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Pok-Ta-Pok Avenue, Cancun 77500, Mexico
Best fare found from Detroit to Cancun: $316

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4 of 5 stars
gnach   3 contributions
So Cal
Aug 24, 2009 | Trip type: Couples
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Our stay at the Coral Mar was about perfect for us. I had read the reviews here before going and was concerned, but we had no issues. Problems can happen anywhere. It felt more like staying in a friend's condo than a hotel. There is no way I'd have enjoyed a crowded high rise. But then, I'm an old fart.

The staff was friendly and courteous. They always answered our questions (the night desk didn't speak English) and were attentive to our requests. The units are nicely appointed, the beds were comfy and still firm, not sagged out. The property was made over after hurricane Wilma in 2005 and is still fresh. They have small kitchens and there are two mini marts on the street but one of the on-site travel agency gals told how to get the large super market that the Mexicans shop at. They also gave us a map locating Sam's Club, Costco, Walmart, Burger King, McDonalds, Dominoes, etc downtown.

The units all overlook the pool and the lagoon and the Strip beyond. Each has a small patio with the prevailing breeze (or squall) blowing in. The pool is on the small side, set up for volleyball and soaking, not for laps. The shallow kids end has a little slide in the middle but was the right depth for soaking without effort.

The small palapa restaurant has a varied menu of Mexican dishes, fish, shrimp and hamburgers too. Pricing was fair and better than in town. Beers were cold. Twofer well drinks happy hour daily. The waiters are fun and wanted to please.

We did the snorkeling, Mayan ruins and "eco" theme park tours. The agency sets them up for specific days for scheduling and we always had 12 people on board. The van picked us up at the front door. The driver was a kick and very helpful. They set us up with a great guide for the Chichen Itsa tour. Very worthwhile. They offer many other packaged activities.

We went with our two, early 20s, sons who travel on their own and can now hang with the folks. A while. Their sentiments echo reviews of other young singles. Being at the end of the road, it was a little far from the main drag and the nightlife. Did it stop them? No. They would have liked a hotel on the strip for more action and the club scene. They did complain about the clubs being pricey and the drinks watery. And the wet t-shirt contest was ho hum. The deejay really worked hard. I guess every week can't be Spring Break.

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay August 2009
  • Visit was for Leisure
  • Traveled with With Spouse/Partner
  • Member since April 20, 2009
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
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i will never stay in this hotel again

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1 of 5 stars
gdelar   1 contribution
huntington beach ca
Aug 17, 2009 | Trip type: Family

i dint like this hotel we stayed for one week but its far from the ocean you have to walk 2 miles to get to the main street and take the local bus to get to the beach it was 90 degres outside a the hotel di not have electricity for 2 days so we dint have water and no a/c it was an aventure all the people were sleeping at the swiming poll because it was so hot at night so i will never stay in this hotel

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 1 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay August 2009
  • Visit was for Leisure
  • Traveled with Family with Teenagers
  • Member since August 17, 2009
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? No
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Nice Place, friendly folks

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4 of 5 stars
Fauxqui   31 contributions
Elkins Park, Pennsylvania
Jun 16, 2009 | Trip type: Couples
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This small hotel is just a bit out of the way (about a mile from the main road) but taxis are always parked outside.
Our one bedroom unit had a great view of the lagoon and was well maintained. Staff is friendly and helpful. The coffee pot was immediately replaced when we requested a new one.
The little restaurant is very nice (try the Coral Mar special cocktail).
We had attended a wedding at Dreams cancun the week before and this was just the place to unwind and relax.
There are no laundry facilities bur there are a couple of launderias up the road where they do a great job very inexpensively.

  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
  • Date of stay May 2009
  • Visit was for Leisure
  • Traveled with With Spouse/Partner
  • Age group 65plus
  • Member since September 22, 2008
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
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Relaxing stay

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4 of 5 stars
ElCel   4 contributions
New Jersey
May 16, 2009
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Traded in a timeshare for a week here. Very pleasant smaller hotel - if you want beach and nightlife this isn't the place as it is about 2-3 miles from the Cancun strip via road (though only 1/2 mile across the lagoon). Decent restaurant, friendly staff. Taxi's to downtown or the local beaches were never more than $8 USD and tours picked us up from the hotel.

Rooms were very comfortable and reasonably equipped. Only loud noise came from one of the Cancun strip nightclubs coming from over the lagoon and didn't last for more than an hour.

  • Liked — Very friendly staff, relaxed attitudes
  • Disliked — Distance from the strip
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
    • 3 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay April 2009
  • Visit was for Quality time with family
  • Age group 35-49
  • Member since May 15, 2009
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for People with disabilities, Older travelers, Pet owners, Families with young children
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Great pool scene, Families with teenagers
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Beach / Sun, Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Outdoor / Adventure
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Rest & Relaxation

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4 of 5 stars
rozhah   2 contributions
chicago, il
Jan 30, 2009 | Trip type: Couples
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We stayed at Coral Mar from 1/24-31/09. It is a little off the beaten path, which makes it nice. You're not in the heart of the hotel zone always being pushed to buy something from the aggressive locals.

It's a quaint place. It reminds me of a more residential experience than a hotel. There are no elevators, so request a lower floor if you don't want to climb the steps.

There is intermittent wireless Internet access for free. You can usually get a signal by the restaurant/pool area.

We didn't rent a car. We walked to the main road, about 1 mi from the hotel and took the bus downtown and to the hotel zone. It costs 6.50 peso (50 cents US). There is usually a taxi waiting at the front of the hotel as well. I think it costs about $10 to go to hotel zone. The front desk has a map with the rates. Make sure you negotiate the price before you get in the taxi. Bring good walking shoes even if you are renting a car.

The restaurant onsite is good. The prices are reasonable.

The rooms do not have a safe, there is no fitness center onsite or a hotub/jacuzzi (only pool). The kitchen is fully equipped; however, this is no oven.

Overall, our stay was great and I would stay here again.

  • Liked — It's really calm and laidback
  • Disliked — No hot tub/jacuzzi or workout room
  • My ratings for this hotel
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
    • 2 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
  • Date of stay January 2009
  • Visit was for Romantic getaway
  • Traveled with Spouse / significant other
  • Age group 25-34
  • Member since November 02, 2006
  • Would you recommend this hotel to a friend? Yes
  • I recommend this hotel for A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Families with young children, Tourists
  • I do not recommend this hotel for Young singles, People with disabilities, Pet owners
  • I selected this hotel as a top choice for Beach / Sun
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Address: Pok-Ta-Pok Avenue, Cancun 77500, Mexico