The past couple of years I have bought baseball caps (good deals on www.hitrunscore.com). I have to wonder if this is why I have read so many negative comments on the butler service. aprata - When are you going? Iberostar Selection Paraiso Lindo 8,953 Reviews View Hotel Playa Paraiso, Playa del Carmen Iberostar Paraiso Del Mar 7,344 Reviews View Hotel Playa Paraiso, Playa del Carmen The Grand Mayan at Vidanta Riviera Maya 6,565 Reviews View Hotel Playa del Carmen, Riviera Maya Mayan Palace Riviera Maya 5,687 Reviews View Hotel Dont forget to tip the bellboys. Alternatively, you may use. . I have not heard from *aprata* so perhaps they agree with you. also you have to fill out a firm when you are at the grand off the end of your vacation with a lot off qestion the are offten asked for a name off the emplo, who did a great job for you when you were on vac. In addition, the ala carte waiters were usually very good and I'd tip them $5 per meal. 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 think we can agree to disagree on that one. They prefer for the guests to pay their help. Truthfully, I can't believe I'm spending so much time on this but I haven't been this annoyed in a while. I'm sure you are a very generous and thoughtful person. Re: how much to tip at iberostar grand? We'll be there the Saturday after Thanksgiving. I was just there and noticed that many people did tip regularly. what is a decent tip? Tipping is not much more common in some parts, it is expected in all parts of the service industry in the US, namely bartenders and waiters. Not to mention the employees, understandably, favor those tippers. You get the same service weather you tip or not, we tipped at the end of our holiday as we felt each and everyone deserved a little something, that's the good thing about these guys in iberostar they never expected anything they all went out there way to make our holiday the best it could be, wish I could have given them more, there great guys. Duh! I don't tip to get good service but because I have received good service. I may also add, it is a known practice for employees of certain hotels to pose as tourists and post comments on these wesites. Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Bed and Breakfast Playa Paraiso Playa Paraiso Holiday Rentals Playa Paraiso Holiday Packages Members who are knowledgeable about this destination and volunteer their time to answer travelers' questions. The resorts should either do away with gratuities included or enforce the rules. This topic has been closed to new posts due to inactivity. What will the Weather be Like When I Visit? Thank you for any help! I may also add, it is a known practice for employees of certain hotels to pose as tourists and post comments on these wesites. Must add, although we tipped, some did not. We try to remember the fridge person. I will no longer try to *educate* the public as to why these practices can have a negative result. An employee perphaps? aprata - When are you going? at dinner or someone makes drinks for you all day and night, how can you give them nothing? It is not necessary to carry a wallet or purse all day just in case you need to purchase or tip someone. Thank you for any help! tipping at Iberostar Grand Hotel Paraiso 15 years ago Save We are going to the Grand at the end of November, it is our first time at an all inclusive hotel. 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. 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. Buffet waiters I'd give $2 if they brought us beverages and kept our table free of dirty plates. I was surprised at how many but they have that righ and I respect that. WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE? But if the waiter is busy we will tuck it under the plate (don't shoot me!). HONEYMOON Hotels & Resorts: Playa & Beyond, Ocean trips (Catamarans, fishing , Jet Skis and more, Browse all 123,480 Playa del Carmen topics . This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. . 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. Alternatively, you may use. The only problem I can see is if extra tipping becomes expected by the employees and they hold it against non-extra tippers. There are some resorts where the acceptance of the tips are grounds for being fired. 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. The Mayan Riviera is a wildly popular vacation area and Playa del Carmen is a hotspot with many all-inclusive resorts. Where you so graciously oblige them. You really don't "need" to tip anywhere-no one will ever hold a gun to your head if you stiff your waiter (maybe they would) here in the U.S. but how many of you who say tipping isn't necessary at an AI would dream of doing that here? Who told you that the employees do not get compensated in an *all inclusive* resort? 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. And leave that tip every day ($2-3 is good). During his life experiences, he should have learned to temper his words better and talk to people like he would like to be talked to. In addition, the ala carte waiters were usually very good and I'd tip them $5 per meal. I also bring small gifts to give out. To use our mobile site, please enable JavaScript. I certainly appreciated reading different perspectives on the topic. BUT, the workers DON'T GET IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Playa Paraiso. Not everybody will agree on this tipping subject- in fact everybody has their own ideas and interpretation of what is appropriate tipping. 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". Thank you for any help! Playa Paraiso. 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 have to wonder if this is why I have read so many negative comments on the butler service. Actually though, I do. GOOD BYE --- JOHN TAYLOR ". When you have someone give you great service for 2-3 hrs. Members who are extremely knowledgeable about this destination and answer travellers questions frequently. Alternatively, you may use. Answer 11 of 83: We are going to the Grand at the end of November, it is our first time at an all inclusive hotel. Alternatively, you may use. Playa Paraiso. Thank you for any help! In my experience, most employees where we have stayed in PDC are very grateful and gracious when you give them a tip. Is it customary to tip the waiters and the bartenders, and if yes, what is a decent tip? It's called "cheap, cheap, cheap, cheap. We are going to (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? At Iberostar, it appears that tipping has become the norm even though we are already paying for it. As a travel agent, I have read your question and was concerned at the responses you were getting. I may also add, it is a known practice for employees of certain hotels to pose as tourists and post comments on these wesites. Guest at (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? more, You seem to have JavaScript disabled. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. The resorts should either do away with gratuities included or enforce the rules. does the butler get more, like $10-20 (assuming they are doing a good job)? I was tipping bartenders/waitresses $1 per round. 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. The only all-inclusive I've stayed at prohibited tips for these reasons. No it is "The Rene" that I am talking about .Lets just say: Sometimes people are better waiters than Captains.That small bit of power can change a person real fast.. How do you know what the workers get in tips that are pre-paid? For me personally, at breakfast at lunch buffet: $1-2 breakfast but only if the coffee keeps coming and they get my juice. Dont forget to tip the bellboys. Thank you for any help! Iberostar Grand Paraiso vs. It only takes a few bad apples to spoil the bunch for the rest of us. I just don't understand what people don't get here. It is NOT necessary to tip, as you are paying for an *all inclusive* , this means *everything* from (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? I hope you're talking about another Rene! They come back and complain about poor service when in fact it was only poor to THEM because they did not tip enough at a resort where it was supposed to be included. I'm sorry that it has offended you. . And leave that tip every day ($2-3 is good). 10 years ago Save You'll get lots of opinions on this one. Is it customary to tip the waiters and the bartenders, and if yes, what is a decent tip? Thank you for any help! I am stunned by some of the postings that people have made in the last few days. They come back and complain about poor service when in fact it was only poor to THEM because they did not tip enough at a resort where it was supposed to be included. Report inappropriate content 1-10 of 83 replies Sorted by 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Thank you for any help! This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. This is certainly acceptable. at dinner or someone makes drinks for you all day and night, how can you give them nothing? See if you can follow 1) Earlier you told us that you always receive great service. I was tipping bartenders/waitresses $1 per round. It is already paid for! 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. WHERE SHOULD I EAT? 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. 3) Your latest post says only a couple people get some type of "bonus". Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Playa Paraiso Bed and Breakfast Playa Paraiso Vacation Rentals Playa Paraiso Vacation Packages Those that do a really good job get presents. After a few bucks, your favorite bartender will know you by name! Excellence Riviera Cancun, Difference between Iberostar Paraiso Lindo vs Maya. Also, depending on where I am going, I do t-shirts with iron on transfers. the starfriends gets more %, because the are working different hours. They prefer for the guests to pay their help. Is it customary to tip the waiters and the bartenders, and if yes, what is a decent tip? Playa Paraiso Bed and Breakfast Playa Paraiso Holiday Rentals Playa Paraiso Packages Flights to Playa Paraiso Playa Paraiso Restaurants Playa Paraiso Attractions Playa Paraiso Travel Forum Playa Paraiso Photo Playa Paraiso Map Playa Paraiso Guide All Playa Paraiso Hotels; Playa Paraiso Hotel Deals; Last Minute Hotels in Playa Paraiso No one will tell me not to tip though. 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. Drinks $2 Unless it's Daniel at the pool bar and then $5. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in Canada. Also, depending on where I am going, I do t-shirts with iron on transfers. Put it to rest and get on with your lives and stop insulting each other. Iberostar Grand Paraiso: Resort First Timers - See 9,286 traveller reviews, 13,197 candid photos, and great deals for Playa Paraiso, Mexico, at Tripadvisor. I tipped her $2 every morning for her omlettes made to order. I base it on service. Re: tipping at Iberostar Grand Hotel Paraiso, Get answers to your questions about Playa Paraiso. If there is turndown service at night you might want to leave $1. what is a decent tip? If you still feel the need to do this, please, please do it DISCREETLY. Thank you for any help! oh and the girls who bring you ,your drinks at the pool every thime 1 dollar. coxy you are tacking this way to seriuosly, if you want to tip tip pleas. We tell our clients of this hassle free vacation and they go there only to feel uncomfortable because they see other guests tipping and it makes them look cheap. We'll be there the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Where to have taxi drop off in PDC/5th Ave? My wife also likes spinning so she is wondering if any spinning classes are offered there as well. 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. We tipped him $50 and never saw him again. This is what I tip for good service at an AI: $1USD for each round of drinks, $3 at a buffet, $5 for full service breakfast or lunch, $10 at dinner, $5 each morning for housekeeping, $2 for turndown service, $1 for person stocking drinks in the room, $1 per bag for bellman. Thank you for any help! everybody take a chill pill mr taylor is as stated in one of his posts 79 years old so give him a break he may not have all his faculties. I also made up the cards (business card blanks) that just say Gracias which I leave with the tips. We tip when there's two of us Bellboy -$5 Breakfast $2 Lunch $5 Dinner &10-20 Room service $2 Maid $2-5 morning and evening Golf cart ride $2 Drinks $2 Unless it's Daniel at the pool bar and then $5. more. Little did I know that in answering *APRATA's* question, I would ignite such a hotbed of protest. And especially your room maid. Search for the cheapest hotel deal for Iberostar Grand Paraiso in Playa del Carmen. He was incredibly busy, but still made us feel like he had all the time in the world for us. The next time that we went he was so proud to show off his new watch. Get answers to your questions about Playa Paraiso. starf told us the names who are doining a great job they are getting an exstra bonus off the end of the month. It is NOT necessary to tip, as you are paying for an *all inclusive* , this means *everything* from (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? Can I use the lazy river / wave pool at the Lindo if I stay at the Beach or Del Mar? This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. Dear guest, We would like first of all to thank you for your great review of your stay with us at Iberostar Grand Paraiso. Playa Paraiso Hotels Bed and Breakfast Playa Paraiso Playa Paraiso Holiday Rentals Flights to Playa Paraiso Playa Paraiso Restaurants Playa Paraiso Attractions Playa Paraiso Travel Forum Playa Paraiso Photos Playa Paraiso Map Playa Paraiso Guide All Playa Paraiso Hotels; Playa Paraiso Hotel Deals; Last Minute Hotels in Playa Paraiso Pools usually close around sundown so they can clean them. 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). 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. 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. I was just there and noticed that many people did tip regularly. 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. 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. Thank you for any help! I think I have answered that. Playa Paraiso. Of course there will always be those who are not comfortable in NOT giving a little something. No charge. Is it customary to tip the waiters and the bartenders, and if yes, what is a decent tip? This just doesn't add up. They deserve it! 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. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-102138523', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');Iberostar Grand Paraiso in March 2018 and I tipped as he did. Everyone has their own opinion on tipping and will follow whatever practices they deem appropriate. Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Bed and Breakfast Playa Paraiso Playa Paraiso Holiday Rentals Playa Paraiso Holiday Packages Again!!! I used to leave $4 a day for the maid but even that failed top get the fridge topped up on regualar basis. They come back and complain about poor service when in fact it was only poor to THEM because they did not tip enough at a resort where it was supposed to be included. 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. You certainly dont have to tip what you would at home, but the guideline the previous poster gave are very good. He is someones Grandfather and maybe even Great-grandfather!!! Thank you for any help! General Manager of Iberostar Grand Paraiso, iberostar grand paraiso riveria maya or paradisus rivera may. Thank you all for sharing - for some reason I was not notified of the answers in the email after the first reply, and I only got to read it all now! There is no tipping policy as this is included with your reservation. It is really the resorts fault for not doing this. more, You seem to have JavaScript disabled. Local Restaurants? Looking for best beach in Playa Del Carmen. What is it like can you use the roman bath, sauna and spa pool without extra charges. I was just there and noticed that many people did tip regularly. You don't know and if their situation was as dismal as people make it out to be then why would anyone work there? I found the service so good I wanted to tip. We can all have differing points of view, can't we? You could do a search as well. Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Playa Paraiso Bed and Breakfast I was surprised at how many but they have that righ and I respect that. The butler $5-10 depending on what he does. We tip on par with what Andrea does, with the exception of Rene. If your going soon. $499 per night (Latest starting price for this hotel). He's our Daniel, I guess. It only takes a few bad apples to spoil the bunch for the rest of us. Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Playa Paraiso Guest House 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. I think we can agree to disagree on that one. Aren't they just doing their JOB? Report inappropriate content 51-60 of 83 replies Sorted by 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 The resort boasts superb architectural features and spacious suites. oh and the girls who bring you ,your drinks at the pool every thime 1 dollar. Rene is not at (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? Their income greatly depends on it, as their salary is pretty small. I find tipping and knowing what to tip very awkward I stayed at the (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? Gimmie a break! tipping at Iberostar Grand Hotel Paraiso 15 years ago Save We are going to the Grand at the end of November, it is our first time at an all inclusive hotel. We always tip in the restaurants and at the bars as well. That being said, I do leave a couple of bucks for the maids as my kids are pigs!!! The Iberostar Paraiso Beach is centrally located on the Riviera Maya, near one of the Yucatan Peninsula's most beautiful white-sand beaches, Playa de Punta Maroma. 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 . We are going to (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? I know they say tipping is included but we always like to give a few bucks for service! We are going to (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? but only when the service is good.mister taylor is right, most off the tip the have to give to there supervisor ,and off the end off the month it will be split through all off there workers, thats what some starfriends told us when we were at the grand this july. Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Playa Paraiso Guest House For Royal PDC this september (my birthday) I have the following t's. Thank you very much, that is very helpful! I think it is a lot of money and even more reason to justify a few more dollars for those who will make that vacation memorable. Playa Paraiso. Get answers to your questions about Playa del Carmen, AIRPORT INFORMATION: Cancun Airport to Playa and resorts along the coast, PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION: Taxi, Colectivo & ADO Bus Info, AI: Adults Only and Family & Child Friendly Resorts. You should not have to pay extra for good service at such an expensive resort. It is not necessary to carry a wallet or purse all day just in case you need to purchase or tip someone. . It must be due to my "inferiority complex". Spent about 100 dollars or so. Staying at (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? Perhaps they have become accustomed to the *big* tippers and only concentrate on them. It is very obvious to me that we are seeing an issue from completely different sides because of our very different life experiences. It is like beating a dead horse. I don't think that those of us who tip a bit ruin anything for anyone. We never forget the person who stocks the fridge. I know in a past posting you just about ordered all of us to stop this discussion but who made you the boss? If there is turndown service at night you might want to leave $1. Last time, we tipped Victor $20 at the beginning, and then tipped him as he did various things for us (golf cart rides, etc.) What are the differences and exchange privileges of the IB Playa Paraiso resorts? 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. After a few bucks, your favorite bartender will know you by name! You posted with this righteous fierceness that kind of came across like your way is the only way. It only takes a few bad apples to spoil the bunch for the rest of us. Playa del Carmen Tourism Playa del Carmen Hotels Playa del Carmen Bed and Breakfast Playa del Carmen Holiday Rentals Playa del Carmen Packages The purpose being that these comments may benefit them in additional gratuities. Alternatively, you may use, Iberostar Grand Rose Hall Questions & Answers. 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? 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. Iberostar Grand Paraiso, Playa Paraiso: Bekijk 9.285 beoordelingen, 13.626 foto's en aanbiedingen voor Iberostar Grand Paraiso, gewaardeerd als nr.1 van 14 hotels in Playa Paraiso en geclassificeerd als 5 van 5 bij Tripadvisor. 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. I still am adament that flashing cash in an obvious manner to bribe for service is just plain tacky! They come back and complain about poor service when in fact it was only poor to THEM because they did not tip enough at a resort where it was supposed to be included. Playa Paraiso. Not to mention the employees, understandably, favor those tippers. i've read a bunch of posts on who to tip, but haven't seen a lot of info on how much to tip each person. 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. We will be staying for a few days and curious to everyone's tipping guide. 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. The past couple of years I have bought baseball caps (good deals on www.hitrunscore.com). . . I guess you e-mailed your close resort manager friends today, to get this wealth of info and insight. Hiya, We've booked a family vacation to the Lindo in November to celebrate my Dad's birthday and my husbands 40th birthday. Budget accommodations for solo mature female traveler? 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