A 2 bedroom, 2 bath (sleeps 8) family friendly beach retreat overlooking the Pacific Ocean in a secure condominium complex with a pool, jacuzzi, poolside barbecue area and underground parking. Located on a long stretch of relatively quiet Southern California beach. Surfing, beach volleyball, basketball courts, children's playground and bike riding paths all easily accessible. Several good restaurants, local shops and markets within easy walking distance. A full service spa in the Pier South hotel one block away. Bike to Coronado along the Silver Strand. A short drive to Balboa Park and the San Diego Zoo, downtown San Diego, and the International US/Mexico border.

Imperial Beach Water Advisories

During 2023 water advisories resulting from overflow from the Tijuana River and other cross border flows increased substantially. Historically this has been only an issue during winter storms. Significant Federal funding has been ear-marked to address the issue, so we can only hope both governments will proceed with some efficiency.

You can check the status of water advisories at the San Diego County Beach and Bay Water Quality Program site

I am providing further context from my personal observations if it is helpful. These are not professional assessments. These estimates were made by me using Google maps, walking the area on foot and conferring with the IB lifeguards.

The Imperial Beach Club (IBC) condo complex is located approximately 3.5 miles from the Mexican border if you were to travel along the coast line. IBC is located at the very northern end of water zone Imperial Beach Pier (EH-030); slightly over a mile from the south end of Seacoast Drive. The next water zone is Silver Strand Campground (IB-070), approximately .25 mile north of IBC.

There are three levels of water quality alerts:
1. Advisory: beach water exceeds State standards
2. Warning: beach water exceeds State standards and there are transboundary flows which may bring sewage contaminated water
3. Closure: there are sewage or chemical releases when the Tijuana River is flowing or sewage can be detected by water odor or discoloration.

Imperial Beach has recently experienced sustained advisories or warnings. The beach is open during these water advisories/warnings. Citations are not issued for individuals who choose to go in the water.

You may cancel your reservation at any time without penalty if EH-030 is under a water advisory.