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San Nicolas Hotel and Casino

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

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A poolside area with lounge chairs and sofas, a hot tub, and a pool.
A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in oven, and pendant lighting.
A hot tub on a balcony with a view of palm trees and buildings.
A formal outdoor dining setup with white chairs and tables, each set with wine glasses and plates, and decorated with floral centerpieces.
A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a chair, and a view of a building through a glass door.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • 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

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a desk, and a chair.

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and artwork on the walls.

Deluxe Double Room

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

View all photos for Master Suite California King , only adults

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a chair, and a view of a building through a glass door.

Master Suite California King , only adults

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

View all photos for Superior Double Room

A hotel room with two beds, a dining table, and a ceiling fan.

Superior Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Studio

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a TV.

Superior Studio

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room Standard with Pool View

In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

Room Standard with Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room

A modern bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand, a desk, and a chair. There are framed pictures on the wall and a brick wall feature.

Deluxe Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Junior Suite

A modern living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Junior Suite

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

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a large window with curtains.

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room Superior with Hill View

In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

Double Room Superior with Hill View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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
  • Malecón Ensenada - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • First Street - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Mariscos La Doña - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Caffenio - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Los Veleros - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sunset Coffee Roasters - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Victor's - ‬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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from November 9 2026 to January 15 2027 (dates subject to change):
  • Swimming pool

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 Sept 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at San Nicolas Hotel and Casino on Sept 2, 2026 start from CA $105, 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.The pool will be unavailable from November 9 2026 to January 15 2027 (dates subject to change).

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. 1182 out of 1611 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 257 out of 1611 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 1611 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 1611 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1611 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Juan Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was perfect, and the staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Still a great place to stay. Clean, pool and jacuzzis, excellent staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alejadro

Very satisfied with the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Claude

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Busy casino, large pool, great location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, lovely pool and pool area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, Staff and amenities are great.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facility and staff were amazing. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff were so friendly and helpful. Our room was beautiful and the location was perfect walking distance to great spots. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close To Everything Quiet, Clean Nice People
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lorena

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice hotel and very affordable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Is clean, been there three times and every time feels better. I would recommend to family.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best pool in Ensenada, big, clean with plenty of deck chairs for relaxing. Hotel has been remodeled recently, very clean. Very secure parking, top notch
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service! Friendly, clean, spacious and parking area secured.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We’ve been coming here for years and the hotel has only gotten better! The staff is friendly and helpful and the cleanliness is well kept! Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay overall! The staff was friendly, the room was clean and comfortable, and the location was very convenient. The food was also great, which made the experience even better. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms nice pool
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the place ❤️ be back soon
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente todo !
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless amenities and staff perfect and the food delicious!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended!!! Wonderful staff, nice room, beautiful property, convenient location. This was the cleanest hotel we’ve ever stayed in. Will be back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ivette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything we had a great time . Incredible service
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lourdes

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay 👌 really nice and clean nice staff and service
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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