Is parking available at the property?

Free self parking is available on-site.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and check-out is at 12:00 PM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property offers step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Specific details about room accessibility are not provided.

How is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

The hotel is located in the heart of Tijuana, just steps from Av Revolución and a 3-minute drive from Plaza Rio Commercial Center. It is 2.5 miles from San Ysidro Border Crossing and 4.2 miles from Las Americas Premium Outlets.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed to stay at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.

Hotel Aqua Rio in Tijuana, Mexico

Average nightly price at Hotel Aqua Rio by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$62
February	$59
March	$57
April	$57
May	$58
June	$56
July	$58
August	$59
September	$57
October	$55
November	$56
December	$55

What guests think

Based on recent reviews, Hotel Aqua Rio is a budget-friendly, centrally located option with generally clean rooms, though experiences vary, with small basic rooms, limited parking, noise at night, and occasional maintenance or cleanliness issues.

Many guests like the walkable location near Avenida Revolución, bars, and restaurants, and some mention feeling safe. Service is often described as helpful and welcoming, though a minority reported poor problem resolution, language barriers, refund issues, or difficulty with late arrivals. The free continental breakfast is appreciated but simple, and an 8 a.m. start can be inconvenient for early plans. Expect a simple, convenient stay with trade-offs.

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Facilities

On-site parking is available and feels secure to some, but spaces are limited or tight and access can be awkward; a few guests were asked to move cars. There is no elevator.

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Eileen

Feb 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everything great; Clean room, Comfortable bed, Continental Breakfast, convenient parking, very accommodating and friendly staff. Only drawback was only 1 hand towel and no wash cloths, and… no elevator. Must speak some Spanish!

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clarence

Nov 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very noisy No elevator for handicapped. People had to climb to the 2nd floor. Not for handicapped.People are people trying to get rest

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Jorge

May 25, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

To much noise in the area and from the guests, cannot sleep well, parking just for 6/8 cars. Woke me up to move my car at 8;00 am.

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Luis Enrique

Dec 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Habitación muy limpia, personal muy amable, estacionamiento seguro.

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David

Nov 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good place for the price and they have parking

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Maria

Oct 19, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Parking felt secured. Clean room

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Jaime

Jun 30, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I got a room with window facing hallway. Parking is limited to 8 spots. No elevators. Room was small but clean. It think you can find better for that price.

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Ricardo

Sep 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Is small and cain a ald property parking area is open no one is watching a nicars oark behind you and is a problem to exit in the morning Tne Bedding is so out of shape very old.needs to be upgraded other then that staffs is very friendly and nice

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Omar

Sep 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Solo me gustaría que arreglaran la ramo de acceso los carros topan al entrar y se dañan. Pero todo está muy bien!!

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Amy

Dec 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The water that can out of the sink & toilet was brown and shower only stayed warm for 5 mins then got cold. Breakfast could have a bit more variety. Parking was really tight. It was ok for the price.

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Cleanliness

Many guests found rooms very clean, but multiple reviews cite stained or worn linens, bad odors, and pests (roaches or ticks), showing inconsistency. Housekeeping quality appears uneven across stays.

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NOEMI

Jan 17, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I was going to sleep when I see a tick on my pillow I get up and move the blankets and found about 10 ticks. I left the hotel and when I went to another I took off my clothes to shower and I had 3 on my clothes and I had to throw away my clothes and jacket because I was afraid they would multiply and I would take them home.

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Patricia

Feb 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The unit was infested with roaches. The room smell was unbearable - smelled like Raid or whatever they’d been spraying for bugs. The smell stayed penetrated in our clothes and belongings. The mattresses and sheets were disgusting (found a dead roach on one of the beds between the sheets). I asked for a refund and was denied because I had already been in the unit for about 4 hours - didn’t know there were roaches until then; saw them scatter when we turned the like on to go to the bathroom. Was told they couldn’t do anything about it (as the receptionist tried to spray the room with more bug spray) as they were out of rooms. First and last time staying here. Saw they had good reviews before reserving - not sure how honestly.

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Claudia

Oct 7, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean rooms and excellent staff

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francisco

Nov 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Always clean

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David

Apr 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Really good price and the property is really clean

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miguey

Oct 2, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Es penoso para un buen hotel y más si vas en familia , rente habitación 2 y en mi cama se veia sucia de hecho encontramos varios csvrllos de mujer negros y largo y no fue uno fueron varios y lo fue un día fueron 2 las sábanas desgastadas buenas ya con mucho uso y luego la cama como sucia con ligera tierrita sucia mi cama la verdad no lo recomiendo no lo repetirrid

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Sarwar

Oct 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was very dirty and had very bad smell.

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PEDRO

Mar 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Cleanest

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Guadalupe

Feb 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Sheets were stained, water pressure was low and it took a while to load up jacuzzi . The mattress did not have a cover

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Maria

Dec 3, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean room good staff

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Rooms

Rooms are simple and often small, with mixed bed comfort and several reports of nighttime noise. Some mentioned unreliable Wi‑Fi and maintenance quirks like inconsistent hot water, AC issues, hallway-facing windows, or missing closets in cheaper categories.

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Taimur

Nov 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Not comfortable bed

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Alberto

Nov 4, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

OK place.. clean, cheap. OK location. Outside looks great, Inside, clean, but mattress was old, same with sheets.

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Kimya

Sep 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I found this property very clean for the price, however here are a few comments & suggestions. The pillows were too large & uncomfortable after a while. They hurt my neck & kept me awake most of the night. The sink counter is too high & you have to be almost 6 ft to comfortably use the sink. This is because Mexico doesn't follow the same US ADA codes. Also the AC wast rattling too high at the highest setting of the fan. The TV channel changing was also too slow. Overall can't complain much for the price.

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Aaron

Feb 19, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The WiFi is absolutely terrible. It constantly fails.

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Eva

Feb 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Bad experience with next door neighbors. Loud noises at all times, loud tv non stopping and smoking inside of rooms next to ours. A total nightmare

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Esteban

Jul 23, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The location was ok. There are some hidden rules that the hotel only tells you after you checkin, about having guests etc. The hallways have a big echo effect. People regularly talk loud and play music in the hallways and it echoes, so not the quietest place. The contental breakfast was good.

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Jaime

Jun 30, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I got a room with window facing hallway. Parking is limited to 8 spots. No elevators. Room was small but clean. It think you can find better for that price.

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Edward

Mar 1, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Staff were very courteous and helpful. Hotel was clean, bed comfortable. It was a little noisy from outside street traffic. Room was very small. I would stay there again, but if you are looking for a resort, or are used to being pampered, you will have to go to a more expensive hotel.

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Amy

Dec 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The water that can out of the sink & toilet was brown and shower only stayed warm for 5 mins then got cold. Breakfast could have a bit more variety. Parking was really tight. It was ok for the price.

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Martin

Oct 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

To noise all night

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly, helpful, and accommodating. However, a minority reported poor issue handling, language barriers, limited after-hours reception, or difficulties with refunds or room changes.

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Joseph G

Aug 31, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Excellent service. Great place.

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Ruben

Dec 4, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very quiet and comfortable the ladies in the front desk are very nice

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Nicholas

Oct 11, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Stay was great, excellent service & centralized to most activities

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Dr

Jun 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel staff is not leanent at all. When my flight was canceled and I could not get to town the day of my hotel arrangement, rather than ensuring that they had a customer for the next night and booking me for the next day, they took my money and told me I had to pay in full to rebook again.

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Mohammad

Sep 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very bad customer service , the AC of the room was leaking and water was on the floor and un safe , the window of the room was open permanently due to a broken handle , the lighting was defaulted to a super bright mode ..we addressed all issues to the manager on duty and requested another room but they denied that , we couldn't sleep all night , next morning we asked for refund or credit but they denied that too ... Overl all the worst hotel in Tijuana , no one speaks English here that's why they are taking advantage of customers... This hotel should be closed due to its unlowful violation... DON'T STAY HERE PLEASE!!!

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Fernando

Sep 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Had a wonderful stay at Hotel Aqua rio . Rooms are very comfortable and clean . Staff were very friendly and helpful. Will definitely come back soon .

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Steven

Dec 16, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great service!

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Scott

Nov 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

perfect service. woke up late for checkout no problem. thank you!

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Christopher

May 28, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The Staff, both front desk and cleaning were all wondefully helpful and friendly

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Deo

Sep 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Good customer service

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Location

Central, walkable location near Avenida Revolución, nightlife, shops, and restaurants; convenient for border visits. Some note the surrounding streets feel rough or dirty, and a few found it farther from their preferred area.

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Nicholas

Oct 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Centralized location & feels safe & secure

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Amilcar

Apr 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Muy cerca de la Avenida La Revolucion y cerca de Las Pulgas (lugar para bailar hasta que el cuwrpo se canse con varios salones de diferente musica)

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Alvaro

Mar 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

All in general is very nice. Location and convenience for shopping or just to go walk around.

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Eva

Sep 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The location is walkable to other facilities and shop as well as it clean. The staff are nice and easy to communicate with.

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Alejandro

Jul 8, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Far from the CENTER of the action

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Mindemoya

Oct 28, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The staff was really kind and accommodating though it's important to have google translate if you don't speak Spanish as many of the staff doesn't speak English. The rooms, though a bit worn, are comfortable and clean. The location is very conveniently located near loads of shopping and dining options. The neighborhood may look a bit rough around the edges, but it's filled with kind people, great food, and decent shopping.

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MANUEL

Jul 25, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Close to border, shopping and restaurants. Not too loud at night

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Mindemoya

Oct 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room I received vs what was advertised wasn't quite accurate, but I was only there one night so I wasn't upset in the slightest. It was a clean and comfortable room, the staff was very friendly, and it's super conveniently located. There's dozens of restaurants within a few blocks, a number of banking options, a supermarket just down the road, and a small city park on the same block. I'm staying there again tomorrow and I have no regrets

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Cristhian

Nov 14, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Had a great stay at this place. Walking distance to clubs in tijuana.

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LETICIA ISABEL

Aug 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Esta en un lugar muy centrico cerca de muchos bares, lugares di fiesta y restaurantes de todo tipo

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Dining

Free continental breakfast is a plus but generally simple, with mixed quality feedback. A few guests found the 8 a.m. start time inconvenient.

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Max

Oct 30, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

It was a block away from the strip.affordable and very clean. Decent continental breakfast as well

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Wenceslao

Jul 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

El desayuno me pareció muy simple

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Jorge Luis

Jun 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Just a 3 star hotel that can be 2 1/2 location is not to bad. If you want to save for overnight stay and leave early that’s fine. Breakfast start at 8 am that is a little inconvenience I think, should be at 7. I end going having breakfast somewhere

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Ruth Itzchel

Dec 15, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Hotel sencillo pero bueno, habitación cómoda, no mucho ruido, habitación con escencial en la habitación, muy amables en guardar mi equipaje antes del check in, desayuno continental con fruta cereal, café/te, burritos de huevo y pan tostado con toppings, lo quitan 10 min antes de las 10am

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Ky

Aug 13, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Low rate that can rate as a motel ... too much echoing and room size is exaggerated. Noises from rooms on either size can be heard up until 1 am. Price is too high atb109 a night. Nvever come back.. breakfast is terrible.

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Amilcar

Oct 22, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Dan un desayuno incluido y muy saludable con frutas, cafe y pan tostado y ricos postres

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Rigoberto

Jul 27, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Service was great and they also serve breakfast for free .

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Abelardo

Sep 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I recently stayed here & I appreciated the cleanliness & the ac in the room. I also loved tge Friendly staff everyone was nice. The only thing I didnt like was parking it was too small & made us park in the back. Other than that it was affordable,& free breakfast !!!!

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Pablo

Feb 3, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

This was a very good price hotel with an excellent service, especially during breakfast. Room was very nice and staff was polite. Lots of options for bars and restaurants nearby and Avenida Revolucion is at walkable distance, that's the best! Thank you!

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Amy

Dec 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The water that can out of the sink & toilet was brown and shower only stayed warm for 5 mins then got cold. Breakfast could have a bit more variety. Parking was really tight. It was ok for the price.

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