Rare CruisinCrow Posted October 26, 2021 #26 Share Posted October 26, 2021 A few questions about Jaime's. Do you order food ala carte from a menu or do they just bring certain food? Do you go inside to order food or is there someone who brings it to you at your chair? I was looking at some pictures on Trip Advisor and it looks like there is a roof-top pool. Is that included in the day pass or just the beach? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coaster Posted November 9, 2021 #27 Share Posted November 9, 2021 (edited) Just back from Costa Maya. We had a reservation at Jamie's for all inclusive. We got there and said we wanted to pay ala carte. We ate and drank (drink package) so much on the previous 7 days on our cruise so we needed a break. We got a warm welcome and we got a table and chairs on the beach. Ordered a couple of beers and got chicken nachos. Huge serving for $8.50 and the refried black beans on it were delicious. Chips were awesome also! Wise decision on our part. Thanks everyone for the suggestion. They do have a roof top pool and I believe you can use it if you pay for all inclusive. The water on the beach was clear and I would not of wanted to go to the pool anyway. Booked another cruise while onboard and will be going back to Costa Maya December 12th. $173 balcony guarantee for 4 nights with onboard credit was hard to pass up! We will definitely be going back to Jamie's Edited November 9, 2021 by coaster 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare jean87510 Posted November 10, 2021 #28 Share Posted November 10, 2021 21 hours ago, coaster said: Just back from Costa Maya. We had a reservation at Jamie's for all inclusive. We got there and said we wanted to pay ala carte. We ate and drank (drink package) so much on the previous 7 days on our cruise so we needed a break. We got a warm welcome and we got a table and chairs on the beach. Ordered a couple of beers and got chicken nachos. Huge serving for $8.50 and the refried black beans on it were delicious. Chips were awesome also! Wise decision on our part. Thanks everyone for the suggestion. They do have a roof top pool and I believe you can use it if you pay for all inclusive. The water on the beach was clear and I would not of wanted to go to the pool anyway. Booked another cruise while onboard and will be going back to Costa Maya December 12th. $173 balcony guarantee for 4 nights with onboard credit was hard to pass up! We will definitely be going back to Jamie's we will be there next week also doing a la carte. He is a great guy to deal with via email. Even is going to get us a mini snorkeling trip (1 hr) when we are there. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare crewsweeper Posted November 10, 2021 #29 Share Posted November 10, 2021 3 hours ago, jean87510 said: we will be there next week also doing a la carte. He is a great guy to deal with via email. Even is going to get us a mini snorkeling trip (1 hr) when we are there. Ask who ever is behind the bar to make you a paloma. Reposado. Or mezcal if they have it. And give Jaime the "crew" thumbs down if he doesn't have Bohemia.😁 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruzinisgood Posted November 10, 2021 #30 Share Posted November 10, 2021 There's not a lot to do in Costa Maya so this looks perfect. How far is it from the port? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c-leg5 Posted November 10, 2021 #31 Share Posted November 10, 2021 18 minutes ago, cruzinisgood said: There's not a lot to do in Costa Maya so this looks perfect. How far is it from the port? 10 minute taxi - on the malecon with all the other beach bars. Directions on their website. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare jean87510 Posted November 10, 2021 #32 Share Posted November 10, 2021 6 hours ago, crewsweeper said: Ask who ever is behind the bar to make you a paloma. Reposado. Or mezcal if they have it. And give Jaime the "crew" thumbs down if he doesn't have Bohemia.😁 thx for the tip!! Quick question. Is there anywhere there to rinse off sand and salt? Hate dragging our snorkeling gear back to room and cleaning in the shower (and so does our steward!). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare crewsweeper Posted November 10, 2021 #33 Share Posted November 10, 2021 (edited) I recall an outdoor shower in the back. A hose or two as well. But don't hold me to it as it's been over 2 years since I was there. Best thing to do is email him. He'll respond with correct answer. Edited November 10, 2021 by crewsweeper Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruzinisgood Posted November 11, 2021 #34 Share Posted November 11, 2021 The website said only 35 people. That is awesome. So how far out do you have to make reservations? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare jean87510 Posted November 11, 2021 #35 Share Posted November 11, 2021 17 hours ago, crewsweeper said: I recall an outdoor shower in the back. A hose or two as well. But don't hold me to it as it's been over 2 years since I was there. Best thing to do is email him. He'll respond with correct answer. I did. He said there is. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Notaworryintheworld Posted November 16, 2021 #36 Share Posted November 16, 2021 Just booked for a trip in a few weeks. Thanks for the recommendations…can’t wait to try it and report back. We did pay a $25 total deposit and Jamie seemed super nice in the emails. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare jean87510 Posted November 20, 2021 #37 Share Posted November 20, 2021 ok just was at Jamie's at the blue reef today. Outstanding in 1 word. We opted for all inclusive. Digby and Juan were just the best. I told Digby she is famous on Cruise Critic and TripAdvisor. We also opted for a mini snorkeling tour $25 a person which we saw a turtle, rays, moray eel plus a lion fish which was amazing. I would come back in a heartbeat. They are right next to Pepe Dive shop which we have used in the past so we were chatting with their owners. I've been up and down Mahahual and this place hands down has the best service. We hate party beach bars with blaring music so if you like chill atmosphere with outstanding service, this is the place. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare crewsweeper Posted November 20, 2021 #38 Share Posted November 20, 2021 Jaime has always been known for his good hiring and great service. In Playa, his restaurant was outstanding. When he ran Nohoch Kay service was as good as Blue Reef is now . Glad you enjoyed it. We're there in 10 days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare jean87510 Posted November 21, 2021 #39 Share Posted November 21, 2021 On 11/20/2021 at 10:47 AM, crewsweeper said: Jaime has always been known for his good hiring and great service. In Playa, his restaurant was outstanding. When he ran Nohoch Kay service was as good as Blue Reef is now . Glad you enjoyed it. We're there in 10 days. we will definitely return. What a great group there. We had such a crappy experience at cozumel at the iberostar with our day pass the next day. I really hate the anti cruise vibe at some places. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimed14 Posted November 27, 2021 #40 Share Posted November 27, 2021 This may be a stupid question but on the site it mentions kayaks, floats and paddle boards. Are those available/included or are they for rent from a vendor that is at that spot? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
packedandready Posted December 1, 2021 #41 Share Posted December 1, 2021 For those that did a la carte...what was the cost? I've paid a deposit for AI but would rather have a la carte if available. We aren't drinkers and have a hard time justifying the cost. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare jean87510 Posted December 1, 2021 #42 Share Posted December 1, 2021 On 11/27/2021 at 10:57 AM, jimed14 said: This may be a stupid question but on the site it mentions kayaks, floats and paddle boards. Are those available/included or are they for rent from a vendor that is at that spot? I think it was included in the all included package but you can probably email owner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vacation44 Posted December 2, 2021 #43 Share Posted December 2, 2021 Thank you everyone for your input for Jamie's. Sounds exactly like we are looking for when we stop at Costa Maya. Just would like to know more about the actual beach. Clear water, sand bottom without sea grass? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vacation44 Posted December 2, 2021 #44 Share Posted December 2, 2021 On 11/19/2021 at 7:16 PM, jean87510 said: We also opted for a mini snorkeling tour $25 a person which we saw a turtle, rays, moray eel plus a lion fish which was amazing. I would come back in a heartbeat. They are right next to Pepe Dive shop which we have used in the past so we were chatting with their owners. We would be very interested in this too. What kind of boat did they take you out on? Also for the hour, how much time were you actually in the water snorkeling? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare CruisinCrow Posted December 2, 2021 #45 Share Posted December 2, 2021 3 hours ago, vacation44 said: Thank you everyone for your input for Jamie's. Sounds exactly like we are looking for when we stop at Costa Maya. Just would like to know more about the actual beach. Clear water, sand bottom without sea grass? Small area and very shallow, but the water was clear. It's more of a wading area. There is a net stretched across to keep the seaweed out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimed14 Posted December 2, 2021 #46 Share Posted December 2, 2021 20 hours ago, jean87510 said: I think it was included in the all included package but you can probably email owner Thanks, I'll give that a shot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare jean87510 Posted December 2, 2021 #47 Share Posted December 2, 2021 (edited) 6 hours ago, vacation44 said: We would be very interested in this too. What kind of boat did they take you out on? Also for the hour, how much time were you actually in the water snorkeling? We were in the water snorkeling for at least an hour. Guide went with us and took pictures. All pictures other than the dog were his camera. The dog is a puppy from Pepes dive shop right next door. We had our own equipment but they do have masks and fins. We did see a couple of turtles as well. My husband is the nut who has the giant fins. Edited December 2, 2021 by jean87510 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coaster Posted December 3, 2021 #48 Share Posted December 3, 2021 Great photos. I remember seeing that dog. Love snorkeling, not sure my Florida blood will take the cooler temperatures in December.... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c-leg5 Posted December 3, 2021 #49 Share Posted December 3, 2021 (edited) @coaster Were the PAYG prices listed on the menu? Edited December 3, 2021 by c-leg5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coaster Posted December 3, 2021 #50 Share Posted December 3, 2021 39 minutes ago, c-leg5 said: @coaster Were the PAYG prices listed on the menu? Yes they were. I will take pictures of the menu when we go next week and will post them here. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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