What is the average tip in Playa del Carmen?

If you want to tip in pesos, a 10 pesos coin on the low side and 20 pesos bill on the high side is what you should use. We'd usually tip the maid 3-4 dollars a day by putting the money right on the pillow. We'd tip 2-3 dollars for each meal we ate in the restaurant or buffet just by leaving the cash on the table.



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It's up to you how much you tip, but the recommended amount in Mexico is between 10% – 20% (15% is a good standard in tourist areas) of the bill or ticket price.

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Firstly, if a bellhop assists you to or from your room with luggage you should tip them 2 or 3 dollars (around 40 to 60 pesos) for their help or more. Likewise the housekeeping staff should be tipped 2 to 3 dollars (40 to 60 pesos) daily.

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It's up to you how much you tip, but the recommended amount in Mexico is between 10% – 20% (15% is a good standard in tourist areas) of the bill or ticket price.

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While tipping may not be required at some all-inclusive resorts, many guests prefer to do so. In the event that you would like to tip staff during your all-inclusive vacation, it is important to find out in advance whether staff would even be allowed to accept those tips.

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Some experts recommend that you bring a total of $150 to $200 USD for tips for a 1-week stay. This equates to around $20 to $25 USD per day for all staff members who might help you throughout the day.

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Airport transfers and shuttle bus drivers often work for the resorts but also rely on tips. These individuals are generally very helpful while getting you to your final destination. The suggested tip is about 50 pesos, or $2.50.

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In small restaurants, some people tip 1000 pesos or less (about $ . 50 US); A few tip 2000 pesos (about $1 US). Most Colombians tip very little or not at all. In the finer restaurants, wealthy people tip more, about 10%.

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A general rule of thumb is $3 to $5 per night for budget and midrange hotels, and up to $10 a night for luxury hotels and resorts (or more if the service is really high end).

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Front Desk Clerks, Concierge
These tasks usually fall to the hotel concierge, who customarily receives tips for his service. Tip between $5 and $10 for exceptional service. Should the front desk staff or a concierge score you a seat at the hottest restaurant, tip up to $25.

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Some hotels automatically add a gratuity, so be sure to check your bill before tipping. Pool attendants: If a pool attendant provides towel service or assists with setting up chairs and umbrellas, a tip of $1 to $2 per service is appropriate.

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Follow the 25% rule regardless of how many days you will be in Mexico. For example, if your total budget for a seven-day vacation is 1500 USD, you should bring a total of 375 USD or 7,000 MXN.

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Room service: If the hotel hasn't already added a gratuity, tip this person the same way you would a server or bartender in the restaurant downstairs: 15% to 20%. Door staff: No need to tip for someone opening the door.

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For hotel and waiting staff: one US dollar (equivalent in Mexican pesos) per bag for porters; a 10% tip of the bill (or what the bill would likely have been if the plan was a-la-carte instead of all inclusive) left on the table after each meal or round of drinks at the bar; and a tip for the chamber maids (see above) ...

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