We just returned from a seven day stay at the Vista del Mar. It was the second time I stayed there and will stay there again on all my future visits. This trip we stayed on the ocean side with a balcony overlooking Melgar. We were on the second floor and the noise from the street never bothered us. We enjoyed watching the cruise ships come and go as well watching people catching their dive boats on the Aqua Safari pier.

The staff was very helpful and would bring us our breakfast tray whenever we asked for it. We love the variety of places around that you can eat at. There is a small fridge where you can keep your left overs or drinks.

The rooms were very clean. We always had hot water at any time of day. This is definitely the best value on the island.

What can I say that I haven't already or other advisors have written? This was our 4 trip and we loved every minute of it! My gosh the price alone is absolutley awesome! It's clean, the staff is friendly and views are gorgeous! The room is large, if you're looking to be pampered then you'll need to find a resort.

The pictures you see are not what it looks like now for they have turned the pool area into shops. The people at the hotel were WONDERFUL & VERY helpful whenever we needed anything. It was nice and centrally located so we did not need a car except to go to the Scuba Shack to dive. If you stay on through Sunday, do not miss the music in the main square it is a short walk from the hotel. We will say again anytime.

CZ in San Antonio

We just got back from a stay at Vista del Mar after a week stay. We loved everything about it. First let me say: if you are looking for amenities, restaurants, pools, and entertainment, then you need to pay the all-inclusive price and stay somewhere else. But if you are looking for a nice, clean, and inexpensive place in the heart of town, Vista del Mar is it!

Pros: Our room was tastefully decorated, large, and very clean. It faced the ocean, which in San Miguel also means that it faces a pretty busy street. So, if you want more quiet, ask for a room that faces the courtyard instead. We loved the ocean view, sunsets, and people watching from our balcony. The room includes a breakfast of coffee, OJ, and Mexican rolls with butter and jam delivered to your room at a time of your choosing. The staff are supper friendly and go out of their way to make your stay comfortable. There is a fridge in the room which was very handy for keeping drinks and snacks cold (try Mexican yogurt, yum!). Hotel provides free bottled water. There is a small but nice pool. Most of the clientele here are adults, which was a bonus for us because we come to Cozumel to get away from the kids. Air-conditioning worked very well and the water pressure was very nice. Hotel is located steps away from dining and shopping. Checkout is at noon.

Cons: there was a musty smell in the room but we’ve found the same smell in other hotels on the ocean (what can you do, you’re in the tropics). There is no elevator in this hotel. Which was not a problem for us but could be for some – hotel has 4 stories. The check in is not until 3pm and there really are no rooms available early but the staff will check you in early and hold your bags (we rented a car at the airport so we went to the beach while waiting for our room).

Like anywhere else, if you are nice and friendly, people will be very friendly back. We love Cozumel and will return to Vista del Mar.