$81 Avg/night
Rate and special offer based on Check-in: Jun 19, 2013 Check-out: Jun 22, 2013

San Nicolas Hotel and Casino

3 stars
First Street, Ensenada, 22800
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.3
out of 5
10 reviews
ENSENADA TRIP!

I HAVE A GOOD TIME STAYING IN SAN NICOLAS HOTEL, IT WAS VERY CLEAN, AND FRIENDLY . See full review

  • SERGIO92244
  • Jul 14, 2012
Great Experience

This hotel feels like it is from a different age. Remember how you used to go places because they... See full review

  • Anonymous
  • Jul 10, 2011
The San Nicolas Resort Hotel is located just two blocks from Todos Santos Bay, and is within walking distance of shopping, dining and the Riviera del Pacifico Cultural Center.

Enjoy a meal at the Bambu Poolside Restaurant and Bar or any one of the great amenities you have come to expect from a resort hotel. Room service, in-room coffee, beauty salon, in-house tour booking service, wedding planning and more!

If you are in the mood for gaming, place a bet at the Caliente Race & Sports Book before going out for a night on the town.

The San Nicolas Resort Hotel is the perfect spot for fun and excitement in the heart of Ensenada. Experience the true meaning of hospitality. Relax and enjoy yourself in our full size hotel with an Olympic style swimming pool and large jacuzzi surrounded by a collection of beautiful palm trees in a tropical atmosphere. The interior of the hotel shares a unique design motif of ancient Mexico featuring replications of Aztec and Maya art with beautiful paintings decorating the halls and stairways.

San Nicolas Hotel and Casino Rooms

STANDARD - ROOM
Standard King room offers 1 king bed with Aztec and Maya original handcrafted paintings that depict the history and culture of Mexico's early civilization. Includes: One King Bed, Color Cable Television, In-Room Telephone, free wireless internet, Air Conditioning, & Coffee Maker.
STANDARD - ROOM
Standard queen room offers Aztec and Maya original handcrafted paintings that depict the history and culture of Mexico's early civilization. Includes: Two Queen Beds, Color Cable Television, In-Room Telephone, free wireless internet, Air Conditioning, & Coffee Maker.
STANDARD - JR_SUITE
Junior suites are also nicely decorated like the master suites with king sized bed, Aztec and Maya original handcrafted paintings that depict the history and culture of Mexico's early civilization, television, free wireless internet, spacious showers and a sofa bed as part of the living room and have connecting doors to the Master suite.
STANDARD - SUITE
Master Suites are beautifully decorated honeymoon suites with the amenities of a large living room, Free wireless internet, two televisions, a bar, refrigerator and a relaxing 450 gal. Jacuzzi. Room decorated 150 rooms are decorated in a Mexican modern colonial style with Aztec and Maya original handcrafted paintings that depict the history and culture of Mexico's early civilization.

Amenities

  • Wireless internet
  • FREE parking
  • Outdoor pool
General
Concierge
Elevators
Activities
Outdoor pool
Casino
Spa services
Game room
Dining
Bar/Lounge
Restaurant
Room service
Services
Business center
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Conference facilities
Currency exchange
Internet
Wireless internet
Parking
FREE parking
Accessibility
Handicapped rooms/facilities

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Hotel Map

31.8585 -116.6163
Area served
Ensenada
Nearby airports
ESE
Area description
Ensenada is located in Baja California on the longest peninsula in the world boasting 2,000 miles of nice relaxing beaches for all sports. Ensenada known as the "Cinderella of the Pacific" is the 3rd largest city in the state of Baja California located 60 miles south of San Diego - Tijuana International border crossing. Only a 1 hour drive, on one of the most beautifully viewed coastline highways in the world.

Dining

Caliente Casino, Race and Sports Book
Sit back and enjoy a drink while watching a variety of sports and race tracks on the TV monitors. The Sports Book is located down the hall next to our lobby. The San Nicolas Hotel is the only hotel in Ensenada with in-house sports betting and 250 Las Vegas style latest gaming machines. The Casino is open every day from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m.
Bambu Poolside Lounge and Bar
The Bambu Restaurant Bar is a social indoor/outdoor tropical venue overlooking the Olympic style swimming pool and offering a unique experience for all ages. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, awaiting your arrival. Restaurant is open every day at 7:00 a.m. Satisfy your taste buds by trying a variety of outstanding Mexican/Californian cuisine. Our restaurant is known for the outstanding Puerto Nuevo Lobster, and our delicious Cilantro Salad as an appetizer before the main course, the Carne Asada, Filet Mignon or delicious unique Mexican combination plate.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1500
Check-out:
1300

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel and not by Orbitz

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Guest Reviews (10)

Ratings and reviews for San Nicolas Hotel and Casino

Overall score

3.3 / 5
10 out of 10
Amenities:
3.1
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4.1
Room comfort:
3.4
Location:
3.9
Value:
3.6

80% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

2
Kenny II
San Diego, CA
Mar 26, 2013

Weekend in Ensenada

Nice, clean hotel. Hotel staff couldn't find my prepaid reservation at check in and charged me again for the room. They refunded my payment the next day when my reservation was found. The bed and box springs were wrapped in thick plastic, which made for a very unpleasant night's sleep. The room seemed a little pricey compared to alternative pricing advertised by other nearby hotels. Thin walls, guests next door had an extended fight which I unfortunately had to share. "First Street" address is not correct.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
1
Location:
4
Value:
3
Review of San Nicolas Hotel and Casino

Reviewer score

4
SERGIO92244
EL CENTRO
Jul 14, 2012

ENSENADA TRIP!

I HAVE A GOOD TIME STAYING IN SAN NICOLAS HOTEL, IT WAS VERY CLEAN, AND FRIENDLY .

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
5
Entertainment tip: Short drive from hotel

GOOD ENVIREMENT.

Review of San Nicolas Hotel and Casino

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Orange County, CA
Jul 10, 2011

Great Experience

This hotel feels like it is from a different age. Remember how you used to go places because they were all you could afford? This place has that feel. You would go to this hotel to remember to good old days (even if they weren't so good). The decor is old and a bit run down. The walls are thin. The pool with the water fall really need to be cleaned up. The hot water in the shower is only warm. They give you casino credit of 100 pesos, but you can only cash out at $1500 pesos. The room AC is new, and it really pumps out the cold air. It is strange, give the place a chance and it will grow on you. It is a bargain compared to anything in the US. It has a prime location. I think it is the only Hotel/Casino combo in the whole city. It is not crowded, so the thin walls don't matter. And the rooms and hallways have a weird 70s vibe to them. Like I said, it just has that "remember the good old days" feel about it.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
5
Shopping tip: Short walk from hotel

This hotel is just outside of the edge of the shopping/tourist district. It is a pleasant walk over a bridge to get there.

Review of San Nicolas Hotel and Casino

Reviewer score

3
Kokis
Las Vegas, NV
Jul 5, 2010

Clean but a bit outdated

Good location with plenty of free parking. Walls were thin. Rooms and hotel a bit outdated but clean. Good service.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
3
Review of San Nicolas Hotel and Casino

Reviewer score

3
Gleng1
Narrowsburg, NY
Apr 23, 2010

Fine Old-Style Hotel

Located near the tourist area. Great helpful staff. Lovely pool. Rooms are fine but ordinary. Water in hotel never got hotter than lukewarm. TV was funky -- standard channels came in fine; cable channels full of snow. Free parking. Casino in property -- we did not visit it so can't comment.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

Manzanilla restauran

Review of San Nicolas Hotel and Casino

Reviewer score

4
Big Bert
Somerton, AZ
Jan 4, 2010

San Nicolas

It is not in the center of the main street but its only few blocks away. For those that like casinos this hotel has one the main floor and the staff was great they. We got the service of an expensive hotel without having to pay the high end price.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of San Nicolas Hotel and Casino

Reviewer score

2
CyberDivan
Durham, NC
Dec 6, 2009

San Nicolas Hotel and Casino

San Nicolas is in a great location in Ensenada, just a few blocks from the harbor and shopping. The rooms were quaint with lots of hand carved wood, beamed ceilings, and even a wet bar. Our room had a terrace overlooking a very spacious pool. If the review ended here, it would have gotten a much higher rating. The problem was with the noise barriers in the room. Next door to us was a party with the music and loud voices creeping over the walls, through the walls, keeping us up to 5:30 am. Since we started our trip from the east coast at 4 am the morning earlier, we were exhausted. We called down several times complaining about the noise. It was not till after the fourth call that things quieted down. The next night was only slightly better when a bus load of kids and parents arrived. The kids were running up and down the halls and it sounded like a tank was rolling by your room. The noise from the pool area was also funneling into our room. Things did quiet down after 9pm and we were able to get some sleep. If you gamble all night or stay out all night and want to sleep during the day, then the San Nicholas is the place for you. If not, you had better bring some serious earplugs so you can sleep.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
1
Location:
5
Value:
2
Review of San Nicolas Hotel and Casino

Reviewer score

4
MaryC.
Palm Springs, CA
Sep 12, 2009

Ensenada get away

Difficult time trying to find this place initially, once located, it was easily accessible to beaches, food, shopping. Staff helpful, friendly, bilingual. rooms clean, comfortable, air condiioned, and quiet. Secure, guarded parking area. The disappointing issue was having to change rooms on the last night because of early morning work being done on the floor where the room was. I'm sure this is an unusual request, I would not hesitate to stay here again because of this. I felt safe staying here. great value for the money.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

There are a variety of walk up Mexican eateries that have excellent food. The best I've ever had, I would go back just for the food! Beaches were uncrowded, water warm, surf not rough.Alot of new construction going on so I expect more from Ensenada in the future.

Review of San Nicolas Hotel and Casino

Reviewer score

3
Vacationing Soldier
Ca
Jun 25, 2009

Good point and bad points

Good things friendly staff and easy check-in and out. Not a bad location but poor directions on how to get there. The hotel was under construction and we were not informed of such prior to our visit. Nor were there any apologies for the mess. The restruant staff was friendly but look like they did not care about there appearance. The food was bad I would not eat there again. And they should have detailed maps to beaches and surrounding attractions. We would get directions from the front desk and we would still need to stop and ask the locals for better directions. I should not have to pay that much for a hotel that in under construction. I would not mind going there again when there is no construction. I feel that the courtesy of the staff warrants a second chance.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
3
Value:
2
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

the " El Rey Sol" ave lopez mateos no 1000 the flambe drinks are made at you table and are worth the price. It is a delight to watch.

Review of San Nicolas Hotel and Casino

Reviewer score

3
Ingemar
Mexico D.F.
Jan 21, 2013

Tijuana Hotel San Niocolas

Leegue muy tarde , 5 AM no hubo problema para el check in, la alberca estaba vacia, aunque no se usara la vista desde mi habitacion era triste , tiene un aire de viejo , pero esta limpio y tranquilo , el estacionamiento es de cortesia asi que fue buena opcion

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
3
Value:
3
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