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Hotel El Refugio

2.5 star property
Hotel in Tijuana with free parking

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Guest rooms line the corridor, each with a window and a decorative accent above.
Welcome to our modern building with a reception area and staircase leading to the upper floor.
Park your car in the designated parking area, adjacent to the motel building, and enjoy the scenic views of the surrounding mountains.
Cozy retreat with a neatly made bed, side table, and comfortable chair.
El Refugio offers a peaceful retreat with a flat roof and lush surroundings.

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$48
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July

Room options

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
BLVD. EL REFUGIO 25239, COL. FLORIDO 3ra. SECCION, Tijuana, BC, 22237

What's nearby

  • Chevron Stadium - 9 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Macroplaza Insurgentes - 10 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Parque Morelos - 10 min drive - 10.1 km
  • El Trompo Interactive Museum Tijuana - 10 min drive - 10.1 km
  • U.S. Consulate General Tijuana - 15 min drive - 12.7 km

Getting around

  • Tijuana, Baja California Norte (TIJ-General Abelardo L. Rodriguez Intl.) - 30 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 - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Hotel El Refugio

Hotel near Macroplaza Insurgentes
Hotel El Refugio provides amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a snack bar/deli. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk
  • A porter/bellboy, smoke-free property and concierge services
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Heating, daily housekeeping and phones

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:30 PM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: MXN 300
Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: MXN 300 (subject to availability)

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 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 only accepts cash
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel El Refugio pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel El Refugio?

As of 27 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel El Refugio on 28 July 2025 start from AU$48.04, 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.

How much is parking at Hotel El Refugio?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel El Refugio?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel El Refugio?

Checkout is at 12:30 PM. Late checkout is available for MXN 300 (subject to availability).

Where is Hotel El Refugio located?

Situated in the entertainment district, this hotel is within 6 miles (10 km) of Amigos del Artes, Presa Abelardo L. Rodriguez and Tijuana Mexico Temple. Chevron Stadium and El Trompo Interactive Museum Tijuana are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Hotel El Refugio Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 106 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 106 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 106 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 106 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 106 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place is wood for staying one night but nothing extraordinary about that place, is secure and have hot water all time
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Raul

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The facility
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Maria

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Rosario

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

2/10 Terrible

Juan Carlos

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jose

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Muy bien
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Muy buen lugar para hospedarte ya sea un rato o días, excelentes habitaciones y todos los servicios de 10
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Esmeralda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente lugar para quedarse Solo no hay muchos canales de cable más que 6 y internet no agarraba :) De ahí en más exelente servicio
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Elvia

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Flako

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No me atendieron
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

humberto

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

jesus

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rolando

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Julian

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Dionicio

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

DANIEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Todo bien
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ernesto Arturo

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Es un hotel de paso viejo y feo
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Catalina

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Maria del Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excelente ubicación
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024