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Hotel Plans

Room only (European plan): Includes room and taxes only.

All inclusive (AI): Food and Beverage, includes all meals, snacks, beverages, domestic or brand alcoholic beverages.
Activities: Includes daytime entertainment program for adults.
General: Includes all taxes and gratuities.
(services varies depending on hotel policies)

Modified American Plan (M.A.P.): includes room and taxes, plus breakfast and lunch or dinner, no drinks included.
(services varies depending on hotel policies)

Hotel Ratings
As of 1994 Mexico's bureau of tourism no longer rates the hotels. Hotel management rates its own properties. The rating information giving on this site is provided as a guide and may not reflect the actual hotel facilities and/or services.
  • Typically smaller hotels managed by the proprietor, practical accommodation with a limited range of facilities and services, and usually has a more personal atmosphere.
  • It's usually located near affordable attractions, major intersections and convenient to public transportation. Furnishings and facilities are clean but basic.
  • Most will not have a restaurant on site.
  • 75% of bedrooms will have en-suite or private bathroom.
  • Usually denotes independent and name brand hotel chains with a reputation for offering consistent quality amenities.
  • Good overnight accommodation with more comfortable bedrooms, better equipped - all with en-suite or private bathroom; however, room service and bellhop service is usually not provided.
  • Typically these hotels offer more spacious accommodations that include well appointed rooms and decorated lobbies.
  • A more formal style of service with a receptionist on duty, bellhop service is usually not available, room service availability may vary.
  • Possibly larger establishments, but all offering significantly greater quality and range of facilities and services, and usually more spacious public areas and bedrooms.
  • Valet parking, fitness centers and pools are often provided.
  • Mostly large, formal hotels with reception areas, front desk service and bellhop service.
  • Accommodation offering superior comfort and quality; all bedrooms with en-suite bath, fitted overhead shower and WC.
  • The hotel will have spacious and very well appointed public areas and will put a strong emphasis on food and drink.
  • Restaurant dining is usually available and may include more than one choice. Some properties will offer continental breakfast and or happy hour delicacies. Room service of all meals usually available.
  • Valet parking and or garage service is also usually available. Concierge services, fitness centers and one or more pools are often provided.
  • A spacious, luxurious establishment offering high international quality of accommodation, facilities, services and cuisine: two to three restaurants are usually available.
  • The properties offer a high degree of personal service. Although most five star hotels are large properties, sometimes the small independent (non-chain) property offers an elegant intimacy that can not be achieved in the larger setting.
  • The rooms complete with stylish furnishing and quality linens. The amenities often include: VCR's, CD stereos, garden tubs or Jacuzzis, in-room video library, heated pools and more.
  • In room service is usually available 24 hours a day. Fitness Centers and valet and/or garage parking are typically available. A concierge is also available to assist guests.
  • A hotel that fits the highest international standards for the industry, with an air of luxury, exceptional comfort and a sophisticated ambience. As well as up to three restaurants all with exquisite menus. Room service is available 24 hours a day. Fitness Centers and valet and/or garage parking are typically available.
  • The hotel usually features a commercial area and additional quality facilities such as beauty parlors, Spa, golf, and private marina among others.
  • A concierge and valet is available to assist guests.

Transportation

Hotels do not provide ground transportation (unless specified), please visit our airport transfers page.


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