For most international visitors, we recommend using only three stars and above in Mexico City, Guadalajara and other metropolitan areas only four star and above properties are recommended. In 1999, over 1500 properties received certification as either meeting or exceeding AAA standars. Exceeds AAA minimun requirements. Most tourist class hotels offer small inroom refrigerators. Refer to the price list before diving in.
Items are generally expensive.
Bottom floors in Mexico are referred to as the planta baja. Even with pre-paid vouchers, guests are asked for a credit card for incidentals. A charge slip is run and the guest is asked to sign the blank slip. While somewath unusual elsewhere, this is a common practice in Mexico and should not be viewed with suspicion. Often there will be a line, and the final tally of your charges may take a few minutes.