Costa Maya (Mahahual), Mexico Port Q&A
38 Costa Maya (Mahahual), Mexico traveler questions & answers
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A: There are several They aren't cheap but nice. Pay with cash only. I can't count how many times I have read about big overcharges on credit cards.
Answered by daisydoozy on January 29, 2023
A: They have bars and a big pool at port. No need to wonder to town
Answered by Willomar on January 29, 2023
A: There are many port bars, but expect to pay Miami/NY/Vegas prices. Cab into town for a more real Mexican experience.
Answered by LFCYOW on January 30, 2023
A: There are a few bars and a swimming pool right at the port. Nice port. I highly recommend CM Experiences for any excursions in the area. They were fabulous to work with.
Answered by mommabear4 on January 29, 2023
A: Yes! Down by the beach I had a 30 minute massage for $15!!!
Answered by tamgeorge29 on January 26, 2023
A: My husband had one in October at the Krazy Lobster. $20 for 45 minutes. He can't wait to go back.
Answered by cruisingcindylou on January 25, 2023
Q: Comments say the dock is a half mile long walk to the shore. Does anyone know if the ships or the Port offer transportation such as golf carts or bicycle buggys to assist those with disabilities to shore?
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A: It's just under a quarter mile and the trolley has been running for our past 3 cruises since the re-start.
Answered by daisydoozy on December 26, 2022
A: Costa Maya has a tram on the Port that's free, but customary to tip the driver's. Usually the tram holds around 30 ppl at a time
Answered by FJcruiZer on December 24, 2022
A: Both times I was there, a tram took you to and fro from ship to port.
Answered by jimbo502 on December 27, 2022
A: I'm wondering if I should cancel our excursion. I can't walk that far. And it's not a ship excursion so I doubt I can get assistance from Azamara.
Answered by CMATraveler on December 26, 2022
A: I don't remember it being a half mile long but it is definitely a long walk.
Answered by jallaway on December 26, 2022
A: there are usually golf carts talking people from the cruise to the port.
Answered by TLC0202 on December 26, 2022
Q: Can anyone recommend a beach resort with water activities? Tried Maya Chan but it’s booked out.
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A: We went to the Krazy Lobster. I believe they had water toys. It was an over cast day we went so we just drank at the tables. It was a great place. All you have to do is leave the port and take a taxi to the beach. Mahuaul beach is a $4 per person cab... ride. Have funSee More
Answered by ss644 on December 1, 2022
A: I think ours was Playa Maya. It was nice with food and drink for purchase, and water toys etc
Answered by Buskat on December 6, 2022
A: We did Malecon21. It has great reviews on Google Maps, but it just didn't hit for us. Maybe we had too high expectations for the food and service. The ugly overcast day didnt help. Also, if you haven't been before the water quality is pretty poor.... Better to just chillax on the beach with food and drinkSee More
Answered by jallaway on December 2, 2022
A: resorts for a day is a nice place to search as well.
Answered by imready2cruise on November 30, 2022
A: try booking directly through shore excursions you'll have better luck.
Answered by Raymatey on November 30, 2022
Q: Is there a place at the port of Costa Maya, or in town that sells knock-off type purses?
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A: Have been there several times. Not sure about purses there. I think your best bet would be Cozumel. Also ask the staff. They always know2 where to get the best deals. Can't wait. Halloween is going to be fabulous!
Answered by Cookie6 on October 10, 2022
A: for sure! you will see many many places with all the popular ones. my wife buys them off and on.
Answered by Grobby1967 on October 10, 2022
A: Not sure what other ports you will be getting off at but Cozumel has some great ones. Keep haggling and you will get a good deal! There is also a shop in the Bahamas right before you get to the straw market that has them. She’s a little more for. On... her prices but they look more original.See More
Answered by waccetta on October 10, 2022
A: yes plenty of places there. Please ask around Or I'll post next week when I am there and I'll be able to tell u the names of places
Answered by ericbran on October 10, 2022
A: At the port there is a bunch of stuff to do. I like the aviary. And their is a day resort. https://costamayabeachresort.com/
Answered by kjean86 on September 20, 2022
A: a trolley is available. it will take you into town..lunch on the beach, lots of shops. return trip is by taxi. I suggest a few hours here and then time at the cruise port..
Answered by imready2cruise on September 21, 2022
Q: Has anybody had a massage on the beach in costa Maya Mexico, would like to treat my wife
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A: Not quite on the beach, but there is a two story tiki hut in the shopping village you get off at that has wonderful massages and excellent prices. I never miss it. Easy to find. slightly to the left when you get past the inevitable Diamonds internati... onal. Always a must do for me.See More
Answered by cbyron3 on September 19, 2022
A: Yes, at Krazy Lobster. $30 for an hour. It was amazing! We will definitely do it again!!
Answered by johnny059qn on September 20, 2022
A: Look into spending the day at Maya Chan... They offer surprisingly inexpensive massages, and so much more!
Answered by Drizzle66 on September 19, 2022
Q: Does anyone know if Don Lolo's taco stand is still in business. If not is there someplace similar.
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Answer QuestionA: That's what we've always used when we were there
Answered by mag19 on August 24, 2022
A: They greatly enjoy US dollars. But if you have a credit card with no foreign transaction fees, use it and tell them to charge you in pesos. You’ll save a good 10% or more by not getting slammed with a bogus exchange rate.
Answered by TheVegasSphere on August 24, 2022
A: pretty much any where in the Caribbean will take USD but really keep small bills and anything big use credit card have the card calculate the conversions so you don't get scammed
Answered by SoySauce on August 25, 2022
A: always carry small bills, that way you're never out much if they don't or can't make change.
Answered by tawny4624 on August 25, 2022
A: Definitely. But don't get annoyed when you find out the locals pay less with pesos. The merchants still get charged a fee to get cash dollars back to their local currency
Answered by jallaway on August 24, 2022
A: We went to Chaccohoben ruins on a cruise sponsored excursion. It took about a hour to reach the ruins. We loved our visit to the ruins. Well worth it
Answered by julkevb on June 27, 2022
A: it takes 45 plus minutes to get to the ruins.
Answered by willwork4cruz on June 28, 2022
A: Chaccohoben ruins were amazing. Well worth the trip.
Answered by MikeNCcruiser on June 27, 2022
A: We visited the Limones Mayan Ruins and were not impressed. Much better ruins excursions offered at the Belize or Cozumel ports.
Answered by VAcruisenut on June 27, 2022
A: Go to Krazy Loster. $4 per person cab ride. Great place. Have fun.
Answered by ss644 on June 11, 2022
A: I loved the ceviche at Yaya Beach. It's a really nice, chill beach club.
Answered by LisaKitty on June 11, 2022
A: the Tropicante would be a good choice. I don't believe there's any great choices
Answered by jallaway on June 8, 2022
Q: Heading back to Costa Maya... we thoroughly enjoyed Yaya Beach, but want to try something different- simething off the Mahahual strip.Anyone familiar w/ Almaplena Beach Resort?
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A: we rented a golf cart and drove around the town and to the beach.
Answered by shirley564 on March 29, 2022
A: we just booked Almaplena, looks nice, we shall see!
Answered by juhoo26 on April 17, 2022
A: We just got back, went to the Krazy Lobster. Stayed most of the day. Cheap beer, lots of seaweed this time of year. Reef can be reached from shore for snorkeling.
Answered by monty62 on March 29, 2022
A: I've heard really good things about Maya Chan all inclusive resort but I haven't been there myself. If I remember correctly, they pick you up just outside the port and bring you back.
Answered by Marley07 on March 29, 2022
A: Nacional beach club. Got treated like royalty. Owner is a super nice guy.
Answered by sabbaghfamily on March 29, 2022
A: It's not the price of the excursion you should worry about, it is the price of the photos and video. That will be much much more than the cost of the excursion.
Answered by willwork4cruz on May 5, 2022
A: Definitely do not do a dolphin swim here the facilities here are way too small
Answered by Wendy45 on May 14, 2022
A: We did our Dolphin excursion in Anguilla..it was awesome..the Port was St. Thomas & then you take a boat to Anguilla...the exc
Answered by shantbix2013 on May 15, 2022
A: better off another port of call in Costa Maya Port is very small the facilities for the Dolphin.. better Puerto Plata, Nassau, St Thomas, Or other island available
Answered by Razor78 on May 14, 2022
A: Dolphindiscovery.com has a swim priced at $109 and an encounter priced at $79. Cruise ships and other tour groups will charge a little more to accommodate transportation and sometimes a meal.
Answered by TamLeeLa on May 5, 2022
A: we just booked at Almaplena. never been there looks nice, includes lunch, a reserved seat, and transportation.https://www.almaplenabeachresort.com/beachclub/costamaya-beach_break.htm
Answered by juhoo26 on April 17, 2022
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Answer QuestionA: it was good at Krazy Lobster. they keep the seaweed away. you can rent golf carts ahead of time, yes. look up Mahahual red shirts golf carts. they were great to work with.
Answered by jenlburt on April 9, 2022
A: not so great. it's a beach and good for hanging out
Answered by jallaway on April 8, 2022
A: The Mayan Healing Ritual was fantastic…soaking in warm flowing water in a dark warm room, a traditional sauna/sweat lodge, mud and cold water rinse, another soak in an outdoor tub and finally a massage in a hammock…unique and relaxing. Their right on... the beach and a you can refresh with a nice cocktail in a beach chair afterwards if you like (drinks not included). Highly recommended!See More
Answered by Gtowncruisers on March 17, 2022
A: We visited Chacchoben Mayan ruins a couple of years ago. Great tour. We saw and climbed several pyramids. It's about an hour bus ride from the Port.
Answered by MikeNCcruiser on March 15, 2022
A: The excursion to the Chacchoben ruins was excellent, and we still had time to explore Mahahual away from the port area. We took a short cab ride to the village, had a great lunch right on the beach (best food we had the whole trip), enjoyed a free t... equila tasting, and walked back along the beach to the lighthouse.See More
Answered by TampAGS on March 16, 2022
A: we are thinking of getting a cab to Mahahual to the Malecon and having a beach day. I hear the beaches are free. Anyone experienced in this?
Answered by mtpeace on August 18, 2022
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