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San Nicolas Hotel and Casino

3.5 star property

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

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$153
includes taxes & fees
24 June - 25 June

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

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

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

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Master Suite California King , only adults

Master Suite California King , only adults

  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Studio

Superior Studio

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Room Standard with Pool View

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Junior Suite | Living area

Junior Suite

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

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Double Room Superior with Hill View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Double Room Superior

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Ensenada

San Nicolas Hotel and Casino puts you in the heart of Ensenada, within just a 10-minute stroll of Riviera Cultural Center and Riviera del Pacifico. Highlights at this Colonial hotel include a casino, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .POOLSIDE serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Casino Bars is the hotel's own sports bar, serving drinks along with light fare. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a conference centre and a coffee shop/cafe. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of a beach shuttle. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Playa Ensenada hotel include First Street and Ensenada Regional History Museum.

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, Baja California Norte (TIJ-General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl.) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

San Nicolas Hotel and Casino

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 centre and 3 meeting rooms.

WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 950 square feet (88 square metres) and includes a conference centre. 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 centre
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
San Nicolas Hotel and Casino offers 120 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. 50-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Ensenada hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

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

Restaurants on site

  • Casino Bars
  • POOLSIDE

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Conference centre (950 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1968
  • Colonial architecture
  • Communal living room
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with cable channels

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 per cent 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 per cent

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 all 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

What is the cancellation policy at San Nicolas Hotel and Casino?

San Nicolas Hotel and Casino offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 23 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at San Nicolas Hotel and Casino on 24 June 2026 start from AU$153, including 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.

Is parking available at San Nicolas Hotel and Casino?

Yep, San Nicolas Hotel and Casino has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to San Nicolas Hotel and Casino?

The closest beach to San Nicolas Hotel and Casino is Playa Hermosa (2.1 km).

Is there a spa on site at San Nicolas Hotel and Casino?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like massages.

Does San Nicolas Hotel and Casino have a pool?

San Nicolas Hotel and Casino has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM. The swimming pool will be unavailable from November 9 2026 to January 15 2027 (dates subject to change).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at San Nicolas Hotel and Casino?

No, San Nicolas Hotel and Casino does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at San Nicolas Hotel and Casino?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at San Nicolas Hotel and Casino?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at San Nicolas Hotel and Casino?

No, only service animals are allowed.

San Nicolas Hotel and Casino Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1096 out of 1501 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 243 out of 1501 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 88 out of 1501 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1501 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1501 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Lorena

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice hotel and very affordable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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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
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10/10 Excellent

marlon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Perfect stay to venture out in Ensenada everything is convenient near.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

juan c

Liked: Cleanliness
Good place near tourist attraction!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shalayne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Free parking across the street, spacious rooms, delicious breakfast, and huge pool and hot tubs!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

JORGE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and cheap
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

EDUARDO

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean Room, friendly staff, new renovated pool!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleased with this hotel, this is my 3rd stay Highly recommend it
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Oscar Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Humberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for the price!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Estela Mercado

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous staff, clean room, great pool
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Leticia

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place and food.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Newly renovated spacious rooms. Hotel restaurant was delicious and staff was attentive. Will definitely go back for summer. Big pool and jacuzzi area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service, really clean. Great room, the pool is great. Located near pretty much everything!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Norma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice clean elegant an have a Nice Casino it was a mini vacation for me 🙏
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous staff. Overall nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

hugo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Michel E

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice friendly staff, Rooms very clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room, and the staff were both amazing. Everything about our stay exceeded our expectations. This is our new go to place in Ensenada
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026