San Nicolas Hotel and Casino

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star Colonial hotel near Riviera Cultural Center

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Fireplace
Master Suite California King , only adults
Master Suite California King , only adults | Private kitchenette
Master Suite California King , only adults | Private spa tub
Outdoor wedding area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Primera & Guadalupe s/n, Ensenada, BC, 22800
  • Place, Avenida Adolfo Lopez Mateos
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Riviera Cultural Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Riviera del Pacifico
    ‪7 min walk‬

Room options

Deluxe Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Master Suite California King , only adults

  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Superior Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Room Standard with Pool View

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Double Room Superior with Hill View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Hill view
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

Double Room Superior

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4

Quadruple Room Deluxe with View

  • Sleeps 4

Suite Master

  • Sleeps 2

About the area

Ensenada

City center stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Playa Ensenada hotel, you'll find Riviera Cultural Center and Riviera del Pacifico. First Street and Ensenada Regional History Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Avenida Adolfo Lopez Mateos - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Riviera Cultural Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Riviera del Pacifico - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ensanada History Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • First Street - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Andaluz (del Ex-Hotel Riviera del Pacífico) - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Los Veleros - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Caffenio - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sunset Coffee Roasters - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Columba Café - ‬7 min walk

About this property

San Nicolas Hotel and Casino

3.5-star Colonial hotel near Riviera Cultural Center
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business center and 3 meeting rooms.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 950 square feet (88 square meters) and includes a conference center. A casino, an outdoor pool, and spa services are also featured at San Nicolas Hotel and Casino. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Ensenada hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 120 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 950 sq ft of conference space
  • 88 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1968
  • Casino
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
San Nicolas Hotel and Casino offers 120 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. 50-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Ensenada hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 15 gaming tables
  • 500 slot machines
  • Casino (5,000 square feet of space)
  • Evening entertainment
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private wine tours
  • Tennis
  • TV in common areas
  • Wine tours

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: noon
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 100 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 100 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is San Nicolas Hotel and Casino to the airport?

San Nicolas Hotel and Casino is 67 mi (99-min drive) away from the Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at San Nicolas Hotel and Casino?

As of Apr 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at San Nicolas Hotel and Casino on Apr 15, 2026 start from CA $99, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does San Nicolas Hotel and Casino have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at San Nicolas Hotel and Casino.

How close is San Nicolas Hotel and Casino to the beach?

This hotel is 1.6 mi (6-min drive) from Playa Hermosa and 8.5 mi (19-min drive) from San Miguelito Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does San Nicolas Hotel and Casino offer free breakfast?

San Nicolas Hotel and Casino does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at San Nicolas Hotel and Casino?

During your stay you can enjoy the 5000 square-foot casino on site, featuring 500 slot machines and 15 gaming tables.

What time is check-in at San Nicolas Hotel and Casino?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: noon.

Is there free parking at San Nicolas Hotel and Casino?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does San Nicolas Hotel and Casino have a pool?

San Nicolas Hotel and Casino features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does San Nicolas Hotel and Casino have a restaurant?

San Nicolas Hotel and Casino is home to POOLSIDE, which features international cuisine.

Does San Nicolas Hotel and Casino have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is San Nicolas Hotel and Casino to downtown Ensenada?

San Nicolas Hotel and Casino is 1.3 mi away from Ensenada.

San Nicolas Hotel and Casino Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1008 out of 1398 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 239 out of 1398 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 1398 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1398 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1398 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JORGE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and cheap
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we have been have numerous times. it is a great price for a really nice hotel. the staff is always super helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

alejandro

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rachael, Lancaster

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela, Rancho Cucamonga

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

jesus

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Estela Mercado

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous staff, clean room, great pool
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Marisol

Travelled with family
This is an older hotel although I believe it's been remodeled the hotel bathrooms had a smell and well walking around in the hallway to get to your room it's a little dark and has super old carpet but your rooms will not have a carpet. This hotel has a huge pool and it looks fun if your traveling with children and also has a casino but it smells strongly like cigarettes and they are not like casinos in the us. There's a lot of rules and tables close early and they have limited table games but plenty of slot machines! But the casino is small and not well ventilated
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Gorgeous
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lizbeth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property looks exactly like in the picture on the website. It’s well taken care off, the staff is really nice and respectful. The room was very spacious and clean would definitely recommend the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jose Luis

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Muchas Gracias 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Humberto, Whittier

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for the price!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Yesica, Norwalk

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Stayed on 1st floor the rooms on that floor are not remodeled ( they look old and worn, beds are hard and carpet could use cleaning
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Consuelo

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marvin

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Benjamin

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Francisco j

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Israel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marvin

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025