Location right above the diveshop at the beachfront saves some trouble when carrying gear back from the boat. Every time I stepped out of the hotel, I was surrounded by eager salesmen.

I booked a dive package for a week, and had a huge room all to myself. Pricey. Didn't manage to get hot water. The cleaning ladies did impeccable job.

They have lots of friendly staff at Aqua Safari. I was suprised by the lack of briefs, debriefs and buddychecks when diving, but felt safe and relaxed nevertheless. Would've hoped for lunch at the boat, since breakfast wasn't included and there's no kitchenette in the room.

We booked a 5 nights/3 days diving package and could not be a happier! We went with another couple and they were happy to arrange for them to have the room next door. We had the ideal set-up here and we will return!! Our room had a huge balcony with a BEAUTIFUL sea view. The hotel is ideally located: the dive boat left from the dock right across the street. It is a short walk to a large grocery store, downtown, and many bars/restaurants. We rented a scooter for the time we were there, and they let us park it in a safe place behind the shop. Could not ask for more! This is the best value in Cozumel if you are a diver and like to be located right in the action!!

I would definitely stay at Safari Inn again. Very convenient for diving with their shop Aqua Safari attached. Staff is very helpful and the location is perfect. Within walking distance to anything you need. The rooms are not luxurious, but are very clean and unless you are in the one right on the highway, very quiet. Hot water is plentiful, but cold showers are more appropriate in that climate anyway! The A/C is a wall unit, which is the only negative--kind of noisy and not super cold, but functional.
Barbara R. Boulder City, NV

This was my second time staying at Safari Inn in downtown Cozumel. I was here for 2 weeks to dive with Aqua Safari, which is located on the ground floor. I had one of their best corner rooms, which faced the ocean and had it's own balcony. There was a sliding glass/screened door on the ocean-facing side and a wall of windows on the other wall. It's very sunny and bright, but you can pull the curtains for privacy.

I loved going out on the balcony to see what was going on in the street to to take photos of the sunset. I could also see when my boat arrives, although diving on the regular boats, you have to be on the pier by 8:15 am. They return around 1:30. The afternoon dive is at 2:30, which doesn't leave much time for lunch. Just grab a quick snack from your room or get a spring roll to go from Chi up the block. There are lots of options once you get your bearings. When they return around 4PM and you've rinsed your gear (there are rinse tanks and storage in the rear of the shop) and had a nice shower, and shmoozed with Bill and the staff, it's time for a well-deserved dinner.

The A/C works great and has a remote, so you don't have to get up to change the setting. I had a king bed which was very comfortable, plus a single couch/bed for a third person or can use as a place to throw a few things. There were two plastic patio chairs which I used mainly for drying gear and bathing suits.

There are shelves for storing clothes and stuff.

There are mini-refrigerators in the better rooms, which I really appreciated. Also free wi-fi. There is no telephone or tv or breakfast. But for $20, I bought a little Black & Decker 16 oz. coffee maker to bring along, a can of my favorite coffee, some non-dairy creamer and made my own coffee every morning. I also brought a bag of granola. Voila. Breakfast. I recommend bringing a set of silverware and a plastic plate. Comes in handy if you do take out.

The shower gets hot after a few minutes. The electrical outlets can take American appliances no problem, but if you need three-prong adapter for your computer, bring one. Last year they lent me one for 10 days, but I wouldn't count on that. There are only 3 outlets in the room, but it was sufficient.

It was quiet for the most part once the cruise ships leave at around 6 and the neighboring shops close. With the a/c on and the windows closed, it's quiet except for some light car traffic.

The maid service was excellent. I hadn't met her, but felt like I knew her. She did towel art with my towels every day. She even cleaned out my coffee maker if I forgot. The rooms are very clean and when I get back from diving, it was nice to find the place tidied up (bed made, trash, etc.).

This is a great place for divers or anyone who is on a budget. I paid $57 a night for the best room in the house. If you don't mind not having a view, it's even cheaper. I stayed in one of those rooms last year and it was fine, although there was no refrigerator. If need be, there's an ice chest in each room and bag of ice is very cheap. You can always chill your beer in that. Check out their website for current prices.

I also learned that the Safari Inn is safe in the event of a hurricane. It has weathered some pretty nasty hurricanes. People on Cozumel know how to deal with hurricanes, so you don't have to be afraid to come here during hurricane season. They will keep you safe here.

The main reason I chose Safari Inn/Aqua Safari is that it's downtown. No need to take taxis all the time to come to town to eat and shop. There are so many nice restaurants within walking distance of the Inn. And some are very inexpensive. It's also walking distance to the ferry and to Mega, the supermarket.

The other reason I chose Safari Inn is because Aqua Safari has a great reputation. I loved diving with them last summer and had a great time this summer, too. Everyone is so nice, from the owner (Bill Horn), to the staff (Donna, Teresa, Dahlia, Candi, Roberto) in the dive shop, and the dive masters, and boat crew. The also have a few PADI instructors, so come to Aqua Safari and get certified.

Their boats all have heads, too. They charge $75 for a 2 tank dive and only $15 for a third afternoon dive. Night dives are $45. There's a $2 per day park fee which goes to the preservation of the underwater park.

Aqua Safari has a pier right across the street from the dive shop, so you can get up, grab your gear and be on the boat in minutes.

It felt very safe on Cozumel. Crime is low. Even the water is safe, so go and enjoy some of the best diving the Caribbean has to offer and stay at Safari Inn where you will be treated like family.