Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

San Bernardino travel guide

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You're Going to Love San Bernardino

With a population of 209,924, San Bernardino is a must-see destination in California, United States.

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Where to Eat in San Bernardino

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Hilltop View Restaurant & Banquet Center (670 Kendall Dr) and The Cutting Board Restaurant & Bar (285 E. Hospitality Lane) are great picks.

When to visit San Bernardino

San Bernardino in December
Estimated hotel price
$174
1 night at 3-star hotel
San Bernardino in December
Estimated hotel price
$174
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to San Bernardino in July, when the average temperature is 25 °C, and the highest can go up to 36 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 4 °C, with an average temperature of 11 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 83 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in San Bernardino, with an average rainfall of 1 mm.

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How to Get to San Bernardino

Plane

When flying to San Bernardino, you’ll arrive at San Bernardino Int (SBD), which is located 5 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to San Bernardino from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 12h 03m.

Train

The train station in San Bernardino is called San Bernardino, and is located 2.0 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to San Bernardino is to pick up a car hire from Los Angeles, which is about 95 km from San Bernardino. You’ll find branches of Ace and Economy Rent a Car, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

The most popular bus station is San Bernardino 596 N G St, located 0.9 km from the city centre of San Bernardino. San Bernardino Transit Center is also a commonly used station, and is 1.0 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to San Bernardino, you’ll arrive at San Bernardino Int (SBD), which is located 5 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to San Bernardino from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 12h 03m.

Train

The train station in San Bernardino is called San Bernardino, and is located 2.0 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to San Bernardino is to pick up a car hire from Los Angeles, which is about 95 km from San Bernardino. You’ll find branches of Ace and Economy Rent a Car, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

The most popular bus station is San Bernardino 596 N G St, located 0.9 km from the city centre of San Bernardino. San Bernardino Transit Center is also a commonly used station, and is 1.0 km from the city centre.

Airports near San Bernardino

LAXLos Angeles
ONTOntario
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Airlines serving San Bernardino

KLM
Good (1,460 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,815 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,772 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,242 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,240 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,883 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,127 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,349 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,538 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,745 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,534 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (901 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,700 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,749 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,182 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,420 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,369 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,180 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (387 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,965 reviews)
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Where to stay in San Bernardino

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include LaQuinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham San Bernardino and Hampton Inn & Suites San Bernardino. There are also lots of holiday rental options in San Bernardino, with prices from $58 to $1,169 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in San Bernardino are about 108% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of San Bernardino

Most booked hotels in San Bernardino

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DoubleTree by Hilton San Bernardino
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$165+
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Hilton Garden Inn San Bernardino
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$149+
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Sunpark Inn & Suites
2 stars
Good (6.8, Good reviews)
$132+
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Motel 6-San Bernardino, Ca - South
2 stars
Okay (5.8, Okay reviews)
$85+
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Rodeway Inn San Bernardino - Colton
2 stars
Okay (5.1, Okay reviews)
$94+
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Hiring a car in San Bernardino

Expect to pay $1.44 per litre in San Bernardino (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $17.24 and $22.98. The most frequently booked car type in San Bernardino is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size car hire (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) is, on average, 49% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.44 per litre in San Bernardino (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $17.24 and $22.98. The most frequently booked car type in San Bernardino is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size car hire (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) is, on average, 49% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.