Casa Malaga~ guidebook!
Local Conveniences
All these places are within 2-15 minutes by car.
Calimax Puerto Nuevo
15 BarracudaClosest full size grocery store, 10 minute drive north.
Best coffee and cafe in the area, lots of vegetarian options. Don’t miss the farmers market here on Saturdays with vintage shopping, fun vendors and live music starting at 12:00pm!
Del Valle Cafe and Deli
Best coffee and cafe in the area, lots of vegetarian options. Don’t miss the farmers market here on Saturdays with vintage shopping, fun vendors and live music starting at 12:00pm!
Traditional Mexican food, live music and amazing sunset in the evenings. Fun for weekend brunch...a Baja classic! You can also park around here and walk through the hotel to the beach for chill time or surf.
We have enjoyed massages here too.
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Dmytri's Original La Fonda Resturant
Km. 59.5 Escenica Tijuana-EnsenadaTraditional Mexican food, live music and amazing sunset in the evenings. Fun for weekend brunch...a Baja classic! You can also park around here and walk through the hotel to the beach for chill time or surf.
We have enjoyed massages here too.
Fun happy hour, classic Mexican food, ocean views, dolphin watching.
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Poco Cielo Restaurant
455 Puente AlisitosFun happy hour, classic Mexican food, ocean views, dolphin watching.
Barra Vieja
Amazing sushi, poke bowls and artisanal local beer on tap! Closed Tues and Wed.
Closest quickie market, 2 minutes drive south. Stocked with water, cold drinks, snacks, limes and ice.
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OXXO
1058 Av. Lázaro CardenasClosest quickie market, 2 minutes drive south. Stocked with water, cold drinks, snacks, limes and ice.
Incredible 3-story establishment right on the water. It is basically a club on the weekends. Enjoy food, drinks, dancing and waves crashing below! Open Fri-Mon.
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Los Portales
Incredible 3-story establishment right on the water. It is basically a club on the weekends. Enjoy food, drinks, dancing and waves crashing below! Open Fri-Mon.
Krakken Restaurant
Local seafood spot on the water, off the beaten path.
Tacos, sushi, ceviche, poke bowls, even veg options...beer, wine, local music!
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Surf Brewing Company
Tacos, sushi, ceviche, poke bowls, even veg options...beer, wine, local music!
Fun place for live music, beer and bites. Try the buffalo cauliflower wings ;)
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Sin Fronteras Brewing
Fun place for live music, beer and bites. Try the buffalo cauliflower wings ;)
Best espresso, Italian gelato and sweets in town! Open Wed-Sun, 8am-10pm. YUMMY!
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Brown Dog Gelato
KM 40.5 Escenica Ensenada - TijuanaBest espresso, Italian gelato and sweets in town! Open Wed-Sun, 8am-10pm. YUMMY!
If Los Portales is too much for you, head right next door. Lovely spot for sunset, dinner and live music.
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Encanto
1015 Carr. TranspeninsularIf Los Portales is too much for you, head right next door. Lovely spot for sunset, dinner and live music.
Incredible holistic health spa for the ultimate self care while you visit. Mention Casa Malaga sent you for a gift. 😀 Just 5 minutes north of our house.
Santa Maria Integrative Medicine Retreat
Incredible holistic health spa for the ultimate self care while you visit. Mention Casa Malaga sent you for a gift. 😀 Just 5 minutes north of our house.
Activities
If you need a little more than ocean gazing from Casa Malaga try these!
LOS ARENALES BAJA QUADS RENTALS // ATVs RENTALS
Fun adventure in the local sand dunes!
Local beach for enjoying the sun or beach walks/runs. There are local vendors selling snacks, drinks and souvenirs.
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Playa La Mision
Local beach for enjoying the sun or beach walks/runs. There are local vendors selling snacks, drinks and souvenirs.
La Mision Beach Horseback Riding with Alex
Horse riding at the local beach!
Horse riding in the hills and animal rescue center, bring carrots! Contact them before arriving.
All the Pretty Horses
Horse riding in the hills and animal rescue center, bring carrots! Contact them before arriving.
You can park your car at the campground for a small price and walk down the stairs for a beach walk or surf. From the beach you can walk up the stairs to Poco Cielo for a refreshment!
Alisitos K58 Camping
You can park your car at the campground for a small price and walk down the stairs for a beach walk or surf. From the beach you can walk up the stairs to Poco Cielo for a refreshment!
Amazing place to book all sorts of things, reservations are a must. They have a spa, helicopter rides, zip line, horse riding, tasting room, restaurant on the bluff- perfect for sunset dinner!
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CuatroCuatros
Amazing place to book all sorts of things, reservations are a must. They have a spa, helicopter rides, zip line, horse riding, tasting room, restaurant on the bluff- perfect for sunset dinner!
AZTECAWIND
Km. 59 campoUltralight flying experience for the brave! Enjoy the aerial view :)
Our guests have had great experiences here. Katy is the contact/booker and Villa is the horse owner/trainer. Enjoy!
Traditional Horseriding of La Mision
Our guests have had great experiences here. Katy is the contact/booker and Villa is the horse owner/trainer. Enjoy!
City/town information
Cities and towns to explore, all less than an hour away.
Food and wine region, 30 minutes away, incredible meals and the best vibe are waiting for you! Make reservations when possible and bring a jacket for the evenings.
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Guadalupe
Food and wine region, 30 minutes away, incredible meals and the best vibe are waiting for you! Make reservations when possible and bring a jacket for the evenings.
Little fisherman's village 10 minutes north. Enjoy lobster tacos, margaritas and local handmade goods.
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Puerto Nuevo
Little fisherman's village 10 minutes north. Enjoy lobster tacos, margaritas and local handmade goods.
Close town for pharmacy, street food, restaurants, mechanics, local feel.
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Primo Tapia
Close town for pharmacy, street food, restaurants, mechanics, local feel.
Big city to explore 20 minutes north with a beach and everything at your fingertips.
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Rosarito
Big city to explore 20 minutes north with a beach and everything at your fingertips.
The city is slowly getting a more modern hip vibe. We love Ophelia, La Bête Noir, Pacific Brews and El Restaurante en Punta Morro for drinks and food. Xcaanda Coffee Bar & Roasters for yummy coffee and cute walking area.
Port of Ensenada, Baja California,
The city is slowly getting a more modern hip vibe. We love Ophelia, La Bête Noir, Pacific Brews and El Restaurante en Punta Morro for drinks and food. Xcaanda Coffee Bar & Roasters for yummy coffee and cute walking area.
Valle de Guadalupe- recommendations!
Food and wine region, 30 minutes away. Our favorite gourmet food destination we have found in Mexico- creative, veg heavy and farm to table. This area is the reason we bought Casa Malaga; to live at the beach and indulge in the Valle food! We hope you find it as charming and DELICIOUS as we do. Reservations always help and be sure to check hours of operations as places may be closed during the beginning of the week.
A must try lunch or dinner spot by chef Javier Placenscia- so yummy, great views!
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Finca Altozano
Km 83 EjidoA must try lunch or dinner spot by chef Javier Placenscia- so yummy, great views!
Casa FRIDA Valle de Gpe
s/n Rancho San MarcosAll things Instagram/TikTok
Vinos Pijoan
Mom and pop, feels like you are drinking in your backyard!
Breathtaking winery- check out the amazing Mixtura restaurant down below. The hummus and paloma negra are musts!
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Relieve Vinícola
S/N Calle GranateBreathtaking winery- check out the amazing Mixtura restaurant down below. The hummus and paloma negra are musts!
We love being here during the day, amazing spritzes, veggie plates and music! Don't miss the giant mirror wall behind the bar.
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Bruma Wine Garden
We love being here during the day, amazing spritzes, veggie plates and music! Don't miss the giant mirror wall behind the bar.
Vinos Xecue
Carretera Federal 3Best sunset spot and friendly owners!
Industrial eye candy design, scenic views, DJs with groovy tunes, tasty food!
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Agua de Vid
69 Ejido El Porvenir - San José de la ZorraIndustrial eye candy design, scenic views, DJs with groovy tunes, tasty food!
Highly rated restaurant in the region- must have reservation. Michelin star chef, Drew Deckman!
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Deckmans
Highly rated restaurant in the region- must have reservation. Michelin star chef, Drew Deckman!
Cantera cocina del valle
Great menu and open air design.
For oyster and seafood lovers! Hopefully you can watch the polo players practicing in the neighboring field.
Bakuss Oyster Bar
For oyster and seafood lovers! Hopefully you can watch the polo players practicing in the neighboring field.
Yummy elegant tasting menu, they even made us a vegetarian one! Classy joint, incredible service. We love the bottle of Bichi natural wine. ;)
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Restaurante Laja
TecateYummy elegant tasting menu, they even made us a vegetarian one! Classy joint, incredible service. We love the bottle of Bichi natural wine. ;)
Malva
Carretera Federal 3A hidden gem, rustic, gourmet food!
Always on the top 5 list of places to eat in the Valle! Recently made top 50 restaurants in Latin America list with Condé Nast.
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Fauna
km #73 Carretera Federal 3Always on the top 5 list of places to eat in the Valle! Recently made top 50 restaurants in Latin America list with Condé Nast.
VINA DE FRANNES
Classy, modern vibe, yummy delights!
Mezcal at its best in the region, sipped inside the wooden ship with tacos and fresh delights!
Tahona Baja
Rosarito - EnsenadaMezcal at its best in the region, sipped inside the wooden ship with tacos and fresh delights!
Amazing design, pool and food! We loved staying in their casitas. One of our favorite places in the Valle.
Ojo Azul Resort
Amazing design, pool and food! We loved staying in their casitas. One of our favorite places in the Valle.
Delicious Moroccan food, chef from the motherland and friendly staff! Plan dinner around sunset, simply gorgeous.
Kous Kous del Valle
Delicious Moroccan food, chef from the motherland and friendly staff! Plan dinner around sunset, simply gorgeous.
This place is huge, so even without a reservation you can roll right up. We love their red wines and food is just lovely. Very laid back, outdoor picnic bench vibes, perfect for casual lunch!!
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Decantos Vinicola
This place is huge, so even without a reservation you can roll right up. We love their red wines and food is just lovely. Very laid back, outdoor picnic bench vibes, perfect for casual lunch!!
The best Merlot in the Valle…and one of the only organic wine producers in the region! A magical feminine garden oasis. Reservations help. Don’t miss their coffee and gift shop. A true fave!
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Finca La Carrodilla
Ejido El Porvenir - San José de la ZorraThe best Merlot in the Valle…and one of the only organic wine producers in the region! A magical feminine garden oasis. Reservations help. Don’t miss their coffee and gift shop. A true fave!
Perfect mom and pop oasis, great for a tastings between meals!
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Cavas Sol Y Barro
Carretera Federal 3Perfect mom and pop oasis, great for a tastings between meals!
Best brunch spot in the Valle, immaculate fun gardens to walk around too!
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Salvia Blanca Cocina Campestre
Best brunch spot in the Valle, immaculate fun gardens to walk around too!
The real deal Italian food, mom and pop, so much love. Don’t miss the pasta in the huge parmesan wheel!
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Restaurante Tre Galline
The real deal Italian food, mom and pop, so much love. Don’t miss the pasta in the huge parmesan wheel!
The sparkly new comer! Very high-end design hotel (MYA) and restaurant. Tasting menus and a la carte available. We just loved the minimal, tasteful design and their epic wine cellar shaped like a wine barrel. Food was made with love and care, we will be here often!
Olivea Farm to Table
The sparkly new comer! Very high-end design hotel (MYA) and restaurant. Tasting menus and a la carte available. We just loved the minimal, tasteful design and their epic wine cellar shaped like a wine barrel. Food was made with love and care, we will be here often!
Another amazing place that made the 50-best in Latin America list in 2023 and 2024. The vibe, music, staff and food are consistently stellar.
Villa Torél
Another amazing place that made the 50-best in Latin America list in 2023 and 2024. The vibe, music, staff and food are consistently stellar.
This is the hotel that Olivea Farm to Table is located in. Quaint, cozy and amazing design aesthetic.
MYA Hotel Boutique
This is the hotel that Olivea Farm to Table is located in. Quaint, cozy and amazing design aesthetic.
We loved our stay here in their lovely casitas. They have personal escorts for hot tubs in the evenings and they make sure they do not get too crowded. Vinos Xecué is right next door for yummy food, wine and sunset. It's always nice to have a few places in walking distance.
Entrevalle Hotel Boutique
We loved our stay here in their lovely casitas. They have personal escorts for hot tubs in the evenings and they make sure they do not get too crowded. Vinos Xecué is right next door for yummy food, wine and sunset. It's always nice to have a few places in walking distance.
Lunario Restaurante
As highly rated as Fauna and Deckman's. Enjoy a dinner tasting menu here!
Awarded Michelin star in 2024, 6 months after opening! Elevated farm to table food with quaint indoor or outdoor seating.
Damiana Restaurant
Awarded Michelin star in 2024, 6 months after opening! Elevated farm to table food with quaint indoor or outdoor seating.
For shell fish lovers! Drew Deckman’s new establishment with plenty of buzz and a 2024 Michelin star.
Conchas de Piedra
For shell fish lovers! Drew Deckman’s new establishment with plenty of buzz and a 2024 Michelin star.
Incredible boutique hotel with private modern bungalows. Enjoy their expansive gardens, heated pool, hot tub and excellent restaurant- Salvia Blanca.
Contemplación Hotel Boutique
325 C. merlotIncredible boutique hotel with private modern bungalows. Enjoy their expansive gardens, heated pool, hot tub and excellent restaurant- Salvia Blanca.
Neighborhoods
Local neighborhood for antique shops, artisan goods, seafood market and beach access.
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Popotla
Local neighborhood for antique shops, artisan goods, seafood market and beach access.
Surf
Famous surf area with rentals! Call ahead to see if they have what you are looking for.
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K-38 Surf Shop
Famous surf area with rentals! Call ahead to see if they have what you are looking for.
Raúl's Camp Surf
Fun surf, sometimes they have rentals.
You can park your car at the campground for a small price and walk down the stairs for a surf or beach walk. Sometimes there are rentals inside.
Alisitos K58 Camping
You can park your car at the campground for a small price and walk down the stairs for a surf or beach walk. Sometimes there are rentals inside.
Fun surf area, you can park by the La Fonda Hotel and walk through it down the steps for surf or a beach day. Sometimes there are rentals in the parking area.
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La Fonda
Fun surf area, you can park by the La Fonda Hotel and walk through it down the steps for surf or a beach day. Sometimes there are rentals in the parking area.
Salsipuedes
Another surf spot south of us.