Aug 13 - 23: Sabor Wyndham Cozumel
General: This is my second trip to Cozumel and staying at the Sabor Wyndham (AI). First back in Apr. I booked through Orbitz. Couldnt use Air/Hotel since my brother and I were flying out of different airports/states so went with Car/Hotel to get the best rate and to be able to use the promo code saving $200 off listed price. I emailed twice requesting twin beds. We received the twin beds and an upgrade to a pool terrace room.
Rental Car: Only had the rental car for 7 days through Orbitz and we wanted one for the full 10 day stay. After lots of research and emails found out it was over $200 cheaper not to use the rental car we had through Orbitz. Rented a 4 DR VW with air from Less Pay. Cost with full coverage (collision, liability and taxes) was $33 (cash) per day with no deductable. This also included free gas. They picked us up and dropped us off at the airport. NOTE: Make sure you have copies of all your emails. First was told no free gas - showed him the email, then told price didnt include collision showed him the email, then told there was 11% tax showed him the email, then had $1000 deductable showed him the email. It all worked out, they honored the quote on the emails.
FLTS: To Cozumel: Flew Continental since they had the best price and times that met our schedule. Checked in online and upgraded for my brother and I from Houston to Cozumel to first class for only $79 each. Met my brother in Houston (IAH) and flew to Cozumel together. Both our flts where full his from Phoenix and mine from Birmingham to Houston. The plane from Houston to Cozumel a B737 that carries about 160 passengers only had 27 on it. Only four of us in first class that holds 16. Customs at Cozumel was a breeze with only 27 passengers; we both got the green lite.
From Cozumel: Customs at Houstan was a night mare. Took an hour to get through customs and missed my next flight. Didnt make it along with 80 others waiting in line to get on other flts.
Wyndham:
Arrival: Knew from previous trip just tell the bell hop out front you are staying at the Sabor and he loads your bags onto a golf cart and and takes you to the concierge desk at the Sabor for check in. Waited for check in and them took the bags to our room. Given card to use for beach towels. Cost $24 if you lose your towel. Cost $200 at Sabor and $150 at Wyndham if you lose your braclet. They were color coded and plastic. Also given plastic cards to be used for reservations at Robertos. The concierge desk also has a limited about of DVDs for check out. Rooms have DVD players.
Check in fast on my way in 5 mins.
Departure: Took less than 5 mins to check out and be on our way.
Taxi: Lots of cabs around. Cost $20 - 1 way for up to 4 people to town, $25 to airport. Add an addition person $5. The gas station I used wouldnt take US dollars which I think are only 2 on the island.
Sabor Side General: Low season less than ½ full
Sabor Room: Was upgrade to a pool Terrace room in building 4400, room 4412. Room was set up nicely. 2 twin beds as requested, sofa, coffee table, coffee maker, desk and chair. Patio 2 plastic chairs and a table. Also a hammock. Bathroom - hair dryer, shampoo etc and large shower. Even when the lights on at nite the room isnt very bright. AC was on high when we arrived which was very nice since we needed to cool down. I had to use a blanket at night since my brother wanted it as cold as possible. Mini frig wasnt stocked on arrival. They did bring us 2 bottle waters right away and beer the next day only 2. We treated all the employees nicely and tipped had as much beer as we wanted Dos Equis after that. Day 2 - a knock on the door with an employee holding a case of beer. Thought great gave him a tip but told me the cost was $35 US. Sent him on his way, but did take my tip back. There was a 5 gal bottle of water on a stand in the hallway so you could refill your bottles. Umbrellas are no longer provided, you can check out a poncho from the Concierge desk. Beach towels can walk so keep an eye on yours.
Upkeep: There was always someone cleaning and taking care of the grounds. Maid service took very good. We tipped 50 pesos per day.
Food: Staying on the Sabor side lets you use all the Wyndham side facilities and services but not vice versa.
Sabor: Room Service: 7 AM 9:30 PM, comes from the Mosaique. Coconut shrimp okay. Really enjoyed the Calamares.
Mosaique: The place was clean and service was excellent. Everyone treated you like king/queen. Leaving a tip even made the experience that much better. We tipped 3 times each for the breakfast/lunch crew and then the dinner crew. Would remember what drinks you liked, etc. Extra cost: ribeye and new york steak - $14, lobster - $23. My most favorite eating experience while there.
Breakfast 7 AM 11 AM; ate every breakfast here, Tip: if you are in a hurry just ask them for some fruit and toast. It was a good sit down breakfast. I dove early so they knew just to bring me toast and sweet rolls. Never had to ask after day 2.
Lunch 12:30 PM 3:30 PM; Ate every lunch here.
Dinner 6 PM 9:30 PM (reservations required at Concierge Desk, check you can make reservation for at least 1 day in advance). We both thought the food was excellent and service always great. Ate all but 4 dinners here.
Between my brother and me we had everything on the menu for lunch and dinner. All the fish dishes were excellent, the Nachos at lunch a great disappointment Taco Bell comes to mind.
Sabores: Swim up bar 10 AM 6 PM. Tomas bartender. Dont forget to tip him. Bring an insulated mug to put your drinks in to keep then cold/frozen. They serve all drinks in plastic 12 oz cups. Also name brand liquor unlike the Reef side.
Cacao: Lounge next to Mosaique: (6 pm midnite). Was the hang out for people eating late and for those that ate early for an after dinner drink. Has 1 pool table. Brand liquor
General: This is my second trip to Cozumel and staying at the Sabor Wyndham (AI). First back in Apr. I booked through Orbitz. Couldnt use Air/Hotel since my brother and I were flying out of different airports/states so went with Car/Hotel to get the best rate and to be able to use the promo code saving $200 off listed price. I emailed twice requesting twin beds. We received the twin beds and an upgrade to a pool terrace room.
Rental Car: Only had the rental car for 7 days through Orbitz and we wanted one for the full 10 day stay. After lots of research and emails found out it was over $200 cheaper not to use the rental car we had through Orbitz. Rented a 4 DR VW with air from Less Pay. Cost with full coverage (collision, liability and taxes) was $33 (cash) per day with no deductable. This also included free gas. They picked us up and dropped us off at the airport. NOTE: Make sure you have copies of all your emails. First was told no free gas - showed him the email, then told price didnt include collision showed him the email, then told there was 11% tax showed him the email, then had $1000 deductable showed him the email. It all worked out, they honored the quote on the emails.
FLTS: To Cozumel: Flew Continental since they had the best price and times that met our schedule. Checked in online and upgraded for my brother and I from Houston to Cozumel to first class for only $79 each. Met my brother in Houston (IAH) and flew to Cozumel together. Both our flts where full his from Phoenix and mine from Birmingham to Houston. The plane from Houston to Cozumel a B737 that carries about 160 passengers only had 27 on it. Only four of us in first class that holds 16. Customs at Cozumel was a breeze with only 27 passengers; we both got the green lite.
From Cozumel: Customs at Houstan was a night mare. Took an hour to get through customs and missed my next flight. Didnt make it along with 80 others waiting in line to get on other flts.
Wyndham:
Arrival: Knew from previous trip just tell the bell hop out front you are staying at the Sabor and he loads your bags onto a golf cart and and takes you to the concierge desk at the Sabor for check in. Waited for check in and them took the bags to our room. Given card to use for beach towels. Cost $24 if you lose your towel. Cost $200 at Sabor and $150 at Wyndham if you lose your braclet. They were color coded and plastic. Also given plastic cards to be used for reservations at Robertos. The concierge desk also has a limited about of DVDs for check out. Rooms have DVD players.
Check in fast on my way in 5 mins.
Departure: Took less than 5 mins to check out and be on our way.
Taxi: Lots of cabs around. Cost $20 - 1 way for up to 4 people to town, $25 to airport. Add an addition person $5. The gas station I used wouldnt take US dollars which I think are only 2 on the island.
Sabor Side General: Low season less than ½ full
Sabor Room: Was upgrade to a pool Terrace room in building 4400, room 4412. Room was set up nicely. 2 twin beds as requested, sofa, coffee table, coffee maker, desk and chair. Patio 2 plastic chairs and a table. Also a hammock. Bathroom - hair dryer, shampoo etc and large shower. Even when the lights on at nite the room isnt very bright. AC was on high when we arrived which was very nice since we needed to cool down. I had to use a blanket at night since my brother wanted it as cold as possible. Mini frig wasnt stocked on arrival. They did bring us 2 bottle waters right away and beer the next day only 2. We treated all the employees nicely and tipped had as much beer as we wanted Dos Equis after that. Day 2 - a knock on the door with an employee holding a case of beer. Thought great gave him a tip but told me the cost was $35 US. Sent him on his way, but did take my tip back. There was a 5 gal bottle of water on a stand in the hallway so you could refill your bottles. Umbrellas are no longer provided, you can check out a poncho from the Concierge desk. Beach towels can walk so keep an eye on yours.
Upkeep: There was always someone cleaning and taking care of the grounds. Maid service took very good. We tipped 50 pesos per day.
Food: Staying on the Sabor side lets you use all the Wyndham side facilities and services but not vice versa.
Sabor: Room Service: 7 AM 9:30 PM, comes from the Mosaique. Coconut shrimp okay. Really enjoyed the Calamares.
Mosaique: The place was clean and service was excellent. Everyone treated you like king/queen. Leaving a tip even made the experience that much better. We tipped 3 times each for the breakfast/lunch crew and then the dinner crew. Would remember what drinks you liked, etc. Extra cost: ribeye and new york steak - $14, lobster - $23. My most favorite eating experience while there.
Breakfast 7 AM 11 AM; ate every breakfast here, Tip: if you are in a hurry just ask them for some fruit and toast. It was a good sit down breakfast. I dove early so they knew just to bring me toast and sweet rolls. Never had to ask after day 2.
Lunch 12:30 PM 3:30 PM; Ate every lunch here.
Dinner 6 PM 9:30 PM (reservations required at Concierge Desk, check you can make reservation for at least 1 day in advance). We both thought the food was excellent and service always great. Ate all but 4 dinners here.
Between my brother and me we had everything on the menu for lunch and dinner. All the fish dishes were excellent, the Nachos at lunch a great disappointment Taco Bell comes to mind.
Sabores: Swim up bar 10 AM 6 PM. Tomas bartender. Dont forget to tip him. Bring an insulated mug to put your drinks in to keep then cold/frozen. They serve all drinks in plastic 12 oz cups. Also name brand liquor unlike the Reef side.
Cacao: Lounge next to Mosaique: (6 pm midnite). Was the hang out for people eating late and for those that ate early for an after dinner drink. Has 1 pool table. Brand liquor
Lots of other neat critters that I can't recall right now.
