Planning first trip to Tijuana. Need advice on:
1. Best area to stay
2. Daily budget
3. Safety concerns
4. Online vs in person?
5. Duration - thinking 5 days
Tips appreciated.
Where to stay in Tijuana — hotel recommendations
Started by BuffaloBill · 26 Feb 2026 · 1023 views
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Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?
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28 Feb 2026 at 00:49
Adding to this thread with my own experience from 3 weeks ago:
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in 2024.
Biggest change: Prices have gone up about 20%.
Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.
The scene has definitely improved since my last visit in 2024.
Biggest change: Prices have gone up about 20%.
Still a great destination. One of my top 3 worldwide.
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I was there in January and can add some detail:
Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $80/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was varied.
My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.
One tip: Late night you get the best deals.
Prices: Exactly as described. I spent about $80/day on the hobby side.
Girls: International mix. Quality was varied.
My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.
One tip: Late night you get the best deals.
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2 Mar 2026 at 17:11
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience when I was there last month.
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Great report! Quick question — how was the ATM situation?
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Hmm, I had a different experience. When I went, prices were higher.
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Any restaurants or bars you'd recommend for hanging out during the day?
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8 Mar 2026 at 05:41
With respect, I think this is a bit optimistic. My experience was more mixed.
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I was there in January and can add some detail:
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $50/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was excellent.
My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.
One tip: Go early in the evening for first pick.
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $50/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was excellent.
My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.
One tip: Go early in the evening for first pick.
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I was there in early March and can add some detail:
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $80/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was above average.
My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.
One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
Prices: Good value overall. I spent about $80/day on the hobby side.
Girls: Mostly locals. Quality was above average.
My favorite spot was a small bar off the main strip.
One tip: Avoid weekends if you want better prices.
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11 Mar 2026 at 06:01
Spot on with the prices. That's exactly what I paid when I visited in February.
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Been going there for years and this is accurate. The scene has stayed consistent recently.
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How's the nightlife there compared to Thailand?
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Hmm, I had a different experience. When I went, prices were about the same but quality was different.
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16 Mar 2026 at 14:17
Interesting report but I think you may have overpaid. Next time try going during the week.
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16 Mar 2026 at 18:45
Good info. I'd add that the afternoon is the best time to go.
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