Name: Hotel Estero Beach
Address: Playas del Estero, Estero Beach, Ensenada, Ensenada, Baja California, Mexico, Ensenada, Baja California, MX
Price range: $126–$198 per night
Rating: 8.3

What guests think

At Hotel Estero Beach, guests consistently praise the scenic waterfront setting, quiet family atmosphere, and friendly staff, while noting that rooms feel dated with maintenance issues, and that tap water in showers and sinks is often salty.

The pool and jacuzzis, including a swim-up bar, are a highlight, though reviews mention occasional closures or renovations, unheated water, and shortages of pool towels. The on-site restaurant earns strong marks for food and Sunday brunch, but prices can be high, choices limited, and service slow at times. Its secure, secluded waterfront setting favors travelers seeking a quiet escape over city convenience.

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Facilities

Guests highlight the large pool area, multiple jacuzzis, and a popular swim-up/pool bar, along with a secure gated property and easy parking. However, reviews also mention occasional pool or facility closures/renovations, unheated water, scarce pool towels, and some spa or pool-bar service hiccups.

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10

Jesus

Jul 12, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Very friendly staff, if you see any issues or inconveniences especially in the pool area, just report them to the office and they are quick to take care of it. There was one guest that kept bringing his friends or family from the outside to use the jacuzzis, other guest from the resort wanted to use the Jacuzzis but we’re not able to at certain times due to that.The issue was reported and it was taken care of promptly. Certain guest think that they can abuse their stay, but that’s not how it works there.

10

ron

Aug 26, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very nice property our room was located right on the pool. Large pool area with lots of shade and swim up bar

10

Laura

Mar 7, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Beautiful property, located away from touristy areas. Rooms (Maya) are nice. Showers could have been better (hot water, then all of a sudden cold). Pool was not heated, which was a negative. Staff were all cordial and accommodating. Good food served in the restaurant.

10

Rosa M

Jul 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The pool was a lot of fun I

10

Cecilia

Feb 16, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Property felt safe. Rooms met my needs. The pool is a under construction and renovation. I was not informed of this. The tennis courts were not opened due to a tournament. Again, no notification. Parking was sufficient. Security gates are a plus. The property itself was beautiful.

8

Michelle

Aug 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Pool bar! We loved it!

8

Lyndon

Dec 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great pool area. Beautiful views. Very quiet and secluded.

10

Denisse

Jul 21, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I had a nice peaceful fun time with my Mom this past weekend. It's fun during the day at the pool area but the only downfall is they run out of towels for the pool.

10

Milena

Oct 13, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Very friendly and helpful staff! Hot tub clean and pool beautiful. Hotel restaurant has excellent food.

10

Kenia

Feb 6, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This place is absolutely beautiful. Sad part of our trip the pools were out of order. Maybe because it’s not summer and it’s kind of cold. But the pool would of been a good amenity. Another thing not so happy about is we got the bottom from and we could hear every single step the person on the top took. The property feels really safe to be in the. To get in they take your car information and they give you a parking permit. Before you get to the area where the room are at you have to stop by two security guards. That’s comforting. The property is big and beautiful. Absolutely recommend. Family friendly.

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Cleanliness

Many guests describe rooms and common areas as very clean, with housekeeping keeping spaces tidy. Others report inconsistencies such as dusty rooms, mold in bathrooms, or pests, indicating variable standards.

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BEATRIZ ADRIANA ULLOA

Nov 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Habitación limpia

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Martha elvira espada

Nov 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Muy linpio y bonito

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Myrna

Aug 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel Estero Beach no le gusto tanto , es bonito el lugar por fuera , cerca al mar con vista muy bonita , pero la habitación por dentro está muy vieja , el piso estaba sucio , había polvo en las mesitas , en las lámparas . El baño tenía la regadera ya muy desgastada y oxidada. Honestamente me descepciono. Al restaurante por supuesto que regreso tienen una excelente atención y el desayuno estuvo muy rico .

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Viet

Oct 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was very clean!!!

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Luis Hector Martinez De

Nov 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

La habitación estaba limpia y el personal del hotel fue muy amable. Las instalaciones del hotel estan en buenas condiciones y muy limpias. Altamente recomendable.

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Jazmin

Jul 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I've been visiting this resort for over 15 years and I still love it—the facilities, the food, everything! The only downside this time was that the bathroom had mold on the walls due to a lack of cleaning. The rooms aren't modern, but they're not unattractive either—they're comfortable, which is why I feel they should take care of these small details.

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Marleni

Feb 19, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The room are pretty big, but needs more detail cleaning. The mattress needs to be updated and definitely the bed sheets.

4

Alejandra

Aug 18, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Las instalaciones están demasiado descuidadas, había hormigas por todo el cuarto, todo está muy viejo, el precio es elevado para lo que se ofrece, el personal fue amable pero no pudimos descansar debido a las condiciones tan pobres del lugar, nos llevaron un spray para fumigar nosotros mismos, con miedo ya que llevábamos un bebé y también había hormigas en la cama, el agua completamente salada no pudimos bañar a nuestra bebé y optamos por comprar agua para poder lavarnos los dientes

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Aidee

Sep 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Salty water in the shower, sink faucets and pool. Toilet would not flush correctly. Loose drain covers. Needs room renovations/updates. Room was dusty.

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Maricela

Aug 1, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The cleaning lady was extremely nice and all was clean all the time. Amazing job with all your staff

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Rooms

Rooms are spacious with appealing ocean or pool views, but decor and fixtures are dated, and maintenance issues like leaky plumbing, malfunctioning A/C, worn bathroom hardware, and hard mattresses come up repeatedly. Several reviews note unreliable in-room Wi-Fi and older TVs.

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ever

Feb 21, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Room need of some upgrades nice place

10

Frank

Aug 21, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Needs update in the restroom shower head was rusted and restroom fan did not work

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Rocio Alejandra

Jul 28, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

They had to fix the toilet, A/C wouldn’t turn on, music on the pool area were the same track every single day (boring songs) and we couldn’t see the tv the whole week.

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Melanie

Aug 28, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The location is beautiful. Rooms are very dated. Internet didn’t work and normally it would be okay but with little ones watching a show is needed to calm down the day.

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Hamid

Aug 14, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

***!!!*** WARNING ***!!*** This property bathrooms disperse salt water and shut off intermittently ***!!!*** WARNING ***!!*** Stayed here recently with the family and young children. The property is 30 minutes from Ensenada and nestled in an older compound with a LONG entry way. Which is great for security , but a pain to get in an out unless you plan on spending entire time being bored there. The property itself is older , but maintained. The rooms are decent but could use an upgrade. On to the biggest issues , since had we know we\'d have NOT BOOKED. The entire resort uses SALT WATER. The seawater in the shabby beach is actually sweeter. At least there your guaranteed continuous water flow. It was a MAJOR INCONVIENCE having to shower 3 children with shampoo in their eyes , with the water shutting off randomly. What normally would take 5 min now puts you as hostage at the showers will. One evening literally took over an hour to shower (COLD salt water) the children. Even after "Rinsing" off the saltiness and soap residue really put a dampen on the entire stay. Not to mention the bugs and rats we saw around the property , but that\'s secondary to the Salt water. Furthermore the hotel management are FULLY AWARE of the issue and would not cooperate let alone work with us. Thankfully we wont be visiting ever again. If you do get stuck coming here be for warned and buckle up for a nightmare in Ensenada. Good luck!!

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David

Aug 5, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We absolutely love the view from our room the convenience of down town. The 2 down falls of the place we experienced was the bed it was not comfortable by any standards and our AC was leaking water alot my wife wasn’t to happy with the bathroom a little out dated with the shower and tub. I would stay again the staff were amazing the pool was beautiful the views are awesome

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Marilen

Jul 8, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

The photo of the room does not match the actual room. For example, the pic showed tile floors but the room was carpeted. Bathroom is old with cracked tiles and the water feels and tastes like saltwater. The resort overall is very nice but the rooms are antiquated. Our room in particular had a non working phone & non working wall outlets. No fridge in the room. Housekeeping was inconsistent. This resort is best for hanging out outside of the room by the pool.

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Rebecca

Jul 23, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

My family and I love this place. However, I feel that for the price I pay the facilities should be updated. Our room was very convenient since it was direct access to the pool, but these rooms have not been updated so it is run down, (light bulb was out, the restroom very outdated and run down) The other issue is the salty water! I didn't ask why the faucet water is salty, so when you bathe you don't feel completely clean :(

10

VERA

Jul 15, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This trip was amazing the room were very large the beds were very comfortable all the people that worked there were so nice can't wait to go bac and hope to get room 203

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CYNTHIA

Feb 27, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

The view from our room was amazing, staff was very friendly

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Service

Service is frequently praised as friendly, attentive, and responsive, with quick help for issues and smooth check-in. Some guests experienced slow or unhelpful restaurant service, entry/check-in problems at night, or lapses such as housekeeping entering despite Do Not Disturb.

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Jamieta

Feb 9, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Friendly and helpful staff.

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Patty

Oct 14, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

My patio light was not working - the control was not working properly need new batteries- we were asleep and had the do not disturb sign the maid a knock / open the door without waiting they told her we had check out we were staying for another day

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david

Oct 12, 2025

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Great Service

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Edgar

Feb 2, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Room and location was great, staff was wonderful

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Maricela

Aug 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful facilities, attentive staff

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Fernando

Jul 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This property was overall very nice and the front desk was very helpful in doing the surprise for my fiancé. The prices for the food and drinks felt like Vegas prices though. The area felt safe and is very walkable. But i dont know, the service as far as bar staff and security could have been nicer

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joseph

Oct 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We arrived at midnight and would not allowed to get in. Guard at entrance said he has no rooms for us. Need reinforcements for all 3 rooms.

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Geraldo

Jul 7, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The stay here started off great. The check-in process was quick and easy, and someone came out to the parking lot to help us with our bags. The pool area was great for the kids, and the view of the ocean was breathtaking. Unfortunately, the service at the restaurant was terrible, with a long wait time during our dining experience. On our second night, it went from bad to worse. We arrived at the pool area with our children at about 6:45 pm and asked to see a menu for the restaurant, which we received within minutes. However, trying to place an order was a nightmare. My wife and I tried walking to the restaurant 4 different times to place our food order, only to be told to go back to the pool area and wait for a waiter. However, the waiter never showed up. At 10:15 pm, I walked into the restaurant to speak to the manager and was directed to "Mauricio". I explained to him that we had been waiting for food for close to 4 hours, to which he responded, "he was too busy for us". To be clear, this is the only option for food at the resort, and thanks to Mauricio, my children did not eat that night. Mauricio was rude and offered no solution to the problem besides giving him "5 minutes," which we heard over an hour before that. The staff at the hotel was GREAT, especially Mario at the pool area, who came over and apologized to me and let me know that the restaurant was out of his control. I would consider going back but would spend my money on food outside.

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Kathy

Apr 3, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

It is always so easy to get checked in and stay here. The staff are all very attentive, friendly and polite. The restaurant is great and gives us peace of mind about safe food and drinks. We keep coming back and recommend Estero Beach to everyone!

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Chella

Aug 16, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Loved our stay here! The AC broke in our room and when I reported it they changed our room immediately. The service was very responsive and our stay was pleasant and peaceful. The pool is great, along with the private beach. We will come back!

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Location

Waterfront setting is scenic, quiet, and feels safe thanks to gated access, but the resort is secluded and about a 30-minute drive from central Ensenada, with less appealing surroundings outside the property. A car is helpful.

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Aashish

Jan 1, 2023

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Stayed 19,357 nights

Safe and in a secure, secluded and serene area!

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Armando

Sep 7, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Great view from the JR Suite, are is well maintained. will return. a little far from the main city but thats what makes it nice....

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Rudy

May 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The Dirt road leading into main entrance of the " RESORT" is not inviting at all. The toilet in restroom did not flush properly an marble floor inside looked weathered and was slippery. TV reception offered limited amount of channels with good reception.

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EDELMIRA

Mar 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The resort was amazing but wasn't close to the centro where the action is. However, once you enter the resort, you can forget the long drive, and just smile and relax away.The views were spectacular. The room was cozy (not modern, a but outdated as was the tv) but it was spacious and has everything you need. They have a few jacuzzi's and a large pool area. The outside decor was beautiful accompanied by nature and singing birds all over. I have to especially say that the front desk/customer service was AWESOME. I'd stay here again hands down.

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omar

Aug 11, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The showers don't always work and all the water that comes off of all the faucets and shower is salt water. The property is nice and spacious Is like a big compound. But it's about a 30 minute drive to the city center and tourist areas where the good restaurants and shops are

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Joe

May 4, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Surroundings outside of resort not very nice.

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Lyndon

Dec 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great pool area. Beautiful views. Very quiet and secluded.

10

Adrianna

Aug 14, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Our stay at Estero Beach Hotel was great. We visited for two nights from San Diego. The facility is very very clean and quiet, away from the noise of the city. It faces a beautiful inlet of the ocean with a view of the sunset and pelicans feeding in the morning. We only ate at the restaurant for breakfast but the food was really good. It also felt very safe all around with good security and secure parking lots. The staff is really nice too. The only thing is that the bedding and towels are a little bit old so the bed sheets and pillows were not that comfortable, but other than that we really enjoyed our stay and would be back. The pool and jacuzzis were amazing and there are lots of beach lounge chairs to sit by the pool or face the ocean.

10

Charles

Sep 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Location

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elizabeth

Nov 14, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Loved the proximity to the ocean and the layout of the property. How each room opened to the pool or the ocean. Didn't like the neighborhood surrounding the property.

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Dining

Food quality earns consistent compliments, especially breakfast and Sunday brunch, and many enjoy dining by the water or at the pool bar. Downsides include high prices, limited on-site dining options, and occasional long waits or poor service.

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Ana

May 10, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Basically I liked everything about our stay. The ocean views are amazing and love the restaurant. There's music on Friday and Saturday. We had a great time.

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Andres

Aug 14, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel is well kept and nice in general. Great service by the staff; they were all kind and attentive. Wish it had more dining options or at least the restaurant wasn’t as expensive to dine in.

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Hector

Aug 2, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This place is very beautiful and well taken care of. A great place to relax. Great restaurant. We had a king size bed with ocean view.

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Patricia

Jul 11, 2023

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El hotel es muy bonito, el servicio es muy bueno y el personal es muy amable. Las habitaciones muy limpias, igual que las áreas comunes. Las vistas al mar son maravillosas y los jardines están muy bien cuidados. Lo único malo es que los precios del restaurante son exorbitantes. Considerando que no hay lugares cercanos donde abastecerse, esto es un problema. Por lo demás, ampliamente recomendado.

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10

Tamra

Oct 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff is extraordinarily helpful. Food is delicious and dining on the estuary is so relaxing.

10

Juan

Dec 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The water front location location is great and relaxing. Restaurant has great food.

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Michelle

May 9, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

I stayed here with my family and loved it. The Sunday buffet is awesome.

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Geraldo

Jul 7, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The stay here started off great. The check-in process was quick and easy, and someone came out to the parking lot to help us with our bags. The pool area was great for the kids, and the view of the ocean was breathtaking. Unfortunately, the service at the restaurant was terrible, with a long wait time during our dining experience. On our second night, it went from bad to worse. We arrived at the pool area with our children at about 6:45 pm and asked to see a menu for the restaurant, which we received within minutes. However, trying to place an order was a nightmare. My wife and I tried walking to the restaurant 4 different times to place our food order, only to be told to go back to the pool area and wait for a waiter. However, the waiter never showed up. At 10:15 pm, I walked into the restaurant to speak to the manager and was directed to "Mauricio". I explained to him that we had been waiting for food for close to 4 hours, to which he responded, "he was too busy for us". To be clear, this is the only option for food at the resort, and thanks to Mauricio, my children did not eat that night. Mauricio was rude and offered no solution to the problem besides giving him "5 minutes," which we heard over an hour before that. The staff at the hotel was GREAT, especially Mario at the pool area, who came over and apologized to me and let me know that the restaurant was out of his control. I would consider going back but would spend my money on food outside.

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Eduardo

Mar 20, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

En general , una buena experiencia pero considero que los precios del restaurante son demasiado elevados para el local.

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Milena

Oct 13, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Very friendly and helpful staff! Hot tub clean and pool beautiful. Hotel restaurant has excellent food.

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Month	Average price
January	$105
February	$106
March	$108
April	$131
May	$147
June	$130
July	$131
August	$128
September	$146
October	$146
November	$157
December	$132

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $183	2 $178	3 $129
4 $130	5 $130	6 $130	7 $129	8 $162	9 $183	10 $195
11 $127	12 $130	13 $130	14 $132	15 $129	16 $126	17 $129
18 $130	19 $130	20 $131	21 $132	22 $130	23	24
25 $198	26 $132	27 $130	28 $132	29 $132	30 $129	31 $132

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16	17 $130	18	19
20 $129	21 $129	22 $129	23 $129	24 $129	25	26
27 $128	28 $128	29 $128	30 $128

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Location

Room options

Standard 2 Queen Room (Garden View)

Deluxe Room (Maya)

Deluxe Room (Palenque)

Presidential Suite (Uxmal)

Standard Room (Garden View)

Standard 2 Queen Room

Presidential Suite (Akumal)

Standard Room, Garden View (Tikal) 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room

Standard Room (Tikal) 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, Garden View (Tikal)

Xxxtulum Cottagexxx

Standard Queen Room

Deluxe Room (Palenque) 2 Queen Beds

Junior Suite (Palenque)

Deluxe 2 Queen Room

Presidential Suite

Standard Room

Junior King Suite

Standard Room (Tikal)

Deluxe Room (Maya) 2 Queen Beds

Junior Suite

Junior Suite (Palenque) 1 King Bed

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