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City Express by Marriott Tijuana Otay

Property class: 3
3-star hotel near Autonomous University of Baja California

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A spacious lobby with high ceilings, modern lighting, and a reception desk.
A modern office space with a reception desk, a computer, and a seating area with chairs.
A modern office space with a reception desk, two computer monitors, and four white chairs.
A modern hotel room with a bed, sofa, desk, and chair.
A modern dining area with tables and chairs, a sofa, and a television.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Boulevard Lazaro Cardenas 16002, Tijuana, BC, 22427
  • Place, Autonomous University of Baja California
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Alameda Otay
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, High Performance Center in Tijuana
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tijuana, Baja California Norte (TIJ-General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)
  • City view
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and air conditioning unit.

Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(20 reviews)
  • City view
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

A modern hotel room with a bed, sofa, desk, and chair.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Tijuana

Mesa de Otay stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Mesa de Otay hotel, you'll find Autonomous University of Baja California and Alameda Otay. Also, High Performance Center in Tijuana is within half a mile (1 km) and U.S. Consulate General Tijuana is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Autonomous University of Baja California - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Alameda Otay - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Caliente Casino - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • High Performance Center in Tijuana - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • U.S. Consulate General Tijuana - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Beyer Blvd Trolley Station - 22 min drive
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 26 min drive
  • Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Kasa Cafe Universidad - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sirloin Stockade - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Baristi - ‬11 min walk

About this property

City Express by Marriott Tijuana Otay

3-star hotel near Autonomous University of Baja California
WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour business center and a meeting room are available. Free breakfast is available daily. An area shuttle within 10 kilometers and a cruise ship terminal shuttle are free. A fitness center, a vending machine, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at the business-friendly City Express by Marriott Tijuana Otay. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Tijuana hotel is smoke free.

  • 120 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • 1 conference room
City Express by Marriott Tijuana Otay offers 120 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Tijuana hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room crib

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle up to 10 km
  • Free cruise terminal shuttle
  • Free shopping center shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym

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 business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 1 PM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

City Express Tijuana Otay Hotel
City Express Otay Hotel
City Express Otay
City Express Tijuana Otay
City Express by Marriott Tijuana Otay Hotel
City Express by Marriott Tijuana Otay Tijuana
City Express by Marriott Tijuana Otay Hotel Tijuana

Frequently asked questions

How close is City Express by Marriott Tijuana Otay to the airport?

City Express by Marriott Tijuana Otay is 4.3 mi (10-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 City Express by Marriott Tijuana Otay?

As of Sept 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at City Express by Marriott Tijuana Otay on Sept 5, 2026 start from CA $146, 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 City Express by Marriott Tijuana Otay have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at City Express by Marriott Tijuana Otay.

How close is City Express by Marriott Tijuana Otay to the beach?

This hotel is 15 mi (32-min drive) from Imperial Beach and 16.1 mi (42-min drive) from Border Field State Park Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does City Express by Marriott Tijuana Otay offer free breakfast?

City Express by Marriott Tijuana Otay offers free continental breakfast on weekdays between 6 AM and 10:30 AM and weekends between 7 AM and 11 AM.

Is there a casino at City Express by Marriott Tijuana Otay?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Caliente Casino (9-min walk) and Caliente Racetrack Casino (6-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at City Express by Marriott Tijuana Otay?

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

Is there free parking at City Express by Marriott Tijuana Otay?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does City Express by Marriott Tijuana Otay have a pool?

City Express by Marriott Tijuana Otay does not have a pool.

Does City Express by Marriott Tijuana Otay have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is City Express by Marriott Tijuana Otay to downtown Tijuana?

City Express by Marriott Tijuana Otay is 3.9 mi away from Tijuana.

City Express by Marriott Tijuana Otay Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 557 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 211 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 87 out of 1004 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Aaron Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean Room, great staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and clean rooms also the area was safe.... close to plazas and stores
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everthing was excellent 100%
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was very good, great location from the airport. what we need it was everything find
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Good hotel. Next to the airport. Very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MARTIN FLORES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes everything was very good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Itzel Del Rocio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes, the breakfast was fresh. The parking was perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danoz Okeke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and confortable room with friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Isabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Clean hotel clean room Awesome Staff Food was ok not my favorite
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Really good and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Denise

Room was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Isabel Cristina

Good
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rulby

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Abbdon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and great service. Short drive from the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great option for stay in TJ
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

maria de los angeles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carlithos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Todo excelente
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lupe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great customer service, great area and fit our neeeds
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

josuan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Todo excelente
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was fine and staff people were nice and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleasant staying

It was very good, customer service, rooms, variety of restaurants in wsalking distance, we felt safe, parking good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Rosalva

Liked: Staff & service
The staff was fine. The breakfast was good. The amenities were ok. The room was nice, but the beds were hard. I'm not sure that I would recommend someone with back problems to stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yoana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great guest service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025