Plaza Florencia is a straightforward, mid-range hotel with a walkable location in Zona Rosa. The hotel was built in the late '70s but is well-maintained and includes high-quality wood furniture and beams -- especially in the lobby. Each of the 142 pleasant guest rooms is well-lit and has a flat-screen TV. There are two restaurants, one of which serves a breakfast buffet. Wi-Fi and parking are free, but expect to pay extra for breakfast and coffee in the rooms. Guests are either here on business or for the tourist-friendly neighborhood, and no one really lingers on the property. For a hotel in the same neighborhood with more pizazz, check rates at Room Mate Valentina.
Plaza Florencia is a straightforward, mid-range hotel with a walkable location in Zona Rosa. The hotel was built in the late '70s but is well-maintained and includes high-quality wood furniture and beams -- especially in the lobby. Each of the 142 pleasant guest rooms is well-lit and has a flat-screen TV. There are two restaurants, one of which serves a breakfast buffet. Wi-Fi and parking are free, but expect to pay extra for breakfast and coffee in the rooms. Guests are either here on business or for the tourist-friendly neighborhood, and no one really lingers on the property. For a hotel in the same neighborhood with more pizazz, check rates at Room Mate Valentina.
Location is key at the three-and-a-half-pearl Emporio Reforma. This traditional hotel fronts Mexico City’s most famous boulevard, Paseo de la Reforma, and both Roma and Zona Rosa are nearby. It’s also just a short drive from all of the city’s tourist attractions, including the historic center, which is a five- to 15-minute drive east. The 145 rooms are modern and simple, with amenities like air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi, though TVs are dated and views can be a bit grim. Other features at this upper-middle-range property include a traditional trattoria-like restaurant that’s popular with locals, and a lobby bar often used by business travelers. It’s a convenient base, bur travelers looking for a classic stay with a tad more luxury might like to consider the Gran Hotel Ciudad de Mexico.
Location is key at the three-and-a-half-pearl Emporio Reforma. This traditional hotel fronts Mexico City’s most famous boulevard, Paseo de la Reforma, and both Roma and Zona Rosa are nearby. It’s also just a short drive from all of the city’s tourist attractions, including the historic center, which is a five- to 15-minute drive east. The 145 rooms are modern and simple, with amenities like air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi, though TVs are dated and views can be a bit grim. Other features at this upper-middle-range property include a traditional trattoria-like restaurant that’s popular with locals, and a lobby bar often used by business travelers. It’s a convenient base, bur travelers looking for a classic stay with a tad more luxury might like to consider the Gran Hotel Ciudad de Mexico.
Along with three large pools, a lovely, soft sand beach, kids’ activities, and up-market a la carte restaurants, Hotel Barcelo Ixtapa Beach Resort fulfills the basic requirements for a family-friendly all-inclusive getaway. However, the three-and-a-half-pearl hotel’s aging decor, tiny spa, and per-stay a la carte dining limits may be a deal-breaker for some. Most of the 398 rooms are typical of other nearby Ixtapa resorts -- pleasant, though dated, with expected amenities such as minibars, flat-screen TV, and private balconies with beautiful sea or mountain views. For a more luxurious, family-friendly alternative, check rates at the adjacent Azul Ixtapa.
Along with three large pools, a lovely, soft sand beach, kids’ activities, and up-market a la carte restaurants, Hotel Barcelo Ixtapa Beach Resort fulfills the basic requirements for a family-friendly all-inclusive getaway. However, the three-and-a-half-pearl hotel’s aging decor, tiny spa, and per-stay a la carte dining limits may be a deal-breaker for some. Most of the 398 rooms are typical of other nearby Ixtapa resorts -- pleasant, though dated, with expected amenities such as minibars, flat-screen TV, and private balconies with beautiful sea or mountain views. For a more luxurious, family-friendly alternative, check rates at the adjacent Azul Ixtapa.
Perched on a hill with stunning ocean views, the upscale and all-inclusive Club Med Pacific Ixtapa has a privileged location that's beachfront to the white sands of Playa Quieta. All of the 516 vibrant rooms at the hotel are spacious and modern with strong air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and mini-fridges. With a kids’ club with its own restaurant, multiple pools, and plenty of activities like trapeze, tennis, and evening shows -- this is an ideal place for families. There are a few wellness options that appeal to couples, like a moderately sized fitness center, quiet pool, and relaxing spa. Overall, this is a family place. Travelers looking for something quieter should check rates at Cala de Mar Resort & Spa Ixtapa where all rooms have private dip pools.
Perched on a hill with stunning ocean views, the upscale and all-inclusive Club Med Pacific Ixtapa has a privileged location that's beachfront to the white sands of Playa Quieta. All of the 516 vibrant rooms at the hotel are spacious and modern with strong air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and mini-fridges. With a kids’ club with its own restaurant, multiple pools, and plenty of activities like trapeze, tennis, and evening shows -- this is an ideal place for families. There are a few wellness options that appeal to couples, like a moderately sized fitness center, quiet pool, and relaxing spa. Overall, this is a family place. Travelers looking for something quieter should check rates at Cala de Mar Resort & Spa Ixtapa where all rooms have private dip pools.
Pueblo Bonito Emerald Bay is one of Mazatlan's most upscale resorts, with a ton of features that keep all-inclusive travelers happy. The extensive list of amenities includes three large pools, swim-up bars, three open-air restaurants, a cocktail lounge, and a huge, beautiful spa complex. All 378 suites have spacious layouts with private, ocean-view balconies, flat-screen TVs, and kitchenettes. However, the scale of the property makes it difficult to navigate, only paid Wi-Fi is available throughout, and the beach is heavily eroded (as of mid-2016) with no permanent seating or facilities. Although it’s less polished, the sister property, Pueblo Bonito Mazatlan, offers many of the same amenities and a more central location for less money.
Pueblo Bonito Emerald Bay is one of Mazatlan's most upscale resorts, with a ton of features that keep all-inclusive travelers happy. The extensive list of amenities includes three large pools, swim-up bars, three open-air restaurants, a cocktail lounge, and a huge, beautiful spa complex. All 378 suites have spacious layouts with private, ocean-view balconies, flat-screen TVs, and kitchenettes. However, the scale of the property makes it difficult to navigate, only paid Wi-Fi is available throughout, and the beach is heavily eroded (as of mid-2016) with no permanent seating or facilities. Although it’s less polished, the sister property, Pueblo Bonito Mazatlan, offers many of the same amenities and a more central location for less money.
Oceano Palace offers all the must-have amenities -- a wide beachfront, a large pool with a swim-up bar, spacious fitness center, and two restaurants with room service -- that most travelers will need to make for a pleasant beach vacation. The 260 rooms are done up in bright, IKEA-like decor and feature flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, and (optional) tiny balconies. This is a solid mid-range option that's in better shape than its competitors, but the constant raucous atmosphere may prove too lively for some and Wi-Fi isn't free. Travelers seeking a quieter, more relaxed getaway should look to Luna Palace Hotel/Suites -- the neighboring sister property -- which has similar amenities with a little polish for a bit more money.
Oceano Palace offers all the must-have amenities -- a wide beachfront, a large pool with a swim-up bar, spacious fitness center, and two restaurants with room service -- that most travelers will need to make for a pleasant beach vacation. The 260 rooms are done up in bright, IKEA-like decor and feature flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, and (optional) tiny balconies. This is a solid mid-range option that's in better shape than its competitors, but the constant raucous atmosphere may prove too lively for some and Wi-Fi isn't free. Travelers seeking a quieter, more relaxed getaway should look to Luna Palace Hotel/Suites -- the neighboring sister property -- which has similar amenities with a little polish for a bit more money.
Las Flores Beach Resort is a mid-range option situated on a quiet stretch of Playa Camaron within a short walk of the Golden Zone’s attractions and services. The list of amenities -- including two sparkling outdoor pools, an alfresco restaurant and bar with ocean views, and beachfront massage services -- is just long enough to keep most guests happy. However, the 119 rooms are a mixed bag. Many are relatively modern -- with air-conditioning, ocean-view balconies, and (optional) kitchenettes -- but some feature unattractive furnishings and old tube TVs. Additionally, Wi-Fi isn't free. As an alternative, the nearby three-and-a-half-pearl Ramada Resort Mazatlan offers more dining options, a wide stretch of beach, and a massive pool for less.
Las Flores Beach Resort is a mid-range option situated on a quiet stretch of Playa Camaron within a short walk of the Golden Zone’s attractions and services. The list of amenities -- including two sparkling outdoor pools, an alfresco restaurant and bar with ocean views, and beachfront massage services -- is just long enough to keep most guests happy. However, the 119 rooms are a mixed bag. Many are relatively modern -- with air-conditioning, ocean-view balconies, and (optional) kitchenettes -- but some feature unattractive furnishings and old tube TVs. Additionally, Wi-Fi isn't free. As an alternative, the nearby three-and-a-half-pearl Ramada Resort Mazatlan offers more dining options, a wide stretch of beach, and a massive pool for less.
On a quiet hillside overlooking Zihuatanejo Bay, the two-and-a-half-pearl Hotel Catalina Beach Resort is a simple and laid-back option on the edge of Zihuatanejo. All 45 rooms here are spacious and simple, and include flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and air-conditioning. Most also feature balconies and ocean views, though interiors are a bit tired and Wi-Fi isn't great. The resort has a few dining and drinking options, including a beachfront bar and casual open-air restaurant with sweeping views of Zihuatanejo Bay. With a moderately sized pool terrace and private beach club, expect to see families and couples. Travelers looking for another laid-back alternative might consider Villas Mexicana, which offers similar amenities and nicer rooms at a consistently similar price tag.
On a quiet hillside overlooking Zihuatanejo Bay, the two-and-a-half-pearl Hotel Catalina Beach Resort is a simple and laid-back option on the edge of Zihuatanejo. All 45 rooms here are spacious and simple, and include flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and air-conditioning. Most also feature balconies and ocean views, though interiors are a bit tired and Wi-Fi isn't great. The resort has a few dining and drinking options, including a beachfront bar and casual open-air restaurant with sweeping views of Zihuatanejo Bay. With a moderately sized pool terrace and private beach club, expect to see families and couples. Travelers looking for another laid-back alternative might consider Villas Mexicana, which offers similar amenities and nicer rooms at a consistently similar price tag.
The Thompson Zihuatanejo (formerly a Viceroy property) is a distinct departure from the area’s ubiquitous budget and backpacker-friendly hotels. The small, luxury property is arguably at the very top of Zihuatanejo’s hotel offerings. Two a la carte beachfront restaurants, three beautiful pools, and a rustic-chic, Moroccan-inspired spa top its list of notable features. Each of the 47 rooms likewise features an extensive list of standard amenities -- including spacious floor plans, minibars, and private terraces, some of which have plunge pools. While there are a handful of restaurants nearby, the lack of additional attractions within walking distance may be the property’s only drawback. No hotel in the area offers a comparable level of luxury, though the Azul Ixtapa Grand Spa & Convention Center is a four-pearl, beachfront, all-inclusive alternative in neighboring Ixtapa.
The Thompson Zihuatanejo (formerly a Viceroy property) is a distinct departure from the area’s ubiquitous budget and backpacker-friendly hotels. The small, luxury property is arguably at the very top of Zihuatanejo’s hotel offerings. Two a la carte beachfront restaurants, three beautiful pools, and a rustic-chic, Moroccan-inspired spa top its list of notable features. Each of the 47 rooms likewise features an extensive list of standard amenities -- including spacious floor plans, minibars, and private terraces, some of which have plunge pools. While there are a handful of restaurants nearby, the lack of additional attractions within walking distance may be the property’s only drawback. No hotel in the area offers a comparable level of luxury, though the Azul Ixtapa Grand Spa & Convention Center is a four-pearl, beachfront, all-inclusive alternative in neighboring Ixtapa.
The three-pearl Estero Beach Hotel & Resort is located slightly out of town, a 30-minute drive off a main road from Ensenada. The hotel includes a private beach in front of the hotel, and offers kayaks, Jet Ski rentals, and beach massages. Rooms and suites are classic, with a few dated elements; all rooms include a private terrace, with either garden or sea views. Suites include a hot tub and fully-equipped kitchen. The swimming pool is sea-facing, surrounded by palm trees, sun lounges, parasols, two hot tubs, and a poolside bar. Las Terrazas Restaurant and Bar serves Mexican and international cuisine, along with a sushi bar and Sunday brunch -- though meals aren't included in room rates. For cheaper rates and a closer location to downtown Enseneda, San Nicolas Hotel and Casino has cheaper rates, though it isn't on the beach.
The three-pearl Estero Beach Hotel & Resort is located slightly out of town, a 30-minute drive off a main road from Ensenada. The hotel includes a private beach in front of the hotel, and offers kayaks, Jet Ski rentals, and beach massages. Rooms and suites are classic, with a few dated elements; all rooms include a private terrace, with either garden or sea views. Suites include a hot tub and fully-equipped kitchen. The swimming pool is sea-facing, surrounded by palm trees, sun lounges, parasols, two hot tubs, and a poolside bar. Las Terrazas Restaurant and Bar serves Mexican and international cuisine, along with a sushi bar and Sunday brunch -- though meals aren't included in room rates. For cheaper rates and a closer location to downtown Enseneda, San Nicolas Hotel and Casino has cheaper rates, though it isn't on the beach.