A Favorite Hotel In Tijuana

[@beto5.016]

Thanks for showing! Great video

[@EagerExpat]

Thanks Beto. Pueblo Amigo is a great hotel

[@fv1291]

Love taking day trips to Tijuana from San Diego to load up on pan dulce, tortillas, and Presidente brandy. 😊

[@EagerExpat]

I miss Baja. I live in Thailand today

[@Zelazella1]

I watched your other video on how to drive here and I’m staying here right now. Beautiful casino view from the elevators. Great staff great hotel also I recommend anyone staying try the chocolate cake.

[@EagerExpat]

That's great. It's a nice hotel. Enjoy your visit. Thanks, Joe

[@modernmonger7430]

Thanks for the review. Was in between this and Ticuan for my first trip to TJ, but ultimately chose Ticuan. Will definitely utilize this as my next accommodations since its accessible on foot.

[@EagerExpat]

Many people like the Ticuan too. I might make a video there soon. Good thing with Ticuan is you can walk around downtown. The walk from Pueblo is a little long to Zona Norte and Centro area. I live in San Diego so I don't stay in the hotels. If I did I'd use points at the Hyatt Place. I think it's in the lower tier. Hyatt points are cheap to get. It's a cab ride away, but it's really nice. Thanks for the comment. I'm a new guy, maybe you'll consider subscribing. That really helps KZbin show my clips. Take it easy, Joe

[@vendettadiablo5127]

@@EagerExpat isn't the área where Ticuan is Kind of sketchy?

[@EagerExpat]

@@vendettadiablo5127Ticuan. Its not too bad. Its a block from Revolution, so you'll get some homeless people. The property itself is very nice

[@vendettadiablo5127]

@@EagerExpat Are the taxis still always parked there to take you back to the border?

[@EagerExpat]

@@vendettadiablo5127 yes. No problem finding a taxi. Uber takes a few minutes, but it works too

[@jbiz979]

Thanx buddy for the beer earlier this month don’t know if you remember me we talked of Thailand

[@EagerExpat]

Hey what's up buddy? Thanks for the beer you bought me. Yes, Thailand next year. I have a dive boat with my name on it. Take it easy, Joe

[@emagee7864]

Thanks for the tip, I always learn something from your videos. I have visited Tj several times and I feel it’s a hidden jewel. Too bad most US folks are afraid.

[@EagerExpat]

I agree its a great town. Ill my friends go, but we grew up in San Diego. Too many people think its all Narcos. That's too bad

[@emagee7864]

@@EagerExpat I play golf at Bajamar occasionally. I love it there especially the ocean course. Hit me up if you want to make a video there. It's also has great expat neighborhoods.

[@EagerExpat]

@@emagee7864 Yes, that's a nice course. I've been to the driving range a few times. It's like Pebble Beach.

[@EagerExpat]

@@emagee7864 Thanks for the offer. Yes BajaMar is great. I've been to the driving range a few times.

[@TRider09]

Of all the times I've been there never noticed that Pueblo amigo down the street lol

[@EagerExpat]

Great hotel

[@RC94332]

This is a good spot

[@EagerExpat]

Yes its a good hotel. It can be a little pricey for Tijuana, but its nice. The Hyatt Place is farther away, but the cab price is still $6 to most places. I rarely stay at a hotel in TJ, but Hyatt Place is another good option

[@logandaniels6055]

Thanks for the great video I was thinking about going down tonight to HK do I have to show a covid test on returning to U.S side walking back

[@jonnuanez2843]

No covid test crossing back. I cross 4x/week...no mention of a test.

[@logandaniels6055]

@@jonnuanez2843 ok thank you for the update on that

[@jonnuanez2843]

@@logandaniels6055 No problem. It would be a logistical nightmare at the SY border for border patrol to govern whether people come back with negative tests.

[@EagerExpat]

Sorry Logan, just saw the comment. Yes like Jon said. I crossed back yesterday when I filmed this. No mention. I believe the negative test was for flying into the US.

[@EagerExpat]

@@jonnuanez2843 Thanks for the comment Jon. Hey if you have a good dentist Brian Ryder below is considering looking for a dentist. I know you're a local. Thanks, Joe

[@chrismunoz999]

I've been to Tijuana rosasito many times and I always thought that "ley" sign said Icy hahaha

[@EagerExpat]

Baja is always a goodtime. Thanks for checking out my new channel. Joe

[@chrismunoz999]

@@EagerExpat I'm subscribing to the channel 🤜🤛

[@EagerExpat]

@@chrismunoz999 Thanks. More video on the way

[@mocosolorio3331]

I will visit Tijuana on April

[@EagerExpat]

Great have a good trip. Hopefully you'll subscribe to my new channel. I have more TJ footage to check out. Thanks, Joe

[@GMANN83]

That video work for me everything you mentioned happened to be on my mind Perfect all I need to know.

[@EagerExpat]

Thanks for the comment on my new channel. If you haven't I hope you consider subscribing. Enjoy your trip. I love Mexico and live on San Diego. Next year I'll be making videos in Thailand. Thanks, Joe

[@MisterCee41510]

Hey Eager wanted to tell you how helpful this video was for me last weekend. I've been going to TJ since I was 16, I'm 34 now. Not quite as long as you but I'm pretty seasoned. Thanks for the clear directions on how to get to Pueblo. I normally stay at Hotel Ticuan but have stayed all over. This is now my favorite hotel. Convenient and clean! I also hit them pretty good on the craps table! Was able to essentially get my money back on the hotel cost. This room had a much better room then mine. Was this an upgrade or special request?

[@EagerExpat]

Hey Slim, thanks for the nice comment. I used to go when I was 16 too. Those rock gut margaritas on Revolution. It might have been an upgraded room. Still the normal price. It was a Wed, so maybe they automatically upgrade. Still, it's a nice place to stay. Hopefully the video shows how easy it is to walk across and check out the Pueblo Amigo Hotel. Thanks, Joe

[@ZSharkPH]

Would you say a Harley Motorcycle be safe in that hotel Parking lot? I would like to ride over from U.S. and stay a few days.. Cheers from Las Vegas.

[@EagerExpat]

I've sure seen Harley's in Baja. Many people ride down the coast to Ensenada, etc... I'm not one of these guys that thinks every car entering Mexico will get stolen. If you're going to ride down the coast, etc.. many of us use Baja Bound for a Mexican insurance policy. The lot has security but it is outside. I saw some expensive Ducati's decked out for a 1000 mile trek, parked near the lobby. I'd guess a $10 tip would get you that spot right near the front door. I'd guess that's what these guys did. The other choice would be to park on the US side and walk the 1 mile to Pueblo Amigo. Most of the lots are for 8 or 10 hours, but I'm sure they will work something reasonable out. The Gateway parking (it's next to the Jack N Box) has 24 hour attendant. I'd guess for a small tip, you could park the bike within feet of his little tent area. Who know the 50(?) bucks to park, might be the same cost as the Mexican Insurance. Sorry for the wishy washy answer. I'd lean towards not leaving a nice Harley sitting around in Tijuana. But, many people do. The drive in is no problem. Unless you head back at midnight, you better be comfortable when you drive back across the border dealing with that traffic. I understand that sitting on a bike for an hour plus is crazy, so I have no problem with the lane splitting at the border line. Other people like to honk and even play games. Act like there turning into you, etc.. Then again my buddy Julio who lived in TJ and worked with me in San Diego, did it everyday. Thanks for the comment. Hope you'll consider subscribing to my new channel. Thanks, Joe

[@onlyslotbonus2988]

Considering dental work in Tijuana to save money. Do you have any further info?

[@ROOMSEVENSTUDIO]

Go to the tijuana subreddit & make a post. They have the top notch advice

[@EagerExpat]

Hi Brian, I'm no expert on the dentist in Mexico. I do know it's very popular. Over the decades I've always heard of the Washington Dental Clinic. From what little I know, this is a larger outfit like Western Dental in the US. Probably an affordable option. There is also smaller offices with one or two dentists. I've seen everything from older offices in the downtown area, to high rise building. I've had the same guy in San Diego for 25 years. If not, I'd sure consider heading to a dentist in Tijuana. Maybe others can point you to an office they have visited. I wish I could. Best of luck.

[@EagerExpat]

@@ROOMSEVENSTUDIO Good call

[@qbnguy153]

Have you stayed at the Hotel Lucerna?

[@EagerExpat]

I haven't. I live in San Diego, so I usually day trip. Ill check it out

[@moetracy]

In the late 80s there was a club there called Iguanas at Pueblo amigo...before the casino....saw the Ramones ,Circle Jerks, Chili Peppers right before they got big,Stan Ridgeway, The Dickies and so on... inside the club was violent. A very respectful good violence...fun punk rock violence...at some point though You still had to get over that no good bridge

[@EagerExpat]

Ya I was there. Saw a 100 shows at Iguanas. Great club. The Noble family that owned 91X ran Iguanas. I remember Jane's Addiction on my birthday. Good times. For a minute a smaller bar on Revolution tried to compete. I saw the Untouchables and Fishbone at the school bus looking bar. Thanks for watching. Maybe ill do an Iguanas video.

[@Malouco]

Tijuana is the biggest city of mexico u get everything u want to find u just know which direction to look! 💋🍻

[@EagerExpat]

Tijuana is a great city. I love Baja. Thanks for watching. Joe

[@joelincolnlincoln6315]

Global entry 100 bucks for 5 years allows u to walk into usa zero wait while others wait 4 hours

[@EagerExpat]

That's true, if you can get it. 4 hours is a really bad day. I walked across last night in 5 minutes at 7pm. But, your right global entry is the way to go.

[@joelincolnlincoln6315]

@@EagerExpat every morning except sunday till 6pm or 7,8pm it's always 2 to 4 hours.i got the global entry the other day it took 2 weeks from start to in my hand

[@EagerExpat]

@@joelincolnlincoln6315 That's great. Glad you got the Global. I had a DUI reduced to a wet reckless 13 years ago. I might give it a try. I've been told it's a 50/50 shot, but past ten years helps.

[@dsanford12]

Great video sir thank you , Question for you you mentioned registering 2 people in case you bring a friend , Are they not going to ask you for your friend's name , Do you simply tell them 2 people and they don't ask any more questions , Like what is the 2nd person's name

[@EagerExpat]

Im not positive. I'd guess if you need to put a name, as long as you walk your guest in, they wont ask. Worst case scenario, a $5 bill ends most problems. Thanks for watching. Joe

[@mikethayer8122]

We just booked a stay for an early flight to La Paz. What's the easiest way to get from the San Diego Airport to Ped East? Love your videos! Especially the ones from the Baja California Sur

[@EagerExpat]

Thanks Mike. The easiest way is an Uber or Lyft. Check each but Lyft is usually cheaper. Around $40. If they make good time, about 30 minutes. You can take the bus to downtown train station. Santa Fe Depot then take the Blue line to San Ysidro. Maybe 1.5 hours and $4. Once you cross you can try an Uber. Hit or miss for me. I usually gets away from the border area and walk to Pueblo Amigo Hotel. I was cancelled twice last time I headed to TJ airport. But it'll cost about $4. You can try and slip the hotel shuttle bus a $10 tip. Ill bet that might be worth an airport run. Cabs as you cross into Mexico will want $20. Have a great trip. La Paz is awesome. I can't see everyone who subscribes. If you haven't, that really helps my small hobby. Thanks again. Later. Joe

[@EagerExpat]

One other thing, if your checking a bag. I rolled in around 8am with a backpack only. The counter line looked to be at least 45 minutes. So don't cut it close. No real advice fir La Paz airport. I always get a car in Cabo and drive the 100 miles over. If you get a car, really nice freeway between La Paz and Cabo. Go towards Todos Santos not the old road through the mountains. Just watch the speeding. Federals patrol like highway patrol in Ca

[@bobbyheenan4061]

Are you not a fan of the Cross Border Express? Or is it easier walking across and taking a cab to the airport?

[@EagerExpat]

I've used it. It can get a little pricey. If you're driving into San Diego, it's not a bad place to park and cross. For me it's easier to get to San Ysidro. Then it's a $5 Uber to the airport

[@bobbyheenan4061]

@@EagerExpat Well, I envy you, Joe! Looks like you really enjoy taking it all in and don't stress on trivial sh!t. Love how you show so much respect for their country too!

[@EagerExpat]

@@bobbyheenan4061 Thanks for watching.

[@danielceballos6559]

Quick question I'm staying there for the weekend but won't leave till late night To try to avoid long lines to cross back..are there cabs near the hotel to take me to the border?

[@EagerExpat]

The border is maybe 300 yards from Pueblo Amigo. Very easy walk. If you wander back into town, they're cabs everywhere. Try to cross after 6pm. Maybe 15 min crossing. At 7pm and later maybe 5min. Of course things change fast. Check out Border Wait Times. Crossing time updated hourly

[@EagerExpat]

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[@bradleymiller879]

hi Joe , this is where i am staying. i will be arriving via amtrak so i am not sure how to cross my fiance is flying into tij airport so what i was thinking is find a ride from train to the airport then hotel. what do you think ? .

[@bradleymiller879]

great videos very helpful

[@EagerExpat]

Get off the Amtrak at Santa Fe depot. Walk across the street and get on the Blue Line trolley. $2.50 and 50 minutes to the border. Check out my video walking into Tijuana. Its easy. 10 minute walk to Pueblo Amigo. Have your girl take an Uber for $5 to hotel. Or they have a free shuttle from hotel. For a nice tip, maybe 10 bucks? 200 pesos. Ill bet hell take you too get her. Also get a few hundred in pesos near the McDonald's by the border. You'll save a few bucks in Tijuana. You can also exchange cash in TJ. Clean bills only. Sometimes hundreds pay slightly more.

[@EagerExpat]

Also don't be put off if you need to buy the $31 FMM. 90% of people crossing are doing the same. Including me. Its a pandemic thing

[@bradleymiller879]

@@EagerExpat thank you so much for advice

[@EagerExpat]

@@bradleymiller879 Glad I could help. If you walk across the border the taxi mafia wants $20 to the TJ airport. If you can, hurry over to the Pueblo Amigo and see if you can use the shuttle. If not, try and get an uber from the hotel. From the border it's a little tougher. Uber can be a little tricky in TJ. Expect to wait at least 15 minutes for a car. Plus it's common to get cancelled rides.

[@rossshnayder5752]

thanks for the video, do they ask for passport to check in ?

[@EagerExpat]

No need

[@danielceballos6559]

what time is check in at the hotel? is it 3pm?

[@EagerExpat]

I believe so. If they have rooms, I'll bet they let you check in early.

[@Whatdafuk123]

It’s early in the vid - but how much are the rooms ?

[@EagerExpat]

It changes every day. Hotel.com will have the latest price

[@Whatdafuk123]

@@EagerExpat ok how much was it when you went that day

[@EagerExpat]

@@Whatdafuk123 I didn't check in. Just showing the place

[@Bohlen37]

Poker PLO and Texas Holdem???

[@EagerExpat]

Caliente is the casino brand all over Baja. Check them out online

[@EagerExpat]

Im not 100% sure. I think I saw poker. Caliente is the casino. Check them out online

[@mgarci15]

I am coming to TJ for a week, in April. Would like to buy you a drink and pick your brain about hacks and discounts for TJ.

[@EagerExpat]

I'm in San Diego, and by no means a TJ expert. But, I'll answer anything I can.

[@leohedrick1624]

Where should i park on the U.S side? I don'tknow if i should drive down there?

[@EagerExpat]

Click on my video playlist on Baja. I've done a dozen videos on walking across and where to park. Don't drive unless you're a fan of waiting 2.5 hours to cross back. Just park at any pay lot and walk across

[@redskins43]

great stuff... we dig your videos Joe... my wife and I are moving to Mexico in five years. you still off to thailand?

[@EagerExpat]

I love Mexico. Yes I'm heading to Thailand next year. You'll have a great time living in Mexico.

[@redskins43]

@@EagerExpat thanks Joe!!!

[@elmarisquero8083]

what hotel do you recommend for families

[@EagerExpat]

I like the Hyatt Place in Tijuana

[@1965JUSTICE]

Hey friend, great info. Is there girls in this area that you can pickup other than HK hotel? If you meet a girl, are you allowed to bring her back to your room at this hotel?

[@EagerExpat]

Most hotels allow another person to stop by for $10

[@alien-oo-_-oo5732]

I’m in SD and will be staying in tj in a hotel with my girlfriend soon but will prolly need to take my cat, you know of any pet friendly hotels that aren’t so expensive?

[@EagerExpat]

I'm sorry, I'm not positive on pet policy. I would guess a cat in a pet carrier would be less of a problem than a larger dog. Best of luck with your trip. Joe

[@absolute757]

Is there a poker room?

[@EagerExpat]

I didn't see one. I only walked around the hotel. Between the 3 casinos you must be able to play cards. I saw 3 card poker tables

[@sgpilot7650]

I went to Tijuana a month ago and UBER works just fine

[@EagerExpat]

Glad it worked out fine. I love Uber. I've just been cancelled on about 50% of the time. Never happened anywhere else including Ensenada and Mexico City. Take it easy, Joe

[@sgpilot7650]

@@EagerExpat you too brother

[@EagerExpat]

@@sgpilot7650 I haven't flew in awhile, but I have my private. Just for fun I started a plane spotting channel. On The Runway (San Diego)

[@matthewkendall8544]

Why would you want to Uber to the airport? I didn’t even know TJ had an airport

[@EagerExpat]

TJ has a beautiful large international airport. I've started trips to Peru and Argentina from Tijuana. You might Uber to avoid 2 or 3 hours traffic returning. Although Uber from SD to Tijuana is rare. Only if a driver is heading home to Tijuana

[@ronjeremy4571]

Dang I need some dental work done badly

[@EagerExpat]

I don't have any recommendations, but many people go to the dentist in Baja

[@harris9436]

Joe, how do I contact you? Are you on Facebook?

[@EagerExpat]

No I'm not a Facebook guy. Question about the Pueblo Amigo?

[@hfernandezhgsr23]

Thanks for the info on registrating 2 people if you want to bring a girlfriend from TJ 😉

[@EagerExpat]

Yes its generally the same price. Thanks for checking out my small channel. If you haven't, hope I earn your subscription. Take it easy and have a great trip. Joe

[@ALBreezyx68]

@@EagerExpat I will definitely take advantage of the girlfriend registering to people do you happen to know if you're able to have visitors one at a time and they could switch I like to have multiple girlfriends or will they charge extra? Haha I'm serious 🙂

[@charlie-s_life]

Uber is easy in tj

[@EagerExpat]

I love Uber. It works great in San Diego. Many people agree with you. Others agree its slow in TJ. Plus the airport is still technically illegal. Just a heads up it may work slower at times. In La Paz or Mexico City it was really fast. Ensenada too. In Cabo or TJ I've waited 20 minutes for a car. And if you cancel the ride you get a charge. Still I give Uber a try in TJ. Might try Didi soon. Thanks for watching. Joe