Your stay — PRINCESA TOWER
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The Property — PRINCESA TOWER
Princesa Tower is a practical beachfront stay on Acapulco's Costera Miguel Alemán, with a blue-tiled lobby that opens straight onto the sand. It's a no-frills 3-star: clean rooms, a decent pool and a restaurant that does good seafood. Suits budget-conscious travellers who want to step off the hotel terrace onto the beach without paying resort prices.
Chronicles of Acapulco de Juarez
Acapulco was a small fishing village until the 16th century, when it became the Pacific terminus of the Manila Galleon trade route, linking Asia to the Spanish Empire. Its modern identity as a resort began in the 1930s, when Hollywood stars and Mexican elites built mid-century modernist hotels along the bay. The city's architectural legacy includes the iconic 1936 Hotel Los Flamingos and the 1958 Grande Dame of the coast, the Princess. Today, Acapulco balances its faded glamour with a laid-back beach culture, though safety concerns and competition from newer resorts have tempered its once-ubiquitous tourist pull.
Best Time to Visit
Full Acapulco de Juarez guide →Best months
December to April: dry season with low humidity, clear skies, and daytime highs around 32°C. Fewer storms than summer, and crowds are manageable before Christmas or after Easter.
Peak / festival surge
December to Easter (especially Christmas/New Year and Semana Santa). Hotel prices double; the bay fills with Mexican holidaymakers. The 2026 Acapulco Fest (mid-January) draws crowds for concerts and events.
Budget shoulder season
May and November: weather is still good but quieter, prices drop 20-30%, and you avoid both the rain and the peak winter rush.
Weather & packing
Acapulco is tropical with a distinct wet season (June-October) that often brings short, heavy afternoon downpours. Pack light cottons, a swimsuit, and a compact rain jacket or umbrella for sudden showers.
Live City Briefing — Acapulco de Juarez
- After Hurricane Otis in 2023, the Costera Miguel Alemán and main beachfront have been fully rebuilt; most hotels and restaurants are back in operation.
- A new direct bus line from Acapulco's central station to the hotel area (Ruta 1) now runs every 15 minutes, making it easier to avoid taxis.
- The city council has placed additional security patrols along the tourist strip for summer 2026, responding to past safety concerns.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to PRINCESA TOWER, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 5 to 8 facing the east side (away from the main coastal road). These floors are high enough to reduce street noise but low enough for reliable lift access during busy periods.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1 to 3 and those directly above the main entrance or lift lobby. Street-level rooms suffer from traffic noise and potential late-night foot traffic from the nearby zócalo area.
Best views
Ask for a room facing east for a partial view of the Sierra Madre foothills and the city skyline, avoiding the direct western sun that beats down on the bay side.
Quietest floors
Floors 5 to 8 are the quietest at Princesa Tower, as they sit above the street-level bustle but below the top floors where service machinery or roof terrace noise might occur.
🔊 Noise notes
Acapulco de Juarez has heavy traffic along the Costera Miguel Alemán, which runs near the hotel. Expect honking and motorcycle noise from street-facing rooms, especially on weekends. The hotel’s lift lobby can be noisy during morning and evening check-in rushes.
Insider tips
1. Request a room on the east side and bring earplugs if you’re a light sleeper, as the city’s nightlife generates low-level bass until late. 2. Check-in after 3pm to avoid the lobby queue and increase your chance of getting a higher floor if the hotel is flexible.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — PRINCESA TOWER
Free Wi-Fi in lobby and rooms; typical speed 5–10 Mbps, one device per room
One elevator serves all 5 floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand; lobby TV shows local news
Check-in 15:00, check-out 12:00; early bag drop from 10:00 free; late check-out until 15:00 costs 300 MXN (subject to availability)
Free for same-day arrivals/departures; no overnight storage
Step-free entrance via accessible ramp; no wheelchair-accessible rooms (standard-width doors); lift fits standard wheelchair
Free on-site street parking (unmarked, first-come first-served); no valet or EV charging; nearest public car park at Calle 8, 50 MXN per night
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 3% of room rate (approx 30–50 MXN per night) collected at check-in
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; 500 MXN incidental hold on credit card at check-in
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Banamex — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Estrella de Oro — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Mexican Peso, MXN
Best rates at bank ATMs (Banamex, Santander) or casa de cambio; avoid airport and tourist bureaux for poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and supermarkets; smaller stalls and taxis prefer cash; contactless not yet common.
10-15% in restaurants for good service; small change for taxi drivers not expected but appreciated; hotel porters 20-50 MXN.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Street-side coffee from a local stand: 15-25 MXN.
Comida corrida (set menu) at a local fonda: 70-100 MXN.
Main course at a mid-range taquería or seafood place: 120-180 MXN.
Tacos, tamales, and elotes sold from stalls along Costera Miguel Alemán and around the Zócalo.
Soriana, Chedraui, and Walmart are the main budget supermarket chains here.
Mercado de Artesanías or the central market for affordable clothing and souvenirs.
Local peseros (shared vans) at 10-15 MXN per ride; from the airport, take the colectivo van (about 200 MXN) to the hotel zone.
[1] Use ATMs inside banks during daylight to avoid card skimming; [2] Eat at market stalls and fondas for authentic, low-cost meals; [3] Negotiate prices at markets, but only with small bills.
Good to know — Acapulco de Juarez
Type A/B · 127V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ MX$17.51 · MXN
Emergency Contacts
Acapulco de JuarezWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Acapulco de Juarez, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at PRINCESA TOWER
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Banamex — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Costera Miguel Alemán (main strip) → Hotel Posada Zaira del Mar (near Sanborns)
💡 Flag it down on Costera — drivers stop anywhere. Sit near the front and keep your bag on your lap. Exact change or small bills only; drivers rarely break 100-peso notes.
Acapulco International Airport (ACA) → Hotel Posada Zaira del Mar (drop-off at Costera corner)
💡 Find the white 'Acapulco Aero Express' sign outside arrivals. It’s a shared van — can stop multiple times. Only boards once full or every 30 min. Great value if your flight lands in daytime.
Acapulco International Airport (ACA) → Hotel Posada Zaira del Mar
💡 Buy a prepaid ticket from the kiosk inside the arrivals hall. Don't hail taxis outside the terminal — they charge double. Ask for a small car, not a van, to save 50–100 MXN.
Hotel Posada Zaira del Mar lobby → Zócalo (main square)
💡 Ask the front desk to call a sitio taxi — they’re safer and charge a fixed rate per zone. Confirm the price before you get in. Avoid green-and-white cabs roaming Costera at night.
About Acapulco de Juarez
Wikipedia ↗
Acapulco de Juárez (Spanish: [akaˈpulko ðe ˈxwaɾes] ), commonly called Acapulco ( AK-ə-PUUL-koh, US also AHK-; Nahuatl languages: Acapolco), is a city and major seaport in the state of Guerrero on the Pacific Coast of Mexico, 380 kilometres (240 mi) south of Mexico City. Located on a deep, semicirc...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at PRINCESA TOWER?
Request a room on floors 5 to 8 facing the east side (away from the main coastal road). These floors are high enough to reduce street noise but low enough for reliable lift access during busy periods.
Which rooms should I avoid at PRINCESA TOWER?
Avoid rooms on floors 1 to 3 and those directly above the main entrance or lift lobby. Street-level rooms suffer from traffic noise and potential late-night foot traffic from the nearby zócalo area.
Is PRINCESA TOWER noisy?
Acapulco de Juarez has heavy traffic along the Costera Miguel Alemán, which runs near the hotel. Expect honking and motorcycle noise from street-facing rooms, especially on weekends. The hotel’s lift lobby can be noisy during morning and evening check-in rushes.
Which rooms have the best views at PRINCESA TOWER?
Ask for a room facing east for a partial view of the Sierra Madre foothills and the city skyline, avoiding the direct western sun that beats down on the bay side.
What are insider tips for staying at PRINCESA TOWER?
1. Request a room on the east side and bring earplugs if you’re a light sleeper, as the city’s nightlife generates low-level bass until late. 2. Check-in after 3pm to avoid the lobby queue and increase your chance of getting a higher floor if the hotel is flexible.
What time is check-in at PRINCESA TOWER?
Check-in at PRINCESA TOWER is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does PRINCESA TOWER have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi in lobby and rooms; typical speed 5–10 Mbps, one device per room
Is there a city or tourist tax at PRINCESA TOWER?
3% of room rate (approx 30–50 MXN per night) collected at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near PRINCESA TOWER?
Comida corrida (set menu) at a local fonda: 70-100 MXN.
What is the cheapest way to get around from PRINCESA TOWER?
Local peseros (shared vans) at 10-15 MXN per ride; from the airport, take the colectivo van (about 200 MXN) to the hotel zone.
When is the best time to visit Acapulco de Juarez?
December to April: dry season with low humidity, clear skies, and daytime highs around 32°C. Fewer storms than summer, and crowds are manageable before Christmas or after Easter.
Top Attractions in Acapulco de Juarez
💡 Buy a bag of fresh mango with chilli from the vendors on the north side. The adjacent Cathedral of Our Lady of Solitude is free to enter and has a striking blue dome.
💡 Donation requested but not enforced. The shop sells affordable replica masks. The stairs are steep, so take care. Closed on Mondays.
💡 Arrive 30 minutes early to get a spot at the public viewing area. The 1pm low-tide show is the most dramatic because the water is shallower.
💡 Bring your own snacks. The park's food stalls are overpriced. Early morning is best to avoid heat and see animals active. The small botanical garden corner is free.
💡 Entry costs around 80 pesos (about £3.50). Go on a Sunday for free admission if you're a Mexican national or resident. The rooftop offers a good view of the bay.