Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Imperial Beach travel guide

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You're Going to Love Imperial Beach

With a population of 26,324, Imperial Beach is a must-see destination in California, United States. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Imperial Beach has to offer.

Where to Eat in Imperial Beach

If you’re looking for affordable options, Verandina (710 Seacoast Dr) and Novo Brazil Brewing - Imperial Beach (535 Florence St) are great picks.

When to visit Imperial Beach

Imperial Beach in March
Estimated hotel price
$189
1 night at 3-star hotel
Imperial Beach in March
Estimated hotel price
$189
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Imperial Beach in August, when the average temperature is 69.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 75.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 46.4 °F, with an average temperature of 57.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 2″. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Imperial Beach, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Imperial Beach

Plane

When flying to Imperial Beach, you’ll arrive at San Diego Airport (SAN), which is located 11 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Imperial Beach include American Airlines, Air Canada and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Imperial Beach departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Imperial Beach is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 123 miles from Imperial Beach. You’ll find branches of Ace and Midway, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

When flying to Imperial Beach, you’ll arrive at San Diego Airport (SAN), which is located 11 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Imperial Beach include American Airlines, Air Canada and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Imperial Beach departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Imperial Beach is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 123 miles from Imperial Beach. You’ll find branches of Ace and Midway, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Imperial Beach

SANSan Diego
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
PSPPalm Springs

Airlines serving Imperial Beach

Lufthansa
Good (7,407 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,386 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,363 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,957 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,737 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,924 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,923 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,336 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,622 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,145 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,486 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,114 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,250 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,895 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,324 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (996 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (359 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,365 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Imperial Beach

Most booked hotels in Imperial Beach

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Hampton Inn & Suites Imperial Beach San Diego
2 stars
Excellent (9, 283 reviews)
$174+
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Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 3455 reviews)
$272+
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Pier South Resort Autograph Collection
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 261 reviews)
$265+
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Paradise Point Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8, 1880 reviews)
$239+
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Sheraton San Diego Resort
4 stars
Good (7.9, 2490 reviews)
$177+
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Hilton San Diego Bayfront
4 stars
Good (7.8, 2993 reviews)
$242+
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Renting a car in Imperial Beach

Renting a car in Imperial Beach costs $171 per day, on average, or $514 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 71% more expensive than at San Diego.

Expect to pay $3.56 per gallon in Imperial Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.70 and $56.93.

Renting a car in Imperial Beach costs $171 per day, on average, or $514 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 71% more expensive than at San Diego.

Expect to pay $3.56 per gallon in Imperial Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.70 and $56.93.

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