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San Nicolas Hotel and Casino

3.5 star property
Colonial Ensenada hotel in Playa Ensenada with a casino
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Exercise/lap pool
Fireplace
Deluxe Room
Casino
Master Suite California King , only adults | Private kitchenette

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Guests liked:

Clean rooms, friendly staff, property condition

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Laundry
    Laundry
The price is NZ$147
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec

Explore the area

Map
Primera & Guadalupe s/n, Ensenada, BC, 22800
  • Avenida Adolfo Lopez Mateos
    1 min walk
  • State Center for the Arts
    5 min walk
  • Riviera Cultural Center
    6 min walk
  • Ensenada, Baja California Norte (ESE)
    13 min drive

Room options

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Superior Studio

Superior Studio

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Junior Suite | Living area

Junior Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Master Suite California King , only adults

Master Suite California King , only adults

Highlights

Balcony
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
Smart TV
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Quadruple Room Deluxe With View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Suite Master

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room Standard With Pool View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Double Room Superior

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Double Room Superior With Hill View

  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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 Cultural and Convention Center. 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 - 0.0 km
  • Riviera Cultural Center - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Riviera del Pacifico Cultural and Convention Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • First Street - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Playa Hermosa - 6 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Tijuana, Baja California Norte (TIJ-General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl.) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Andaluz - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Los Veleros - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mariscos la Doña - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Victor's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Caffenio - ‬3 min walk

About this property

San Nicolas Hotel and Casino

Colonial Ensenada hotel in Playa Ensenada with a 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.

Languages

English, Spanish

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
  • 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
  • Pool Event Garden Area
  • POOLSIDE
  • RESTAURANT

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
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • 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

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
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 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

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 21 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at San Nicolas Hotel and Casino on 1 Dec 2024 start from NZ$147.00, 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 a 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.

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

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 569 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 236 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1002 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Heidi

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very good
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jessica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We would’ve give 5 stars but our A/C was making a lot of noice so staff should check every room there A/C
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Francisco

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Jose

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The humidity odor was terrible, rooms were fine, pool was ok, they had to switch us to another room because of the AC unit was broken and kept making a noise every 17 seconds (I timed it) and the humidity. My son forgot his earbuds in the first room and when he found out that they were in there (through Find my iPhone) they said that there is nothing that they can do because the room was already taken. The front desk guy (Lennin was his name) had a terrible attitude during our five days stay in the hotel and when I first told him the issues we we’re experiencing he turned and laughed!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marlene V

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great service & Comfortable stay!!
We've stayed in many Hotels in Ensenada, and this Hotel was one of the best so far. The Hotel did need a little upkeeping in the hall ways and carpets were pretty stained which gave a particular smell. The room was amazing!! Very clean and super comfortable bed. Having a refrigerator would've been nice to keep our drinks cool though. The pool is big and very nice. We didn't get a chance to get into the jacuzzi because it was always packed. Usually the same people were there for hours, hopefully they didn't leave with there insides cooked! They should have a sign limiting the amount of people in the jacuzzi at one time and also a time limit of 30-45 minutes at one time. Overall service and food was great!! We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always stay there every year…great hotel…
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mayeli

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We visit this hotel every year. We love to stay at San Nicolas Hotel ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

vanezza

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the renovated bedrooms. Showers are not clean, mold is growing. Everything else was excellent for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ernesto

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful place, with amazing facilities and friendly staff. Nice location, it takes about 20 minutes (walking) from the hotel to Ensenada's historic downtown area. The restaurant is also amazing, specially the Sunday buffet. The only reason we didn't give it 5 stars under "Property condition & facilities" is that, the hallway has a weird smell, probably because the carpets get wet when people go to their room after being in the pool, and there are no windows. Having said that, we recommend this place and we'll be back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was amazing o loved it ♥️
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Room was beautiful and newly renovated. But the hallway could use a major clean up!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Yessenia

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Nancy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Terrible customer service, hallways and rooms have a old wet smell, too much unnecessary restriction of what can be taken in the pool area
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Blanca

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Restroom needed more detail cleaning. Especially toilets
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Edgar

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Food wait time was terrible, had to wait for 45 minutes for my food to be served...
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Eduard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property overall was a great experience having the pool for the kids. I personally feel that there can have some updates in the rooms but it was a great time. They have 24 hour security parking for the vehicles.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARCELA URIAS

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
all very well
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the hotel , will be coming back ! Thank you for your service!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

daniel

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

IPhone

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly but hotel was very old and you can hear everything through the door cracks.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024