The Iberostar is located on the southwest coast of Cozumel, directly on the beach, near Cozumelīs most famous tourist attraction, the Palancar Reef. 302 elegant rooms and 4 suites in bungalow-style in 2 story buildings, surrounded by lush and exuberant gardens and tropical jungle. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/hotels/Cozumel_Mexico/iberostarcozumel/hotel/20/2/ en-us Copyright 1998 e-TravelMedia.com/CaribbeanMag.com Thu, 26 Nov 2009 12:57:45 EST Situated on the southwestern coast of the island, near Cozumel's most famous attraction, the "Palancar" Reef. Only 20 minutes from the international airport, the resort is in perfect harmony with the existing ecology. ROOMS - An example of harmonious integration into the surrounding ecological environment. - Elegant bungalow-style rooms in two-story buildings. - In the quiet afternoons, the hammock on your terrace is ideal. Fully equiped rooms. FACILITIES - Spectacular, comfortable hall in the purest Caribbean style. - A paradise surrounded by magnificent gardens and tropical jungle. - SPA with gym and hairdresser, shops, logoshop, and medical service. SITUATION AND SURROUNDING - The hotel is located on the southwest coast of the island, directly on the beach, near Cozumelīs most famous tourist attraction, the "Palancar Reef", one of the worldīs largest coral reefs, and a paradise for diving and other watersports. - The hotel is an example of harmonius integration into the surrounding ecologial environment. - Peace, tranquility, relaxation, all kinds of watersports...the area is ideal of this kind of vacations. POOLS AND BEACH ZONE - Large, pleasant, refreshing swimming pools with an aqua bar. - A special pool is provided for smaller guests. - Sun terrace, hammocks, open air jacuzzi. - The coral reef near the beach is considered a diverīs paradise. Kiddieīs pool. AMENITIES: THE HOTEL OFFERS Reception with currency exchange, car hire, freshwater swimming pool and children's' pool, lounge bar, lobby bar, main restaurant with show cooking, 2 specialty restaurants: Mexican "El Sarape" and Steak-House "El Cedral", plus Palapa Grill-Snack, Disco, Health and Beauty center including massage and fitness-room, 2 tennis courts, Jacuzzi, laundry service, travel agency, hotel shop and medical service. ACCOMMODATIONS 302 elegant rooms and 4 suites in bungalow-style in 2 storey - buildings, surrounded by lush and exuberant gardens and tropical jungle. All rooms have air conditioning and ceiling fan, direct-dial telephone, mini bar, hairdryer, safety deposit box (free), satellite TV and balcony / terrace with sun beds. FOOD AND BEVERAGE All inclusive service including breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as snacks during the whole day until midnight. National and international drinks from 10:00 a.m. to 02:00 a.m. and soft drinks and beer from the minibar in the room. SPORTS AND GAMES Included in the "All inclusive" service: windsurfing, kayaks, catamaran, tennis, diving clinics in the pool and fitness-room. Our guests may also take part in the following activities, free of charge: aerobics, dance lessons, air rifle shooting and archery, billiards, table tennis, water polo, volleyball and a variety of beach games. Extra charge for: Diving (PADI Diving center) and all motorized water sports. FOR CHILDREN Children's entertainment (age 4 - 12) with activities program from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., playground, Miniclub, children's' pool, and numerous games and competitions organized by our entertainment team, mini-disco in the early evening. On request, babysitting-service (surcharge). ENTERTAINMENT Varied entertainment programme every evening with our entertainers and professional shows. ACTIVITIES: ACTIVITIES - Dance classes, aerobics, archery, volley ball, and billiards free of charge. - For those who love watersports, windsurfing, sailing, kayaking,...also free of charge! - Extra charge for: motorized watersports and diving. - We strongly recommend a trip to the Chankanaab national park with is tropical fish lagoons. SPA Services (surcharge) -Stylist services -Braids -Pedicure -Manicure -Facial treatments -Body treatments -Waxing -Massage NEARBY POINTS OF INTEREST -Palancar Reef - 3 miles (5 km) -Chankanaab National Park (lagoon) - 3 miles (5 km) -Dolphin Discovery - 3 miles (5 km) -Cozumel Country Club (golf) - 4.5 miles (7 km) -San Miguel (Cozumel's only town) - 10.5 miles (17 km) -Museum of the Island of Cozumel (in San Miguel) - 10.5 miles (17 km) -Playa del Carmen (by ferry from San Miguel) - 12 miles (20 km) -Tulum (seaside Mayan ruins) - 46 miles (75 km) -Cancun - 46 miles (75 km) Cozumel International Airport (CZM): Approximate driving time is 20 minutes and distance is 12 miles or 19 km. Driving directions from Cozumel International Airport: Leaving the airport, take the only coastal road in a southern direction (Carretera Costera Sur), which reaches the town of San Miguel after 1.2 miles (2 km). Continue on the coastal road, whose roadside posts indicate the increasing distance from San Miguel (in kilometers). Iberostar Cozumel lies 10.5 miles past the main resort area at kilometer 17 Restaurants El Cozumel - International buffet Restaurant with show cooking, Bermuda shorts permitted. El Cedral - Steakhouse and grill (reservations required) El Sarape - Mexican a la carte restaurant, elegant dress code and reservation required. El Cedral - Grill and snack bar (during the day) Lounges El Patio (lobby bar) La Ceiba (Bar and Night Club) La Perla (Swim up Bar) Some restaurants may only operate on select schedules. Some restaurants may require reservations and expect appropriate dress. Consult the hotel for hours of operation, reservation policies and dress codes. Please note the following a la carte restrictions: stays of 3-4 nights are guaranteed one reservation for a specialty restaurant, stays of 5 nights or longer are guaranteed two reservations for a specialty restaurant. Additional reservations are based upon availablility. All other dining will be at one of the hotel's buffet restaurants. Type: All Inclusive No. of Rooms: 302 Diving: Dive Resort/Dive Operator Beach Location: Beach Front (Directly on Beach/Water Front) http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/hotels/Cozumel_Mexico/iberostarcozumel/hotel/20/2/ Thu, 26 Nov 2009 12:57:45 EST