The sun setting over the bay of Marques is a sight to behold. Situated amongst the less…read moreinternationally touristy areas, this is the alternative to Acapulco, much more affordable, less tourist traps, with all the amenities you could want; a lounging pool, sunbathing areas, showers, a proper swimming pool, and an infinity pool above which overlooks the bay. The hotel also has a cute little tiki bar that serves breakfast & lunch, as well as tropical cocktails at a reasonable price. Comparatively it's more expensive in Acapulco proper for similar drinks.
The hotel is situated on the side of a hill, the vantage simply cannot be beaten and you're also not inundated with viewing 100s of resorts littering the beautiful coastline.
Oh and the hotel has air conditioning, which can be a godsend in the humidity at night.
Cleanliness of the hotel exceeded my expectations, though of course it's not without the charms of tropical afflictions. Mildew being the main culprit here.
While it may seem like an off-brand Acapulco, assuredly the sights and price point speaks for itself. Terrazas was about half the price of comparable hotels on the bay of Acapulco. Acapulco itself is just a cab ride away, to those so inclined. While I do think that Acapulco has a better shopping scene and more tourist activities, I was content with wandering the modest strip of Marques, purchasing from local vendors and eating the some of the finest fresh caught seafood I've ever had. If you're envisioning the allure and lustre may be lost staying in Marques instead of Acapulco, having seen and done both, Marques has just as much to offer in terms of sheer beauty... and if a more local flair than the culturally amorphous Acapulco (I'm looking at you too, Cancun and Cabo) suits your fancy, this is an absolute winner.