Occidental Grand Cozumel is situated on the southwest part of Cozumel Island, on the beautiful San Francisco beach. The hotel is ideal for divers and those who enjoy the aquatic sports. Just a five minute boat ride is the legendary Palancar Reef. The hotel consists of 252 rooms distributed among eleven Colonial style buildings. Each building has 24 charming rooms with 2 double beds, air conditioning, ceiling fan, satellite TV, private bathroom with tub, hair dryer, safety deposit box, fridge, and balcony. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/hotels/Cozumel_Mexico/grandcozumel/hotel/14/2/ en-us Copyright 1998 e-TravelMedia.com/CaribbeanMag.com Sun, 6 Jul 2008 20:39:50 EST Our five-star resort is unique with its Colonial architecture, style and services. With attractive accommodations, our hotel invites you into its beautiful gardens, and welcomes you to relax and enjoy nature's beauty. All guests will enjoy the many international cuisine choices for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. There are many additional options as well, such as casual snacks, Mediterranean pizzas, steaks from the Steak Bar, and Mexican specialties. Guests can also experience a totally unique option on the island, and choose to stay in our exclusive Royal Club section. This area will feature 3 types of room accommodations (Deluxe, Jr. Suite, Master Suite), and guests will enjoy concierge services, Jacuzzi bath tubs, in-room Internet access, and 24 hour room service. These are just some of the special features to ensure Royal Club guests experience a pampered stay. Enjoy the warm weather, beautiful landscapes, turquoise sea and the gracious service of Cozumel people. The Grand Cozumel has 252 spacious rooms and suites decorated in elegant Mexican colonial style. Room Categories: • Deluxe • Grand Concierge Deluxe • Grand Romance Deluxe All of our rooms feature: · King-size bed or two double beds · Air conditioning · Ceiling Fans · Balcony · Satellite TV · Telephone · Hair dryer · Mini fridge · Cribs and extra bed upon request · Bathroom with tub · Safety Deposit Box The resort features two illuminated tennis courts and two pools, a gym and spa services. Many other activities and sports at the Occidental Grand Cozumel such as snorkeling, volleyball, windsurfing, and aqua aerobics. Extra off-site activities include deep-sea fishing, excursions to Cozumel and Cancun, and guided visits to archeological sites in Tulum, Chichen Itza, and Xel-ha. Occidental Grand Cozumel offers a dream vacation for scuba divers in your resort package. Dive the world's second-largest reef network, featuring limestone caves and rare black coral, and the famous "Devil's Throat" a 90-foot tunnel ending in a sunlit opening at 130 feet. Interact with marine life including native toadfish, loggerhead turtles, large barracuda, and eagle rays. The Palancar Dive Center offers daily dive trips, PADI instructors, and equipment. · Shops · Beauty salon · Car and scooter rental · Motorized water sports · Palancar Dive Center, with PADI/ SSI instructors · Spa · Excursions to: Tulum, Xcaret, Chichen Itza, Xel-ha · Deep sea fishing and scuba diving trips · 18 Hole Golf course nearby · 24 hour medical attention · Baby-sitting · Laundry service · Currency exchange · Wedding and honeymoon programs Taste Mexican specialties at La Hacienda, graze the international buffet at La Posada, have a succulent steak at the Sonora Grill, or enjoy Mediterranean cuisine at Los Olivos. For more casual meals or snacks, head to La Piazza pizzeria or the outdoor Beach Club. * La Posada - Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner ( Buffet ) * Sonora Grill - Menu Style Dining ( Steak House )* * La Hacienda - Menu Style Dining ( Mexican Cuisine )* * Los Olivos - Menu Style Dining ( Mediterranean Cuisine )* * La Piazza - Dining ( Pizzeria ) * Beach Club - Lunch ( Snacks ) * Royal Club - Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner ( Royal Club guest only) Sip a tropical cocktail on the beach, or get re-acquainted over drinks in the aptly named Relax Bar. Go dancing at La Mision nightclub. * Beach Club * Lobby Bar * Relax Bar * La Mision (Bar and Disco) Type: All Inclusive No. of Rooms: 252 Diving: Dive Resort/Dive Operator Beach Location: Beach Front (Directly on Beach/Water Front) http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/hotels/Cozumel_Mexico/grandcozumel/hotel/14/2/ Sun, 6 Jul 2008 20:39:50 EST