Fodor's Expert Review Fiesta Americana Condesa Cancún

More laid-back than the Grand Fiesta Americana Coral Beach, this sister property is easily recognized by the 118-foot-tall palapa that covers its lobby. (Both are part of a solid Mexican hotel chain.) Despite the rustic roof, the rest of the architecture here is extravagant, with marble pillars, a massive pool, and inner courtyards filled with lush, tropical gardens. There's also a good-size gym and a movie theater. The spa has 11 indoor treatment rooms and four outdoor ones, but there's a MX$290 fee to use the spa facilities. Activities here include pool volleyball, art classes, and yoga. Rooms are a decent size, but not all have balconies, and ocean views cost extra.