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Hotel Baja

2.5 star property
Property in Puerto Peñasco with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool

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Reception
Bar (on property)
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, free cabanas
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Hotel Baja offers a tropical atmosphere where guests unwind by the outdoor pool in complimentary cabanas or enjoy refreshments at the swim-up bar. Previous visitors consistently praise the attentive staff who enhance the overall experience.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 29 - Sep 30
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Tomorrow

Sep 30 - Oct 1
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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Junior Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Microwave
Minibar
Satellite channels
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite | Living room | TV

Suite

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Microwave
Minibar
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Cerro la Ballena, a neighborhood in Puerto Peñasco, Hotel Baja is near the airport and near a boardwalk/promenade. Old Port and La Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Islands and Protected Areas of the Gulf of California and El Pinacate and Gran Desierto de Altar Biosphere Reserve.
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Matamoros y Campeche s/n, Puerto Peñasco, SON, 83550

What's nearby

  • Mirador Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • El Malecón - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Plaza del Malecón - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Old Port - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Bonita Beach - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Mannys Beach Club - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Grapes & Barley - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kaffee Haus - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Al Capones - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Los Martinez Cantina - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Hotel Baja

Property located in Cerro la Ballena
You can look forward to a swim-up bar, a poolside bar, and a bar at Hotel Baja. The on-site restaurant, The Baja Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this property include:
  • An outdoor pool along with free cabanas and a swim-up bar
  • Free self parking and extended parking
  • Smoke-free premises, a 24-hour front desk, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 68 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with separate tubs/showers and soap
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar

Restaurants on site

  • The Baja Restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Free pool cabanas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during the summer:
  • Dining venue(s)

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Baja Hotel
Baja Puerto Penasco
Hotel Baja
Hotel Baja Puerto Penasco
Hotel Baja Hotel
Hotel Baja Puerto Peñasco
Hotel Baja Hotel Puerto Peñasco

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Baja have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Hotel Baja pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel Baja?

Self parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Baja?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Hotel Baja?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hotel Baja located?

Located in Cerro la Ballena, this property is within 2 mi (3 km) of Mirador Beach, Plaza del Malecón, and Old Port. Fisherman's Monument and El Malecón are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Hotel Baja Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 174 out of 737 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 178 out of 737 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 163 out of 737 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 109 out of 737 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 113 out of 737 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was the perfect stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paulyna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Muy amable el personal
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

PATRICK

Liked: Staff & service
close to beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Liked: Amenities
I loved the front desk staff, my husband’s truck broke down and the guy at the front desk went above and beyond to help us, I forgot to ask his name but he worked the morning shift on 06/21/25 The lady who checked us in was very friendly too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was close to everything. Staff was helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Es medio austera, pero tiene aire acondicionado y calefacción
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location great price!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

steven

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was not terrible, Just some dumping from construction. We overall liked Hotel Baja and the staff was great and very responsive. The room was a little small, but it was clean and a great location. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Wendy

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Poor Internet ,,, Dirty ,,,, Bad Customer Service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alvaro

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

Excellent

Room was very spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Terje

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Look at other options..

The rooms are very worn out and terrible to be honest. There are many options in Penasco id suggest you avoid Baja Hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Serena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel close to the beach you can walk you can walk to Manny’s also down the street. There’s Lolitas where it’s a breakfast buffet love this hotel will recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

ARMANDO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El Lugar esta muy bien.pero no ay tiendas sercas ni tampoco restaurants la alberca muy Bien y El servicio muy bueno.yo Al hotel le doy un 100
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karla E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is near main Beach
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Juventino

Demasiado ruidoso
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Rocio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
le hace falta mantenimiento al hotel , pero si lo vez es precio calidad porque es economico
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place if you don't mind cheap and not so fancy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

yesenia

Very clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We have stayed at this hotel for the pass 5 years. We go down to rocky point for the motorcycle rally and it a no frills hotel but it has okay beds and a shower. You’re not in your room but to sleep and shower and this fits the bill. Also there’s an American legion there.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Jose

Liked: Staff & service
Great staff but needs a lil More cleaning doors bathroom ceiling and newer beds and pillows
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Yu

Average, no clear sign it is confusing ti find the hotel especially night time, you know it is around and close but don't know what to look for
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Dennis McClinton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was pretty much what you would.expect for the price. Good for a quick trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed at this hotel many time over the last 20 years. Always clean, beds are not very comfortable but manageable for a 2 night stay. Staff is always very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ronda

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Checked out after 1 night
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

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