El Cid in Cozumel from AU$223

"Property is going through a renovation cycle but this was not an issue, property is in good condition, rooms are clean and very nice. Multiple good size pools and lots of beach chairs. Food was excellent and always a nice presentation, smaller portions, but that allows for always having a nice desert. Brand liquor and good house wine. Staff were always friendly and helpful. Tipping is also an interesting topic at an “all inclusive.” We gave $5 for buffet, $10 for sit downs, and $20 at the more upscale dinners, $1 per drink at the pool or bar, and $5 / day for our maid. The one thing to avoid is attending the vacation club presentation. We had a morning to kill and so we went to just kill some time. The 90-minute presentation took 4-hours! When you finally get to the end the cost ranges from $65K-$500K. Yes you read that right! Not sure who their target market is, just be for-warned. Other than the vacation club thing I would recommend this resort. "

"We had a great time in off season. The property was clean and service was great. Ac was very cold. I love the beds and lounging. Plenty of access to towels. I loved that the food in buffets were closed off for bugs. Because it was off season it wasn’t crowded and very pleasant. The water is beautiful with many fish to see. It was so warm and clear. Pool service was fantastic. Aaron was great. The seafood restaurant had some of the best food I’ve had at an all inclusive. Taxi ride to downtown was about $15 and 10 minutes. Plenty of seats and towels. Cons: Kids club didn’t open until 12. The buffet wasn’t open at night but you need a reservation to the restaurants. The Mexican restaurant was great but we did not like the Asian. When checking out the elevator was broken. We were on the 6th floor. I traveled with 3 kids solo and had several bags and a stroller and no one would answer the phone for help. The spa amenities do not come with service when you book. I’ve never been to a resort that doesn’t let you use the hot tub or sauna if you book a service. We all had massages and weren’t allowed to use the amenities."

"It’s a good place if you looking something calm and family friendly. So relax and the rooms are pretty good. Drinks are ok, the buffet it’s good, sometimes I was needing something more but again, for price and package is a good deal. The beach is beautiful! So calms and relax. Clean room, same with the bathroom. "

"Love this olave would go again and again next time bring friends "

"Very clean, outstanding staff and very accomadating! Love the beach area!"

"Best hotel I stayed in during my whole trip to the Yucatan area. The hotel is guarded by security in the front and once in the courtyard, noticed a whole bunch of turtles on the property. The hitel is clean and refreshing and the staff was very friendly. The maintenance people were constantly working on the property, whether raking the sand or trimming plants. The hotel has a beautiful beach area as well as a pier you can walk right on, giving you access to Cozumels rocky and fish filled bottom for snorkeling. Had a great time and wish I stayed longer. "

"Our 2nd stay for excellent. Rooms are tired and need love comparing when we visited 8 years ago. "

"Our sole purpose is scuba diving. We enjoy staying at El Cid/La Ceiba as the property is always clean and the staff are always welcoming and warm. "

"I have been staying at this resort for four years. The staff is wonderful! I always get an ocean front room, and the views are amazing. I go twice a year for diving. "