San Nicolas Hotel and Casino

3.5 star property
Colonial hotel with casino and spa services

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

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Room service
The current price is NZ$113
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr

Explore the area

Map
Primera & Guadalupe s/n, Ensenada, BC, 22800
  • Riviera Cultural Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Riviera del Pacifico
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • First Street
    ‪16 min walk‬

Room options

Superior Studio

Highlights

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

Deluxe Room

Highlights

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

Superior Double Room

Highlights

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

Junior Suite

Highlights

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

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

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

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

Quadruple Room Deluxe With View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite Master

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room Standard With Pool View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room Superior

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Double Room Superior With Hill View

  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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 - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Riviera del Pacifico - 7 min walk - 0.7 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 hotel with casino and spa services
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

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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
  • 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

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

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 31 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at San Nicolas Hotel and Casino on 7 Apr 2025 start from NZ$113.38, 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. 779 out of 1344 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 313 out of 1344 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 142 out of 1344 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 1344 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 1344 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disappointed by quality
Definitely got cat fished. The property is very old and was giving motel 6 vibes. There is a very strong odor that permeates throughout the lobby, hallways and even our room. The hotel hallways are poorly lit and I think that was intentional to hid the old dirty carpet and patched up walls. Our room was next to the dumpsters and we kept hearing the loud opening and slamming shut of the dumpsters all night. They started doing some construction work our second day there and it was incredibly loud. Our reservation was for four people but there was only two towels in the bathroom and no towel floor mat so we were left with having to step/stand on our clothes to not slip when coming out the shower. We asked for additional towels the second day which we received. The room itself was in better shape (other than the dingy smell). The bathroom looked like it had been recently upgraded and definitely did not match what the rest of the hotel looked like. The front desk clerks were very nice and professional. Housekeeping and parking attendants were very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scot

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Weekend Getaway
Great location, rooms are comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Andrew

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Judith

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

German

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice and attentive. Clean and quiet since we went in off season. Definitely returning. Loved the pool and hot tubs!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

lorena

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay was short but loved it, we plan to come back in the summer
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is incredible, courteous and polite. Room's are clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Haroutioun

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room upgraded clean nice pool excellent service recommend
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Orlando

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Haroutioun

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Everything was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff at reception is excellent and bartender Mateo is the best.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Yesica, Norwalk

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe clean quiet hotel, Spacious rooms and courteous staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Celso

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great people
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024