The highlight of this budget motel-style property is its central location in downtown Ensenada that's close to shops, dining options, and First Street. The hotel is due for a refresh and spaces are dated, but all of its 52 guest rooms have balconies, flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, and free Wi-Fi. Guests should note that some of the rooms have been more recently refurbished and are fresher, while others remain dated. Other perks include an outdoor pool, hot tub, and a sundeck. The property offers a handful of thoughtful freebies like free breakfast at the neighboring restaurant, coffee and tea in the lobby, and welcome drinks. Travelers might want to compare rates with San Nicolas Hotel and Casino, which has a bigger and more attractive pool as well as a casino -- though it's also a bit dated.
The highlight of this budget motel-style property is its central location in downtown Ensenada that's close to shops, dining options, and First Street. The hotel is due for a refresh and spaces are dated, but all of its 52 guest rooms have balconies, flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, and free Wi-Fi. Guests should note that some of the rooms have been more recently refurbished and are fresher, while others remain dated. Other perks include an outdoor pool, hot tub, and a sundeck. The property offers a handful of thoughtful freebies like free breakfast at the neighboring restaurant, coffee and tea in the lobby, and welcome drinks. Travelers might want to compare rates with San Nicolas Hotel and Casino, which has a bigger and more attractive pool as well as a casino -- though it's also a bit dated.
The Emperador is a stylish, mid-range boutique hotel in a great location on Los Muertos Beach, right on the cusp of the charming cobblestone streets of the Romantic Zone. It has a beachfront locale with ocean views and is a short walk from several restaurants, sidewalk cafes, and shops. While the suites are spacious and include a kitchenette, the Standard Rooms are tiny and the bathrooms are all rather dated and uninspiring. There’s no pool and few amenities, but the restaurant and bar downstairs (separately owned) leads right out onto the sand.
The Emperador is a stylish, mid-range boutique hotel in a great location on Los Muertos Beach, right on the cusp of the charming cobblestone streets of the Romantic Zone. It has a beachfront locale with ocean views and is a short walk from several restaurants, sidewalk cafes, and shops. While the suites are spacious and include a kitchenette, the Standard Rooms are tiny and the bathrooms are all rather dated and uninspiring. There’s no pool and few amenities, but the restaurant and bar downstairs (separately owned) leads right out onto the sand.
The Tropicana is a large, traditional Mexican-styled beachfront hotel at the edge of the Romantic Zone in downtown Puerto Vallarta. It enjoys an excellent beachfront location and many of the 203 rooms feature a balcony with great ocean views, though the rooms themselves are bland and somewhat dated. Updates to the rooms are also not uniform, and many still sport dingy tile or old tube TVs. Still, this family-friendly property offers two pools, a bar, and restaurant, amounting to a rather typical, low-key mid-range property that’s popular with Mexican families and tourists alike. A smaller, more intimate option could be the Hotel Posada de Roger.
The Tropicana is a large, traditional Mexican-styled beachfront hotel at the edge of the Romantic Zone in downtown Puerto Vallarta. It enjoys an excellent beachfront location and many of the 203 rooms feature a balcony with great ocean views, though the rooms themselves are bland and somewhat dated. Updates to the rooms are also not uniform, and many still sport dingy tile or old tube TVs. Still, this family-friendly property offers two pools, a bar, and restaurant, amounting to a rather typical, low-key mid-range property that’s popular with Mexican families and tourists alike. A smaller, more intimate option could be the Hotel Posada de Roger.
Reasonable rates at this relaxed three-pearl property buy beautiful ocean views, a convenient walkable location to Lobster Village, and several excellent leisure amenities. However, the 185 rooms can be a downside, as most have dated furniture that shows considerable wear and tear, and only some have coffeemakers, air-conditioning, and mini-fridges. More appealing common areas include indoor and outdoor pools with hot tubs, an airy Mexican restaurant (breakfast comes with fees), and a man-made sand area with lounge chairs instead of direct beach access. A large playground, scuba tours on offer, and free parking are pluses. For updated rooms and direct beach access, travelers may prefer the Rosarito Inn.
Reasonable rates at this relaxed three-pearl property buy beautiful ocean views, a convenient walkable location to Lobster Village, and several excellent leisure amenities. However, the 185 rooms can be a downside, as most have dated furniture that shows considerable wear and tear, and only some have coffeemakers, air-conditioning, and mini-fridges. More appealing common areas include indoor and outdoor pools with hot tubs, an airy Mexican restaurant (breakfast comes with fees), and a man-made sand area with lounge chairs instead of direct beach access. A large playground, scuba tours on offer, and free parking are pluses. For updated rooms and direct beach access, travelers may prefer the Rosarito Inn.
Rosarito Beach Hotel is a three-pearl beachfront hotel in Rosarito. There are lovely outdoor pools, hot tubs, spa, and a gym to keep guests entertained when not on the beach. The Mexican restaurant, Azteca, offers a traditional breakfast and there's karaoke in the Rosa and Rita Bar. Wi-Fi is free, but pretty spotty throughout. The 500 rooms vary -- some have dated styles and others are more modern, but all feature flat-screen TVs and balconies, while Suites add air-conditioning and kitchenettes. Most hotels in Rosarito offer the same experience: slightly dated rooms with inconsistent Wi-Fi on or near the beach. However, this historical hotel has hosted the likes of Marilyn Monroe. If you’re willing to spend a bit extra, try Las Olas Resort & Spa which has a more upscale vibe and all units come with kitchenettes.
Rosarito Beach Hotel is a three-pearl beachfront hotel in Rosarito. There are lovely outdoor pools, hot tubs, spa, and a gym to keep guests entertained when not on the beach. The Mexican restaurant, Azteca, offers a traditional breakfast and there's karaoke in the Rosa and Rita Bar. Wi-Fi is free, but pretty spotty throughout. The 500 rooms vary -- some have dated styles and others are more modern, but all feature flat-screen TVs and balconies, while Suites add air-conditioning and kitchenettes. Most hotels in Rosarito offer the same experience: slightly dated rooms with inconsistent Wi-Fi on or near the beach. However, this historical hotel has hosted the likes of Marilyn Monroe. If you’re willing to spend a bit extra, try Las Olas Resort & Spa which has a more upscale vibe and all units come with kitchenettes.
Hotel Corona Plaza Rosarito is a one-and-a-half-pearl property located within a two-minute walk of the beach with its fair share of flaws. The 187 dated rooms and suites have flat-screen TVs, but lack air-conditioning and other features. There have also been complaints of maintenance issues plus visible wear and grime in the rooms. Features include an outdoor pool and hot tub, a restaurant, bar, free hot breakfast, and free Wi-Fi in the lobby. You can't beat the rates for this location and this is a pick only for those who plan on spending most of the day at the beach. Travelers with a little more money to spare and some travel flexibility might consider heading down the coast to Ensenada, where the Americas Best Value Inn has more cheerful rooms.
Hotel Corona Plaza Rosarito is a one-and-a-half-pearl property located within a two-minute walk of the beach with its fair share of flaws. The 187 dated rooms and suites have flat-screen TVs, but lack air-conditioning and other features. There have also been complaints of maintenance issues plus visible wear and grime in the rooms. Features include an outdoor pool and hot tub, a restaurant, bar, free hot breakfast, and free Wi-Fi in the lobby. You can't beat the rates for this location and this is a pick only for those who plan on spending most of the day at the beach. Travelers with a little more money to spare and some travel flexibility might consider heading down the coast to Ensenada, where the Americas Best Value Inn has more cheerful rooms.
Rosarito Inn is a three-pearl hotel located on a stretch of beach in Rosarito. With the sand outside and plenty of bars and restaurants on surrounding streets, guests can remain entertained and well-fed, often into the early morning hours. The 100 units are condo-style with kitchens, washers and dryers, and free Wi-Fi. However, some are more dated than others, with aspects like tube-style TVs or visible wear and tear. An outdoor pool, Mexican restaurant, gym, library, and free parking are pretty decent perks -- though breakfast isn't served. For something with a bit more class and style, check the prices at Las Olas Resort & Spa which has upscale condos, a spa, and great ocean views from their pool.
Rosarito Inn is a three-pearl hotel located on a stretch of beach in Rosarito. With the sand outside and plenty of bars and restaurants on surrounding streets, guests can remain entertained and well-fed, often into the early morning hours. The 100 units are condo-style with kitchens, washers and dryers, and free Wi-Fi. However, some are more dated than others, with aspects like tube-style TVs or visible wear and tear. An outdoor pool, Mexican restaurant, gym, library, and free parking are pretty decent perks -- though breakfast isn't served. For something with a bit more class and style, check the prices at Las Olas Resort & Spa which has upscale condos, a spa, and great ocean views from their pool.
This upscale oceanfront resort offers spacious multi-bedroom condo units in a beachfront location with stunning ocean views -- but a car is advised to get around, as there's not much in the area and Rosarito's city center is about a 20-minute drive. The attractive grounds offer several sandy terraces, outdoor pools, and hot tubs. Wellness facilities include a spa, several sports courts, and a fitness center offering panoramic ocean views -- plus there's a restaurant for those who don't want to venture into town. The 180 condo units feature tasteful decor and are equipped with full kitchens, living rooms, dining areas, large balconies with gorgeous views over the water, and marble bathrooms with soaking tubs. For something more centrally located, the mid-range Rosarito Inn also offers condo-style units -- though it's a bit dated.
This upscale oceanfront resort offers spacious multi-bedroom condo units in a beachfront location with stunning ocean views -- but a car is advised to get around, as there's not much in the area and Rosarito's city center is about a 20-minute drive. The attractive grounds offer several sandy terraces, outdoor pools, and hot tubs. Wellness facilities include a spa, several sports courts, and a fitness center offering panoramic ocean views -- plus there's a restaurant for those who don't want to venture into town. The 180 condo units feature tasteful decor and are equipped with full kitchens, living rooms, dining areas, large balconies with gorgeous views over the water, and marble bathrooms with soaking tubs. For something more centrally located, the mid-range Rosarito Inn also offers condo-style units -- though it's a bit dated.
Las Rocas Resort & Spa is a relaxing mid-range property located on a cliff overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Rosarito. The 74 rooms and suites all have balconies and ocean views. Some rooms are older and need updates, while others were renovated in 2016. Guests have complained of minor maintenance issues such as broken lights and a lack of hot water. There are two bars, one with karaoke, as well as a restaurant and a cafe serving free American-style breakfast. Features include two outdoor pools and three hot tubs with ocean views, as well as a small private beach. A spa and small gym are also available. Travelers looking for more of a party atmosphere should consider the Rosarito Inn.
Las Rocas Resort & Spa is a relaxing mid-range property located on a cliff overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Rosarito. The 74 rooms and suites all have balconies and ocean views. Some rooms are older and need updates, while others were renovated in 2016. Guests have complained of minor maintenance issues such as broken lights and a lack of hot water. There are two bars, one with karaoke, as well as a restaurant and a cafe serving free American-style breakfast. Features include two outdoor pools and three hot tubs with ocean views, as well as a small private beach. A spa and small gym are also available. Travelers looking for more of a party atmosphere should consider the Rosarito Inn.