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Hotel & Beach Club Garrafon De Castilla: Traveler Reviews


Carretera Punta Sur, KM 6, Cancun 77400, Mexico
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Hotel & Beach Club Garrafon De Castilla

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5 of 5 stars
kgoldfien   11 contributions
Wilmington, Delaware
Sep 27, 2008 | Trip type: Family
1/1 found this review helpful

Didn't stay at the hotel here, but used the beach facilities because we planned on going snorkling (and the snorkeling here, by the way, is INCREDIBLE!). While we were hanging out, I started chatting with the guy who ran the snorkel rental place (Reynaldo). He offered to take me and my dad scuba diving for only $25 each! Well, if that's not the offer of the century- we both jumped at the chance! My dad is a rescue diver, so he didn't need much help- but I've only been once before, and it wasn't in the open ocean. Reynoldo was great- he took very good care of me and was very patient. He held my hand whenever big scary fish came by (I am terrified of barracuda, and they seem to love me). I loved it- I am going to get certified now too so I can go with my dad. Definitely try to see if Reynaldo is around- he's fabulous! Even if you just want a beach to hang out, this place is great- and much, much cheaper than Garrafon next door (and you get to snorkel in the same place). Watch out for those barracuda though!

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay September 2008
  • Visit was for Quality time with family
  • Traveled with Family (extended)
  • Age group 25-34
  • Member since November 13, 2005
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Beach / Sun
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smallish, incredible location, nice people

Hotel & Beach Club Garrafon De Castilla

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4 of 5 stars
Writerone   15 contributions
Holladay, Utah
Jan 19, 2008 | Trip type: Couples
1/1 found this review helpful

Maybe the best location on the entire island. Incredible clear water with abundant fish for snorkeling. The smart traveler will snorkel here for $4 US instead of the more pricey Garrafon Park next door. The rooms are clean but a little worn and many need new air conditioning units. Juarez is the kindly gentleman who mans the front desk most hours. They serve a nice breakfast on the beach and it's included with the room. Small terraces/balconies offer and extraordinary view of paradise. The people here are very kind. Lots of iguanas on the property- they eat produce...try to get them to eat from your hand. We paid $75US for a room with two small beds in january '08. I'll stay here again- even though, or maybe because, it's on the opposite side of the island from the downtown area.

  • Liked — location, view
  • Disliked — old airconditioning
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay January 2008
  • Visit was for Quality time with family
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 50-64
  • Member since March 07, 2005
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for People with disabilities
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Beach / Sun, Outdoor / Adventure
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Reservation - no such thing

Hotel & Beach Club Garrafon De Castilla

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1 of 5 stars
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simi valley, ca
Feb 10, 2004
5/9 found this review helpful

We had a reservation - obviously there is no such thing at this hotel.
12 people showed up and they bump us out of our room - had to show my cancelled check to get my money back - luckily I brought it with me. I got my money back two days later - But don't expect a room if you have a reservation.

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Carretera Punta Sur, KM 6, Cancun 77400, Mexico