The larger hotels usually will have staff who speak English and offer all the trappings and ambience of a world class hotel. However don't hesitate to try one of the many smaller motels throughout the city. The smaller hotels enable you to soak up the local atmosphere and catch a glimpse of another culture. Inspecting a hotel room before you commit is an acceptable practice, and a good idea if you are not sure. A culinry treat waits for travelers stopping in Tijuana.
Restaurants here offer foods prepared in styles from around the world.
Don't be afraid to go off the beaten track, even the food on the street-side carts can be good. The drinking age in Mexico is 18 years old, so watch out. Drinking responsibly is good advice anywhere, but particularly so in Mexico. Most services are fairly efficient, but patience is sometimes required. Members can fly through the various toll booth areas without getting stuck in line at the toll booths.