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Casa Que ve al Mar | Calle Escenica a La Ropa, Zihuatanejo 40880, Mexico
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Sueno del Mar
4.5 of 5 stars 46 Reviews
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Portland, OR
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“Trip of a Lifetime!!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 October 2011

Where do I begin?! My fiance (boyfriend at the time) and I planned a week long vacation at Sueno del Mar for the end of September. We read a lot of reviews stating that that is the green season and to expect a lot of rain. Those reviews couldn't be more wrong. The weather was amazing and we felt like we had the entire place to ourselves as there were very few tourists. We aren't ones to go back to the same place once we've been there--but this place will be our one exception to the rule!

Our first day we walked into Sueno del Mar and were amazed at just how beautiful the condo really is. The pictures on the website are great--but don't do it justice! Harriet has thought of absolutely everything to make your vacation a memorable one. The talavera pottery in the cupboards, the amazing guide she's written herself of all the places and things to see, a fully stocked kitchen with every gadget you could imagine, cd's, the list could go on and on not to mention the bedroom that overlooks the ocean with the sound of the waves crashing on shore--can't imagine a more romantic and surreal place.

We checked out a lot of the surrounding resorts and price aside, this condo is way above anything we saw in terms of beauty and size. Then you add the price and it's an easy choice! Harriet was extremely easy to work with and responded quickly to any questions we had. There were no hidden fees (like you see at many of the resorts nearby) and she promptly sent us our refund check at the end of our stay. My boyfriend at the time emailed her with questions on the best places to propose and she put him in touch with an amazing individual who helped create a proposal that was unlike anything I could possibly have imagined! I simply cannot say enough wonderful things about our overall stay.

I saw a review that mentioned there were ants/bugs in the condo--we did not have that problem at all. There is a housekeeper that comes every 2 days and it is recommended that you leave her a tip but Harriet doesn't charge you to leave one--she leaves it up to you to decide what is appropriate. The condo was exceptional in every aspect including cleanliness.

My fiance and I will absolutely be coming back here again. We're in the process of planning our honeymoon and finding it difficult to locate a place more romantic and amazing than this one! Thank you Harriet for creating such a beautiful and breathtaking place to come and relax!

  • Stayed September 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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California
2 reviews
“2nd visit to Sueno del Mar”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 October 2011

My girlfriend and I were looking for a safe and relaxing, fun destination. I shared how relaxing and fun my last visit to Sueno, and that made the choice of destination easy.
This time, we hired a driver and ventured a bit further afield, up to amazing Patzquaro. Amazing local artists and each town with its own craft specialty.
Returning to Sueno del Mar was like coming back to my exotic home away from home. The owners make sure that everything is perfect and that I can therefore just kick back and enjoy my vacation.
Can't wait to return.

  • Stayed September 2011, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Thousand Oaks
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“Takes My Breath Away Every Time”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2011
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Reviewed on 04/19/2011 for a stay on 04/01/2011
This is the third time my husband and I have stayed at Sueno del Mar and it never fails to take-my-breath away each time I walk in the front door. Harriet and Ron present their home to their guests with such amazing love and enthusiasm there is no doubt that they want your experience to embody every reason why they fell in love with Zihuatanejo. Their home is all about the beautiful Mexican architecture and art that takes complete advantage of the sounds of the ocean and jungle and the incredible climate of Mexico. We love this place...can't wait to come back!

  • Stayed April 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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vancouver, BC
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“Breathtaking View but some minor inconveniences”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2011
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Sueno Del Mar indeed has a beautiful drop dead gorgeous view from the living room and master bedroom. The unit is also very tastefully decorated with great bathrooms and very efficient air conditioning system. The kitchen is very well stocked and very convenient just like home but during our week stay in March we did run into a few snags:

1. Upon checking into the unit, Elizer, the property manager neglected to advise us that the microwave was out of order. This did cause us some inconvenience because we like to nuke up coffee, tea, and any left overs from restaurants the next day.

2. We did not end up cooking in the kitchen during most of our stay or leave any food out at all and there were still ants in the kitchen, living room by the sofa and floor, as well as trailing in on the dining room walls from the outside crevice. We were supplied with a bottle of Raid but I really dislike ants so everyday it was spraying with Raid.

3. We also found a cockroach in the kitchen cutlery tray and cockroach excrement in one of the kitchen pots.

4. Check out is very early 10 am the maid arrived ! But the package we received stated 11am check out. 10am is really too early in view that our check in time was after 3pm.

I must admit i was a little disappointed after our stay because having paid $225/night plus taxes plus $250 cleaning fee for the week, i didn't expect the unit to have ants, cockroaches, broken microwave, and 10am check out when we were advised 11am checkout.

  • Stayed March 2011, travelled with family
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Harriet Garfinkle, Owner at Sueno del Mar, responded to this review
22 April 2011
I am very sad that Cliu did not have as good a trip as she told me when she left. She had told me she wanted to book for next year. I did visit and phone during her stay to find out if everything was okay.
We had ordered a microwave from Mexico City but it took a bit to get it here and installed. This was problematic because it is an expensive one that is also the draft for the stove top.
Insects can be a problem in that part of the world. It is never cold enough for them to die back. The problem can often be hidden; like sugar left in a sugar bowl. I found out at the very end of her trip about the insects and asked management to spray when Cliu left. They would have sprayed had they known sooner. I do not tolerate insects in the apartment either.
About Yolanda coming to clean early. Cliu is right: our literature says 10 am in one place and 11am things. I don' t believe she was asked to leave. I will make sure it is all congruent. We try very hard to make sure the condo is spotless.

What Cliu failed to mention that I know she took full advantage of: two flat screen TVs with DVD players and satellite in each bedroom. Two separate discreet WIFI systems so in case one goes down the other is up and running. Sound system wired through the house. Quality linens, mattresses and sheets.
Well, you get the idea, but it does sadden me when I someone has a less than stellar experience with us.
Bottled water and purified water systme in the whole house.
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“FANTASTIQUE!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 January 2011
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This was our 6th time in Zihua. Each time we rented a different condo but I got to say that Sueno Del Mar was the best. It is well located, has superb a view of the Bay and is amazingly furnished. It instantly felt like home. Nothing was missing. Since my husband and I love cooking we were glad to see that the kitchen was so well equipped. So we enjoyed going to the market buying fresh fish and seafood, cook them for a candlelit dinner watching the lights of the boats in the Bay. It was magical and peaceful. The nights we didn't feel like cooking, we went out. There are many great restaurants walking distance from the condo. Harriet was more than helpful. Not an email or a question went unanswered (and I ask a lot!). She made sure our stay would be unforgettable... and she succeeded!

  • Stayed December 2010, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Casa Que ve al Mar | Calle Escenica a La Ropa, Zihuatanejo 40880, Mexico
Price range (per night):* INR5,573 - 15,326

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