Hotel Rio Rita

2.5 star property
Adults-only hotel near San Ysidro Border Crossing

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Lounge
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, down comforters, in-room safe, individually decorated
Terrace/patio
Interior detail
Suite, Hot Tub | Bathroom | Shower, rainfall showerhead, hair dryer, towels

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
968 Av. Revolución Zona Centro, Tijuana, BC, 22000
  • Av Revolución
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Tijuana Customs - Garita El Chaparral
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • San Ysidro Border Crossing
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Tijuana, Baja California Norte (TIJ-General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(40 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, Hot Tub

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

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

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About the neighborhood

Tijuana

Tijuana Centro stay.Your stay at this Tijuana Centro hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Las Americas Premium Outlets and San Ysidro Border Crossing. Av Revolución and The Emporium are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Av Revolución - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Tijuana Customs - Garita El Chaparral - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Centro Cultural Tijuana - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • San Ysidro Border Crossing - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • CAS Visa USA - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • San Ysidro Transit Center Station - 16 min drive
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 19 min drive
  • Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hotel Caesars - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Justina - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ruta 33 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Norte Brewing Co. - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Birria la Mejor - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Rio Rita

Adults-only hotel near San Ysidro Border Crossing
As a guest of Hotel Rio Rita, you'll find a terrace, express check-out, and a front-desk safe. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Hotel Rio Rita was completed in September 2020.

This Art Deco Tijuana hotel is smoke free.

  • 73 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
Hotel Rio Rita offers 73 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature down comforters. 55-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads.

This Tijuana hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, covered self parking on site

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel Rio Rita

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older 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)

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 21 years old
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • Alcohol isn't served or allowed at Hotel Rio Rita.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel España
Hotel Rio Rita Hotel
Hotel Rio Rita Tijuana
Hotel Rio Rita Hotel Tijuana

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Rio Rita to the airport?

Hotel Rio Rita is 5.3 mi (21-min drive) away from the Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Hotel Rio Rita have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Rio Rita.

How close is Hotel Rio Rita to the beach?

This hotel is 9.1 mi (28-min drive) from Imperial Beach and 11.2 mi (37-min drive) from Silver Strand State Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel Rio Rita offer free breakfast?

Hotel Rio Rita does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hotel Rio Rita?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Caliente Racetrack Casino (5-min drive) and Caliente Casino (10-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel Rio Rita?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Hotel Rio Rita?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hotel Rio Rita have a pool?

Hotel Rio Rita does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Rio Rita have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Rio Rita to downtown Tijuana?

Hotel Rio Rita is 0.8 mi away from Tijuana.

Hotel Rio Rita Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 713 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 139 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1019 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 78 out of 1019 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

felix, MAINA VALLEY

No free parking
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

mona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernando Esaú

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
10 out of 10
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Consuelo

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

The hotel was ok.

The hotel was ok. It is close to the food court and other restaurants and stores. My wife and I did not feel safe because it was full of polices.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelent front desk employee service. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ignacio

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

felipe

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay, very clean very safe very quiet and a great location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Federico

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Armando

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

berto, los angeles

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked everything
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Armando jr, san pedro

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel close to everyone
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

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

10/10 Excellent

sarahi de la

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

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bertha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
LOVED THE LOCATION AND CLEANESS
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

guillermo

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025