All inclusive Caribbean beachfront resort with large oversized hotel rooms, four swimming pools, children's programs, recently remodeled family friendly oceanview hotel on Cozumel Island, Mexico. Located on a powder white sandy beach on the northern Hotel Zone of Isla Cozumel, facing the crystal waters of the Mexican Caribbean. This elegant all inclusive resort is only five minutes from downtown and the shopping area. Here you can find romance, excitement or relaxation. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/hotels/Cozumel_Mexico/elcozumeleno/hotel/17/2/ en-us Copyright 1998 e-TravelMedia.com/CaribbeanMag.com Thu, 26 Nov 2009 02:09:55 EST 252 oversized rooms, beautifully decorated all with air conditioning, satellite television, DDI telephone... Balconies with Breathtaking views, king size beds or two double beds, hair dryer in room, safety deposit boxes. There is no better view on the Island than the one from your balcony, turquoise waters and painted sunsets are standard features. El Cozumeleņo is located on the Mexico's Caribbean Dream Island: Cozumel. Only 30 miles long and 9 miles wide, Isla Cozumel might have been the First Caribbean island vacations spot. As evidenced by the Castillo and San Gervasio ruins; these vestiges of Mayan visits document the legacy of Cozumel as a resort for hundred of years past. Today's Cozumel retains a casual, relaxing atmosphere of good sun, good sea and good times, but Cozumel's truly captivating charms are found at the shoreline. Ribbons of white sand beach interrupt a shallow coral coastline, which leads southward to the Palancar Reef. Deluxe Rooms (North Tower): * Bedding - 1 king size * Occupancy limits - 2 adults, 2 total * All rooms include satellite television, air conditioning, telephone and mini fridge. * These are suite sized rooms with an ocean view, there is no division between the room and sitting area. Ocean View Rooms (North Tower): * Bedding - 2 double beds or 1 king size bed * Occupancy limits - 4 adults, 2 adults - 2 children, 4 total * All rooms include satellite television, air conditioning, telephone and private balcony or terrace. Most of these rooms in the North Tower (the original building) are about 77m2 (231 sq.ft.) including the terrace. Ocean View Rooms (South Tower): * Bedding - 2 doubles or 1 king size bed and sofa * Occupancy limits - 4 adults, 2 adults - 2 children, 4 total * All rooms include satellite television, air conditioning, telephone and private balcony or terrace. * Rooms in the South Tower are regular superior size and offer ocean view. Caribbean design, style, and atmosphere suffuse the El Cozumeleno Beach Resort, which contains 252 guestrooms in two towers. The resort's many activities include shows produced by the activity/entertainment staff at the resort's open-air theater three nights weekly. A lovely plaza next to the indoor pool contains a colorful ceramic fountain, plus a black-and-white chess set with pieces the size of third graders. Also within the resort are a small, air-conditioned fitness center, a children's activities center, and a dive center for arranging scuba diving and snorkeling excursions. Like most Cozumel hotels, the El Cozumeleno recommends against drinking tap water and supplies bottled water. ACTIVITIES: Excitement or relaxation. Some of the activities that you can find here are: Snorkeling Lessons, Scuba Diving Introductory Lessons, Bicycle Tours, Kayaking, Windsurfing, Aerobics and Volleyball at no extra charge. At the Dive shop, you can arrange different activities such as Scuba Diving Tours, Deep Sea Fishing, Jet Skies, Parasailing all at an additional cost. It is all up to you your mate and your children to enjoy just the right amount of fun and activity you desire. The kids activity program is professionally staffed for maximum fun and peace of mind. SCUBA DIVING: The resort offers premier diving provided by Ocean Tours as well as a private pier. About 80,000 of the island's annual visitors come for one thing: the areas incomparable scuba diving. With over 30 kilometers of reefs, water visibility to 200 feet, considered by many the finest dive destination in the Western Hemisphere. Water temperatures range from summer highs in the low 80īs F to winter highs in the low 70īs F. Popular sites include Paraiso Reef, Chankanaab Caves and Reef, Santa Rosa Wall, Maracaibo Reef, and Palancar Reef (the second largest reef in the world). SNORKELING: You will find great snorkeling right at the hotel. Many of Cozumel`s best spots are within splashing distance from shore. Equipment rentals are available throughout the island ($5 - 8 usd/day) The western side of the island is dotted with dozens of excellent sites. DINING/RESTARUANTS: Type: All Inclusive No. of Rooms: 252 Beach Location: Beach Front (Directly on Beach/Water Front) http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/hotels/Cozumel_Mexico/elcozumeleno/hotel/17/2/ Thu, 26 Nov 2009 02:09:55 EST