San Felipe

Playa San Felipe

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Playa San Felipe?

There are 42 places to stay in the Playa San Felipe area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Playa San Felipe include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=435337&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hotel La Hacienda de la Langosta Roja</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1655649&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hotel Las Palmas</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7582312&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Orange condo</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7021781&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Boho Chalet by CGglamping</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8682146&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Beach Retreat on Sea of Cortez</a></li></ul>

Good for Relax

7.9

/ 10 Very good

#6 out of 43
in Baja California

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Playa San Felipe is located on the Gulf of California (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 6th place out of 43 beaches in the Baja California region The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, pet owners etc. It is partially crowded during the high season. There is a campsite located nearby.

Playa San Felipe coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, sun umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets, sea pool. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.

Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sea kayaking.

Fans of active recreation can take part in beach volleyball.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

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+27 ^oC +22 ^oC

Air temperature

5.7 M/S

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+22 ^oC

Water temperature

0.5 M

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San Felipe, Baja California,

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Playa San Felipe is located in Baja California within San Felipe, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

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"I arrived here in 1987 and was able to purchase a house with a fence for only $400 USD. It's a wonderful spot to spend your retirement years and conveniently located near the border."

Samantha Cole

"I really enjoy spending time at this beach and just relaxing. Throughout the day, there are noticeable changes, particularly around 5pm on the weekends when more street vendors and live street singing can be found. It's heartwarming to see children running around and playing, reminiscent of the good ole days when technology didn't dominate their attention. Although there are..."

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"I arrived here in 1987 and was able to purchase a house with a fence for only $400 USD. It's a wonderful spot to spend your retirement years and conveniently located near the border."

Samantha Cole

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5 accomodations nearby

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200m from the beach

7.6

Very good

Hotel La Hacienda de la Langosta Roja

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Located at nearest locality

San Felipe

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710m from center

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950m from the beach

8.3

Very good

Hotel Las Palmas

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Located at nearest locality

San Felipe

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1.3km from center

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960m from the beach

7.9

Very good

Orange condo

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

San Felipe

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550m from center

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1.4km from the beach

9.5

Exceptional

Boho Chalet by CGglamping

Holiday Park/Caravan Park

Located at nearest locality

San Felipe

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830m from center

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9.8km from the beach

7.8

Very good

Beach Retreat on Sea of Cortez

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

San Felipe

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9.1km from center

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- Public free entry
- Beach with basic amenities
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- Crowded in high season
size&shape
- Length - very long, more than 1 km
- Width - sufficient
location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach

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There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Playa San Felipe. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.

In most cases, the question What to do on Playa San Felipe implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.

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SFH• 10.5km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Playa San Felipe?

The Playa San Felipe is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun.

What are the key activities at Playa San Felipe?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are umbrellas on the beach, which are provided free of charge, but there are no sunbeds and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Activities available on the ground:

Beach volleyball

Is the Playa San Felipe good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.

Playa San Felipe is fully protected from waves. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

There are a lot of boats in the bay.

Is the Playa San Felipe good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Playa San Felipe secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Playa San Felipe?

Playa San Felipe can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Campers
Beachgoers with pets

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Playa San Felipe?

The bar is located right on the Playa San Felipe.

What is the closest accommodation to the Playa San Felipe?

There are 42 places to stay in the Playa San Felipe area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Playa San Felipe include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Playa San Felipe from parking?

The Playa San Felipe has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Playa San Felipe?

The month with the highest temperature in Playa San Felipe is August. Its average value reaches 34°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 31°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 18°C and water 17°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Playa San Felipe (Baja California) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.