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San Nicolas Hotel and Casino

3.5 star property
Guests hit the jackpot at this casino hotel where entertainment meets relaxation under shaded poolside umbrellas and around evening firepits

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San Nicolas Hotel and Casino, near Riviera del Pacifico Cultural and Convention Center, offers 15 gaming tables, 500 slot machines, and a VIP room. Enjoy the outdoor pool with sun loungers, tennis courts, and a cozy firepit. POOLSIDE restaurant serves international cuisine.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is NZ$140
includes taxes & fees
25 Mar - 26 Mar

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Master Suite California King , only adults

Master Suite California King , only adults

  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Superior Studio

Superior Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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

Room Standard with Pool View

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite | Living area

Junior Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Double Room Superior with Hill View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Hill view
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

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

Double Room Superior

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4

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

Quadruple Room Deluxe with View

  • Sleeps 4

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

Suite Master

  • Sleeps 2

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

Double Room Executive

  • Sleeps 3
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About the area

Located in Playa Ensenada, a neighbourhood in Ensenada, San Nicolas Hotel and Casino is in the entertainment district and near a boardwalk. Don't miss out on a visit to Riviera Cultural Center. Scuba diving and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ziplining and horse riding nearby. Visit our Ensenada travel guide
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Primera & Guadalupe s/n, Ensenada, BC, 22800

What's nearby

  • Riviera Cultural Center of Ensenada, Baja California, Mexico
    Riviera Cultural Center
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Avenida Adolfo Lopez Mateos
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Riviera del Pacifico
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ensanada History Museum
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • First Street
    14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Bar Andaluz (del Ex-Hotel Riviera del Pacífico)
    8 min walk
  • Los Veleros
    6 min walk
  • Megalocos
    6 min walk
  • Caffenio
    2 min walk
  • Sunset Coffee Roasters
    7 min walk

About this property

San Nicolas Hotel and Casino

Hotel near Riviera Cultural Center
Located close to Riviera del Pacifico and First Street, San Nicolas Hotel and Casino provides a casino, a poolside bar and a terrace. Hit the jackpot at this hotel with amenities such as 15 casino gaming tables, a casino VIP room and 500 slot machines. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, POOLSIDE, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition to a firepit and a coffee shop/cafe, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Tennis courts, access to a nearby health club and 3 meeting rooms
  • ATM/banking services, a porter/bellboy and a TV in reception
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 120 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 50-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, coffee/tea makers and heating

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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
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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
  • POOLSIDE

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

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
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 100 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

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Frequently asked questions

Does San Nicolas Hotel and Casino have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at San Nicolas Hotel and Casino?

As of 22 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at San Nicolas Hotel and Casino on 25 Mar 2026 start from NZ$140, 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 San Nicolas Hotel and Casino pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at San Nicolas Hotel and Casino?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at San Nicolas Hotel and Casino?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: noon. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at San Nicolas Hotel and Casino?

Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is San Nicolas Hotel and Casino located?

Located in Playa Ensenada, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Riviera Cultural Center and Riviera del Pacifico. First Street and Ensenada Regional History Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

San Nicolas Hotel and Casino Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 989 out of 1378 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 237 out of 1378 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 1378 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1378 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1378 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless amenities and staff perfect and the food delicious!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lourdes

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay 👌 really nice and clean nice staff and service
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Newly renovated spacious rooms. Hotel restaurant was delicious and staff was attentive. Will definitely go back for summer. Big pool and jacuzzi area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Estela Mercado

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous staff, clean room, great pool
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service, really clean. Great room, the pool is great. Located near pretty much everything!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Courteous staff. Overall nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Norma

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice clean elegant an have a Nice Casino it was a mini vacation for me 🙏
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olivier

Very nice, beautiful pool
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff and location was amazing! Definitely recommend this location if you visit Ensenada! 🔥🔥
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Michel E

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice friendly staff, Rooms very clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alfredo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was awesome and the rooms were very nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we have been have numerous times. it is a great price for a really nice hotel. the staff is always super helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Love the staff very polite and everything was good especially Paulina and Diego and the other work for got hes name but very good customer service i recommend 💯
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great staff/parking/clean room and hot tub
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lizbeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property looks exactly like in the picture on the website. It’s well taken care off, the staff is really nice and respectful. The room was very spacious and clean would definitely recommend the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean rooms and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
My experience in San Nicolas Hotel was great the room were great loved there pool n Jacuzzi I give them a 5 star!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
we had great service, quite night, cool room, nice view, well secured throughout the night, and very affordable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This Pace was amazing Great service Room really Clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Junior

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed the time i spent outthere the place is nice, affordable and the staff were very helpful. I strongly recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donovan Cesar

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful. I will absolutely stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice, clean and comfortable beds. We just had loud people next to us the first two nights. Hotel staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cesar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service. Fernanda was extremely helpful with our check-in process
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025