The Explorean Cozumel
Carretera a Chankanaab km 7.5 Zona Hotelera, San Miguel de Cozumel, Cozumel 77600 Mexico
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#1 of 12 hotels in San Miguel de Cozumel
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The Explorean by Fiesta Americana combines relaxation and adventure with a majestic charm that makes your visit to Mexico's largest island truly unique and utterly unforgettable. The hotel offers the same high levels of quality and service that guests have come to expect from Fiesta Americana hotels, but with a whole new adventurous style and unique flair that are exclusive to the Explorean brand. This unique hotel offers a one-of-a-kind Daily Expedition & Adventure Program. Each day offers something new and exciting to do, with guided expeditions and treks in the ocean, on the beach, around the town, and deep into the tropical jungle, letting guests learn about and explore the island while cycling, snorkeling, horseback riding, kayaking, hiking and driving dune-buggies, and it's all included in the room rate.
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
Bar / lounge
Bicycles available
Canoeing
Kids club
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Hot tub
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Outdoor pool
Heated pool
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Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Snack bar
Special diet menus
Poolside bar
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Highchairs available
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Business Center with Internet Access
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Carretera a Chankanaab km 7.5 Zona Hotelera, San Miguel de Cozumel, Cozumel 77600 Mexico
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The "Good/Great": The excursions every day were the best part of our stay. Julio, Armando, and Nestor were fantastic guides! I cant say enough about those guys. They made sure we enjoyed ourselves and were safe at all times. Fantastic! Our excursions were Snorkeling, Adventure park with Tequila tasting, and Cenote. All Great! We took advantage of all the onsite restaurants at Explorean and Fiesta Americano. Making reservations was very easy via an online app. Service was great. LOL K`AN was our favorite but is outdoors and the Mosquitos were terrible so we didn't eat there as much as we would have liked. The room was great. Clean, Well maintained. Daily coffee and Pastries delivered to the room at 7:00 are a nice touch. Bar was well staffed with a good selection of drinks. at Fiesta Americano the Pool swim up bar shares the main bar so the same comment applies. The bar at the Explorean was also nice and we were provided poolside service even though there was no swim up bar at that pool. Evening activities were a nice touch. Mayan Show, Disco night, and fire dancers were all great. Staff were all great. Friendly and helpful. The "OK": While the food was well prepared and presentation was good, I would have liked to have seen a few more options that fit the theme. For example, "Rosato" was described as an Italian restaurant but didn't have enough typical Italian dishes. One night, two of the restaurants were closed without any warning. There is only 1 bench in the room and it is not comfortable. Not a big deal but would have been nice to be comfortable when enjoying my morning coffee. There were many water sports activities advertised like free use of snorkel equipment and other water activities that we were told they do not do. I thought it was strange that our request to use (or even rent) a mask and snorkel to use at the ocean (which is right there) was met with so much confusion and an eventual "no worry we dont have those items"! This is a small resort. 1 buffet, 1 swim up bar. Be prepared for an experience that is different than the larger resorts. The "Bad" The Beach area was completely closed! There is a pool, restaurant, bar, dock, swim area that are all closed and blocked off! This was not disclosed to us when we booked. The resort pictures show people swimming in the pool at the water, relaxing trampoline nets over the water, etc. All of that is off limits and we were told has been closed for years due to a dispute with the local government. No water access at a Beach resort is just no good! There was a small area where you could get to the water but it was not what was pictured and was unclear if it was actually permitted! The main reason for my rating. There are many areas of the resort that are in disrepair. Walkways were dangerous with rebar sticking out of the ground. Tiles in the pools are missing and we saw several guests get cuts on on those broken tiles including one from our group. Several fountains around the property that are empty and have been for sometime based on their condition. There were several very aggressive attempts to get us to attend one of the "Vacation Club" "1 hour" presentations. We were pressured at check in and then two more times while trying to relax at the pool. We resisted but were told by other guests that we spoke to that it was more than an hour and was basically a timeshare high pressure sales pitch for a small discount on a local activity. Summary: We had a good time and would go again for the right price. This not a resort i would spend a lot of money to visit. The closed beach area is just sad and while we had a good time without it, we found ourselves wanting to use the beautiful ocean and had no reasonable access from the hotel. …
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Walter Cordova, Owner at The Explorean Cozumel
Responded 2 weeks ago
Hi bhennon: We appreciate your comments. We are sorry that your experience was not entirely to your liking. One of our most important goals is to provide the best service to all our guests. We will take notes about your stay, as for the beach club, our corporate office is working on it since they are administrative issues. We hope to have you back and to be able to change your perspective on us.
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Nestling snugly behind the Fiesta Americana is The Explorean Cozumel. Delightful thatched cottages with balconies overlooking the tree line; the figs are filled with hummingbirds and iguanas, the latter sunbathing lazily. Fresh coffee and orange juice are delivered to one's door each morning. You awake refreshed from a good night's sleep and sit enjoying the forest whilst sipping a morning cup of joe. And then breakfast, which is delicious Mexican food. There are beers or cocktails aplenty as you rest on a lounger beside the emerald green jungle pool. Perhaps you want a swim? I swam countless lengths in the cooling water, feeling one with nature as I passed beneath the shading canopy of tropical hardwoods. Lunch is always a treat here, dinner an experience. The staff are, to a person, incredibly warm and friendly. At night-time, the lights slung above a path through the forest is delightful. The neighbouring Fiesta Americana doesn't have a beach club at present. There is, however, access to a rocky shore, beneath whose surface are waters teeming with fish and other marine life. The shoreline snorkelling there is great. So is the pool, with a friendly bar where one can sit in the warm water whilst enjoying a pina colada or ice-cold cerveza. The entertainment there is fun, the Explorean's excursions fantastic. Needless to say, El Cielo was the highlight of the week on Cozumel. One last thing, a big shout out to our American fellow guests, whose warmth and friendliness made us feel as though we had known them all our lives. The Explorean was a week of sunshine and luxury. After which, onto the Riu Yucatan for the first time in a quarter of a century...…
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Date of stay: July 2022
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Response from Walter Cordova, Propietario at The Explorean Cozumel
Responded Sep 9, 2022
Dear Lawrence, we all want to thank you for such a lovely kind review, this is very important for all of us, also, it will help future travelers to choose their future vacation destination. Thank you too for mentioning every detail that made your vacation an unforgettable time. We are looking forward to your next visit. Warm regards.
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Once again, we had a fabulous time at the Explorean! My husband and I brought our 2 high school sons and friend this time. Plenty to keep all of us entertained. The food was delicious, property beautiful, and ALL staff go out of their way to make you feel welcome and special. The snorkeling, both right off our property and on the excursions, is unmatched. All of the guides are very skilled at their job-Armando went above and beyond to make our trip a memorable experience. Luis and team (Claudia, Gabriel, Alfonso, Manuel…) at the Lol-Kan restaurant are fantastic with timely and top notch service-always with a smile. Our favorite barista was Edgar, remembering how much I love coconut ice cream! We always enjoy talking with the friendly Fiesta Americana restaurant hostess, Alejandra. So many staff we’d like to recognize and thank, but those are a few that stood out to us. It’s why we’ve been to this property 5 times (we travel about once a year) and will likely continue going back!…
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from Walter Cordova, Owner at The Explorean Cozumel
Responded Aug 11, 2023
Dear Amber C: Thank you for your comment. We really appreciate your comments and we are glad to know that our staff made a great job. It is good to know that you felt very happy with our services, our main goal is to always give the best service to all our guests. Hope to welcome you back for the next time with us!
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The staff are exceptional. Attention to detail and genuine hospitality are two traits that shine here. Luis and the rest of the bartenders/servers are the best we have ever had in the Caribbean. Daily excursions are a fun, safe way to experience the island. Julio, Luis, and Armondo are exceptional guides.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Responded Aug 16, 2023
Dear O6593Wdouglasc: Thank you for your comment. We really appreciate your comments and we are glad to know that our staff made a great job. It is good to know that you felt very happy with our services, our main goal is to always give the best service to all our guests. Hope to welcome you back for the next time with us! regards.
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We went with our family of 5, our 3 kids are 17-15-11. We really enjoyed the entire experience, daily excursions, chill afternoons by the pool, excellent dining and super attentive personnel, in every area of the hotel domain: reception special Manuel goes to Manuel, Leonardo was always attentive to our every day need, excellent service at the restaurant by Gisel, Claudia, Miguel; Alfonso a very creative barman, and the tour guides Gerardo and Julio.
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Date of stay: July 2023
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Responded Jul 13, 2023
Dear Diego S: Thank you for your comment. We really appreciate your comments and we are glad to know that our staff made a great job. It is good to know that you felt very happy with our services, our main goal is to always give the best service to all our guests. Hope to welcome you back for the next time with us! regards.
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The staff at the Explorean are SO wonderful! The restaurant also consistently served tasty and healthy meals. The pool is in a beautiful area surrounded by trees, however this made it less clean, so I preferred to use the Fiesta Americana pool. The best part was all of the activities that the hotel organizes for you - we truly got to see all that Cozumel has to offer! The location is good - near beautiful ocean swimming spots and a couple of good bars/restaurants. However, it is a bit far from downtown.
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Date of stay: July 2023
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Responded Jul 13, 2023
Dear arcollins41: Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are glad to know you had such a great experience in paradise, mostly that you found our place very comfortable, It is always very rewarding knowing that all our guests were very happy during their vacations. Hope to have you back very soon and thanks again for leaving your comments. Kind regards.
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The excursions and quiet atmosphere of The Explorean combined with the access to Fiesta Americanas’ amenities left us with plenty of options for food, fun, and relaxation. All of the service staff were exceptional. Brianda and Rubi were extremely kind and helpful at reception. Also at reception, I have forgotten his name, but he is a younger gentleman that is taller and slim. For the excursions; Julio was a very knowledgeable and an exceptional adventure guide, while Vega, Luis, and all the rest of the guides were great as well. The wait staff took care of all of our needs and were very eager to provide great service. Manuel, Gabriel, and Gissel gave great table service, and at the bar Alfonso mixed some of the best drinks we have had, and even introduced us to some of our new favorites. Small Recommendations.. Although the QR code menu has an English option, some of the menu items seemed a little lost in translation. It was at times somewhat difficult to understand exactly what to expect with some of the plates. The food was exceptional, just work on those English translations for the dishes. Move some pool chairs and recliners down to the beach front area. This area has been closed since COVID, and while we were able to get comfortable under the wooden cabanas, it would have been nice to have some lounge chairs provided. The resort has stated it doesn’t have the staff to man the beachfront, however I saw them patrol through often. It would take minimal effort to have these staff keep an eye out for the lounge furniture, if that is the worry for the resort. The beachfront had quite a bit of caution tape on the docks and along the left side of the beach front. While this is a minor inconvenience, it is an eyesore that a luxury beachfront resort should be working to fix. This is moreso a warning than a recommendation, to any who have made it this far in my post. There are no TVs in the rooms. I know many Americans are used to having a TV in our hotel rooms. And there are some, like my Wife, who like to fall asleep watching TV. Make sure you bring a laptop or speaker to hook up to the WiFi if you are the same way. Overall, I would highly recommend The Explorean to anyone who is looking for a balance of adventure and relaxation. It provided an amazing honeymoon for My Wife and I. The beachfront definitely needs some attention and upkeep as this is a Beach resort. But otherwise, it was a great experience, and the excursions and snorkeling around the island were absolutely breathtaking. My Wife and I had a great honeymoon and we are thankful to the staff for the experience.…
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Date of stay: June 2023
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Responded Jul 13, 2023
Dear Griffinmease: Thank you for your comment. We really appreciate your comments and we are glad to know that our staff made a great job. It is good to know that you felt very happy with our services, our main goal is to always give the best service to all our guests. About the beach issue the corporate is working on it Hope to welcome you back for the next time with us! regards
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My boyfriend and I stayed at The Explorean for 5 days/6 nights and had a fantastic time! The hotel sits behind the partner resort, the Fiesta Americana. This makes for a quiet, tropical getaway. The highlight of this resort is the included daily activities. During our stay we were able to ride bikes to the local beach/amusement park, drive dune buggies, and went snorkeling at El Cielo. The activities team (Julio, Edgar, Luis, Jair) were so informative, helpful, and (most importantly) fun! The dining was also great. While the Explorean has their own bar and restaurant, guests are able to dine and use the amenities at the Fiesta Americana, which was a quick 2 minute walk. There are plenty of options with the buffet open most hours of the day, as well as rotating specialty restaurants for lunch/dinner. I want to give a special shout-out to Arturo, Alejandra, and Javier from the dining services team. We were scheduled to have a private, rooftop dinner for our anniversary. However, it was pouring rain that day. The team was able to reschedule our dinner and went out of their way to communicate changes and accommodate us so that we were still able to enjoy our delicious dinner the next night. We also enjoyed the nightly entertainment (light show, fire show, karaoke). Outside of the planned activities and entertainment, we enjoyed spending time in both the Explorean and Fiesta Americana pools. All in all, we had a great stay and would recommend it to anyone looking for an adventurous, but relaxing, vacation! …
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Responded Jul 13, 2023
Dear Paradise599266 Thank you so much for taking the time to share your positive experience at our hotel. We are delighted to hear that you had an enjoyable stay with us and that we were able to meet your expectations. We are thrilled to know that you appreciated our facilities, services, and the exceptional level of hospitality provided by our team members. We always strive to go above and beyond to ensure our guests' satisfaction, and we are glad that we succeeded in delivering an excellent experience to you. Your kind words and positive feedback mean a lot to us, and we will make sure to share them with our team members. Your feedback inspires us to continue providing the highest level of service to all our guests. Thank you again for your wonderful review, and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to our hotel soon. Kind regards,
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This is our 3rd time staying at Explorean and we have absolutely great time every time. Only downside was the beach house closure. That was our favorite part of the hotel so it’s sad but still we snorkeled almost every day. We participated all the Activities were offered and all of them was great experience. Our guide Julio, Nestor and Luis were all very professional and made sure we were having great time. They are the best!
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Responded Jul 13, 2023
Dear Naokos763 Thank you for your comment. We really appreciate your comments and we are glad to know that our staff made a great job. It is good to know that you felt very happy with our services, our main goal is to always give the best service to all our guests. About the beach issue the corporate is working on it. Hope to welcome you back for the next time with us!
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The value you receive for the price for this resort is incomparable. The food was good, the activities were excellent, the accommodations were great, the service was exceptional - when you consider that the price is truly all inclusive, including activities, it’s a great deal. I’m not sure why this resort doesn’t get bigger ratings than all the rest. But maybe that helps keep it more of a secret for the rest of us!
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Date of stay: June 2023
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Responded Jul 17, 2023
Dear Elaninenelson85 : Thank you for your comment. We really appreciate your comments It is good to know that you felt very happy with our services, our main goal is to always give the best service to all our guests. Hope to welcome you back for the next time with us! regards
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$275 - $411 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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MexicoYucatan PeninsulaQuintana RooCozumelSan Miguel de Cozumel
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Explorean Cozumel
Which popular attractions are close to The Explorean Cozumel?
Nearby attractions include Cozumel Bar Hop (3.7 miles), Milano Diamond Gallery (4.7 miles), and The Amazing Cozumel Race (4.5 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at The Explorean Cozumel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and an on-site restaurant.
What food & drink options are available at The Explorean Cozumel?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and a poolside bar during their stay.
Is parking available at The Explorean Cozumel?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to The Explorean Cozumel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Ix Kool, Fuego By Riviera Kosher, and Three Amigos.
Are there opportunities to exercise at The Explorean Cozumel?
Yes, guests have access to a pool, a fitness center, and fitness classes during their stay.
Are any cleaning services offered at The Explorean Cozumel?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does The Explorean Cozumel offer any business services?
Yes, guests have access to a business center and a banquet room during their stay.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at The Explorean Cozumel?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Spanish.
Are there any historical sites close to The Explorean Cozumel?
Many travelers enjoy visiting San Gervasio Mayan Archaeological Site (4.2 miles).
Is The Explorean Cozumel accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access, reduced mobility rooms, and facilities for disabled guests. For specific inquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.