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Acapulco - Mayan Palace

A November 2003 trip to Acapulco by kozuh

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Quote: The Mayan Palace is a 5-star resort and is listed as being 20 minutes away from downtown Acapulco/Acapulco Bay; however, due to traffic, it takes about 40 minutes. The grounds and units are spotless, the staff are well groomed and polite, and there is excellent security.
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Acapulco - Mayan Palace Best of IgoUgo

Overview

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Taxco (Silver City) excursion is a 14-hour day with the drive there and back taking about 8 hours; however, the scenery is breathtaking and our driver Reuben was an interesting and humorous individual. The first two hours are devoted to stops in a three silver shops. They really pushed shopping, which was a bit much for my husband and I. The next two hours included a wonderful lunch at a very nice restaurant overlooking the city; a walk and tour of Santa Prisca Church (absolutely beautiful) and then a short authentic taxi trip (Volkswagen Beetle) to the bottom of the city to head back to Acapulco. They did not let you explore the City yourselves and you only spent 10 minutes in the city square, which ...Read More

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Hotel | "Mayan Palace Resort"

Mayan Palace Acapulco #1 Photo - Mayan Palace, Acapulco, Mexico
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One-bedroom unit with 2 one-person sofa beds. King-size bed in bedroom. Separate shower and toilet area from sink and mirror. Also a separate grooming area in bedroom. Lots of closet and dresser space. Partial kitchen with mini-fridge, pots, pans, utensils, etc. Maid service was twice daily. Spotless and roomy. Only a 1-foot wide balcony with no chairs. In-room safe for no charge. Hairdryer. No ironing board or washer/dryer in unit. Laundry facilities on premises.

Member Rating 5 out of 5 on December 1, 2003

Mayan Palace
Avenida Costera de las Palmas
Acapulco, Mexico
52 744 4696000

Mayan Palace Best of IgoUgo

Hotel | "Mayan Palace Acapulco"

Mayan Palace Acapulco #2 Photo - Mayan Palace, Acapulco, Mexico
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Best Things Nearby:Downtown Acapulco - 20 minutes (takes 40 minutes to drive). Chapel of Peace & Holly Cross Fort San Diego La Quebrada - The Cliff Divers Cathedral and Main Square Cici - Aquatic Park Papagayo Park The Zoo Magic World Marine AquariumBest Things About the Resort:The resort is beautiful, self-contained, spotless, safe, and right on the beach. You can totally relax and be waited on hand and foot or take various tours with pick-up right at the hotel -- the choice is yours.Resort Experience:The pool is huge as the website boasts. There is a gym (small) and spa. Excellen...Read More

Member Rating 4 out of 5 on December 1, 2003

Mayan Palace
Avenida Costera de las Palmas
Acapulco, Mexico
52 744 4696000

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Restaurant | "Betos"

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This place was recommended by our guide for the City Tour. It’s an outside restaurant located on Acapulco Bay beach (beside the bungee jump); therefore, there’s no air-conditioning. The staff brought us our own oscillating floor fan, which was a nice touch. (The restaurant Paradise is right next door and was also recommended for seafood.) The red snapper was huge and the taste was wonderful on its own. The shrimp cocktail had about 20 fresh shrimp in it. Delicious. Other items included lobster, steak, and other types of fish. Beautiful low view of the bay and surrounding hills at night.

Member Rating 5 out of 5 on December 1, 2003

Beto Godoy
Carretera Barra Vieja Km 12
Acapulco, Mexico 39897
+52 74 69 5612

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Restaurant

Su Casa - Acapulco Bay Photo - Su Casa, Acapulco, Mexico
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This outdoor restaurant is located on a hill and the view at night was breathtaking. It is a home that operates the restaurant only six months out of the year. The staff was excellent and extremely friendly. The margaritas were delicious. Prices were very reasonable. We went there with two other couples we had met during our holiday on the eve before we flew out. Certainly a spot to save for a special evening out. You won't be disappointed.

Member Rating 5 out of 5 on December 1, 2003

Su Casa
Avenida Anahúac, 110
Acapulco, Mexico 39850
+52 744 484 4350

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Attraction | "Taxco (Silver City)"

Taxco, Mexico Photo - Taxco Main Drag, Acapulco, Mexico
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Taxco is a town of 140,000 (name means "ballgame"), which is 1754 meters above sea level, located 4 hours from Acapulco, northeast. Mexico City is approximately 2 hours from Taxco. Taxco was conquered in 1552 by the Spaniards who uncovered its mineral wealth. Much of its development occurred in the 19th century as a result of a Frenchman by the name of Jose de la Borda, who became a rich man after he discovered a silver mine. There are still approximately 14 to 16 working silver mines. Taxco is filled with numerous silver shops and the silver produced is 925 pure. There are numerous churches in Taxco; however, the most spectacular is the Parish of Santa Prisca, which was built by Jose...Read More

Member Rating 4 out of 5 on December 2, 2003

Taxco Main Drag
Main Drag
Acapulco, Mexico

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Fenwick, Ontario

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