Hotel Barceló Costa Cancún

Overview

Description

Discover the enchanting paradise that is Barceló Costa Cancún. This lovely, Mediterranean-style complex is on the beach in a Caribbean bay with a view of Playa Linda; it is distinguished by its excellent service of the highest quality.

It also offers visits to the principal archaeological attractions in the area, national parks, and adventure activities that include interaction with local communities. Some of the famous places to visit in the area are Chichén Itzá, Tulum, Coba, Isla Mujeres, Cozumel, Parque Xel-Ha, Parque Xcaret, and the cenotes in the Riviera Maya.

Rooms

358

Making a Difference

Number of employees: 350

Percentage of local employees: 100%

Waste management:

• Separation of garbage (glass, plastic, paper, cardboard and aluminum).
• Dangerous substances are not thrown into the trash; they are saved and turned over to a recycling company.

Reduction of materials:

• We’ve reduced the use of straws and stir sticks.
• We use paper cups instead of plastic ones.
• We use biodegradable soaps and cleaners.
• The rooms have shampoo, conditioner, and gel dispensers in the bathroom, instead of little plastic bottles.

Water and energy conservation:

• We promote reuse of towels and sheets in guest rooms.
• Lights are connected to movement detectors in rooms and public baths.
• Gardens are irrigated with efficient sprinklers.

Rates

$101 – $150

For more information about our rates, visit our Web site or write to .

Getting There

Nearest international airport: Cancún (CUN).

Distance, by land, to the nearest airport: 13 miles

Additional Information

Additional Web sites

• costacancungreenglobe.blogspot.com/ (available in Spanish). Blog site created by the Hotel Costa Cancún with information about Green Globe certification and other issues related to the mitigation of effects from climate change.

Date This Information Was Provided

December 2008.

Photos courtesy of Hotel Barceló Costa Cancún, Mexico, for SustainableTrip.org.