parking on the property.
It’s a single-level home with self check-in, so arriving is easy.
It sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms with 1 bathroom.
Heads up: there’s no washer or dryer.
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7. Three-Bedroom House in a Gated Community
- 📍 Neighborhood: Mexicali (near Victoria Residencial, off Lázaro Cárdenas)
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 8, families, pet-friendly
- ➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
Luke’s House is a new, spacious three-bedroom home in a gated community with 24/7 security guards.
Picture yourself strolling 3 minutes to the shopping plaza for a movie and dinner, then relaxing back home with your feet up.
Every room has a smart TV, and there’s split AC, ceiling fans and a dedicated workspace in a room with a door.
The kitchen is fully equipped, and the laundry room has a washer and dryer.
It’s on Lázaro Cárdenas, a fast route across the city, and the host says it’s 15 minutes from the border crossing and 20 minutes from the airport.
Up to two pets are welcome, and there’s free parking on the property.
It sleeps 8 guests in 3 bedrooms with 2.5 bathrooms.
Heads up: the bedrooms are upstairs, the clubhouse isn’t for guests, and you may wait a few minutes at the gate to register.
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8. Modern Three-Bedroom Home with a Private Garage
- 📍 Neighborhood: Mexicali (Prohogar)
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 8, families, pet-friendly
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This modern two-story home is in what the host calls one of the best areas of Mexicali, minutes from shopping malls and restaurants.
Picture yourself enjoying your morning coffee in the private, fully fenced backyard, with your pup along for the trip.
The primary bedroom has its own bathroom and a large walk-in closet, and all three bedrooms have queen memory foam beds.
Two AC systems cover the whole house, and there’s a 65-inch 4K smart TV and a dedicated workspace.
The kitchen is fully equipped with a Keurig coffee maker, and the laundry room has a washer and dryer.
There’s a private garage, and up to two pets are welcome.
It sleeps 8 guests in 3 bedrooms with 2.5 bathrooms.
Heads up: all the bedrooms are upstairs.
➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
9. Three-Bedroom House Near the Airport
- 📍 Neighborhood: Mexicali (near Fraccionamiento Saturno)
- ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 6, families
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This three-bedroom house is in a quiet private community in Mexicali’s newer area, with 24/7 security and two guard booths at the entrance.
It’s about a 15-minute drive from the airport and the new border crossing, and close to shopping malls, restaurants and movie theaters.
Picture yourself grilling on the charcoal BBQ in the fully fenced backyard, then unwinding in one of the two living rooms.
One bedroom is on the ground floor with its own bathroom, and the master upstairs has a king bed and a walk-in closet.
There’s central AC and heating, a 65-inch TV, a washer and dryer, and a dedicated workspace with a desk and office chair.
The community also has a park for exercising.
It sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms with 3.5 bathrooms.
Heads up: there may be some traffic nearby while the city rebuilds the streets in front of the community.
➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
10. One-Bedroom Apartment in the Heart of the City
- 📍 Neighborhood: Mexicali (Colonia Cuauhtémoc)
- ❤️ Best for: Couples, friends, solo travelers, digital nomads, budget travelers
- ➡️ Check rates and availability on Airbnb
This modern one-bedroom apartment is an urban retreat in the heart of the city, with contemporary design and high-quality furnishings.
Large windows flood the space with natural light and offer great views.
Picture yourself walking to nearby restaurants for dinner, then curling up in the cozy living room.
There’s a queen bed, a fully equipped kitchen with a Keurig coffee maker, and a washer and dryer.
AC, Wi-Fi, a smart TV and a dedicated workspace make it easy to work remotely.
Outside, there’s a patio with a BBQ grill, and free parking is included.
It sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom with 1 bathroom.
Heads up: smoking is allowed in this apartment.
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Best Mexicali Airbnbs FAQ
What is the best area to stay in Mexicali?
Stay in Centro Cívico near the Garita Centro crossing for restaurants and shops close by, or in the newer gated communities to the east for more space and quiet.
The Two-Bedroom Condo with Pool and Gym Access at CC Towers is about 1.8 miles (2.9 km) from the Garita Centro crossing.
The Three-Bedroom Home Near the Garita Oriente Border Crossing is about 0.9 miles (1.4 km) from the Garita Oriente crossing.
Driving down from the U.S.? Read my guide to crossing the Mexican border by car.
Do Mexicali Airbnbs have AC and pools?
Yes, all 10 of the best Mexicali Airbnbs on this list have air conditioning, which you’ll want during the city’s very hot summers.
For a private pool, book the Three-Bedroom House with a Private Pool and Pool Table or the Four-Bedroom Lakefront Villa with a Private Pool.
Planning a longer trip? Check out the best Mexico road trip routes.
Do Mexicali Airbnbs come with parking?
Yes, all 10 of the Mexicali Airbnbs on this list include free parking.
Luke’s House and the Three-Bedroom House Near the Airport are in gated communities with 24/7 guards, and the Modern Three-Bedroom Home with a Private Garage has its own garage.
Before you go, check out the requirements for driving to Mexico.
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