Great Parnassus Resort & Spa

Located at the South end of the Cancun hotel zone by Playa Delphines.

Distance from airport: 15 minutes
Distance from attractions: Nearby
Distance from beach: On the beach
Distance from downtown: 20 minutes
Location transportation options: Bus and taxi
Car rentals at hotel: Yes
Parking: Yes, free of charge

Hotel rating: 3
Number of rooms: 500


Room category descriptions:

• DL - Deluxe Room
  Oceanview with balcony, cable TV, clock radio, hair dryer, iron & ironing board, telephone with voicemail, and safety deposit box
  Occupancy: 3 adults/4 total
  Bedding: 1 king or 2 double beds
• FR - Family Room
  Oceanview with balcony, cable TV, clock radio, hair dryer, iron & ironing board, telephone with voicemail, and safety deposit box
  Occupancy: 3 adults/5 total
  Bedding: 1 king or 2 double beds and 3 bunk beds
• CR - Club Room
  Oceanview, room features a double whirlpool, minibar, CD stereo system, coffee maker, make-up mirror, bathrobes, and slippers. Continental breakfast and afternoon cocktails at the Private Club. Enjoy fresh flowers, sparkling wine, and fruit basket upon arrival. One private in-room gourmet dinner and the Cancun Queen Lagoon Cruise, Monday afternoon only. Adults 18 years of age and older only.
  Occupancy: 2 adults/2 total
  Bedding: 1 king or 2 double beds
• LS - Lagoon Suite
  Lagoon front, features a double-size balcony, steam showers, whirlpool, minibar, CD stereo system, coffee makers, make-up mirror, bathrobes, and slippers. Enjoy fresh flowers, sparkling wine, and fruit basket upon arrival. One private gourmet dinner, Cancun Queen Lagoon Cruise Monday afternoon only, continental breakfast, and afternoon cocktails at the Private Club. Adults 18 years of age and older.
  Occupancy: 2 adults/2 total
  Bedding: 1 king or 2 double beds

• OS - Ocean Suite
  Oceanfront, features a double-size balcony, steam showers, whirlpool, minibar, CD stereo system, coffee makers, make-up mirror, bathrobes, and slippers. Enjoy fresh flowers, sparkling wine, and fruit basket upon arrival. One private gourmet dinner, Cancun Queen Lagoon Cruise Monday afternoon only, continental breakfast, and afternoon cocktails at the Private Club. Adults 18 years of age and older.
  Occupancy: 2 adults/2 total
  Bedding: 1 king or 2 double beds

Room details:

• Air conditioning: Yes
• Bathroom amenities: Hair dryer in all rooms; make-up mirror, bathrobes, slippers, steam shower, and outdoor whirlpool in some rooms.
• Balcony: Yes
• Cribs: Yes, additional charges may apply
• Internet access: Yes, additional charges may apply
• Iron/ironing board: Yes
• Kitchen facilities: Coffee makers and minibar in some rooms
• Rollaway beds: Yes, additional charges may apply
• Safe deposit box: Yes, in some rooms at no additional cost
• Smoke alarm/sprinklers: Yes/no
• Telephone: Yes
• Television/radio: Yes/yes, with alarm clock

Hotel details:

• Babysitting service: Yes, additional charges apply
• Check-in/check-out: 3:00pm/12 noon
• Children ages: Children 8 years of age and under stay free with adult using existing bedding for the Deluxe room.
• Concierge: Yes
• Courtesy room/day room: Yes
• Housekeeping service: Daily
• Luggage check/storage: Yes
• Luggage porter/bellhop: Yes
• Guest services: Laundry service and doctor on-call

Dining facilities:

• Magnus Restaurant - Food court with 12 different cuisine stations, open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• Manhattan - New York kosher-style deli, open for breakfast, lunch, and late night dinner
• Bora Bora - Snack bar by the pool, serves lunch
• Elite Launch - Breakfast à la carte and hors d'oeuvres
• Patisserie - Sweet crepes, desserts, and coffee
• Carrousel - Lunch buffet, a favorite for kids
• Tasca Espanola - Spanish specialties, serves lunch à la carte
• Portofino - Seafood à la carte, open for dinner
• Samurai - Tepanyaki à la carte Japanese, open for dinner
• Big Ben Steak House - à la carte, open for dinner
• Meson de Michelle - Gourmet international nouvelle cuisine, serving à la carte. Dress code - no beachwear, gentlemen must wear pants, a collared shirt, and closed toed shoes.

Room service: Yes, 24 hours, additional charges may apply

Cocktail lounges/bars:

• Atlantis - Adults-only bar
• Oktoberfest Bar
• Le Vin et Fromage Bar - Serves wine and cheese
• Lobby Bar
• Samoa Beach Bar
• Caribbean Swim-up Bar - Adults-only pool bar
• Bongo Swim-up Bar
• Conga - Adults only pool bar
• Paola's Sports Bar

Entertainment: Evening entertainment shows, theme nights, and live music

Pool: Yes, 4
Whirlpool: Yes, 3 outdoors
Beach: Located on the beach, at the south end of Cancun's hotel zone
Watersports: Non-motorized at nearby marina, free of charge
Spa: Yes, offers a variety of spa treatments, as well as a beauty parlor
Fitness center: Yes
Tennis: Yes, 2 lighted courts
Shopping: Jewelry shop, arts and crafts shop, boutique, and tobacco shop
Other: 1 lighted multi-purpose court, 1,000 meters of "Rain Forest" mini golf, "Treasure Island" waterpark, movie-style theater for 400 people, sauna, and steam bath

Full All-Inclusive Plan Rating features include:

• Room accommodations
• Unlimited food and beverage
• 24-hour room service
• Domestic international beverages
• All resort fitness and recreation facilities
• All resort activities and entertainment
• Non-motorized watersports at marina nearby
• Exchange privileges with sister hotel Golden Parnassus Resort (adults-only)
• Shuttle service to sister hotel Golden Parnassus Resort
• All taxes and gratuities

• Minimum check-in age: 18
• Credit card deposit required upon check-in: Yes
• Spring break students allowed: No

• Most recent renovations: 2007

Yearly Maintenance as follows in 2012:

• Castle in Children's Water Park, from October 22-November 8 (Pirate Ship remains open)
• Pirate's Boat , from November 12-November 17 (Castle remains open)
• Lifts borders & floors around them, those next to the Crepérie (near the lobby) November 12-November 17.

• Exchange privileges with the sister hotel the Golden Parnassus Resort & Spa (adults only)
• Offers adults-only rooms, as well as family rooms for up to 3 children

• Active property

Children ages: 2 children 8 years of age and under stay and eat for free with paying adult in Deluxe room (DL). Children 9-17 years of age pay Junior rate when using existing bedding. One child 8 years of age and under can stay and eat for free with paying adult in Family room (FR). Second and third child pay Junior rate when using existing bedding. Valid for travel through December 23, 2001. Rates subject to change without notice.
Travel December 24, 2001 - December 23, 2012, children 12 year of age and under pay child rate. Children 13-17 years of age pay Junior rate, when using existing bedding. Pricing is subject to change without notice.
Children's activity program:

• Baby Club - For 18 months to 3 years of age
• Kid's Club - For 4-12 years of age
• Teen's Club - For 13-18 years of age

Babysitting service: Yes, additional charges apply
Children's amenities: Kids pool, play area, and waterpark