In the heart of the entertainment district, Hotel El Refugio offers a convenient retreat. With dry cleaning/laundry services and a snack bar/deli, this hotel is perfect for those on-the-go. Connect to in-room WiFi and enjoy express check-out with the help of a 24-hour front desk.
El Trompo Interactive Museum Tijuana - 11 min drive
U.S. Consulate General Tijuana - 15 min drive
Getting around
Tijuana, Baja California Norte (TIJ-General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl.) - 30 min drive
San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 58 min drive
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 60 min drive
San Diego, CA (SAN-San Diego Intl.) - 60 min drive
Restaurants
Mariscos Tito's - 7 min walk
Mariscos Aniceto - 4 min drive
Bar el Poblano - 3 min drive
Tacos el Paisa - 5 min drive
Hong Bun Buffet - 4 min walk
About this property
Hotel El Refugio
At Hotel El Refugio, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of U.S. Consulate General Tijuana. Free perks include WiFi and self-parking.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
40 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 12:30 PM
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Up to 2 children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
On-site parking includes off-street options
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Porter/bellhop
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Premium satellite channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall shower heads
Shower only
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer (on request)
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Laptop-friendly workspace
Free WiFi
Free local calls
More
Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of MXN 300 (subject to availability)
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
Long-term renters welcome.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property only accepts cash.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel El Refugio offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel El Refugio does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel El Refugio?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel El Refugio?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel El Refugio?
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 12:30 PM. Late check-out is available for a charge of MXN 300 (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.
Is there an on-site casino at Hotel El Refugio?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Caliente Racetrack Casino (15-min drive) and Caliente Casino (16-min drive) are both nearby.
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Hotel El Refugio Reviews
Reviews
7.0
Good
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6.8/10
Cleanliness
6.8/10
Staff & service
6.2/10
Amenities
6.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
2 Feb 2024
The place is wood for staying one night but nothing extraordinary about that place, is secure and have hot water all time
david
david, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 Mar 2024
The facility
david
david, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
12 Oct 2024
Nothing
Maria
Maria, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
30 Jul 2024
No good
Juan Carlos
Juan Carlos, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
1 Jan 2023
We checked and went to look at the room the bathroom was horrible it was so dirty smelled like cigarettes I literally couldn’t stand the smell canceled my stay their that same day I checked in and left. Never booking from this hotel again
Rosario
Rosario, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
26 Sep 2022
I did my reservation tru Hotels.com and when I get to hotel they told me that they don’t have any reservation for me and they Ofer me a room paying a lot more than I supposed to pay whit my reservation and they give me a dirty room whit no A/C a lots of noise kids running around and knocking on our door and running away like 3 times and the girls at the reception really bad actitud and bad customer service.!!
Jose
Jose, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
26 Jan 2025
jesus
jesus, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
6 Jan 2025
Julian
Julian, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 Dec 2024
Adrian Alejandro
Adrian Alejandro, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Dec 2024
Angel
Angel, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
11 Dec 2024
Es un hotel de paso viejo y feo
Ernesto Arturo
Ernesto Arturo, 3-night trip
2/10 Poor
8 Sep 2024
Catalina
Catalina, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
30 Jun 2024
Excelente ubicación
Maria del Carmen
Maria del Carmen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 Apr 2024
Jesus
Jesus, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
3 Apr 2024
Tranquila
Cardin
Cardin, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
31 Mar 2024
Ricardo
Ricardo, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
4 Mar 2024
Jeniffer
Jeniffer, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 Feb 2024
david
david, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
1 Jan 2024
Melany
Melany, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
1 Dec 2023
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Nov 2023
Marco Ismael
Marco Ismael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 Nov 2023
Rigoberto
Rigoberto, 10-night trip
8/10 Very good
2 Oct 2023
Tuvieron una atención cordial y me gusto el estacionamiento seguro