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City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río

3.0 star property

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A spacious lobby with grey sofas, a wooden coffee table, and pendant lighting.
A modern breakfast bar with a self-service coffee machine, various food options, and a clean, tiled floor.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with a view of buildings outside.
A CityExpress Hotel with a modern design, featuring a central entrance, multiple floors, and a parking area with several cars.
A modern lobby with a grey sectional sofa, two side chairs, a blue geometric wall art, and a potted plant.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services
The current price is AU$120
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug

Explore the area

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Dr. Atl No.6 Col. Zona Rio, Tijuana, BC, 22320
  • Place, Plaza Rio Commercial Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Centro Cultural Tijuana
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, CAS Visa USA
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tijuana, Baja California Norte (TIJ-General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a framed picture on the wall.

Room, 2 Double Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, desk, and a large window.

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(57 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

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

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Tijuana

At City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río you'll be 3.2 km (2 mi) from San Ysidro Border Crossing and 4.1 km (2.6 mi) from Las Americas Premium Outlets. Highlights at this hotel include a complimentary breakfast, free self-parking and a free area shuttle. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a fitness centre and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of an area shuttle. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Zona Rio hotel include Estadio Caliente and U.S. Consulate General Tijuana.

What's nearby

  • Plaza Rio Commercial Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Centro Cultural Tijuana - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Tijuana City Hall - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Hidalgo Market - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • CAS Visa USA - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Beyer Blvd Trolley Station - 14 min drive
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 20 min drive
  • Tijuana, Baja California Norte (TIJ-General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gastro 17 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Takoyaki Bros - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante La Miel - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sabor a Mí - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Marenca - ‬3 min walk

About this property

City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río

WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A business centre and a meeting room are available. Free breakfast is available daily. A free area shuttle within 10 kilometres is available. A fitness centre, a vending machine, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at the business-friendly City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Tijuana hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 131 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Built in 2009
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • 1 conference room
City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río offers 131 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Tijuana hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free area shuttle up to 10 kilometres
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2009
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
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. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

City Express Tijuana Río
City Express Tijuana Rio Hotel Tijuana
City Río Hotel
City Río Hotel Tijuana Express
City Express Tijuana Río Hotel
City Express Río Hotel
City Express Río
City Express Tijuana Río
City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río?

City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río?

As of 7 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río on 30 Aug 2026 start from AU$120, 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 City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río?

Yep, City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río?

The closest beach to City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río is Rosarito Beach (20.8 km).

Is City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a free local area shuttle, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río is a hit with families.

Does City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary continental brekkie is on offer on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 10:30 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río?

No, City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 1 PM.

Are pets allowed at City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río?

No, only service animals are allowed.

City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 672 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 203 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 1016 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The rooms were very clean, the staff was very helpful and location is great.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Pedro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes everything was pwrfect food and room
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly service, good management and great cleaning & breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rubi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and close to the downtown of Tijuana. Very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

JAZMINE A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was really good! Staff was helpful and informative.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean and very close to shopping and food! They have a very nice continental breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sara A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good service staff very helpful the complementary breakfast was very delicious 👌 all the receptionist very nice especially this girl call Sol five stars was not enough ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ thank you 🙏
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness
Great value. Great area. Love it.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and very comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

CYNTHIA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, easy check in, front desk night staff friendly and delicious bfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Norma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean place , good breakfast and accessible parking!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Edgar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, if you do not need amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jose R Villanueva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is bilingual, rooms are clean, water pressure is great. No complaints.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alvaro

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Very quiet but the carpet was dirty everything else great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

TAE WOONG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They have free shuttle bus to the airport
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is really friendly and the breakfast was good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Janitzi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes the breakfast was good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, staff was very quick, clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, great A/C.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleanliness and fruendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janet M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and everything was walking distance
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

luis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria m

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hi this is are second time we stayed in this hotel we really go to relax and it is for me and my husband the room is dark and quiet overall clean and everyone is very nice and respectful breakfast was very good this hotel I rate them a 100:/:
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026