Thank you for any help! more, You seem to have JavaScript disabled. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. There are some resorts where the acceptance of the tips are grounds for being fired. It only takes a few bad apples to spoil the bunch for the rest of us. This is certainly acceptable. HONEYMOON Hotels & Resorts: Playa & Beyond, Ocean trips (Catamarans, fishing , Jet Skis and more, Browse all 123,480 Playa del Carmen topics . If there is turndown service at night you might want to leave $1. A letter or comment to the management for *above and beyond* service of a certain employee would be just as effective. Playa Paraiso. We'll be there the Saturday after Thanksgiving. I think we can agree to disagree on that one. This is not the environment we want for our clients. If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. This is not the environment we want for our clients. Riviera Maya Playa del Carmen Playa Paraiso Playa Paraiso Hotels Iberostar Grand Paraiso 9,267 reviews #1 of 6 all-inclusives in Playa Paraiso Save Share Avenida Del Sol 309 Carretera Chetumal - P. Juarez, Km. It must be due to my "inferiority complex". There is no tipping policy as this is included with your reservation. Is it customary to tip the waiters and the bartenders, and if yes, what is a decent tip? I believe his writing style is different than us junior members of tripadvisor and that is why he said good bye. Other than them I usally do not tip at an AI. Iberostar Grand vs. Grand Palladium Colonial. I also made up the cards (business card blanks) that just say Gracias which I leave with the tips. Search for the cheapest hotel deal for Iberostar Grand Paraiso in Playa del Carmen. Answer 31 of 83: We are going to the Grand at the end of November, it is our first time at an all inclusive hotel. I know in a past posting you just about ordered all of us to stop this discussion but who made you the boss? Rene is not at (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? I was just there and noticed that many people did tip regularly. Can I use the lazy river / wave pool at the Lindo if I stay at the Beach or Del Mar? Email for Advanced Restaurant Reservations and Room Preferen, Iberostar Grand Paraso vs Haven Riviera Cancun. You have already paid your *premium* price for this service. more, You seem to have JavaScript disabled. Thank you for any help! Answer 1 of 9: Can someone tell me about Iberostar Grand Paraiso? You should not have to pay extra for good service at such an expensive resort. Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Playa Paraiso Guest House . To use our mobile site, please enable JavaScript. Looking for best beach in Playa Del Carmen. Thank you for any help! Can I use the lazy river / wave pool at the Lindo if I stay at the Beach or Del Mar? We always tip in the restaurants and at the bars as well. Dont forget to tip the bellboys. Pools usually close around sundown so they can clean them. I am not condoning a *no tipping* policy, merely advising when it is necessary and when it is not. Not to mention the employees, understandably, favor those tippers. I myself though take $2.00 and $1.00 bills. Gimmie a break! Maybe you could cut him a little slack. I have never tipped my mailman (and my SIL is one!! just because we're told that gratuities are "included" it doesn't mean that the employee gets any of what we pay-it just means the resort says you don't have to give them anything. I think it is fabulous that he is on a computer sharing his wealth of experience with us. I hope you enjoy your stay at the Iberostar Grand Paraiso and keep your pesos for shopping! Iberostar Grand Paraiso vs. We tip on par with what Andrea does, with the exception of Rene. Answer 1 of 83: We are going to the Grand at the end of November, it is our first time at an all inclusive hotel. I wasn't going to weigh in with my opinion, but - what the heck? For Royal PDC this september (my birthday) I have the following t's. just came back from the grand hotel paraiso,we tipped mostly breakfast,2 dollars, lunch mostly 3 dollars,and the spec rest,depense karim at the italian was perfect we gave him 10 dollars,the jappanees 5 dollars,and in the lobbybar 5 dollars as we left for dinner,after a couple off drinks.the cleaninglady total 20 dollars, and turndouwn 5 dollars.butler 10 dollars and bellman 5 dollars . It is a wide practice in Europe that the gratuity is included in your bill but also customary to leave a few coins at the table. He is someones Grandfather and maybe even Great-grandfather!!! Thank you for any help! You certainly dont have to tip what you would at home, but the guideline the previous poster gave are very good. Search for Iberostar Grand Paraiso discounts in Playa del Carmen with KAYAK. Why on earth would they transfer one of their best employees from their flagship resort? We also use only pesos but I was typing that on my phone and economizing on taps. Thank you for any help! I hope you enjoy your stay at the Iberostar Grand Paraiso and keep your pesos for shopping! I'm willing to be that no, most people don't. If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. Believe he is now at either the Maya or Lindo. I have received some of the best service ever in my life at resorts in Mexico and I just wouldn't have felt right not leaving a tip. Although it is not necessary to tip they do appreciate it and I feel good service should be recognised. There's the DIFFERENCE. . Is it customary to tip the waiters and the bartenders, and if yes, what is a decent tip? Of course there will always be those who are not comfortable in NOT giving a little something. This is not Grand specific, but we also tip similarly to Andrea. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-8217696', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');the Grand at the end of November, it is our first time at an all inclusive hotel. Is it customary to tip the waiters and the bartenders, and if yes, what is a decent tip? Alternatively, you may use, Iberostar Grand Rose Hall Questions & Answers. We usually tip as we go along, the same as Actran tipping the maids morning and night turndown usually 50 pesos, with more given personally on the day we leave. My co-workers and superiors are finding these comments quite interesting. The only problem I can see is if extra tipping becomes expected by the employees and they hold it against non-extra tippers. I don't think that those of us who tip a bit ruin anything for anyone. We tipped him $50 and never saw him again. It is not necessary to carry a wallet or purse all day just in case you need to purchase or tip someone. We bring plenty of 5s and 1s and tip regularly and well no matter the resort, as long as service levels justify it. Alternatively, you may use. $499 per night (Latest starting price for this hotel). The purpose being that these comments may benefit them in additional gratuities. On my last day I left small Thank You cards for the wonderful Star Team members and the staff working at the towel hut who I made good friends with during my two week stay. Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Playa Paraiso Bed and Breakfast Playa Paraiso Holiday Rentals Playa Paraiso Packages . Thanks for your comments. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in India. We are going to (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? One night at (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? more. Buffet waiters I'd give $2 if they brought us beverages and kept our table free of dirty plates. It's a place that imparts tranquility and comfort while offering excellent stewardship and concierge services to create a tailor-made getaway that's totally you. I haven't been there yet, but I'm glad to know because I never would have guessed that tipping was expected at an all-inclusive. I'll paste 50 dollar bills to my forehead if I want to! Thank you for any help! aprata - When are you going? Playa Paraiso. Hiya, We've booked a family vacation to the Lindo in November to celebrate my Dad's birthday and my husbands 40th birthday. I found by the second week I had to leave a regular $5 tip to get any reasonable service. for the maids, is $2 per day ok? How can you say the difference is just cheap, cheap, cheap? This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in Australia. For Royal PDC this september (my birthday) I have the following t's. I also made up the cards (business card blanks) that just say Gracias which I leave with the tips. Iberostar Grand Paraiso 9,282 reviews #1 of 6 all-inclusives in Playa Paraiso Save Share Avenida Del Sol 309 Carretera Chetumal - P. Juarez, Km. If you don't want to tip that's fine--and believe me there are a lot more people who don't tip at all than people who do. When you go to a restaurant here and the tip is added on, THEY DO GET IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! He's our Daniel, I guess. I have to wonder if this is why I have read so many negative comments on the butler service. I was tipping bartenders/waitresses $1 per round. A letter or comment to the management for *above and beyond* service of a certain employee would be just as effective. To use our mobile site, please enable JavaScript. I agree with poster RU-OK-2, I stayed for two weeks at the (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? Also, I am a little concerned that you "are getting a bit hot under the collar - and that is something that is NOT wanted in this forum". . There are some resorts where the acceptance of the tips are grounds for being fired. Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Playa Paraiso Bed and Breakfast Playa Paraiso Vacation Rentals Playa Paraiso Packages You'll get lots of opinions on this one. Where you so graciously oblige them. I was just there and noticed that many people did tip regularly. thats why you must fill out the form. It just seems like you're the one who's getting a bit worked up about the subject. I learned not to tip the butler at the beginning, after my very first trip. You have already paid your *premium* price for this service. BUT, the workers DON'T GET IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I personally find it to be liberating - I don't have to carry cash to every tom, dick, and harry w/their hand out. more. If anyone else reading these comments resents my honest answer to the question I would welcome your feedback. Playa Paraiso. I hope you enjoy your stay at the Iberostar Grand Paraiso and keep your pesos for shopping! Playa Paraiso. more, You seem to have JavaScript disabled. I don't consider $4000 for 5 nights to be a cheap vacation. the question is "to eat or not to eat.". . If you go to a restaurant w/ a party of 6 or more and the restaurant says it will automatically add gratuity to the bill do you tip more on a regular basis? ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-8909351', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');the Grand the week of Thanksgiving - I am counting the days.. thank you everyone for the advice! In addition, the ala carte waiters were usually very good and I'd tip them $5 per meal. Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Bed and Breakfast Playa Paraiso Playa Paraiso Holiday Rentals Playa Paraiso Holiday Packages ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-8494370', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');Iberostar tucan earlier this year,Although I enjoyed the complex i found the service max 3 star at best . I took $400 for tipping for good service but I found you only got the service after a tip, so i didnt use it all. We only left a $5 tip. I also tipped the washroom attendants if I saw them cleaning the guest bathrooms (which were kept immaculate) as these workers are often not tipped. at dinner or someone makes drinks for you all day and night, how can you give them nothing? He's such a sweet man, and probably the best waiter we've had anywhere. We are going to (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? To use our mobile site, please enable JavaScript. Is it customary to tip the waiters and the bartenders, and if yes, what is a decent tip? Remember that if you give a GIFT you need to leave a note saying that its a gift and give your name/room number (I made up little cards on my computer with this information). The Mayan Riviera is a wildly popular vacation area and Playa del Carmen is a hotspot with many all-inclusive resorts. just because we're told that gratuities are "included" it doesn't mean that the employee gets any of what we pay-it just means the resort says you don't have to give them anything. oh and the girls who bring you ,your drinks at the pool every thime 1 dollar. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-8469969', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');airfare, transfers, hotel, taxes, meals, non-motorized watersports, and GRATUITIES are included. Dont forget to tip the bellboys. does the butler get more, like $10-20 (assuming they are doing a good job)? Cheap Eats? I don't tip to get good service but because I have received good service. Answer 1 of 83: We are going to the Grand at the end of November, it is our first time at an all inclusive hotel. If you usually get great service, but only a couple people get a "bonus", don't you think the remaining employees who've given you great service are being short changed? This is certainly acceptable. It is not necessary to carry a wallet or purse all day just in case you need to purchase or tip someone. aprata - When are you going? Answer 21 of 83: We are going to the Grand at the end of November, it is our first time at an all inclusive hotel. Duh! Iberostar Grand Paraiso: Resort First Timers - See 9,286 traveller reviews, 13,197 candid photos, and great deals for Playa Paraiso, Mexico, at Tripadvisor. In addition, the ala carte waiters were usually very good and I'd tip them $5 per meal. Tipping! For those who don't tip and feel like their experience and service suffered make the management aware. . ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-116348196', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');the Grand, you are at the highest level of the resort. Buffet waiters I'd give $2 if they brought us beverages and kept our table free of dirty plates. 1 in Playa Paraiso See options By travellers on TripAdvisor in February de 2023 Right on the beachfront, this elegant hotel designed with adults in mind boasts superb architectural features and spacious suites all while providing tranquility and comfort. I didn't realise that there was such a problem with tipping until this thread. Thank you for any help! Drinks $2 Unless it's Daniel at the pool bar and then $5. I thought it meant you were no longer following this thread. But if the waiter is busy we will tuck it under the plate (don't shoot me!). For me personally, at breakfast at lunch buffet: $1-2 breakfast but only if the coffee keeps coming and they get my juice. I'm finding that most people are missing my point on tipping at an all inclusive and IN their protests to my advise, they are actually PROVING my point. If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. I also bring small gifts to give out. . The resorts should either do away with gratuities included or enforce the rules. When you have someone give you great service for 2-3 hrs. It said that a couple of employees would get some type of "bonus". After a few bucks, your favorite bartender will know you by name! I hope you're talking about another Rene! You have already paid your *premium* price for this service. more, You seem to have JavaScript disabled. You should not have to pay extra for good service at such an expensive resort. It is NOT necessary to tip, as you are paying for an *all inclusive* , this means *everything* from (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? you got it nothing beats a crowded bar or restaurant and not having to wait forever for what ever it is you need i have been a plumber for 33 years and during busy season my clients that pay faster or more prompt get the better service that is just a fact of life maybe the average joe cant comprehend that oh well hopetheir drink comes soon cause im on my second ha ha. Thinking that the Iberostar chain is going to give any of what we pay, beyond the worker's paltry wages, is pure justification fantasy. However, when your gratuity is included at a resort then why do you also feel it is necessary to pay several dollars each time a service is rendered? You should not have to pay extra for good service at such an expensive resort. She remembered my 3 egg omelette ingredients after my first morning there. BTW, even though your last post clearly demonstrates that most resort employees get bupkus, I think you fabricated most of your information to fit your OPINION. What restaurants are at IB Lindo/Maya and what are the hours? To use our mobile site, please enable JavaScript. I was tipping bartenders/waitresses $1 per round. After a few bucks, your favorite bartender will know you by name! Was I reading too much into it when you said "GOOD BYE"? Answer 51 of 83: We are going to the Grand at the end of November, it is our first time at an all inclusive hotel. I still am adament that flashing cash in an obvious manner to bribe for service is just plain tacky! I tipped her $2 every morning for her omlettes made to order. Answer 41 of 83: We are going to the Grand at the end of November, it is our first time at an all inclusive hotel. I was tipping bartenders/waitresses $1 per round. Is it customary to tip the waiters and the bartenders, and if yes, what is a decent tip? Thank you very much, that is very helpful! We never feel that it's expected and the staff always seem surprised and happy to receive it in Mexico. Everyone has their own opinion on tipping and will follow whatever practices they deem appropriate. The past couple of years I have bought baseball caps (good deals on www.hitrunscore.com). A complimentary comment to the management could aid in them being compensated even more in the form of raised pay or promotion. If you still feel the need to do this, please, please do it DISCREETLY. The renowned golf course architect P.B. at dinner or someone makes drinks for you all day and night, how can you give them nothing? Email for Advanced Restaurant Reservations and Room Preferen, Iberostar Grand Paraso vs Haven Riviera Cancun. Iberostar Grand Paraiso: Iberostar Grand Parisio is the best hotel we have ever experienced. What will the Weather be Like When I Visit? You should not have to pay extra for good service at such an expensive resort. Thank you for any help! You asked why, if the jobs were so bad, would anyone want them. It is really the resorts fault for not doing this. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. Thank you for any help! Iberostar Grand Paraiso vs. Alternatively, you may use. Oh right, just "ok" employees get to stay, but at the bad employee's rate of pay and the ones who we all write wonderful letters about, get all the "tips". Iberostar Paraiso Maya: only one with lazy river? They deserve it! This is not the environment we want for our clients. does the butler get more, like $10-20 (assuming they are doing a good job)? It is already paid for! . Playa Paraiso. I was wondering if someone can give me some insights on the sports facilities of the del Mar - condition of the gym, tennis courts, etc. If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. I will no longer try to *educate* the public as to why these practices can have a negative result. Playa Paraiso. what is a decent tip? Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Bed and Breakfast Playa Paraiso No, 4000 for vacation is not cheap-that's what we're paying for our IB Grand vacation in December. Just returned from Iberostar Grand Any Questions? I was surprised at how many but they have that righ and I respect that. Last time, we tipped Victor $20 at the beginning, and then tipped him as he did various things for us (golf cart rides, etc.) In Canada , and as I have learned from this forum in Europe, tips are presented for exceptional service when at an all-inclusive resort. I can only summize that the people who ARE tipping were not aware of this or think they will get better service if they do. If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. I'm gonna be number "I'm tipping as much as I can because I WANT TO!! More to the point, your latest post didn't say anything about a resort giving a set portion/percentage of my resort fees to the workers. Any advise. Turtle Tips! Also, depending on where I am going, I do t-shirts with iron on transfers. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-8217696', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');the Grand at the end of November, it is our first time at an all inclusive hotel. what is a decent tip? ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-116343397', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');the Grand can use the facilities at the other 4 resorts. Report inappropriate content 1-10 of 83 replies Sorted by 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 All tips are very appreciated and dont forget your omelette maker. After a few bucks, your favorite bartender will know you by name! Iberostar Paraiso Del Mar: 40th B-day Vacation - Read 7,346 reviews, view 7,121 traveller photos, and find great deals for Iberostar Paraiso Del Mar at Tripadvisor. just because we're told that gratuities are "included" it doesn't mean that the employee gets any of what we pay-it just means the resort says you don't have to give them anything. There is no tipping policy as this is included with your reservation. It is not necessary to carry a wallet or purse all day just in case you need to purchase or tip someone. Answer 1 of 83: We are going to the Grand at the end of November, it is our first time at an all inclusive hotel. Who told you that the employees do not get compensated in an *all inclusive* resort? ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-8604587', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');the Grand we had pretty disappointing service (not terrible or even bad, but compared to other meals it was definitely disappointing). ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-8469969', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');airfare, transfers, hotel, taxes, meals, non-motorized watersports, and GRATUITIES are included. And leave that tip every day ($2-3 is good). We tipped EVERYBODY from the airport to the resort to the food servers, bell hops, housekeeping, tour guides, you name it Far, far, far from being rich, but we are EXTREMELY wealthy - not in $$ and cents; but when you know you've been blessed you just gotta share the blessings. I was surprised at how many but they have that righ and I respect that.
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