I don't know if they have security or not, didn't see any, but also didn't ask, I would assume they do and I brought all of my belongings into the hotel room with me, but I didn't have much when I went both times, just one suitcase. There are lots of restaurants close by. Behind the hotel is a strip center and there are several restaurants that you could walk to, and in the whole surrounding area there are lots of restaurants as well, we didn't eat at any, but I did find a Kentucky Fried Chicken, went thru the drive thru and just brought it back to the hotel with us and ate in our room. But because the hotel is right off the freeway, and sooo close to Mexico, I would bring as many belongings as possible into your room with you, especially the most valuable. I have stayed there twice and had no safety issues, and felt safe, I had no issues and really liked the hotel. I have stayed twice and will do again. The pool area is very nice and relaxing as well.