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San Nicolas Hotel and Casino

3.5 star property
3.5-star Colonial hotel near Riviera Cultural Center

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Exercise/lap pool
Deluxe Room | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Junior Suite | Living area | 50-inch Smart TV with cable channels, TV
Outdoor wedding area
Master Suite California King , only adults | Private spa tub

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar

Explore the area

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Primera & Guadalupe s/n, Ensenada, BC, 22800
  • Place, Riviera Cultural Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, First Street
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Hermosa
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Master Suite California King , only adults | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Master Suite California King , only adults

  • 600 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 600 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Superior Studio | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Studio

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

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

Room Standard with Pool View

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2

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Deluxe Room | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite | Living area | 50-inch Smart TV with cable channels, TV

Junior Suite

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

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Double Room Superior with Hill View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 602 sq ft
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4

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

Double Room Superior

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

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

Quadruple Room Deluxe with View

  • Sleeps 4

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

Suite Master

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

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 - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Riviera Cultural Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Riviera del Pacifico - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • First Street - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Playa Hermosa - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Andaluz (del Ex-Hotel Riviera del Pacífico) - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Megalocos - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Los Veleros - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Caffenio - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mariscos La Doña - ‬3 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

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
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.

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 67.3 mi (98-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 Oct 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at San Nicolas Hotel and Casino on Oct 31, 2025 start from $79.49, 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 (18-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. 852 out of 1202 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 207 out of 1202 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 1202 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 1202 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1202 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Napaa

Never again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

patricia, Grand Prairie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Remodeled rooms at the best! Sunday brunch was yummy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was great
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rocio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel only bad part is the bracelet they put you and have to have on all the time
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Gloria

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jorge

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great room. Pool and jacuzzi.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Sergio

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivete A.

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at San Nicolas Hotel and Casino in Ensenada! The pool is amazing—super clean, big, and perfect for relaxing. We spent a lot of time there and really enjoyed it. All the employees were extremely nice and helpful from the moment we arrived until we left. Their service really made a difference in our stay. The hotel is in a good location, close to restaurants and shops. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivete A.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at San Nicolas Hotel and Casino in Ensenada! The pool is amazing—super clean, big, and perfect for relaxing. We spent a lot of time there and really enjoyed it. All the employees were extremely nice and helpful from the moment we arrived until we left. Their service really made a difference in our stay. The hotel is in a good location, close to restaurants and shops. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delia, HYATTSVILLE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Martha

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
the pool
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and staff very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rubi

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff front desk and bell men
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my first time visiting Mexico and the Ensenada area. The hotel room was lovely, and even better than expected. I stayed with my two kids and it was very spacious. The balcony area was a huge plus, I didn't know our room would have one. We enjoyed spending some time out on the balcony in the early mornings and evenings. All of the staff that we encountered were very friendly and helpful, as well as linguistically knowledgeable in English when my Spanish was not the best. We ordered room service during one of the nights of our stay when it was already passed 11:30pm. We ordered the pizza and spaghetti bolognese, both were delicious! I love that room service was offered until 1:00am, as not many food establishments are open during that time. The pool was also really nice, and there are two jacuzzis. I just wish they would stay open at least until 10pm. I thought 9pm was rather early. Overall wonderful hotel!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sadie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Angel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sonia

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was clean and comfortable. And I didn’t like that you couldn’t bring your own snack to the pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eddie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

mario

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Santiago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Cristián

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose Louis

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great

Good hotel and casino
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025