Hotel San Cristobal

We loved coming to Hotel San Cristobal, the hotel is small and doesnt feel overcrowded even though it was full. The food selection was great, the views of the hotel are also incredible. The only thing I wish the hotel would have is a gym and proper spa, you can get a massage but it would have been nice in a more spa like environment. Staff is really amazing at the hotel as well!

Just returned after a three night stay over New Year's Eve. Overall, the hotel is nice, unfortunately there are quite a few things that are lacking that make it spectacular. This hotel was recently taken over by Hyatt and I am afraid that some of the changes are a result of that. We talked to other guests who had been multiple times and shared that they noticed a decline in the property. First, some of the things I will share below are out of the hotels control in some ways. For example, on New Year's Eve the local fisherman in the lot next door blasted their music directly at the hotel for hours on end. It really ruined the vibe of a remarkable sunset and what could have been an amazing moment. Everything closes at the hotel at 10p, even on New Year's Eve. You cannot even get a drink at the bar. The hotel promised NYE festivities, a pool party, etc and none of it happened. There was a dinner with a few balloons and that was it. The flies are a real issues at the hotel. They swarm you while you are eating and this is an issue that really needs to be addressed. The hotel doesn't really have a soul. Staff is friendly but seem like they are just there to work. We have been to other, similar properties in Mexico and they all seem to have a vibe, personality, etc but that was really lacking here. I had an incredible massage with Esther - but it was very expensive for a massage only. The hotel has no spa so the treatment took place in the chapel on the property. They use a simple folding massage table, no spa amenities, etc. The service was great but the experience left a lot to be desired. The rooms are nice, well appointed, nothing fancy but comfortable. Extremely dark at night. The food is excellent, service can be very slow (especially at breakfast). I wanted to love it, but some things just fell short to make it great. A solid four star option, but the prices over New Years weren't justified.

An exceptional stay, as always. Beautiful and simple rooms, comfortable beds, incredible location. The food in the restraints and service of staff is next level. Having stayed twice already, I have no doubt I will be back again. Thank you! Tip: The oceanside rooms can be very loud- those waves hit hard. Light sleepers may prefer poolside or garden view, or pack ear plugs.

We had a wonderful experience. The quiet isolation on the beach was so much nicer to us than the loud, congested environment of most resorts. The food and staff (especially Alexa) were outstanding. We totally agree with other reviews that the view from ocean view rooms is lovely but are so noisy with the crashing surf that we didn’t sleep well. The rooms are a bit dated but clean. The part we were most upset by was the hotel’s upcharge for taxis. Rent a car instead. If the hotel arranges a taxi it is almost double the cost of what you would pay if you called the taxi yourself.

Beautifully thought out property with amazing team - feels both homey and private. Every moment brings beauty and peace.