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, Novo Brazil Brewing - Imperial Beach (535 Florence St) and Brigantine - Imperial Beach (919 Seacoast Drive) are great picks.

When to visit Imperial Beach

Imperial Beach in December
Estimated hotel price
$162
1 night at 3-star hotel
Imperial Beach in December
Estimated hotel price
$162
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 Southwest, Alaska Airlines and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Imperial Beach departs from Phoenix and takes around 1h 10m.

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 Priceless, 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 Southwest, Alaska Airlines and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Imperial Beach departs from Phoenix and takes around 1h 10m.

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 Priceless, 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 (8,108 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,532 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,088 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,438 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,452 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,982 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,250 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,616 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (938 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,926 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,737 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,606 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,861 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,211 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,287 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,418 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,471 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (418 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,402 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,311 reviews)
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Where to stay in Imperial Beach

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Los Bungalows and Hampton Inn & Suites Imperial Beach San Diego.

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, 307 reviews)
$186+
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Omni San Diego at the Ballpark
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 2039 reviews)
$215+
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The Wayfarer San Diego
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1905 reviews)
$357+
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Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2024 reviews)
$229+
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San Diego Marriott Mission Valley
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 727 reviews)
$202+
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Hotel del Coronado
4 stars
Excellent (8, 1334 reviews)
$645+
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Renting a car in Imperial Beach

Renting a car in Imperial Beach costs $44 per day, on average, or $131 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 45% cheaper than airport locations in Imperial Beach.

Expect to pay $4.28 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 $51.33 and $68.44. Standard (Volkswagen Tiguan or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Imperial Beach, while also 3% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Imperial Beach costs $44 per day, on average, or $131 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 45% cheaper than airport locations in Imperial Beach.

Expect to pay $4.28 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 $51.33 and $68.44. Standard (Volkswagen Tiguan or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Imperial Beach, while also 3% cheaper than other types, on average.

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