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El Refugio

3.5 star property
Apartment with free parking, a quick walk to First Street

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City Apartment, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Refugio 4) | View from room
City Apartment, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Refugio 2) | Private kitchenette | Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
City Apartment, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking (Refugio 4) | Living area | Smart TV, Netflix
City view
Interior detail

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

El Refugio

Apartment with free parking, a quick walk to First Street
This smoke-free apartment building features coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a garden. Each apartment provides a kitchen with a refrigerator, an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. Guests will appreciate conveniences like a washer/dryer and a sitting area, while a Smart TV with cable channels and Netflix provide a bit of entertainment. Housekeeping is available on request.
El Refugio offers 3 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and safes. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include dining tables. Accommodations at this 3.5-star apartment have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, slippers, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions come with cable channels and Netflix. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided on request.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets or service animals

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 steps to reach entrance
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Security system
  • Window guards
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 3 units
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Soundproofing

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 8 percent for credit card payments
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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight 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
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 8 percent

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
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, debit cards, and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

El Refugio Apartment Ensenada
El Refugio Ensenada
El Refugio Ensenada
El Refugio Apartment
El Refugio Apartment Ensenada

About the neighborhood

Map
Calle 3ra 114, Ensenada, BC, 22800

What's nearby

  • First Street - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Avenida Ruiz - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Avenida Adolfo Lopez Mateos - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • El Mirador - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Riviera Cultural Center - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Tijuana Intl. Airport (TIJ) - 105 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hussong's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Las Kawas - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Boules - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ryerson 51 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪La Casa Antigua Café - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is El Refugio pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at El Refugio?

As of May 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Refugio on May 14, 2025 start from $163.02, excluding 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 El Refugio?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at El Refugio?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at El Refugio?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is El Refugio located?

Located in Zona Centro, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of First Street and Avenida Ruiz. Antigua Aduana Maritima Museum and Ensenada Regional History Museum are also within 10 minutes.

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El Refugio Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The desciption said 3 bathrooms. It actually was 1.5 bath; it only has one shower. However, the shower was large and great water pressure.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lorenzo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to spend some time with family. Apartment was clean upon arrival and staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay came from California
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Antonia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I love it very safe and secluded area very Clean i Really recommend this place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely suite. Nice people. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen Marie

Liked: Room comfort, communication

Overall good experience

We enjoyed the deck at El Refugio. The beds were also comfortable. Nice location and view of Ensenada. 4 stars on cleanliness because there were a few really dirty spots (top of glass over stove and top of fridge) where a simple damp sponge would have done wonders. Hot water appliance also failed and was tricky to get hot water. But we were able to contact on-site person and owner and everything resolved to our satisfaction (I was able to take a hot shower). Overall good experience. Owner said he was going to replace hot water appliances.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xochitl

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Zhiyuan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hector

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nadia Michelle Angulo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excelente servicio!!! Muy recomendable
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Ensenada Refuge

Very nice apartment within walking distance to the central tourist zone of Enseneda where all the main clubs and bars are at. The apartment is also a 25 minute drive to wine country (Valle de Guadalupe). The area is also safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great Stay in Ensenada

El Refugio made our trip to Ensenada. Upon arrival we were met by Rigo who promptly provided keys and showed us around the unit. The location was great and walking distance to all that downtown has to offer (1st street, fish market, restaurants, marina). Also a short 40min drive to Valle de Guadalupe/wine country. Price was definitely high compared to other options, but you’re also not getting a 2 bedroom apartment, gated/private parking, and full kitchen with those. Great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Isaias

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Me gusto

Muy limpio, amplio, una gran vista a la ciudad y los encargados muy amables y atentos
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Swen

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, communication

Great view

Easy to get to. Access kind of tricky. Property really nice with a nice view. There is no front desk or office so paying at the property took forever since the terminal wasn’t working. Had to go to the bank to pay in cash with the risk of having the card blocked because of so many attempts to pay. Advertised with washer and drier but no laundry detergent. Overall it was a nice stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Genesis

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Very pretty property... and very comfortable, great view
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ronal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great property with a modern decor

Had a great time at El Refugio, definitely planning on booking there again. Total privacy and the decor was superb.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette, California

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We loved the area of the property very close to the strip restaurants and the wine route the property was beautiful, had all amenities and was a gated complex.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Blanca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Muy recomendable

Departamento muy agradable, bien distribuido y limpio. Muy bien ubicado y con estacionamiento propio Cocina bien equipada y todo funcionando
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lots of room, nice view & great location. The property manger was in communication too.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

moises

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Baja friendly and spacious

We arrived for the Baja 400 and loved it. There was 2 private parking spaces with a gated entrance. So everything was safe. My only concern was that since my wife was in a cast it was a bit troublesome to get up the stairs but we managed. We will be staying here for additional Baja Races. Worth every penny
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You could get way better deals going directly to any other place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a beautiful apartment. Four of us stayed and it was very spacious. It had everything we needed and the location was great. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Israel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente lugar muy limpio amplio, con los servicios básicos para pasar unos días y conocer los alrededores, muy céntrico, lo recomiendo para llegar. Muy buena atención por el ingeniero Luis que siempre estuvo al tanto de todo durante nuestra estancia.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

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