Experience the vibrant energy of Zona Rio at City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río. Start your day with continental breakfast, stay connected with in-room WiFi, and unwind after a workout at the gym. Helpful staff and a well-maintained property have left guests feeling satisfied.
San Diego, CA (MYF-Montgomery Field) - 36 min drive
San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field) - 44 min drive
San Diego Santa Fe Depot - 20 min drive
Free area shuttle
Restaurants
Sabor a Mí
Starbucks - 4 min walk
Tacos Los Poblanos - 5 min walk
Marenca - 3 min walk
Cortadito - 3 min walk
About this property
City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río
City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río puts you just a 5-minute drive from San Ysidro Border Crossing and CAS Visa USA. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast daily between 6:00 AM and 10:30 AM. Also, Las Americas Premium Outlets and Estadio Caliente are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and overall property condition.
At a glance
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Hotel size
131 rooms
Arranged over 7 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 1 PM
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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
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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 check-in age is 18
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Children
Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Offsite
Free area shuttle within 10 kilometers
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast 6:00 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
Coffee/tea in a common area
Water dispenser
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Free local shuttle
Working away
Business center
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2009
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Television in common areas
Fitness center
Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Free crib/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet
Food and drink
Free bottled water
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Recycling
Water-efficient showers only
Water-efficient toilets only
Fees & policies
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility without adult supervision
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).
Also known as
City Express Tijuana Río
City Express Tijuana Rio Hotel Tijuana
City Río Hotel
City Río Hotel Tijuana Express
City Express Tijuana Río Hotel
City Express Río Hotel
City Express Río
City Express Tijuana Río
City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río Hotel
City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río Tijuana
City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río Hotel Tijuana
Frequently asked questions
Does City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río 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 City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 1 PM.
Is there an onsite casino at City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Caliente Racetrack Casino (3-min drive) and Caliente Casino (8-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río and nearby?
Maintain your daily exercise routine at the gym.
What's the area around City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río like?
City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río is a short 14-minute walk from CAS Visa USA and 9 minutes' walk from Plaza Rio Commercial Center.
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Reviews
City Express by Marriott Tijuana Río Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.8
Cleanliness
8.6
Amenities
8.8
Staff & service
8.8
Eco-friendliness
8.6
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently great, with many options and a positive experience for guests. (19 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2025
Good place to stay.
Juan
Juan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 2, 2025
Great location
Donna
Donna, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 14, 2025
Convenient to walk to most of the places I had to visit during my stay. The staff very friendly and helpful.
Veronica
Veronica, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2025
Love the central location but was sad that they ran out of items from the breakfast
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2025
Excelente
Marcelo
Marcelo, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 19, 2025
Staff is always ready to help
Jose
Jose, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 19, 2025
Staff, amenities and service was A class!
Frank
Frank, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 13, 2025
Nice and easy place
EBER
EBER, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 23, 2025
The hotel is fine i stay 3 night 4 days they clean my beds 1 time
Jose
Jose, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 5, 2025
Clean, friendly staff, walkable, recommend it.
Alam Eldeen
Alam Eldeen, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 6, 2025
Good relation price quality
David De
David De, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 18, 2025
Short stay but good enough! All good.
Luis
Luis, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 1, 2025
good quality for good price
Gonzalo Adnier
Gonzalo Adnier, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 14, 2025
Clean and well organize
José Cruz
José Cruz, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 18, 2024
I would definitely recommend, very clean and neat.
The Staff is very friendly and helpful
Rooms are clean and neat
Juan
Juan, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 24, 2025
Clean & quiet
Chie
Chie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 28, 2025
Nice and clean
Eduardo
Eduardo, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 11, 2025
The bathroom doesn’t have a fan so every time you shower the room gets humid.
Hector
Hector, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 28, 2025
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María Soledad Ruiz
María Soledad Ruiz, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 7, 2025
Everything went well
Erica
Erica, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 11, 2025
Friendly
Miguel
Miguel, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Feb 16, 2025
Bed too small, but other than that, stay was OK. The queen bed is actually a full bed.
Jeffrey
Jeffrey, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Mar 27, 2025
The only one thing was the bed really hard for us
Andres
Andres, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 7, 2024
Excellent
Yakub
Yakub, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 23, 2025
The property is located in an area out of the busier parts of TJ. Parking does fill up quick and there are a very limited amount of parking spaces underground in the building next door. If you don’t get one of those, you’re stuck out on the street. The rooms are VERY basic but are extremely clean. The staff I encountered at check in were very professional and helpful.