FAQ´s
General
Beach
Does Villa Sha have Beach Access? Can we walk on the beach? Is the beach accessible to swim? Which is the closest beach? Is there a more swim-able beach area nearby or maybe a beach club?
Villa Sha is an oceanfront property; we have access to the ocean and we count with snorkels, paddle boards and kayaks, however if you would like to enjoy a day on a sandy beach we highly recommend you to visit Isla Mujeres, which is only 20 minutes away on a boat ride to Playa Norte, one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, this beach has plenty of beach clubs, restaurants and bars to visit!
Villa Sha is located 5 minutes away from a public beach, however if you are willing to drive even further (20 minutes or so) you will find Isla Blanca. At Isla Blanca you will be met with both the beach and lagoon views. Isla Blanca is considered the “end” of Cancun. During the weekdays, Isla Blanca is mostly empty. We highly recommend staying for the sunset to enjoy the wonderful views fit for a postcard -or- and Instagram post.
Beaches:
- Isla Blanca – 22 Km (20 mins)
- Isla Mujeres – 12 Km (20 min, can be reached by private yacht)
- SLS Cancun Beach Club – 9 Km (15 mins)
- Playa Chac Mool – 18 Km (25 mins)
- Playa Caracol – 18 Km (25 mins)
- Playa Langosta – 12 Km (25 min)
- Playa Marlin – 35 mins (depending on traffic)
- Playa Delfines – 25 Km (35-45 min depending on traffic)
If you are in a party mood, then we recommend Mandala Beach Club or CocoBong’s Beach Club in the hotel zone.
Food & Beverage
The menu in the manual, are we supposed to pick one item per meal, or can we each pick individual ones?
Think of this as your own home, it would not be possible to make separate dishes for every one as we do not operate as a restaurant. However, we can prepare two main dishes for those who have food allergies or have specific diets.
Are you Interested in learning more about the Chef and the food services?
Please feel free to look at our menu options for some general ideas about the meals that we can prepare for you, or if you prefer, you can also send us your own choice of meals for your arrival date and for breakfast for the second day. Our chef will be present upon your arrival, this way we’ll be able to plan out the rest of the meals for the duration of your stay.
Is this an All-Inclusive? Do you have All-Inclusive? What does the nightly rate include?
Please note we do not offer an All-Inclusive plan; the services included on the rate are as follows:
- Two housekeepers
- Executive Chef with cook assistant (for all three daily meals -breakfast, lunch and dinner-)
- Bartender and Waiter for five hours daily
- Property Manager / Concierge services
- Handy-Man (Common areas and your personal go to guy!)
- Gardener
- General maintenance staff
- Pool boy
- Security Guard
Drinking Water
We don’t recommend you to drink tap water. We have supplied purified water for your convenience. Water from the refrigerator is also safe to drink. If you are going out we recommend you to use bottled water.
Is the bartender and alcohol included in the fee?
You can choose the bartender schedule for 5 hours daily, this is included in our rental fee; you can also upgrade to a full day or night service for a small fee. Alcohol and mixers are not included.
Is the chef and food included in the fee? What is the cost for food and beverages? How do meals and grocery shopping work?
Chef services for all three daily meals are included in our daily rate. Please keep in mind that the groceries needed to prepare the meals are not included.
Here’s how it works:
1. Before your arrival, we’ll require you to provide us with your meal choices for the first and second day of your stay.
Additionally, we require a grocery list of the items that you’d like us to pre-stock the pantry with. This is mainly for beverages*, snacks and other specific items of your choice (menu ingredients do not have to be included).
*Please note that tap water is not meant for human consumption. Villa Sha provides purified water for drinking.
2. After your arrival, we will present to you the grocery receipts from the items for your pre-stock and the first and second day meal groceries.
Keep in mind that for the grocery/pantry stocking service we add a shopping fee. The fee is supermarket/grocery ticket price plus an additional 15% charge (from of the ticket total). The payment for this service and the shopping fee has to be reimbursed in cash (USD and MXN are accepted).
3. During your stay, we will plan your meal requests and meal budget along with our chef. Meals can be planned for the next few days or for the entirety of your stay. This is completely up to you and can be decided through your stay , no rush.. Ideally, each meal will be planned at least a day in advance so our chef can procure the best ingredients.
After planning the meals, we will require either cash or a card to be supplied, this is so the chef can do the necessary shopping for the meals requested.
4. During your stay or on your last day, we will present to you the grocery receipts and invoice (based on the agreed meal requests and budget).
Transportation
Does Villa Sha provide transportation services to and from the airport? How do we get from the airport? Is there a way to have transportation on hand for us for when we want to go out during our stay?
In regards to transportation service, we have a commercial agreement (and preferential rates) with the best transportation companies in the area. Please let us know if you would like us to arrange any transportation required during your stay and we will be happy to share with you the rate details for your approval.
*For pick up and drop offs from and to the airport, the following information is required:
- Full name of the lead passenger
- A valid phone number (and best time so we can call you if needed)
- Confirmed number of passengers
- Arrival date and ETA
- Airline, flight number and origin (last connection, please)
**Please note that the transportation service will be paid directly to the service provider or driver.
Payments
Should we exchange cash? Or will credit cards work? What other miscellaneous fees are typically charged on top of the rental fee that isn’t stated? Are there additional costs to consider?
Villa Sha expenses must be paid in cash (such as an additional bar bill, barman & waiter extra hours, laundry service, etc.) We accept American dollars and Mexican pesos.
External providers such as tours, transportation, yacht rentals, etc. generally accept credit card payments (through Venmo or Paypal).
All additional incidentals such as meals, drinks, shopping fees, tours, transportation, SPA services, laundry, etc. are not included in our rental fee.
Tips are not included in our fee either, they are optional and up to our guest’s consideration. You may leave a tip as a way to show your appreciation for the services provided, our staff would appreciate it greatly.
How and when do we pay for the groceries?
Pre-stock must be paid upon arrival to the villa and after planning the meals, we will require either cash or a card to be supplied, this is so the chef can do the necessary shopping for the meals requested.
On your last day, we will present to you the grocery receipts and invoice (based on the agreed meal requests and budget).
The payment for these services must be paid in cash.