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Holiday Inn Cancun Arenas: Traveler Reviews

3.0 of 5
Km 2.5 Blvd Kukulcan Manzana, Cancun 77500, Mexico
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fort wayne
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8 reviews 8 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
“much better than expected !”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 6, 2013

after reading the review i was a little concerned about staying at this Holiday Inn ! However, disregard many of them, because I think the negatives come from extremely picky people that are maybe used to a 5 star hotel. My wife and I stayed here and I stayed using my points and opting to pay extra for the all in-clusive. I did everything on-line and did not have any problems at all. Check in was perfect and check out was perfect. The food and drinks were all great ! We even watched a show in the evening with dinner. Everything kinda starts at 10:00 am. and goes til late in the evening. Again, we absolutely had no problems ! This is very convienent to walmart and the grociery store chadeau. Chadeua is a great super store and is cheap ! The downside to this grociery store as well as the hotel is that there are not may english speaking. The hotel is filled with many Europeans and / or spanish speaking. If you are not comfortable with this then you shouldn't go. You will definitely be the minority if you are from the U.S. as we were the only americans. The beach was descent, however it's in a cove so the waves are big and it is quiet. The swimming area isn't extremely large, but it has a trampoline and is supervised by a lifegaurd. This is an awesome place for the money ! It's the best deal we have had and it's our 7th. trip. Again, don't expect perfection, but it's beautiful, fun and safe. Yes, it is a long bus ride to down town ( about 20 minutes. ) about 10 minutes to walmart. It's convienent to Purotoa Juraez where u can take a ferry to isle majurus island. this is the cheapest ferry ride at about $ 6.00 US. one way. Not many americans here either if this is a concern. So if you stay here just enjoy the culture and the friendly people. try to brush up your spanish a little. it's definitely more for probably couples and families. not a party hotel

Room Tip: ocean view would be best or pool side.
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  • Stayed January 2013, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Stockholm
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56 reviews 56 reviews
55 hotel reviews
Reviews in 35 cities Reviews in 35 cities
59 helpful votes 59 helpful votes
“We weren't happy”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed December 19, 2012

As previous reviewers have stated, the hotel is in need of maintenance. It's decaying, like many other beach hotels in Cancun. Unfortunately, even the service was terrible. The maids decided to clean our room in spite of us placing the "no cleaning, please" hanger on the door. We weren't even given new towels after this against-our-will cleaning.

Also, the floor was soaking wet when we checked-in.

They give out bracelets that are extremely dangerous to wear, since they have really sharp edges. So to force the customers to wear them are just ridiculous.

Also, we had to kill off three spiders during our four-day stay. We think the staff should keep those kinds of animals away, not the customers.

Expensive breakfast which was barely worth half of its price.

  • Stayed December 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 2 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
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“Small yet... What you need :D”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 18, 2012

The fastest check-in ever in my life!!!! That was a plus....
Buffet is alright... can't complain :) Activities are fun.....
The only thing... they gotta work on!!! windows, borders, doors, screws ect ect. some of them are rotten and oxidize because of the beach breezzz....

Room Tip: beach view!!! even pool ;) .. street view :(
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  • Stayed December 2012, traveled with family
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
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Cleveland, Ohio
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Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Very satisfied”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 11, 2012

I was very pleased with my stay at this hotel. It was all inclusive and the meals were good. They weren't great, but not having to go out and find places to eat was definitely a benefit. It was right on the bus line and that made travel easy. The room was very clean with stark white floors. The view of the beach from my room was excellent. The staff try to make you feel as though you are at a large active resort even though you are not. It was a cute experience.

Room Tip: Make sure to ask for a room that views the beach.
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  • Stayed November 2011, traveled with friends
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
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Park Ridge, Illinois
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
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“Will never ever stay here again.... EVER!!!”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed September 7, 2012

Checked in for only one night on September 5th - super slow and inept check-in. Wrong room, could not get credit card machine to 'work" had to scrounge together a nights stay in pesos and usd. But they still managed to double charge us, once in cash and on our credit card. So now we are in the process of disputing the additional charges.Thank god i had the foresight to go back and request a reciept for the cash we paid.

Booked as all inclusive. It was a joke - no room service menu- the selection was- hamburger,hotdog, salad,quesdellia(cheese only),fruit and nachos!!!!! Really..see photo of menu. Food was nasty and to top it off the waiter forgot to tell the cook to prepare our frozen hamburgers.

Room was DISGUSTING! stunk like mold and dirty(see photos). TV was terrible, old broken and small (decent selection of channels) and no remote control. Furniture and walls were dirty and beat up. The bathroom was the worst we have ever seen in a Holiday Inn. PLEASE SEE PHOTOS!!!

Additionally; this was also the loudest room we have had the displeasure to stay in. Doors slamming, people talking, kids screamimg, running and the bar music banged through the sliding doors till the early a.m. ( Note : This was NOT during spring break or high season)

We were just grateful that we only had to stay one night. As Platnium Elite members we stay with IHG brands all the time and this is the worst experience we have ever had with one of thier brand hotels.

  • Stayed September 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 1 of 5 stars Location
    • 1 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 1 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 1 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
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IHGCare, Guest Relations Manager at Holiday Inn Cancun Arenas, responded to this review
September 21, 2012
Dear khodgdon,

Thank you for being a Priority Club Platinum Elite Member and for posting a review of our property. Please accept my sincerest apologies for the inconvenience your room accommodation and the unacceptable service you received caused you. I would like to address this with you further. I have sent you a private message to obtain more information about your stay. I look forward to hearing from you and being of further assistance.

Sincerely,

Karen C
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IHGCare
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Address: Km 2.5 Blvd Kukulcan Manzana, Cancun 77500, Mexico
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Region: Mexico > Yucatan Peninsula > Quintana Roo > Cancun
Amenities:
Beach Business Center Fitness Center Free Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#62 On the Beach Hotels in Cancun
Price Range: $
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
**** ALL INCLUSIVE OPTION ALSO AVAILABLE**** KIDS FREE UNDER 12 Beautiful BEACH FRONT Hotel, Mediterranean style, perfect for couples and families. Located in front of the calm Cancun beaches. Holiday Inn Cancun Arenas with the best location in the Hotel Zone with a warm environment, surrounded by beautiful gardens, with a walk way that brings you a gorgeous view, that goes from Cancun downtown to the heart of the Hotel Zone, where night clubs, shopping mall and restaurants are located. The Hotel offers All Inclusive Plan and European Plan, beautiful and comfortable rooms with ocean or lagoon view, quality service and four star facilities. Your all inclusive package includes: - Comfortable rooms with Internet access, hairdryer, safe deposit box, iron & ironing board, TV cable, voice mail system, alarm clock and coffee maker. - All meals at the International buffet Restaurant. - Snacks next to the pool - Italian Specialties a La Carte for dining option & The Ocean Grill Tequila a'La Carte' (Reservation required) - Domestic Drinks at the Lobby bar, Pool Bar and the Theater Bar. - Room service (limited menu and hours) - daily activity program and night entertainment. - kids Club - Gym. ... more   less 
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