The enormous growth of tourism in Mexico is reflected in the wide range of hotels from the modern, elegant and expensive to the clean and modest. There are a variety of chain hotels throughout Mexico as well as ‘dude’ ranches, thermal spas and resorts that feature specific facilities. Reservations should be confirmed by hotels in writing at the time of booking as hotel tariffs are liable to alteration at any time; it is especially important to make reservations when travelling in the high season. There is a wide range of prices with plenty of choice throughout the country; every hotel is required to display officially approved rate schedules, but the visitor should note that most rates do not include meals. There are also a number of more modest guest houses (casas de huespedes). Mexico operates a 5-star grading system similar to that in Europe, with an additional Gran Turismo category. All hotels are covered.

The Pico de Orizaba and Cofre de Perote National Parks near Xalapa have camping areas, but the the most popular regions for camping are the Baja California peninsula, Sonora, Chihuahua and Coahuila. The forests of Campeche and Chiapas also offer beautiful settings to pitch a tent. The western Pacific coast has excellent caravan ‘hookups’ while Baja California is far more informal and isolated. The number of caravan parks along Mexico’s major motorways is growing, and there is no difficulty in locating places to park.

Mexican Hotel and Motel Association
CP 11590, Thiers 83, Colonia Anzurez, México DF, Mexico
Tel: (5) 203 0466/6946.
Website: www.hotelesenmexico.com.mx