Acapulco Travel Forum

I am arriving by cruise ship into Acapulco and want to go to Our Lady of Guadalupe outside Mexico City. I have about 8 hours. Can it be done?

Thank you,

Susannon

Hello all, My husband & I will be Acapulco for one day, coming in via cruise ship. I was in Acapulco twenty years ago with girlfriends after graduating college and loved it. What should we do for the day?? I know we must see the cliff divers, but the ship will be in port from 10:00 am to 1:00am. He loves the water, I love the beach any suggestions would be great. Thanks Ginny

we are a group of 7 (the youngest is 17) could you tell me what the "average" price for parasailing is?

I'm going to be in Acapulco for an afternoon and evening, arriving at noon on a cruise ship. My mother wants to take a city tour that includes the cliff divers. My sister is phobic about not booking it through the cruise line because she doesn't want to overpay. I've heard about someone called Rosie, but I can't find any contact info for her on the internet. Any suggestions?

Thanks,

Acprincess

We've been to Mexico before and never had to worry about local currency - dollars have sufficed. Is this also true for Acapulco? We will only be there a day before boarding a cruise-ship. Thanks.

What is an economical way to get to the divers. What are the best viewing places? Any specific restaurants? Should one reserve in advance? Thank you so much. Diane

I've read a few reviews and I am seeing quite a bit more so-so reviews than I expected. I'm a corporate pilot and we're going to Acapulco on Oct 18 for 3 nights. Looking for something close to a happening club, nice hotel with a view and a balcony, not outrageous expensive, and with a fantastic pool. Any recommendations? Thank you!

Hello, we have one night in acapulco and would like to see the cliff divers. how close is los brisas to the divers, can we get a taxi there? thanks eleanor

My friend and I visited Puerto Vallarta last year and had a blast.

Would like to visit somewhere else in Mexico.

Anyone think Acapulco is worth a visit?

We're looking for something less American touristy, with a nice Mexican vibe, not too pricey, but still safe and fun.

Thanks in advance.

I´m planning to go to acapulco from august 20th for a week. I´d like to know if I should reconsider this because it is usually too rainy there ( or maybe it is not that bad ). of course weather isn´t that predictible but any info will help me to decide this trip.

thanx!!

jorge

Hello,

I am going to Acapulco with a friend for a week in the end of May. Our budget is very limited so we are looking for something cheap but pleasant, with a shower ensuite and preferably with a refrigerator. I read about Villa Romana (Av. López Mateos 185), but it seems it is not possible to book it online. Does anyone know about some nice place for up to about 40 US dollars per room? No need to be in the touristic area.

Thank you,

Katya

We are cruising the Mexican Riveria with our two children, 12 and 13, as well as their grandparents. We have one day and evening in Acapulco, December 26th. I was wondering about the Waterpark/Aquarium since no one else appears to have mentioned it. I know by that point, they may be a bit exhausted of history, local shopping and "proper behavior". My idea was to do the waterpark early and then catch the cliff divers at sunset. Is this remotely a good idea? I also cannot find any prices for the waterpark. How crowded does it get? Any comments would be appreciated. From what I have heard Acapulco can be a bit intimidating when you first arrive with vendors and beggars and we want to have somewhat of a plan in place before arriving. Thanks.

Hi,
Will only be in Acapulco one day, departing a cruise ship, and leaving very early the next moring for a 7:00 am flight. I have been reading this forum and learned than the downtown (zocalo area) will be very close to the cruise ship.
Unfortunately, I'll have my luggage with me and won't be able to sightsee until I drop it at a hotel, but I'll probably want to head back to this area for the day.
Can anyone suggest a safe inexpensive hotel for the night, close enough for sightseeing and an early dinner (walking distance would be great, but not essential), but even more importantly, easy enough to get a cab at 5:00 am the next morning?
Probably should also ask if it is possible to reserve a taxi for that time, and how reliable that might be.
I am single, traveling solo, so safety is also of importance to me.
Thanks,
Jeana

Im going to Acapulco in early March with 6 other college kids and are staying at the Crown Plaza. I have heard different reviews of this hotel and was wondering if anyone knows the social scene there during spring break and what it is like in terms of the party atmosphere? please let me know

Im going to Acapulco in early March with 6 other college kids and are staying at the Crown Plaza. I have heard different reviews of this hotel and was wondering if anyone knows the social scene there during spring break and what it is like in terms of the party atmosphere? please let me know

Im going to Acapulco in early March with 6 other college kids and are staying at the Crown Plaza. I have heard different reviews of this hotel and was wondering if anyone knows the social scene there during spring break and what it is like in terms of the party atmosphere? please let me know

My husband and I are going on a trip to Acapulco, specifically staying in the Mayan Palace in a couple weeks. Does anyone know what the weather is like this time of year (January). And are there a lot of people visiting at this time of year? We don't want it to be too busy, but we also don't want to be the only ones at the hotel. Has anyone ever stayed at the Mayan Palace there? We will be staying a week so we'll have lots of time to do things, any suggestions? We have been to Puerto Vallarta/Nuevo Vallarta and Ixtapa in the past few years during Spring Break time and are used to that kind of atmosphere. Is it similar in Acapulco? Are there any negative things we should be aware of there? Thank you.

Hi everyone,
I have been to Aca many times but always over new year's. I was hoping womeine can tell me how it is during the month of January and February. Is it busy at all?
How are the discos, and is there a lot of tourists. I don't expect it will be the same as over new year's but I would like to know if it's a lot different.
Any information would be usefull.
Also, any recommendation on hotels for a group of single guys?. In the past I stayed at the Plaza and Fiesta Americana.
Thanks a lot.

I am a 30 year old Irish guy travelling solo to Acapulco on Christmas day. I would really love to get a ticket to see DJ Tiesto at the Palladium on the 28th. Could somebody please let me know how to book in advance? I tried the Palladium website but no joy? Any feedback would be much appreciated....see you in Acapulco !!

we are 4 single guys going to acapulco for spring break 2007 and we're staying at las torres. we wanted to know what to expect while we're down there and did we pick a good hotel to party at. is there anyone one out there who's gonna be there for spring break? i can only imagine there's gonna be a lot of partying going on.

My boyfriend and I (early 30's) and a bunch of his friends are planning a trip to Acapulco this New Years - non of us have kids. We'd like an atmosphere with a mixture of party (his friends are closer to 25) and relax (I don't want to be surrounded by 18-30 year olds). We're definately hitting up seeing DJ Tiesto at the Palladium both nights! But after new years want to chill a bit. We also want a decent size pool with nice grounds. Any suggestions?

Fitchick

Canada

My boyfriend and I (early 30's) and a bunch of his friends are planning a trip to Acapulco this New Years - non of us have kids. We'd like an atmosphere with a mixture of party (his friends are closer to 25) and relax (I don't want to be surrounded by 18-30 year olds). We're definately hitting up seeing DJ Tiesto at the Palladium both nights! But after new years want to chill a bit. We also want a decent size pool with nice grounds. Any suggestions?

Fitchick

Canada

Is there a bus run from Acapulco downtown to the Mayan Palace( Sea Garden) and to the Walmart from the Seagarden?

Is it true that the Divers in Acapulco eat the dangerous tarantulas or whatever crawling poisonous creatures that are found in the rocks going up to the dive platform in order to build up immunity to a bite from these creatures?? Will be visiting Acapulco in December. Steve Weiss (smweiss@globalwater.com)

Hello, I'm arriving by cruise ship on Sunday, 8Oct. I'm interested in taking a combination sunset and cliff diver tour. The name Yate Bonanza cruise keeps coming up on the internet but I cannot find a website and the phone number doesn't seem to work from the U.S. Can anyone tell me the departure time, price, where tickets can be purchased, what is included? I have also heard you can buy tickets from local hotels and street vendors, is this true?

Here is a copy of what I have found;
"Yate BonanzaCostera Miguel Alemᮬ (Muelle Central), Acapulco, Mexico
Tel: +52 744 835981

Like most of the yachts, Bonanza tours to Acapulco Bay and La Quebrada. What makes this yacht different is the restaurant-bar service with music, swimming pool and the chance to swim in the open sea. Another advantage here is the night party on weekends and holidays, where guests can enjoy a romantic evening. The cost includes an open bar of Mexican drinks, live and recorded music, as well as a Hawaiian dance show. On the morning cruise, a breakfast buffet is included"



Appreciate your help.

David
aka CruiseOne2003

I am arriving by cruise ship on 8Oct at 11am with my family. I would like to rent a large van/small bus for 10 persons, 6 adults and 4 children to see the cliff divers and then maybe a small city tour with a drop off in town and/or a return back to the ship. I'm curious if this would be cheaper than renting 2-3 taxis or 2 large vehicles at the cruise terminal.

Can anyone help me with this?

Thank you,

David

Hello,
I was wondering at what time of the year is the best time to view the sunset?
I was told at a certain time of the year that the sunsets are awesome, that the combination of the sun, sky and ocean are a site to see.
Thanks,
Hugo

I am organizing a large group to Acapulco (staying at the Fairmont Princess) in January and I need to find a charter compnay to bring all 250 people from the airport to the hotel and back again. I really want the large coaches and not the vans.
I also am also looking for a fun restaurant that will seat between 200 and 250 people. I don't want a hotel restaurnt, I want to get the group out of the hotel for a night.

I'm planning a trip for the end of the month with my friend we are going to rent a car and drive from Mexico City to Acapulco, and from Acapulco to Oaxaca.
I would to know if anyone know how much it will cost me with or without taking the toll roads?
thanks,
vinnie

I was in Acapulco with my family about 6 or 7 years ago and we ate at this beautiful restaurant in town. I am now going back to Acapulco to get married but can't remember the name of this restuarant. I wanted to have my wedding reception dinner there.
Can anyone help me?
Here is what I remember about it....
The restaurant felt like you were eating a gardern. It was outdoors, very beautiful inside, surrounded by a large garden. It was in town(main hotel area) and it was an upscale resturant. We had about 5 waiters serving us, excellent service and food.