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The Tides Zihuatanejo

4.5 of 5
Playa La Ropa s/n, Zihuatanejo 40880, Mexico (Formerly Hotel Villa del Sol)
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Ranked #9 of 50 hotels in Zihuatanejo
4.5 of 5 stars 329 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • “Lagoon Suite” (12)
  • “Plunge pool” (11)
  • “Very good” (8)
  • “Playa Ropa” (7)
  • “Very nice” (6)
  • “Cab ride” (4)
  • “Second floor” (3)
  • “Lounge chair” (3)
  • “Best food” (3)
  • “Happy Hour” (3)
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LaLoca58
San Diego, California
1 review
“Management Meeting-Superb!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 February 2012 NEW

This was our first trip to The Tides. We take an annual management retreat and typically will visit a beach area usually in Mexico or Hawaii. From the moment I began working with Angelica Celestino, Group Sales Manager, I was certain our experience would be outstanding, and our group was not disappointed! From the surrounding gardens, water features, beautiful accommodations,... More

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GeorgeLaszlo
Cordoba, Spain
Senior Contributor
22 reviews
4 helpful votes
“Heaven on Earth.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 February 2012 NEW

We stayed for two weeks there and did not want to believe how fast it flew away. The people, the food, the room, the SPA, the garden, the Beach...all just perfect. Especially beachside service was great. The place is spotless. More

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LondonBuckland
London
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4 reviews
“Great comfort in Mexico”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 February 2012 NEW

We just spent several very pleasant days at this location.Maybe we were lucky getting Room 1 on the beach ,but the setting was great, the service and friendliness of the staff was tip-top. Hotel food was excellent, and the not connected beach bar next door did the most wonderful fish I have ever tasted. The baby turtles hatching out at... More

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Austen824
San Francisco, California
Top Contributor
51 reviews
23 helpful votes
“Great location and nice rooms”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 February 2012 NEW

Definitely a place my wife and I will be back to. Good food, great location, and rooms are very generous. More

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carlos blanco, General Manager at The Tides Zihuatanejo, responded to this review
14 February 2012

Dear Austen824. Warmest greetings from The Tides Zihuatanejo. Thank you very much for your comment which commits us to continue with our quality service. It will be a pleasure to have you back, please be sure you contact me to make sure that your next visit will be memorable. Sincerely, Carlos Blanco General Manager More

Sylvia F
Toronto, Canada
1 review
“" True Paradise"”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2012

The Tides is our paradise. The staff are simply the most accommodating we have ever experienced. Your wish is their command. The food is absolutely delicious, whatever you order. Imagine fine dining on the beach for lunch or just having a salad,right at your private little table it's sheer decadence . La Ropa beach is gorgeous and the weather is... More

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carlos blanco, General Manager at The Tides Zihuatanejo, responded to this review
7 February 2012

Dear Sylvia F. Warmest greetings from The Tides Zihuatanejo !! Thanks a lot for your nice comment knowing that you are part of our The Tides family commit us to continue improving our service and I agree with you when you say that La Ropa beach is the best. On behalf of all the staff we thank you for your... More

GRKungFuPanda
Grand Rapids, Michigan
1 review
“Service Beyond Belief”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2012

The Tides has a lot going for it. A beautiful, almost surreal beachfront setting greets you at this wonderful resort. The rooms are well appointed and geared towards the guests comfort. I was surprised at the quality of the food that was served. The authentic, local food was absolutely delicious, but I was surprised how good everything else was, including... More

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carlos blanco, General Manager at The Tides Zihuatanejo, responded to this review
7 February 2012

Dear GRKungFuPanda. Warmest greetings from The Tides Zihuatanejo. Thank you so much for your feedback these motivate us to continue with our quality service. It will be a pleasure to welcome you back next year. Please let me know when you are planning your next visit to Zihuatanejo so I can ensure your stay is truly memorable. Thank you again... More

Sam W
New York City, New York
1 review
2 helpful votes
“a wonderful hotel”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 February 2012
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The Tides works very hard to make everything easy for their guests. The hotel is very pleasing to the eye. The sevice is first rate & very well trained. The breakfasts are wonderful. The beach & pools are a delight. All & all a great place for a vocation. More

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carlos blanco, General Manager at The Tides Zihuatanejo, responded to this review
6 February 2012

Dear Sam W. Warmest greetings from The Tides Zihuatanejo. Gracias for sharing so nice comment about your recent stay with us. Our way of working it has one goal to bring you and your family back to our beautiful paradise and keep you as part of our The Tides family. On behalf of all the staff we invite to continue... More

Jeffrey H
Grand Rapids, Michigan
2 reviews
2 helpful votes
“Third Corporate Visit! Perfect!!!!1”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 January 2012
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person found this review helpful

How can you improve upon perfection? We have selected the Tides for three years for a Corporate Award Trip for approx. 40 people. Each year has been better than the last! It is getting hard to find alternative resorts for these reward trips becaust the Tides is so perfect Amazing food, service, accommodations. flawless weather................. on and on! Angelica (Group... More

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carlos blanco, General Manager at The Tides Zihuatanejo, responded to this review
27 January 2012

Dear Mr. Jeffrey H. Warmest greetings from The Tides Zihuatanejo ! I like to thank you for such a nice comment we are honored to have nice people like in our prestigious hotel. I’m so glad to hear that we met your expectations this motivates us to continue with our quality and warm service. Will be a pleasure to welcome... More

ZaZa1313
Dallas, Texas
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4 reviews
1 helpful vote
“Paradisio”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 January 2012
1
person found this review helpful

My wife and I discovered The Tides 6 years ago and have been going every year since we found it. It has better climate than Hawaii, 87 degrees every day without a cloud in the sky. Sunsets that are more beautiful than Fiji. The best part is that it is 2 and a half hours from Dallas. We have stayed... More

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carlos blanco, General Manager at The Tides Zihuatanejo, responded to this review
17 January 2012

Dear ZaZa1313. Warmest greetings from The Tides Zihuatanejo. There is nothing more important than your comments now that your recent stay with us was enjoyable like the rest is a great motivation to continue with our service. We appreciate your preference and will be a pleasure to welcome you back with your daughter and son in low we will do... More

Geegee111
Ashtabula, Ohio
1 review
“Family vacation”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 January 2012

We visited Zihuantanejo during this past Christmas,we had an amazing time. The Tides is simply paradise with all of its beautiful gardens and endless views of the ocean. We were able to spend a lot of quality time together as a family and simply relax. The staff was super friendly and welcoming, We had a very memorable time at The... More

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carlos blanco, General Manager at The Tides Zihuatanejo, responded to this review
11 January 2012

Dear Geegee111. Warmest greetings from The Tides Zihuatanejo. It’s good to know that your stay with us was pleasant means that we meet our goal to make tour vacations memorable. Will be a pleasure to have the opportunity to welcome you back in not too distance future. Sincerely, Carlos Blanco General Manager More

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The Tides Zihuatanejo Also Known As

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  • The Tides Resort Zihuatanejo
  • Villa Del Sol Zihuatanejo
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Address: Playa La Ropa s/n, Zihuatanejo 40880, Mexico (Formerly Hotel Villa del Sol)

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