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lodging options
Selecting the ideal Acapulco lodging option requires
an understanding both the lay-of-the-land and what
your individual clients expect in terms of amenities,
quality of service, price, and atmosphere.
Acapulco has more than 200 hotel choices and some
18,000 lodging units. But only a relatively small number
of these hotels are known to American and Canadian
travelers. This is somewhat ironic, since Acapulco is also
home to two of Mexico’s most recognizable and popular
hotels: the Fairmont Acapulco Princess and Las Brisas.
Acapulco Diamante: This includes Revolcadero
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Beach and nearby Puerto Marques. Close in to the air-
Unlike Puerto Vallarta or Los Cabos, Acapulco has evolved
into a 75% domestic/25% international destination.
The typical tour operator carries 8-10 Acapulco properties—that tend to cater to American and Canadian clientele. That’s not to say that you won’t find good choices
beyond this short list. In fact, for value travelers, Acapulco
has Mexico’s widest choice of beachfront offerings. Just
be aware that a property with few US and Canadian visitors may operate with different service and facility standards. Do some extra research (at www.tripadvisor.com
or www.starservice.com), and your clients are apt to be
treated to some real diamonds in the rough.
Golden Acapulco: This refers to the heart of Aca
pulco Bay. These properties are either beachfront, or
picking a location
This is a critical part of your vacation planning service.
Remember, Acapulco is spread out along over 30 kms of
coastline. With traffic delays, transit times from one end
to the other can be lengthy. Book a client out in the Diamante area who expects the Acapulco Bay setting (or
vice versa), and you’re headed for problems. Become
familiar with the area’s layout to make sure you’re truly
suggesting the right lodging option for your client.
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Acapulco hotel properties are concentrated in one of four
main areas. (Look for the area symbols under each hotel
listing on the following pages.)
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port, this area has four terrific golf courses and some fine
beaches, but no shopping or dining outside of the hotels.
Large chain hotels and condo developments dominate
here. Remember, the taxi to Acapulco Bay will cost $20-25
each way and take 20-40 minutes depending on where
you’re headed. Beach swimming is ideal along Puerto
Marques, but often too rough along Revolcadero.
across the Costera boulevard on hills overlooking the Bay.
Guests here get easy access to beaches, shopping and
Acapulco’s legendary dining and nightlife. However, with
a few exceptions, hotels are in a very urban setting—with
traffic, people, neon signs, and round the clock activity.
Hillside properties offer some relief from these conditions, but can be remote from the action of the Costera
and the Bay’s safe swimming beaches. This zone is also
home to dozens of private homes and villas, especially in
the area around and below Las Brisas.
Traditional Acapulco: ah… for those seeking nos
talgia and an authentic encounter with Mexico’s original beach resort, this downtown area is the ideal choice.
Located at the Bay’s western end and engulfed by lush
vegetation, this area has but a few lodging choices.
Guests here have the privilege of staying where Hollywood’s elite vacationed over half a century ago. While a
bit past its prime, Traditional Acapulco offers a quiet and
less commercial atmosphere. Properties accessed by the
somewhat crumbling series of twisted hillside streets are
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characterized by small hotels and spectacular Bay views. None of these hotels have beach frontage.
Pie de la Cuesta/Coyuca Lagoon: for the escapist! Located up the coast from La Quebrada some 20
30 minutes, this tropical paradise is rustic, laid-back and inexpensive. Forget about the discos and swanky
dinner houses. It seems like little has changed here since the 60’s, except for the crowds of visitors from
Mexico City during holidays and summer. The beach is wide, clean and gorgeous (though too rough for
swimming). Grab a hammock and a coconut gin, and watch the sun melt into the Pacific…
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Air Conditioning
Babysitter
Banquet & Convention Facilities
Bar
Bathroom in the Room
Big Private Room
Cable TV or Satellite
Cafeteria Restaurant
Casino or Similar
Children Playground & Games
Closet in the Room
Commercial Style Furniture
Exclusive Designed Furniture
General Safe Deposit Boxes
Gourmet Restaurant(s)
Gym
Handicap Facilities
Individual Safe Deposit Box
Laundry & Dry Cleaning
Lobby
Medical Service
Medium Private Room
Money Exchange
Parking Lot
Pool
Post Office
Public Telephone
Reception
Reservation System
Room Service
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Small Private Room
Spa
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Television
Tennis Courts
Travel Agency
Known for its lovely hillside location, private
pools with breathtaking views, and unrivaled
honeymoon packages, Las Brisas is one of the
world’s great resorts. 263 deluxe “casitas” with
private or semi-private pool are sprinkled
across 40 acres overlooking Acapulco Bay.
Rooms are simple, but very comfortable and
attractively decorated with marble floors, white
and pink walls, wood and built-in furniture. TV
with premium cable. All rooms have spacious
showeronly baths. Continental breakfast is
delivered daily about the time your pool man
makes a visit. This property offers weddings on
site and there are several wedding venues
each with breathtaking bay views to choose
from. Special rates and upgrades afforded to
newlyweds. Guests can rent pink and white
jeeps (a real status symbol) to explore the area,
but why leave? There are four world-class restaurants on site, and the beach club is spectacular. The club features an outstanding restaurant, fresh and salt water pools, and a Mediterranean air of sophistication and glamour.
Impeccable service and very classy. Two meeting rooms. B’57/R’06
Reservations: 1 888 559 4329
www.brisas.com.mx
AAA Rating: ◆◆◆
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The queen of Acapulco resorts, the Princess is
located on 480 magnificently manicured,
beachfront acres. 1,017 air conditioned, spacious rooms (485 sq.ft.) with tiled floors, combination baths, private balconies, ocean and garden views, and complete amenities including
internet access. The spectacular 16-story pyramid-like structure is flanked by free-form pools
with waterfalls and lush vegetation and two
10-story towers. Shopping mall and assortment
of restaurants and bars for every taste (though
not everyone’s budget). Fully-equipped ballroom and 15 meeting rooms. Great beach for
horseback riding and beach combing, but not
safe for swimming. Two fine18-hole 72 par
courses, 11 tennis courts (including indoor), 5
swimming pools (2 with swim-up bars, 2 salt
water). Willow Stream Spa (2003), 14,000 sqft, $3.5 million spa
and complete fitness center. Yuca Nightlclub is a hot salsa club.
Beachside weddings pkgs offered including an on site wedding
coordinator. B’71/R’04
Reservations: 1-800-441-1414
www.fairmont.com/acapulco
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winding free-form pools complete with waterfalls. Two restaurants, two bars, lighted tennis courts, health club, meeting facilities, and small private beach. “Club” rooms have special amenities, private bar, concierge service. B’93
Reservations: 1-800-7 CAMINO
AAA Rating: ◆◆◆
www.caminoreal.com/acapulco
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This property is, without doubt, the crown jewel of the Mayan
Palace Resorts chain. An elaborate combination of Mayan and
Mexican contemporary styles make this 200-acre resort one of
Mexico’s most spectacular. The 20 acres of lakes and canals for
boating are unique in Mexico. 380 rooms (including deluxe
suites, crowne suites, and 1-2 bedroom units) have polished
marble floors, light wood furnishings, beautiful original art,
bright floral fabrics - beds are on a raised, painted platform,
armoires with lattice wood doors, and large marble combination
baths complete with hair dryers. All rooms have phone, mini-bar,
satellite TV and spacious furnished ocean view balcony. Incredible pool area (largest in the world!), 18-hole golf course, 12
lighted, clay tennis courts, Brio Health Spa, two gourmet restaurants, and openair bars round out the attractions of this remote
but fully-equipped dazzler. The only hotel in Acapulco with a sea
turtle hatchery. B’93/R’06
Reservations: 1-800-996-2926
AAA Rating: ◆◆◆
www.thegrandmayan.com
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Opening its doors in June of ‘98 as Acapulco’s newest deluxe
property, this luxurious 74 room hotel features the customary
Quinta Real design - gracious Mexican mansion setting with
super elegant appointments. Master and Grand Class Suites (all
ocean view, some with private swimming pool) with two double
beds or one king size bed. Individually controlled air-conditioning, color satellite TV, marble floors, direct dial telephones and all
the amenities you expect from a Quinta Real Resort. A gourmet
restaurant and bar serving Mexican specialities and international favorites, plus informal Beach Club dining. One of Acapulco’s finest beaches. Large freshwater swimming pool. Terrace Bar.
Meeting facilities for up to 200 people. New Spa Milenium
Miguett is superb! B’98/R’05
Reservations: 1-866-621-9288
AAA Rating: ◆◆◆◆
www.quintareal.com
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Camino Real is back in Acapulco with this beautiful boutique
hotel located in the new Acapulco Diamante development at
Puerto Marqués. The 156 rooms and one- and two-bedroom
suites, are located in a modern four-story building that combines cement, stonework and canopied awnings to create a
modern but elegant look. Spacious rooms feature marble and
textured cement floors, contemporary quilted fabrics, original
Mexican art, marble combination baths, furnished ocean view
balconies, phones, mini-bar and satellite TV. There are three
(All Inclusive) Smaller and more intimate than its sister hotel, the
Princess (with use of its facilities and none of its crowds), the
Pierre Marques is the perfect spot for a relaxing, secluded vacation. The property now has the feel of a Mexican hacienda following an extensive $30 million remodel in ‘03. The excellent 18hole course (just a few paces from the front desk) is a Robert
Trent Jones. Jr. masterpiece. Accommodations are in the 5-story
main building, a 2-story wing or in one of the 11 two-story villas
surrounded by lawns and gardens. All 335 rooms, suites, villas
and bungalows are furnished identically to those at the Princess
and have the same amenities. Four tennis courts, 3 freshwater
pools. Opened in 1957, the Pierre Marques is one of Acapulco’s
historic hotels. Fairmont has brought it back to its former glory.
B’57/R’03
Reservations: 1-800-441-1414
AAA Rating: ◆◆◆◆
www.fairmont.com
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The first hotel you’ll see when coming from the airport and
entering the bay is the Hyatt Regency. This 23-floor highrise has
645 spacious rooms with 42 suites and Regency Club rooms. All
feature white textured walls, simulated wood furnishings, pastel
modern fabrics, and most have terraces overlooking the bay;
rooms also feature hair dryers, mini-bar, cable TV, and international direct-dial phones. Among the Regency’s new additions
are a fitness center, more tennis courts, a kosher restaurant, and
the “Alory Spa” that includes saunas, jacuzzis, jet capsules, and
massages. The attractive, conservatively understated lobby features a mini mall, travel agency, tobacco shop, art gallery, synagogue, and car rentals. Four restaurants, popular lobby bar plus
three others, two pools surrounded by lush gardens and fed by
a man-made lagoon. Active beach area with all water sports. The
new Alory Spa offers an array of services and a fully equipped
workout room with professional instructors. B’71/R’03
Reservations: 1-800-233-1234
AAA Rating: ◆◆◆
www.acapulco.regency.hyatt.com
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Ideally situated on 15 acres of landscaped gardens in a neighborhood above “hotel row,” the Villa Vera enjoys spectacular bay
views from its fine restaurant and pool. The hotel underwent a
$2 million renovation in 1999, updating lobby and pool area
décor and room amenities. There are 59 superior rooms, each
with marble floors, white interior, subdued contemporary fabrics, and marble combination baths, many units with balconies.
There are 7 villas with private pools and 3, two- to four-bedroom
casitas. Cable TV, fully-stocked mini-bar, phones, 24-hour room
service. Ideal for smaller incentive groups; conference room for
20-70 people. European spa. Conference villa has two upstairs
bedrooms with balconies. Two lighted clay courts, 2 paddle tennis
courts, exercise rooms with sauna, massage and beauty salon. A
charming, cozy property, now part of the Raintree Resorts group,
that still attracts the rich and famous. Offers on-site wedding
coordinators with a variety of wedding reception packages. This
is where Elizabeth Taylor and Michael Todd married in 1957.
B’53/R’99
Reservations: 1-877-247-5157
AAA Rating: ◆◆◆
www.clubregina.com
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 Calinda Beach Acapulco
Housed in an 18 floor cylindrical tower on the beach in the
heart of Acapulco, the Calinda features 350 standard rooms and
7 suites (remodeled in ‘99). Wedge-shaped rooms have tile
floors, pale fabrics, simple furniture, tile combination baths, balconies, 70% with ocean view, satellite TV and phones. Two restaurants and two bars. One pool is beachside with a small waterfall; the other is on the sun deck on the third floor. Popular with
Canadian groups. B’70/R’99
Reservations: 1-877-657-5799
AAA Rating: ◆◆
www.hotelescalinda.com.mx
 Copacabana Acapulco
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Next to Elcano on Icacos beach, the Copacabana is a modern
18-story Y-shaped structure. The 422 standard rooms feature
stucco walls, tile floors with throw rugs, rattan and simulated
wood furniture, marble, full baths, phones, cable TV, minibars
and small ocean view balconies (corner units have best views).
Pool with jacuzzi bar faces the ocean (completely remodeled),
two restaurants, three bars, meeting facilities for 200-800. Allinclusive optional plan available. R’04
Reservations: 1-800-562-0197
AAA Rating: ◆◆
www.hotelescopacabana.com
 Crowne Plaza Acapulco
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Located in the heart of the hotel zone, this self-contained resort
(formerly the Costa Club Acapulco ) is a 28-story tower, with 454
rooms and 79 suites. The rooms feature marble floors, painted
wicker furniture, marble combination baths, cable TV, mini-bar,
phones, and ocean view balcony. Lining the entrance is a 2-story
shopping mall with 50 shops and boutiques. Six large ballrooms
and meeting rooms, 4 pools, health club with sauna and jacuzzi,
and 3 tennis courts. Four restaurants including Italian gourmet,
3 bars (in-cluding live music nightly in the lobby bar), an active
beach scene with all water sports, and plenty of poolside activities keep the resort ever popular. All-inclusive programavailable.
Costa Kids programs. B’82/R’2006
Reservations: 1-877-587-9648
AAA Rating: ◆◆◆
www.crowneplaza.com/acapulco
 Elcano
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On the Costera on Icacos Beach, the Elcano is set back from the
busy avenue, and a refreshing oasis from the hotel zone’s constant clamor. This landmark property built in1957 underwent an
extensive renovation in 1994. Its 10-story rectangular tower
houses 180 rooms. The art deco lobby is a lodging: a real showpiece. Its turquoise pillars and spiral staircase blend together to
create cool, quiet surroundings reminiscent of the 1950’s. The
simple beachside pool is delightful. Attractive large rooms, studios and suites (all with ocean view; most with balconies) are
beautifully appointed with white and blue tile, light blue and
white wicker furnishings, original art, phones, TV and mini-bars.
Two excellent restaurants (including El Faro), bars, spa and 4
jacuzzis. B’57/R’94
Reservations: 52-744-435 1500
AAA Rating: ◆◆◆
www.hotel-elcano.com
 El Presidente
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This older Acapulco landmark has a central location on hotel
row, placing guests right across the street from the best shops
and restaurants, and offering an easy walk to most of the other
Costera hotels. 146 comfortable, but dated, standard rooms and
16 suites feature painted brick floors, simulated wood furnishings, pale floral fabrics, marble shower-only baths (most have
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and all suites have ocean view. Swimming pool, children’s pool,
gym, water sports, 3 restaurants, 2 bars. Meeting room. B’59/R’96
Reservations: 52-744-484-1700
AAA Rating: ◆◆
www.elpresidente-acapulco.com
 Emporio Acapulco
An Acapulco tradition, the Emporio is located next to the Playa
Suites in the heart of the Costera Beach area. Two towers (one
11-story, the other, newer 14 stories, plus a newer all-suites
wing) offer 390 air-conditioned rooms with ocean view and terraces, mini-bars, cable TV, phones, and marble baths. The meandering, moat-like pool, complete with an island and surrounded
by lush gardens, is one of the most beautiful in town. Three restaurants, 4 bars, social activities, complete water sports center,
gym. Five meeting rooms. B’60/R’2005
Reservations: 52-744-469-0505
 Fiesta Americana Villas
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With a prime location next to the Fiesta Inn in the heart of Acapulco Bay, the Fiesta Americana is always lively and actionpacked. The 18-story oceanfront tower is set on a rock outcropping with splendid views of the bay. The property is one longevity (built in 1960 and remodeled in 2005) and prominent location. A rectangular pool sits atop a rocky outcropping with a
grand view of Acapulco Bay. The fine sandy beach is accessed by
a long wooden staircase. The beach is lined with tropical landscaping and blue umbrellas. Facilities include two restaurants
and one bar. All 400 sleeping rooms offer balcony, tile floor, satellite TV, mini-bar, and shower-only bath. This property is ideal
for guests looking for a central location along Acapulco’s famed
“Costera.” B’60/R2005
Reservations: 1-800-FIESTA 1
AAA Rating: ◆◆◆
www.posadas.com
 Park Royal Acapulco
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All Inclusive. Formerly the Radisson, this lovely hotel is hidden
away on Acapulco’s secluded Guitarrón Beach below Las Brisas.
The hotel was completed in 1991 and underwent an extensive
renovation in 2005. 210 cliffside rooms, 14 suites and villas with
phones, cable TV, mini-bar, and balcony, some with ocean view.
Rooms are in 13 hillside villas and feature tile floors, light brown
textured wicker furniture, phones, satellite TV, mini-bars, and coffemakers. Several elevators and a funicular make getting about
somewhat easy, given the hotel’s impossible topography. Three
restaurants, 3 bars - one featuring live Mexican trio performances,
a lovely private beach, two swimming pools with swim-up bars,
health club. Meeting and banquet facilities for 10-200. R’05
Reservations: 1-800-713-2228
AAA Rating: ◆◆
www.parkroyalhotels.com.mx
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 Acapulco Sol
 Parador Del Sol
10 hectares of green area located between the Pacific Ocean
and Coyuca Lagoon offering the “All-Incusive” concept. Ecological location ideal for rest and relaxation in the charming surroundings of Coyuca Lagoon where the best sundown in Acapulco may be enjoyed. Convention and banquet rooms for 100
to 1200 guests. Gym, two swimming pools, four tennis courts,
football field, basketball and volleyball plus a great variety of
aquatic sports. R’06
Tel: 52- 744 444-4050 Fax: 52- 744 444-4125
AAA Rating: ◆◆
www.paradordelsol.com.mx
 Ritz Acapulco
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All-Inclusive. 240-room ocean-front resort, the Ritz (formerly the
Qualton Club) is ideally located on the Costera offering an excellent palapa-shaded beach and accessibility to shopping, restaurants, and night life. 240 ocean view rooms are located in two
towers, one 11 stories with 104 rooms, most with private balcony; the other is 14 stories with 136 rooms, all with private balcony. Non smoking rooms available. The all-inclusive program
features all meals (buffet style), one a-la-carte restaurant (plus 2
others), unlimited drinks and domestic cocktails (3 bars), daily
activities for adults and children age 4-12, unlimited nonmotorized water sports, scuba lessons, disco. Pool and wading pool,
dance and aerobics room. R’98
Tel: 52-744-485 89 58 Fax. 52 744 486 7863
AAA Rating: ◆◆
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 Aca Bay
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Its 118 rooms all have bay view, air conditioning, TV, cablevision
and telephone. Safety deposit box, room service, doctor, pharmacy, hair salon, mini super and travel agency. Pool with area
for children and sun deck. Beach club.
Tel: 52 744 485-4739 Fax: 52 744 485 0774
 Acamar
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Located in the heart of Nautical Acapulco, built on Caleta Beach,
this hotel maintains its Traditional Acapulco charm which is
worldwide famous nowadays.
Tel. 52 744 4820570 Fax: 52 744 4822119
www.acamaracapulco.com
 Acapulco Malibu
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88 rooms with cable T.V., telephone, air conditioning, refrigerator
and some have kitchenettes: enjoy three lighted tennis courts
under management by a professional tennis team available for
private lessons for beginner and advanced players. Our swimming pool is surrounded by a beautiful tropical garden and is
one of the largest pools in Acapulco.
Tel: 52- 744 4855437 Fax: 52- 744 4855489
www.parkhotelacapulco.com
80 rooms with balconies, air conditioning, TV, telephone, swimming pool, Tabasco Beach Club. Within close distance of the
Acapulco Convention Centre.
Tel. 52 744 4841070 Fax: 52 744 4840994
www.acapulco_malibu.com
Air conditioning, T.V., fan, telephone, refrigerator (optional), Buffet Restaurant. Swimming Pool. Travel Agency, Tennis Court
(Club Britania). A short distance away from the Acapulco Convention Centre and one block away from the beach.
Tel: 52 744 4842700 Fax: 52 744 4840977
www.hotelacasol.com
 Acapulco Tortuga
A helpful staff and a prime location across from Condesa Beach
make this less expensive hotel a good choice. One of the few
off-the-beach hotels to have a lawn and garden around the
pool. Spectacular atrium lobby is draped with vines. The Tortuga,
an 8-story tower, offers 230 standard rooms and 22 junior suites
with patterned beige stucco walls, carpeting, pale floral fabrics,
Mexican art, wicker and simulated wood furnishings, cable TV,
mini-bar, and phones. Balconies face the ocean across the Costera. Pool, swim-up bar, lobby bar, and two restaurants. B’71/R’96
Tel: 52 744-484-8889 Fax: 52 744 4847385
AAA Rating: ◆
www.hoteltortuga.com
 Alba Suites Acapulco
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A family oriented hotel, located on a quiet hillside overlooking
the Bay in the middle of a peaceful residential area of Acapulco.
300 suites distributed in 7 low-rise buildings with quiet garden
setting. Private balcony with ocean or swimming pool view. Air
conditioning, kitchenette, cable TV. 5 pools and jacuzzi.
Tel, US: 1-866-805-4626 Can: 1-877-428-1327
www.suitesalba.com.mx
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 Arbela
Located in the heart of Acapulco Dorado. Its 48 rooms have air
conditioning, color T.V., telephone, radio/alarm clock, twin or
king size beds, pool with area for children, Sun deck. Its
restaurant/bar is open every day at 8:00 a.m; buffet (available
according to season), international and Mexican Cuisine.
Av. Costera Miguel Alemán No. 55, Fracc. Club Deportivo
Tel: 52 744 4842164 Fax: 52 744 4843031
www.acabtu.com.mx/arbela
 Avalon Excalibur Acapulco
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All-Inclusive. Formerly Plaza las Glorias Paraiso this hotel is
located on the Costera on Playa Hornos. The Avalon has one of
the few beaches shaded by abundant palm trees. 400 rooms
feature air conditioning, in-room safe, minibar, remote control,
local cable. Two swimming pools underwent a multimillion dollar renovation, producing not only a beautiful outdoor area, but
also an improved image for the resort. Three restaurants, live
entertainment every night, 2 bars, very pretty pool area, water
sports center. B’68/R’03
Reservations: 1-800-261-5014
Tel: 52 744 4855050 Fax: 52 744 4855440
www.avalonvacations.com
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 Bali-Hai
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Its 121 rooms have air conditioning, refrigerator, Cable T.V., telephone and fax. Laundry and dry cleaning services, as well as
safety deposit boxes. Two swimming pools, restaurant, bar, travel
agency, large parking area within the hotel, gardens.
Tel: 52 744 4856622 Fax: 52 744 4857972
www.balihai.com.mx
 Casa Inn
Next to the Hyatt Regency on the beach, and two blocks from
Acapulco Center, this 15-story highrise offers 328 rooms with
private balconies facing the Costera and a few with Ocean View:
18 of these rooms have kitchenettes. All have cable T.V., rustic
furniture and telephones. Open air swimming pool, 9 hole mini
golf course, gym, game room, coin operated laundrette, internet
service. One restaurant (Bellavista), beach club 1/2 block away.
Favored by Quebeçois tourists. Meeting and convention facilities. B’79/R’05
Tel: 52 744 435-2000 Fax: 52 744 435-2037
www.casainnacapulco.com.mx
 Club Bananas
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140 villas and rooms with satellite T.V., two restaurants (international and Italian), two bars, two swimming pools (one for children), transportation to Beach Club and Logoshop.
Tel: 52 744 4842280 Fax: 52 744 4847344
www.clubbananas.com.mx
 Club Del Sol
Its 400 suites have air conditioning, fully equipped kitchenette,
satellite T.V., 4 swimming pools, swimming area for children, air
conditioning, parking and shopping center.
Tel: 52 744 4856600 Fax: 52 744 4856595
www.hotelesclubdelsol.com.mx/acapulco.asp
 El Mirador
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Originally built in 1933 and one of the first Acapulco hotels of
international tourism quality, El Mirador is located north of town
at La Quebrada. The hotel’s steeply pitched levels, connected by
three funiculars offer Mexican charm in an isolated setting
(crowded only during cliff diving performances). Most of the 130
rooms offer expansive ocean views because of the cliff-side setting. Rooms (all refurbished in late 1994) are each unique in layout and feature Mexican tile floors, Mexican ceramic lamps, blue
Mexican-style striped fabrics, tiled baths (some combination),
phones, satellite TV. All rooms have balconies. Most units have
refrigerators, 28 are one-bedroom suites. Three pools (2 saltwater), 2 bars, restaurant. B’33/R’02
Reservations: 1-866-573-7197
AAA Rating: ◆◆
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 El Tropicano
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A block away from the Hyatt Regency and across the street from
the beach on the Costera, El Tropicano is a good value property
housed in a 3-story 1950’s motel-style building. Rooms face the
garden pool areas. There are 140 carpeted rooms with white tile
floors, air conditioning, cable TV, phone, and private balcony. Two
pools, restaurant, three bars. R’04
Tel: 52- 744 484-1332 Fax: 52- 744-484-1308
www.eltropicano.com.mx
 Fiesta Inn Acapulco
Located in the heart of the Costera and occupying a wing of
what was formerly the Hotel Presidente, the Fiesta Inn is Acapulco’s newest hotel. It debuted in 2001, and brings Fiesta Inn’s
casual functionality and affordability to Acapulco’s most popular
resort area. The free-form pool is on a terrace overlooking Acapulco Bay and the sandy beach below. There is one restaurant
(Café La Fiesta), ocean view work-out lodging: facility, meeting
rooms for up to 400 guests, a very complete business center,
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and Fiesta Kids club. There are 220 rooms (including four junior
suites) housed in a 15-story beachfront high rise. Interiors have
tile floor, modern décor, combination shower/tub bath with hair
dryer. All rooms have balcony and either full or partial ocean
view. B‘02
Tel: 52- 744 435-0500 Fax: 52- 744 435-0509
Reservations: 1-800 FIESTA 1
AAA Rating: ◆◆◆
www.fiestainn.com
 Flamingos Acapulco
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Welcome to our family where our home is your home (“mi casa
es tu casa”). Enjoy staying at one of our rooms in the tropical
atmosphere admiring wonderful sunsets from your terrace. Our
bar is the creator of the worldwide famous “Coco Loco,” as well
as of a wide variety of exotic drinks. Our cuisine is highly recommended by both locals and visitors and our personalized service, the tranquility of its gardens and the immensity of the
ocean are only some of our attractions. Home to “John Wayne y
Johnny Weissmuller.”
Tel: 52- 744 4820690 Fax: 52- 744 4839806
www.hotelflamingos.com
 Hotel Caleta
Located in Traditional Acapulco just across from the aquarium of
Isla Roqueta, its 255 ocean view rooms all have air conditioning,
ceiling fans, T.V. and telephone. Fresh and salt water swimming
pools. Towel service and board games from 9a.m. to 6p.m. Miramar Snack Bar, exclusive beach, squash court, diving school and
water activities at an extra charge.
Tel: 52- 744 483-9234 Fax: 52- 744 483-2121
www.hotelesposeidon.com.mx
 Hacienda Maria Eugenia
Its 61 rooms and 41 suites are decorated in Mexican Colonial
Style each with two double beds, bathroom, air conditioning,
telephone, color T.V., minibar, kitchen, swimming pool, restaurant.
Tel: 52- 744 435-0660 Fax: 52- 744 435-0669
www.haciendamariaeugenia.com.mx
 Hacienda Vayma
This is truly a paradise between Coyuca Lagoon and the Pacific
Ocean: located at merely a 15 minute drive from Acapulco, return
to nature at the famous Vayma Hacienda. Its mediterranean style
and tropical atmosphere offers sand, sun, palm trees and pelicans
where 21 suites with fan or air conditioning can be the perfect
holiday location for an enjoyable vacation. Its rooms offer the
choice of king size beds and suites sleeping 2, 3 or 5 guests.
Tel: 52- 744 460-2882 Fax: 52- 744 460-5260
www.vayma.com.mx
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 Panoramic
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200 rooms with two double beds, color satellite T.V., safety
deposit box, air conditioning, telephone, minibar and balcony.
The hotel offers two tennis courts, kids pool, two restaurants,
football field, recreational activities, swimming pool, bar, tobacco
shop, babysitter service and laundry.
Tel: 52- 744 4840724 Fax: 52- 744 481-0132
www.hotelesposeidon.com.mx
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 Hotel La Marina
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45 Junior Suites y Suites, Private Terrace, A/C in each room, cable
T.V. and remote control, digital telephone, mini fridge, hair dryer,
iron and ironing board, electric coffee maker and room service.
Swimming Pool and children pool. Towel service, Tulipanes Restaurant, El Pilon Bar and Conference Room for up to 700 people.
Tel: 52- 744 482-9413 Fax: 52- 744 480-0732
www.lamarinahotel.com.mx
 Las Hamacas
Formerly the Acapulco Plaza Suites, these twin 18-story beach
front towers (Catalina and Diana) house 506 fully furnished
suites, Located on El Morro Beach. Suites offer private balcony
with ocean view, marble floors, combination bath, rooms with
two queen beds on upper level and sitting area with sofa bed,
sink, mini refrigerator, and balcony on lower level. Air conditioning with independent control. Two restaurants, two bars, freeform pool with swim-up bar, wading pool, and complete water
sports rental on the beach. R’06
Tel: 52- 744 4858050 Fax: 52- 744 4858731
www.playasuites.com.mx
One of the original Acapulco hotels, Las Hamacas is located
across from the beach, and not far from downtown Acapulco.
Las Hamacas is housed in three low-rise buildings facing a small
pool plus wading pool, set in a courtyard with landscaped
grounds. 160 standard, 1- and 2-bedroom and 15 junior-suite
units feature carpet or tile floors, Mexican 50’s decor, simulated
wood furnishings, phones, TV, mini-bar. Suites have ocean views.
Restaurant, bar, meeting facilities. B’63/R’00
Tel: 52 744-482-7006 Fax: 52- 744 483-0575
AAA Rating: ◆
www.hamacas.com.mx
 Romano Palace
 Maralisa Beach
 Torres Gemelas
Located on the beach between the Crowne Plaza and the Ritz,
opened in 1965 and remodeled in 1988, the white, four- story
Maralisa features 90 rooms. Each has marble floors, floral fabrics,
white furniture, marble combination baths; each room with a
balcony or patio, color TV, and phone. Five one-bedroom suites
are also available. The sun deck is unusual and picturesque with
its two pools, palm trees, and ceramic tile. Private beach club,
water sports, terrace restaurant, and bar.
Tel: 52- 744 4856677 Fax: 52- 744 485-7363
Email: maralisa@acabtu.com.mx
 Maris
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 Best Western Playa Suites
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279 Roman style rooms offer private balconies and all enjoy
ocean view, air conditioning, color T.V., telephone, swimming
pool, kids pool, sun deck, bar at swimming pool, lobby bar with
live music, convention and meeting rooms for up to 200 people,
beach club for hotel guests with free snorkel, fins, boogie board,
floating equipment, kids games (mechanical and electronic) as
well as board games, golf courses and tennis courts only 10
minutes away from the hotel.
Tel: 52- 744 4847730 Fax: 52- 744 4847995
www.romanopalace.com.mx
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Rooms with ocean view, color T.V., telephone, air conditioning,
bathroom, kitchenette, mini fridge and two double beds for up to
4 people. Restaurant, gym, cybercafe and convention faciclities.
Tel: 52- 744 4350300 Fax: 52- 744 4340301
www.lastorresgemelas.com
86 rooms with private terrace, ocean view, cable T.V., telephone,
restaurant and bar.
Tel: 52- 744 4858440 Fax: 52- 744 4853934
http://travelbymexico.com/guer/acapulcodiana
 Ocean Colors La Palapa
All-Inclusive. This 30-story highrise on the beach features 200
one-bedroom suites with private terraces. Each room sleeps 4 or
more, and the hotel attracts long stay visitors. Guest rooms have
tile and carpeting, simulated wood, orange and floral fabrics,
phones, bar (you supply the booze), marble shower-only baths,
furnished ocean-view balconies. The weight room features massage and a juice bar. Ocean-view pool, two restaurants, bar,
water sports, conference rooms. B’76/R’03
Tel: 1-888-790-5264
Fax: 52- 744-484-8399
AAA Rating: ◆◆
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