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Recently Reviewed Hotels in Central Mexico and Gulf Coast
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Barcelo Palma Real
#19 of 80 hotels in San Jose
99 Reviews
Last reviewed May 27, 2012
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Hostel Pangea
#20 of 36 specialty lodging in San Jose
123 Reviews
Last reviewed May 26, 2012
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Barcelo San Jose Palacio
#20 of 80 hotels in San Jose
209 Reviews
Last reviewed May 26, 2012
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Holiday Inn San Jose Downtown Aurola
#28 of 80 hotels in San Jose
188 Reviews
Last reviewed May 23, 2012
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Mansion del Parque Bolivar Hotel
#3 of 80 hotels in San Jose
62 Reviews
Last reviewed May 23, 2012
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Pension de la Cuesta B&B
#26 of 49 B&Bs / inns in San Jose
30 Reviews
Last reviewed May 21, 2012
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Posada Del Museo
#35 of 80 hotels in San Jose
28 Reviews
Last reviewed May 18, 2012
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Hotel Puebla Plaza
#48 of 70 hotels in Puebla, Puebla
22 Reviews
Last reviewed May 9, 2012
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Taylor Inn B & B
#20 of 49 B&Bs / inns in San Jose
22 Reviews
Last reviewed Apr 28, 2012
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Hotel Rincon de San Jose
#49 of 80 hotels in San Jose
48 Reviews
Last reviewed Apr 21, 2012
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Tranquilo Backpackers
#22 of 36 specialty lodging in San Jose
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Last reviewed Apr 21, 2012
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Hotel Europa
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81 Reviews
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Galileo Hostel
#8 of 36 specialty lodging in San Jose
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Hotel Don Bruno
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12 Reviews
Last reviewed Mar 4, 2012
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Church of San Diego (Iglesia de San Diego), Guanajuato
#171 of 756 attractions in Central Mexico and Gulf Coast
7 reviews
Attraction type Religious Sites
Distance 1375.8 miles from city center
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- "A CLASSIC" Apr 2, 2011
- "hermoso templo" Mar 26, 2012
- "San Diego" Mar 13, 2012
Museo Regional, Queretaro
#172 of 756 attractions in Central Mexico and Gulf Coast
12 reviews
Attraction type Museums
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- "Another Must See" May 25, 2012
- "Very informative" Feb 23, 2012
- "Lovely building and displays" Dec 6, 2011
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#173 of 756 attractions in Central Mexico and Gulf Coast
5 reviews
At over 6,000 feet above sea level, this is one of the highest lakes in the world.
Attraction type Bodies of Water; Islands
Distance 1349.6 miles from city center
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- "Casa de Tierra Tours" Apr 16, 2012
- "Lake Patzcuaro is magical!" Apr 9, 2012
- "A Terrific Guide for this Trip!!" Feb 19, 2012
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#174 of 756 attractions in Central Mexico and Gulf Coast
7 reviews
A small village known for its production of quality rugs.
Attraction type Historic Sites
Distance 969.3 miles from city center
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- "Impressive representation of the Zapotec..." Mar 24, 2012
- "A true experience of the people." Mar 1, 2012
- "I am sitting on my lovely rug as I write this..." Sep 13, 2011
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Virgin of Guadalupe, Mexico City
#175 of 756 attractions in Central Mexico and Gulf Coast
15 reviews
Attraction type Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance 2330.9 miles from city center
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- "Good to see as part of another tour. A must if..." May 17, 2012
- "To the spouse of a believer, not worth the detour." Apr 25, 2012
- "Unique" Apr 18, 2012
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Estadio Victoria, Aguascalientes
#176 of 756 attractions in Central Mexico and Gulf Coast
8 reviews
Attraction type Sports Complexes
Distance 1462.8 miles from city center
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- "ciudad magica" May 14, 2012
- "bonito estadio lastima de quipo" May 6, 2012
- "bonito estadio" May 5, 2012
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Museo de Cuauhnahuac, Cuernavaca
#177 of 756 attractions in Central Mexico and Gulf Coast
4 reviews
This museum has exhibits on pre-Columbian indigenous cultures and the Spanish conquests.
Attraction type History Museums
Distance 1216.6 miles from city center
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- "same thing as palacio de cortes" Apr 30, 2012
- "muy interesante, cultural y armonico." Feb 1, 2012
- "Si visitaste Cuernavaca y no conociste este..." Jan 23, 2012
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Historic Center (Centro Historico), Mexico City
#178 of 756 attractions in Central Mexico and Gulf Coast
19 reviews
The designated location of many of Mexico's older colonial structures.
Attraction type Historic Walking Areas; Neighborhoods; Historic Sites
Distance 1201.5 miles from city center
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- "Masses of Humanity" Apr 5, 2012
- "A day of walking!" Jan 3, 2012
- "THE Mexico City" Dec 28, 2011
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#179 of 756 attractions in Central Mexico and Gulf Coast
15 reviews
This 16th-century church was built by a group of indigenous craftsmen and is considered one of the oldest churches in the Americas.
Attraction type Religious Sites
Distance 1188.9 miles from city center
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- "A must see" Apr 30, 2012
- "History & Religion Combined in This Cathedral" Mar 31, 2012
- "Nice combination of colonial arquitecture and..." Mar 24, 2012
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Tepozteco Pyramid, Tepoztlan
#180 of 756 attractions in Central Mexico and Gulf Coast
16 reviews
Attraction type Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance 1169.7 miles from city center
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- "Terpozteco temple" Apr 4, 2012
- "Whew!" Mar 30, 2012
- "good for those liking treeking" Mar 24, 2012
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#181 of 756 attractions in Central Mexico and Gulf Coast
3 reviews
An ancient tomb found at this archaeological site has yielded a wide range of new information about Mayan society.
Attraction type Ancient Ruins
Distance 841.0 miles from city center
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- "Experiencia Maya" May 3, 2012
- "Belleza Maya" Feb 2, 2012
- "Comalcaco die Ziegelpyramide" Jun 18, 2011
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Moxviquil, San Cristobal de las Casas
#182 of 756 attractions in Central Mexico and Gulf Coast
4 reviews
These Indian ruins, located near the village of Pozeula, are built into the side of a hill.
Attraction type Ancient Ruins
Distance 743.2 miles from city center
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- "Peaceful, out of the city" Apr 24, 2012
- "Orchids" Apr 18, 2012
- "A natural oaisis in an urban environment" Jan 3, 2012
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Malecon, Veracruz
#183 of 756 attractions in Central Mexico and Gulf Coast
43 reviews
A beautiful street bordered on one side by the harbor.
Attraction type Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance 1029.5 miles from city center
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- "Good place to walk" Apr 21, 2012
- "Exciting" Apr 19, 2012
- "Faro Venustiano Carranza" Mar 4, 2012
Museo de Historia de Tabasco (Casa de los Azulejos), Villahermosa
#184 of 756 attractions in Central Mexico and Gulf Coast
12 reviews
Attraction type Specialty Museums
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- "Nice building...displays lacking" Feb 4, 2012
- "visitenlo" Apr 12, 2012
- "Para los que les gusta la historia del lugar que..." Apr 10, 2012
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Museo Historico Naval, Veracruz
#185 of 756 attractions in Central Mexico and Gulf Coast
13 reviews
This museum documents the history of Mexico's navy.
Attraction type Military Museums
Distance 1089.1 miles from city center
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- "Interesting" Mar 4, 2012
- "A pleasant two hour walk through history" Feb 18, 2012
- "All you might want to learn about the sea and..." Dec 10, 2010
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Six Flags Mexico, Mexico City
#186 of 756 attractions in Central Mexico and Gulf Coast
82 reviews
This recently opened Six Flags is the first in Latin America.
Attraction type Amusement/ Theme Parks
Distance 1200.6 miles from city center
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- "Average theme park." May 13, 2012
- "Great for small children!!!" Mar 12, 2012
- "Good fun, but not sure about safety" Feb 25, 2012
Mayan Ruins of Bonampak, Chiapas
#187 of 756 attractions in Central Mexico and Gulf Coast
13 reviews
Attraction type Ancient Ruins
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- "Ancient Maya ruins. small-sized site. difficult..." May 9, 2012
- "amazing archaeological site" Apr 28, 2012
- "Bonampak is quiet and the murals beautiful." Mar 26, 2012
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Floating Gardens of Xochimilco, Mexico City
#188 of 756 attractions in Central Mexico and Gulf Coast
80 reviews
More than 50 miles of canals make Xochimilco, a southern suburb of Mexico City, an extremely popular tourist destination.
Attraction type Gardens
Distance 1194.0 miles from city center
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- "Sunday afternoon treat" May 17, 2012
- "BEAUTIFUL AND TYPICAL" Apr 28, 2012
- "Worth a visit" Mar 30, 2012
House of Tiles (Casa de los Azulejos), Mexico City
#189 of 756 attractions in Central Mexico and Gulf Coast
25 reviews
An old mansion whose exterior is covered in blue and white tiles. Interesting courtyard with 20th century murals. Now a branch of the Sanborn's cafe/restaurant chain. Location... more »
Attraction type Architectural Buildings; Historic Sites
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- "PIECE OF ART" Apr 28, 2012
- "Never seen tile art before !!" Apr 28, 2012
- "Beautiful but poor service." Apr 5, 2012
Museo Luis Mario Schneider, Malinalco
#190 of 756 attractions in Central Mexico and Gulf Coast
4 reviews
Attraction type Museums
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- "Very Informative" Feb 22, 2012
- "Wonderful museum - unexpected in such a small..." Sep 29, 2011
- "muy representativo" Apr 6, 2012
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