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City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río

3.0 star property
Hotel in Tijuana with free breakfast and area shuttle service

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Lobby
Exterior
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Lobby
Free daily continental breakfast

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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, CAS Visa USA
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, San Ysidro Border Crossing
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tijuana, Baja California Norte (TIJ-General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(37 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Tijuana

Located in Zona Rio within a short walk of CAS Visa USA, City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río is within a few miles (5 km) of other popular sights such as San Ysidro Border Crossing. This 131-room, 3-star hotel has free breakfast along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Plaza Rio Commercial Center - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Centro Cultural Tijuana - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • CAS Visa USA - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • San Ysidro Border Crossing - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Las Americas Premium Outlets - 3 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • Beyer Blvd Trolley Station - 14 min drive
  • San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 20 min drive
  • Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sabor a Mí - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tacos Los Poblanos - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Marenca - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Taquitos De Birria - ‬1 min walk

About this property

City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río

Hotel in Tijuana with free breakfast and area shuttle service
City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río features a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. There's free parking and a free area shuttle. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a meeting room, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect flat-screen TVs with cable channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Safes and desks are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision.

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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 transportation

  • Free area shuttle up to 10 km
  • Free self parking on site
  • 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 crib
  • 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 center
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • 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
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2009
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

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
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property 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)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 1 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features 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).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

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

Is a free cancellation option available at City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río?

City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río offers free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

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

As of Oct 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río on Oct 26, 2025 start from $86.89, excluding 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.

What's there to see near City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río?

This hotel is situated in Zona Rio within a 10-minute walk of Plaza Rio Commercial Center and CREA Sports Field. You'll also find San Ysidro Border Crossing and CAS Visa USA within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río include a casino on the premises?

No, City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like free Internet access as well as free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk.

Does City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río though service animals are welcome.

Does City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río?

The closest major airport to City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río is Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ), which is 4 mi away (13 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), which is located 20.6 mi away (36-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río?

No, at City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Reviews

City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 605 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 237 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1021 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 52 out of 1021 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bresler

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cesar luis

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nyzza, Long beach

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to medical buildings
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

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

8/10 Good

maria

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Por años he llegado hay y es seguro y su personal agradable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

rigoberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was close to the airport, traffic was crazy and busy but overall it was ok. .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Hector

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The bathroom doesn’t have a fan so every time you shower the room gets humid.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Yolanda

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel, clean room. Parking a little inconvenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to walk. But staff to young to put customers first, to quiet not friendly Attitude not caring about our needs!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Norene

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Could hear the noise and conversation all night from the room next door. Also, the bathroom floor was dirty. Shower had gross stains and dirty corners. Counters were cracked in two different places. 401 is not the room to be in if you want sleep. Right next to the stairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The people at this property are amazing!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Francisco

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
The approach about my truck upon arrival
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
La limpieza estuvo muy bien pero una mujer que esta en la recepcion que se llama laura es muy grocera y es una porqueria como persona si no le gusta su trabajo deberia de buscar otro
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

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

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel in TJ
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose De Jesus

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Carlos Said

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is always ready to help
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manuel Emilio

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Super recomendado.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Veronica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to walk to most of the places I had to visit during my stay. The staff very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025