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.
Presa Abelardo L. Rodriguez - 15 min drive - 14.6 km
Parque Morelos - 21 min drive - 12.7 km
CEART Tijuana - 21 min drive - 13.4 km
El Trompo Interactive Museum Tijuana - 21 min drive - 12.3 km
Macroplaza Insurgentes - 21 min drive - 12.3 km
Getting around
Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 30 min drive
San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 58 min drive
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 60 min drive
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 60 min drive
Restaurants
Little Caesars Pizza - 13 min walk
Carl’s Jr. - 2 min drive
Hong Bun Buffet - 5 min walk
Mariscos Aniceto - 3 min drive
Tijuanita La Loca - 2 min drive
About this property
Hotel El Refugio
Hotel El Refugio puts you within a 15-minute drive of U.S. Consulate General Tijuana. Free perks include WiFi and self parking.
At a glance
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Hotel size
40 rooms
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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
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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Up to 2 children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay 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 showerhead
Shower only
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Laptop-friendly workspace
Free WiFi
Free local calls
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Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of MXN 300 (subject to availability)
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Long-term renters welcome.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property only accepts cash.
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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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel El Refugio?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't 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 onsite 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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Reviews
Hotel El Refugio Reviews
7.2
Good
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7.0
Cleanliness
8.6
Location
6.8
Staff & service
6.8
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 30, 2025
It was a nice qyu
Rosa
Rosa, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 2, 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
Verified
2/10 Poor
Jan 5, 2026
There was red stains on the drapes like a scene from a horror movie, cigarette burns on the bed. Bathroom was dirty and it was a motel for solicitation of prost. not a hotel.
Cassandra
Cassandra, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 15, 2024
The facility
david
david, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Dec 27, 2024
Good
Raul
Raul, 1-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Oct 12, 2024
Nothing
Maria
Maria, 2-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Jan 1, 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
Verified
2/10 Poor
Jul 30, 2024
No good
Juan Carlos
Juan Carlos, 1-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Sep 26, 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
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 28, 2025
Esta accesible
Guadalupe
Guadalupe, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 9, 2025
Muy bien
Alejandra
Alejandra, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 26, 2025
Muy buen lugar para hospedarte ya sea un rato o días, excelentes habitaciones y todos los servicios de 10
Jose
Jose, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 3, 2025
Excelente lugar para quedarse
Solo no hay muchos canales de cable más que 6 y internet no agarraba :)
De ahí en más exelente servicio
Esmeralda
Esmeralda, 8-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Feb 16, 2025
La habitacion me gusto en general excepto la cabecera de la cama y no me gusto el baño parecia sucio y salia el aroma a caño!!!
Elvia
Elvia, 1-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Feb 2, 2025
No me atendieron
Flako
Flako, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 16, 2024
Todo bien
DANIEL
DANIEL, 1-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Dec 11, 2024
Es un hotel de paso viejo y feo
Ernesto Arturo
Ernesto Arturo, 3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jun 30, 2024
Excelente ubicación
Maria del Carmen
Maria del Carmen, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Apr 3, 2024
Tranquila
Cardin
Cardin, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 2, 2023
Tuvieron una atención cordial y me gusto el estacionamiento seguro
Adolfo
Adolfo, 1-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Jun 27, 2023
Muy Mala Experiencia
Adolfo
Adolfo, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 19, 2022
la propiedad es común no considero que tenga algo destacable en particular.
Falta mejor control el acceso, detiene mucho el vehículo y se tiene que bajar no para que lo atiendan. Es lo único de ahí todo está muy bien.
gabino
Verified
4/10 Fair
Nov 8, 2022
Pues que esta anunciado como hotel y no lo es, es un motel y pues que cuando se me pidió una tarjeta la registre, creyendo que con ella podria pagar y me dijeron que solo recibian efectivo,el cual obviamente no llevaba en ese momento. POr lo qjue decidí no quedarme con estas caracteristicas y reglas
Jose
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 15, 2022
Muy limpio buena ubicación , muy cerca Oxxo, farmacia , mercado , zona de comida , recomendado
Mario Alberto
Mario Alberto, 1-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Apr 28, 2022
Una de las fundas de las almohadas tenia manchas que parecian sangre seca. Las sabanas estaban manchadas. Habia mosquitos. Muy ruidoso, hubo musica en un lugar cercano hasta la madrugada. Al estar junto a una avenida es muy ruidoso.