GOOD BYE --- JOHN TAYLOR ". Let them know you are unhappy, point out why, whom, whatever and let them know that your vacation experienced has been affected by the lack of service. There are some resorts where the acceptance of the tips are grounds for being fired. Playa Paraiso. I can only summize that the people who ARE tipping were not aware of this or think they will get better service if they do. This is certainly acceptable. The difference is this - Go to an AI and tipping is included or as we say the gratuity is automatically paid at the time of booking. Is it customary to tip the waiters and the bartenders, and if yes, what is a decent tip? How can you say the difference is just cheap, cheap, cheap? Perhaps they have become accustomed to the *big* tippers and only concentrate on them. The purpose being that these comments may benefit them in additional gratuities. . I don't pass judgement on anyone who chooses not to tip but I resent being made to feel guilty for giving a few dollars to someone who has worked very hard for me and who makes near slave wages. Buffet waiters I'd give $2 if they brought us beverages and kept our table free of dirty plates. Thank you for any help! Any advise. She remembered my 3 egg omelette ingredients after my first morning there. It only takes a few bad apples to spoil the bunch for the rest of us. Some refer to it as trolling. I didn't notice any difference in the level of serviceafter all, tipping is usually at the end of a service performed, right? If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. It is NOT necessary to tip, as you are paying for an *all inclusive* , this means *everything* from (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? oh and the girls who bring you ,your drinks at the pool every thime 1 dollar. . I was just there and noticed that many people did tip regularly. This is not the environment we want for our clients. what is a decent tip? To use our mobile site, please enable JavaScript. Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Playa Paraiso Bed and Breakfast Playa Paraiso Vacation Rentals Playa Paraiso Vacation Packages . If you ask for something special (such as drinks for the mini-bar $1-2 is good). This is not Grand specific, but we also tip similarly to Andrea. We'll be there the Saturday after Thanksgiving. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-8604587', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');the Grand we had pretty disappointing service (not terrible or even bad, but compared to other meals it was definitely disappointing). You posted with this righteous fierceness that kind of came across like your way is the only way. If you don't want to tip that's fine--and believe me there are a lot more people who don't tip at all than people who do. See if you can follow 1) Earlier you told us that you always receive great service. Welcome to Iberostar Playa Paraso Golf Club, a stunning location surrounded by nature, exotic animals and ancient ruins. at dinner or someone makes drinks for you all day and night, how can you give them nothing? at dinner or someone makes drinks for you all day and night, how can you give them nothing? I was tipping bartenders/waitresses $1 per round. I also made up the cards (business card blanks) that just say Gracias which I leave with the tips. This time we have found a cheaper rate on Orbitz and Travelocity - I am leary of booking by this. Answer 11 of 83: We are going to the Grand at the end of November, it is our first time at an all inclusive hotel. Who told you that the employees do not get compensated in an *all inclusive* resort? He was incredibly busy, but still made us feel like he had all the time in the world for us. Is it customary to tip the waiters and the bartenders, and if yes, what is a decent tip? On my last day I left small Thank You cards for the wonderful Star Team members and the staff working at the towel hut who I made good friends with during my two week stay. Where you so graciously oblige them. I was tipping bartenders/waitresses $1 per round. I don't tip to get good service but because I have received good service. Thank you for any help! just because we're told that gratuities are "included" it doesn't mean that the employee gets any of what we pay-it just means the resort says you don't have to give them anything. Gimmie a break! I will say that the reception and the entertainment staff were 5 star. Book Iberostar Grand Paraiso, Playa Paraiso on Tripadvisor: See 9,285 traveler reviews, 13,626 candid photos, and great deals for Iberostar Grand Paraiso, ranked #1 of 14 hotels in Playa Paraiso and rated 5 of 5 at Tripadvisor. And especially your room maid. what is a decent tip? My co-workers and superiors are finding these comments quite interesting. Who told you that the employees do not get compensated in an *all inclusive* resort? I don't tip to get good service but because I have received good service. Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Playa Paraiso Guest House the starfriends gets more %, because the are working different hours. We first encountered the full force of tipping when we went to Florida (2001), where we felt that it was expected of us and that it had to be 15% or more! Thank you for any help! Report inappropriate content 1-10 of 83 replies Sorted by 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Iberostar Grand Paraiso: Iberostar Grand Parisio is the best hotel we have ever experienced. you got it nothing beats a crowded bar or restaurant and not having to wait forever for what ever it is you need i have been a plumber for 33 years and during busy season my clients that pay faster or more prompt get the better service that is just a fact of life maybe the average joe cant comprehend that oh well hopetheir drink comes soon cause im on my second ha ha. This is what I tip for good service at an AI: $1USD for each round of drinks, $3 at a buffet, $5 for full service breakfast or lunch, $10 at dinner, $5 each morning for housekeeping, $2 for turndown service, $1 for person stocking drinks in the room, $1 per bag for bellman. It doesn't help anybody. What is there to do? just came back from the grand hotel paraiso,we tipped mostly breakfast,2 dollars, lunch mostly 3 dollars,and the spec rest,depense karim at the italian was perfect we gave him 10 dollars,the jappanees 5 dollars,and in the lobbybar 5 dollars as we left for dinner,after a couple off drinks.the cleaninglady total 20 dollars, and turndouwn 5 dollars.butler 10 dollars and bellman 5 dollars . We use the water and sometimes the coke. I can only summize that the people who ARE tipping were not aware of this or think they will get better service if they do. No one will tell me not to tip though. I can see both sides of the argument made here - I wish too there was not tipping culture, instead I would prefer to pay more for the service upfront.. but when the precedent is there, what are you going to do? Playa Paraiso. You should not have to pay extra for good service at such an expensive resort. Of course, once this practice gets started, it does affect YOUR service. I have not heard from *aprata* so perhaps they agree with you. Remember that if you give a GIFT you need to leave a note saying that its a gift and give your name/room number (I made up little cards on my computer with this information). At Iberostar, it appears that tipping has become the norm even though we are already paying for it. To use our mobile site, please enable JavaScript. What are the differences and exchange privileges of the IB Playa Paraiso resorts? I was surprised at how many but they have that righ and I respect that. AKUMAL BAY: How do I get there? Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Playa Paraiso Guest House We try to remember the fridge person. . I also tIpped the shuttle drivers $2-3 dollars every time I needed a ride as I was staying in building 70 on the oceanfront and it was a long walk to the main areas of the resort. Dye designed this magnificent place . It is already paid for! If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. When you have someone give you great service for 2-3 hrs. We tell our clients of this hassle free vacation and they go there only to feel uncomfortable because they see other guests tipping and it makes them look cheap. You certainly dont have to tip what you would at home, but the guideline the previous poster gave are very good. As a travel agent, I have read your question and was concerned at the responses you were getting. Put it to rest and get on with your lives and stop insulting each other. Playa Paraiso. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. During his life experiences, he should have learned to temper his words better and talk to people like he would like to be talked to. just came back from the grand hotel paraiso,we tipped mostly breakfast,2 dollars, lunch mostly 3 dollars,and the spec rest,depense karim at the italian was perfect we gave him 10 dollars,the jappanees 5 dollars,and in the lobbybar 5 dollars as we left for dinner,after a couple off drinks.the cleaninglady total 20 dollars, and turndouwn 5 dollars.butler 10 dollars and bellman 5 dollars . at dinner or someone makes drinks for you all day and night, how can you give them nothing? Is it customary to tip the waiters and the bartenders, and if yes, what is a decent tip? The past couple of years I have bought baseball caps (good deals on www.hitrunscore.com). Buffet waiters I'd give $2 if they brought us beverages and kept our table free of dirty plates. Of course there will always be those who are not comfortable in NOT giving a little something. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-8469969', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');airfare, transfers, hotel, taxes, meals, non-motorized watersports, and GRATUITIES are included. . This is why I am trying the grand parisio. What time do the pools and the beach close at the Iberostar Grand ? I hope you enjoy your stay at the Iberostar Grand Paraiso and keep your pesos for shopping! . The past couple of years I have bought baseball caps (good deals on www.hitrunscore.com). It only takes a few bad apples to spoil the bunch for the rest of us. Playa Paraiso. We only use pesos. If you still feel the need to do this, please, please do it DISCREETLY. What people decide to do outside of this advise is their own business. If you don't want to tip that's fine--and believe me there are a lot more people who don't tip at all than people who do. Playa Del Carmen Boutique, Budget & BeachHotels. When you have someone give you great service for 2-3 hrs. Duh! Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Playa Paraiso Bed and Breakfast Playa Paraiso Holiday Rentals Playa Paraiso Packages . Rene is not at (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? It said that a couple of employees would get some type of "bonus". You'll get lots of opinions on this one. Also, depending on where I am going, I do t-shirts with iron on transfers. Thank you for any help! All tips are very appreciated and dont forget your omelette maker. more. You have already paid your *premium* price for this service. Of course, once this practice gets started, it does affect YOUR service. And leave that tip every day ($2-3 is good). Thanks in. Thank you for any help! Is it customary to tip the waiters and the bartenders, and if yes, what is a decent tip? You have already paid your *premium* price for this service. also you have to fill out a firm when you are at the grand off the end of your vacation with a lot off qestion the are offten asked for a name off the emplo, who did a great job for you when you were on vac. Now on page 6 you've come back with many paragraphs of misleading information. BUT, the workers DON'T GET IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thank you for any help! Buffet waiters I'd give $2 if they brought us beverages and kept our table free of dirty plates. We leave money each day for housekeeping since you might not have the same housekeeper each day. If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. Just returned from Iberostar Grand Any Questions? i've read a bunch of posts on who to tip, but haven't seen a lot of info on how much to tip each person. I think it is fabulous that he is on a computer sharing his wealth of experience with us. Little did I know that in answering *APRATA's* question, I would ignite such a hotbed of protest. Playa Paraiso. How is the beach at Iberostar Paraiso resorts? . Is it customary to tip the waiters and the bartenders, and if yes, what is a decent tip? I may also add, it is a known practice for employees of certain hotels to pose as tourists and post comments on these wesites. We are going to (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? It is a wide practice in Europe that the gratuity is included in your bill but also customary to leave a few coins at the table. This is certainly acceptable. You could do a search as well. KAYAK searches hundreds of travel sites to help you find and book the hotel deal at Iberostar Grand Paraiso that suits you best. Playa del Carmen Tourism Playa del Carmen Hotels Playa del Carmen Bed and Breakfast Playa del Carmen Holiday Rentals Playa del Carmen Packages Remember that if you give a GIFT you need to leave a note saying that its a gift and give your name/room number (I made up little cards on my computer with this information). - See 9,286 traveler reviews, 13,197 candid photos, and great deals for Iberostar Grand Paraiso at Tripadvisor. I was surprised at how many but they have that righ and I respect that. Excellence Riviera Cancun, Difference between Iberostar Paraiso Lindo vs Maya. Thank you very much, that is very helpful! more, You seem to have JavaScript disabled. We had one bartender that was phenomenal and we wrote a nice letter about him. We tip on par with what Andrea does, with the exception of Rene. I don't pass judgement on anyone who chooses not to tip but I resent being made to feel guilty for giving a few dollars to someone who has worked very hard for me and who makes near slave wages. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-8217696', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');the Grand at the end of November, it is our first time at an all inclusive hotel. what is a decent tip? Need singles as well. Budget accommodations for solo mature female traveler? Search for the cheapest hotel deal for Iberostar Grand Paraiso in Playa del Carmen. but only when the service is good.mister taylor is right, most off the tip the have to give to there supervisor ,and off the end off the month it will be split through all off there workers, thats what some starfriends told us when we were at the grand this july. The Mayan Riviera is a wildly popular vacation area and Playa del Carmen is a hotspot with many all-inclusive resorts. General Manager of Iberostar Grand Paraiso, iberostar grand paraiso riveria maya or paradisus rivera may. They prefer for the guests to pay their help. Alternatively, you may use. I didn't realise that there was such a problem with tipping until this thread. Get answers to your questions about Playa del Carmen, AIRPORT INFORMATION: Cancun Airport to Playa and resorts along the coast, PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION: Taxi, Colectivo & ADO Bus Info, AI: Adults Only and Family & Child Friendly Resorts. In parts of the USA tipping must be much more common. You could do a search as well. If the service is the same that will be the last iberostar for me. what is a decent tip? Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Playa Paraiso Bed and Breakfast Playa Paraiso Holiday Rentals Playa Paraiso Packages The Iberostar Paraiso Beach is centrally located on the Riviera Maya, near one of the Yucatan Peninsula's most beautiful white-sand beaches, Playa de Punta Maroma. Gimmie a break! Answer 1 of 6: What about the spa? An employee perphaps? Where you so graciously oblige them. Adults????? But if the waiter is busy we will tuck it under the plate (don't shoot me!). Although it is not necessary to tip they do appreciate it and I feel good service should be recognised. Members who are extremely knowledgeable about this destination and answer travellers questions frequently. I also bring small gifts to give out. I hope you enjoy your stay at the Iberostar Grand Paraiso and keep your pesos for shopping! After a few bucks, your favorite bartender will know you by name! Answer 1 of 83: We are going to the Grand at the end of November, it is our first time at an all inclusive hotel. "I think we can agree to disagree on that one. just because we're told that gratuities are "included" it doesn't mean that the employee gets any of what we pay-it just means the resort says you don't have to give them anything. Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Bed and Breakfast Playa Paraiso Playa Paraiso Holiday Rentals Playa Paraiso Holiday Packages No, 4000 for vacation is not cheap-that's what we're paying for our IB Grand vacation in December. We tell our clients of this hassle free vacation and they go there only to feel uncomfortable because they see other guests tipping and it makes them look cheap. Iberostar Grand Paraso hotel is designed with adults in mind. Thank you for any help! The resorts should either do away with gratuities included or enforce the rules. It is not necessary to carry a wallet or purse all day just in case you need to purchase or tip someone. It is really the resorts fault for not doing this. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-8217696', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');the Grand at the end of November, it is our first time at an all inclusive hotel. This is equivalent to $129.00 dollars of their currency (1=129). Otherwise I generally tip my waiter/waitress 15-30%. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in United Kingdom. Bellhop, room service, cleaning service, turndown service/mini bar, restaurants, bartenders, etc. Iberostar Grand Paraiso vs. The resorts should either do away with gratuities included or enforce the rules. Thank you very much, that is very helpful! They prefer for the guests to pay their help. You certainly dont have to tip what you would at home, but the guideline the previous poster gave are very good. Staying at (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? I personally find it to be liberating - I don't have to carry cash to every tom, dick, and harry w/their hand out.