Hotel Rio Rita, located in Tijuana Centro, offers a charming retreat with a peaceful terrace and convenient free in-room WiFi. Unwind after shopping at Las Americas Premium Outlets and take advantage of helpful staff, luggage storage, express check-out and self parking. Guests rave about the attentive service.
968 Av. Revolución Zona Centro, Tijuana, BC, 22000
What's nearby
Av Revolución - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
El Popo Market - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Tijuana Arch - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Fronton Jai Alai Palace - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Centro Cultural Tijuana - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Getting around
Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 21 min drive
San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 34 min drive
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 35 min drive
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 43 min drive
San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 19 min drive
Old Town Transit Center - 22 min drive
San Ysidro Transit Center Station - 26 min walk
Restaurants
Caesar's Restaurant Bar - 3 min walk
The Beer Garden ~ - 1 min walk
Norte Brewing Co. - 2 min walk
The Witch - 2 min walk
Rubik's 80's Bar - 1 min walk
About this property
Hotel Rio Rita
When you stay at Hotel Rio Rita, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from San Ysidro Border Crossing and CAS Visa USA. Free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast daily between 8:00 AM and noon. This Art Deco hotel is also within a short drive of Las Americas Premium Outlets and San Diego Bay. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.
At a glance
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Hotel size
73 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum guest age is 18
Minimum check-in age is 18
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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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 secured, covered onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
No alcohol allowed onsite
Caters to adults only
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–noon
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Romance packages
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Art gallery on site
Art Deco architecture
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Area rugs in public areas
Thin carpet in public areas
Tile flooring in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
55-inch LCD TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Espresso maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Down comforter
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Free long-distance and local calls
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Long-term renters welcome.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Also known as
Hotel España
Hotel Rio Rita Hotel
Hotel Rio Rita Tijuana
Hotel Rio Rita Hotel Tijuana
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Rio Rita offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Rio Rita 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 Rio Rita?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Rio Rita?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Rio Rita?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Hotel Rio Rita?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Caliente Racetrack Casino (5-min drive) and Caliente Casino (10-min drive) are both nearby.
What's the area around Hotel Rio Rita like?
Hotel Rio Rita is a short 1-minute walk from Av Revolución and 19 minutes' walk from Tijuana Customs - Garita El Chaparral. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
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Reviews
Hotel Rio Rita Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
9.4
Cleanliness
8.8
Amenities
9.0
Staff & service
9.2
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
The jacuzzi was a highlight, offering a great and relaxing experience. (4 reviews)
The hot tub was great and a very worthwhile experience. (4 reviews)
Breakfast was great and the included service was also highly praised. (3 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 8, 2026
Hotel was very cool looking. Right on revolution Street. Plenty to do in the area. The bed was very comfortable. I would stay here again.
Kowa
Kowa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 30, 2025
Great hotel and great staff
Ignacio
Ignacio, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 4, 2026
Great stay and location to everything. Breakfast was great too & service. Definitely a spot to stay if you want to be close to all the nightlife
Aime
Aime, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 15, 2025
Excellent location, very helpful friendly staff
victor
victor, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 18, 2026
Staff were friendly, room was clean. Definitely recommend this spot. Great location, close to everything, bars, restaurants, stores.
Moises
Moises, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 6, 2026
Great atmosphere...even have a goi fish pond. Room had everything needed - quiet as a church - for a night's stay. Great location and free parking was the reason I chose to stay...a downtown jewel
Gregory
Gregory, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 4, 2026
Clean, attentive staff. Located in heart of downtown makes it convenient for walking excursions.
Ty
Ty, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 27, 2026
Friendly staff
J
J, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 25, 2026
Great staff. Great seevice. Great location.
william
william, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 30, 2025
Very clean and beautiful hotel. Clean and food was good. The service was great
Jessica
Jessica, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2025
Great location, polite staff, extremely clean, highly recommend!
Jose
Jose, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 29, 2025
great place located on revolution. Staff is amazing definitely recommend and also free parking.
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 31, 2025
Bed was super comfortable. Staff was very polite. This is our second time staying here.
ALICIA
ALICIA, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 8, 2025
Staff was very attentive and helpful.
alejandro
alejandro, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 12, 2025
Really good place to stay at in Tijuana close to clubs, restaurants stores. Place was clean and comfortable. Highly recommended.
Jose
Jose, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 22, 2025
Excellent service it’s clean good area. Highly recommend recommended.
Daniel
Daniel, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 6, 2025
Great place for your money in a great location
David
David, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 20, 2025
Staff is very friendly and helpful
Errol
Errol, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 17, 2025
Its a great hotel in a great location
Carlos
Carlos, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 30, 2025
Great staff and location
Fernando
Fernando, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 8, 2025
The Hotel was unique, the decor was awesome and the room we stayed in had a jacuzzi which was amazing to relax whole we stayed in. The location was great as well, it was right in the heart of it all.
Andrea
Andrea, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 16, 2025
Good clean stylish location would recommend
AMANDA
AMANDA, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2025
The theme was pretty awesome, staff was friendly and helpful. I would definitely stay here again.
Ricardo
Ricardo, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 21, 2025
Cool little spot if you ever need to stay a night in Tj. Room was tidy, the hotel itself had a cool aesthetic. Would stay again .
Yonatan
Yonatan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 10, 2025
We had a great stay, very clean very safe very quiet and a great location