International House - Riviera Maya, Playa del Carmen, Mexico

Students rated International House - Riviera Maya, Playa del Carmen : 4.0/5.0   (17 reviews)

Other Spanish schools in Playa del Carmen offering Spanish courses:  Solexico Language & Cultural Centers 4.0/5.0 

General Information on International House - Riviera Maya

The language school International House - Riviera Maya was founded in Playa del Carmen, Mexico in 2004. The school is located in the very centre of Playa del Carmen, between Av.5 and Av.10 just two blocks from the beach. There are dozens of bars, restaurants and shops nearby. The school is located in Calle 14 Norte, 77710 Playa del Carmen (Mexico).

Facilities

School facilities include 10 spacious classrooms, all with air-conditioning and views of the garden, which is full of exotic trees and plants. There is also a bar in the garden where students can relax and socialize after class. The school is equipped with an Internet room, which is used regularly for practice activities and a WiFi area.

Airport transfer

Best arrival airport is Cancun.  It takes 60 minutes by car to school.

All prices in US$ (convert currency). Below the original school prices are displayed.  The 5% DISCOUNT on the tuition fee will automatically be deducted on receipt of your registration.

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1

Intensive Group Course
Lessons per week: 20  | Max. group size: 8
220 US$ per week

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The course includes a programme of cultural and social activities that take place in the afternoons & evenings. The week starting 2 April includes two public holidays and therefore has a special rate of 145 USD.
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 02.Jan.2012, 16.Jan.2012, 30.Jan.2012, 13.Feb.2012, 27.Feb.2012, 12.Mar.2012, 26.Mar.2012, 09.Apr.2012, 23.Apr.2012, 07.May.2012, 21.May.2012, 04.Jun.2012, 18.Jun.2012, 02.Jul.2012, 16.Jul.2012, 30.Jul.2012, 13.Aug.2012, 27.Aug.2012, 10.Sep.2012, 24.Sep.2012, 08.Oct.2012, 22.Oct.2012, 05.Nov.2012, 19.Nov.2012, 03.Dec.2012, 17.Dec.2012, 31.Dec.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 9:30  - 13:30
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

2

Intensive Group Course + Mexican Cooking Classes
Lessons per week: 20  | Max. group size: 8
290 US$ per week

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Price in US$	290	580	870	1160	1350	1620	2160	2700	3240	260
Learn how to make some of Mexico’s most delicious dishes in our beautiful on-site kitchen. Cookery classes take place on 3 afternoons per week (usually Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday) from 14.00 to 15.00. Students can take any number of weeks. Course book: US$35 (not included).
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 02.Jan.2012, 16.Jan.2012, 30.Jan.2012, 13.Feb.2012, 27.Feb.2012, 12.Mar.2012, 26.Mar.2012, 09.Apr.2012, 23.Apr.2012, 07.May.2012, 21.May.2012, 04.Jun.2012, 18.Jun.2012, 02.Jul.2012, 16.Jul.2012, 30.Jul.2012, 13.Aug.2012, 27.Aug.2012, 10.Sep.2012, 24.Sep.2012, 08.Oct.2012, 22.Oct.2012, 05.Nov.2012, 19.Nov.2012, 03.Dec.2012, 17.Dec.2012, 31.Dec.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 9:30  - 13:30 Afternoon: 14:00  - 15:00
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

3

Intensive Group Course + Diving (Advanced)
Lessons per week: 20  | Max. group size: 8
515 US$ per week

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Price in US$	515	735	955	--	--	--	--	--	--	--
3-day course/week that leads to the PADI certificate for dives of up to 30 meters. It’s instructors are all fully qualified PADI tutors (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) and their equipment meets the rigorous industry safety standards. They also speak several languages and thus can readily translate their instructions. Scuba equipment, books and diving manual included.
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 02.Jan.2012, 16.Jan.2012, 30.Jan.2012, 13.Feb.2012, 27.Feb.2012, 12.Mar.2012, 26.Mar.2012, 09.Apr.2012, 23.Apr.2012, 07.May.2012, 21.May.2012, 04.Jun.2012, 18.Jun.2012, 02.Jul.2012, 16.Jul.2012, 30.Jul.2012, 13.Aug.2012, 27.Aug.2012, 10.Sep.2012, 24.Sep.2012, 08.Oct.2012, 22.Oct.2012, 05.Nov.2012, 19.Nov.2012, 03.Dec.2012, 17.Dec.2012, 31.Dec.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 9:30  - 13:30
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

4

Intensive Group Course + Latin Dancing
Lessons per week: 20  | Max. group size: 8
290 US$ per week

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Price in US$	290	580	870	1160	1350	1620	2160	2700	3240	260
Intensive Group Course (20 hours per week) + 3 afternoons per week usually on Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays. Cha Cha, Rumba, Salsa, Samba... the list of Latin dances is a long one. Learn the basic steps with our expert dance instructors. There´s plenty of opportunity to practice in Playa´s nightclubs. Minimum age: 16
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 02.Jan.2012, 16.Jan.2012, 30.Jan.2012, 13.Feb.2012, 27.Feb.2012, 12.Mar.2012, 26.Mar.2012, 09.Apr.2012, 23.Apr.2012, 07.May.2012, 21.May.2012, 04.Jun.2012, 18.Jun.2012, 02.Jul.2012, 16.Jul.2012, 30.Jul.2012, 13.Aug.2012, 27.Aug.2012, 10.Sep.2012, 24.Sep.2012, 08.Oct.2012, 22.Oct.2012, 05.Nov.2012, 19.Nov.2012, 03.Dec.2012, 17.Dec.2012, 31.Dec.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 9:30  - 13:30
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

5

Intensive Group Course + Diving (Beginners)
Lessons per week: 20  | Max. group size: 8
600 US$ per week

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Price in US$	600	820	1040	--	--	--	--	--	--	--
The Diving for Beginners course is a 3-day course leading to the PADI Open Water certificate for dives of up to 18 meters. The course includes 5 theory modules, pool lessons and open water dives, scuba equipment, books and diving manual. All dives and other activities are programmed so as not to clash with the Spanish lessons taken in the mornings (4 hours/day).
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 02.Jan.2012, 16.Jan.2012, 30.Jan.2012, 13.Feb.2012, 27.Feb.2012, 12.Mar.2012, 26.Mar.2012, 09.Apr.2012, 23.Apr.2012, 07.May.2012, 21.May.2012, 04.Jun.2012, 18.Jun.2012, 02.Jul.2012, 16.Jul.2012, 30.Jul.2012, 13.Aug.2012, 27.Aug.2012, 10.Sep.2012, 24.Sep.2012, 08.Oct.2012, 22.Oct.2012, 05.Nov.2012, 19.Nov.2012, 03.Dec.2012, 17.Dec.2012, 31.Dec.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 9:30  - 13:30
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

6

Intensive Group Course + Discover Mexico
Lessons per week: 23  | Max. group size: 8
290 US$ per week

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Price in US$	290	580	870	1160	1350	1620	2160	2700	3240	260
Intensive Group Course in the morning + an additional hour of study on three afternoons. The afternoon classes are designed to give students an insight into the immensely rich Mexican culture. Topics covered include the history of Mexico, regional and ethnic diversity, folklore, the arts, etc., and class activities are designed primarily to help students develop their communicative skills.
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 02.Jan.2012, 16.Jan.2012, 30.Jan.2012, 13.Feb.2012, 27.Feb.2012, 12.Mar.2012, 26.Mar.2012, 09.Apr.2012, 23.Apr.2012, 07.May.2012, 21.May.2012, 04.Jun.2012, 18.Jun.2012, 02.Jul.2012, 16.Jul.2012, 30.Jul.2012, 13.Aug.2012, 27.Aug.2012, 10.Sep.2012, 24.Sep.2012, 08.Oct.2012, 22.Oct.2012, 05.Nov.2012, 19.Nov.2012, 03.Dec.2012, 17.Dec.2012, 31.Dec.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 9:30  - 13:30
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

7

Spanish + Business in Mexico
Lessons per week: 30  | Max. group size: 8
520 US$ per week

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Intensive Group Course (20 hours per week) + 10 hours per week of private classes (1:1 or 2:1) which focus on Business Spanish. IH Riviera Maya offers Business Spanish courses designed to help students who need to use the language in a working environment. Students are also introduced to a wide range of business vocabulary and given an insight into the sort of cultural differences that they may encounter while doing business in Mexico.
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 02.Jan.2012, 16.Jan.2012, 30.Jan.2012, 13.Feb.2012, 27.Feb.2012, 12.Mar.2012, 26.Mar.2012, 09.Apr.2012, 23.Apr.2012, 07.May.2012, 21.May.2012, 04.Jun.2012, 18.Jun.2012, 02.Jul.2012, 16.Jul.2012, 30.Jul.2012, 13.Aug.2012, 27.Aug.2012, 10.Sep.2012, 24.Sep.2012, 08.Oct.2012, 22.Oct.2012, 05.Nov.2012, 19.Nov.2012, 03.Dec.2012, 17.Dec.2012, 31.Dec.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 9:30  - 13:30
Required minimum language level	Elementary (A2)

8

Intensive Group Courses + DELE Preparation.
Lessons per week: 30  | Max. group size: 8
520 US$ per week

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This course consists of an Intensive Group Course (20 hours per week) plus 10 hours per week of private (1:1 or 2:1) DELE preparation. Students can take a DELE preparation course at any time of the year but the DELE exams themselves are only available on certain dates in May, August and November. Please note that IH Riviera Maya is a DELE exam centre, which means that students can take the exam in our school. More details upon request. Duration: Any number of weeks.
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 02.Jan.2012, 16.Jan.2012, 30.Jan.2012, 13.Feb.2012, 27.Feb.2012, 12.Mar.2012, 26.Mar.2012, 09.Apr.2012, 23.Apr.2012, 07.May.2012, 21.May.2012, 04.Jun.2012, 18.Jun.2012, 02.Jul.2012, 16.Jul.2012, 30.Jul.2012, 13.Aug.2012, 27.Aug.2012, 10.Sep.2012, 24.Sep.2012, 08.Oct.2012, 22.Oct.2012, 05.Nov.2012, 19.Nov.2012, 03.Dec.2012, 17.Dec.2012, 31.Dec.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 9:30  - 13:30
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

9

Spanish for Medical Practitioner Course
Lessons per week: 30  | Max. group size: 8
520 US$ per week

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Intensive Group Course (20 hours per week) + 10 hours per week of private (1:1 or 2:1) medical Spanish. This course is designed for medical practitioners (doctors, nurses, care-workers, etc.) who need to use Spanish in their workplace. The course focuses on improving students’ linguistic competency in a wide range of health care contexts and situations. The programme includes an optional visit to a Health Center, or encounters with Spanish speaking doctors or nurses. Minimum age: 18.
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 02.Jan.2012, 16.Jan.2012, 30.Jan.2012, 13.Feb.2012, 27.Feb.2012, 12.Mar.2012, 26.Mar.2012, 09.Apr.2012, 23.Apr.2012, 07.May.2012, 21.May.2012, 04.Jun.2012, 18.Jun.2012, 02.Jul.2012, 16.Jul.2012, 30.Jul.2012, 13.Aug.2012, 27.Aug.2012, 10.Sep.2012, 24.Sep.2012, 08.Oct.2012, 22.Oct.2012, 05.Nov.2012, 19.Nov.2012, 03.Dec.2012, 17.Dec.2012, 31.Dec.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 9:30  - 13:30 Afternoon: 14:30  - 16:30
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

10

Refresher Course for Spanish teachers
Lessons per week: 20  | Max. group size: 12
248 US$ per week (Based on the price of 2 weeks)

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Price in US$	--	495	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--
This 2-week course is designed for practicing teachers of Spanish working in a non-Spanish speaking country who want to update their skills and knowledge in recent trends in methodology (such as the use of technology in the classroom), and refresh their knowledge of current Spanish usage and Latin-American culture.
Starting dates	2012: 25.Jun.2012, 16.Jul.2012.
General course schedule	Morning: 9:30  - 13:30
Required minimum language level	Advanced (C1)

Note: All courses offered by International House - Riviera Maya, Playa del Carmen can be booked online with LanguageCourse.net. In case a course is not listed above, just mention the course description in the comment field of the online registration form.
Lesson duration (minutes):	55 minutes
Individual classes:	Single individual lessons of tuition can be booked at 30 US$. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Exams offered:	DELE
Language school closed:	In 2012 (including national and regional bank holidays): 01.Jan.2012, 03.Feb.2012, 23.Mar.2012, 05.Apr.2012, 06.Apr.2012, 04.May.2012, 14.Sep.2012, 23.Nov.2012, 25.Dec.2012
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school):	Spanish, English
Comments about courses:	The students are invited to take an optional BULATS (the Business Language Testing Service) exam for free at the end of their course.

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1

Student Residence
Single room, Breakfast
228 US$ per week

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Price in US$	228	494	760	1026	266	195
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Our purpose-built student residence is located in the centre of Playa del Carmen, in a very quiet street, beside the town's main church and just two blocks from the school. * There are many laundrettes within a 5-minute walk of the school. The price per kilo is $2 USD. Distance from school: 5 minutes walking Includes: TV, Phone, Weekly cleaning, Kitchen, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, Air conditioning, Breakfast, Private bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 38 US$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

2

Host Family
Single room, Half board
210 US$ per week

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Price in US$	210	455	700	945	245
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Host family accommodation is available throughout the year. All host families are carefully selected by our Accommodation Department and all agree to fulfill the following conditions: To provide students with single rooms which are comfortably furnished, have adequate lighting and a desk or table where students can work; to provide students with a door key so that they can let themselves in and out; to treat students as family guests and generally behave in a friendly and hospitable manner. Please note: There are many launderettes in Riviera Maya. Students can expect to pay approx. $2 USD per kilo. Distance from school: 20 minutes by public transport Includes: TV, Phone, Weekly cleaning, Kitchen, Half board, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 35 US$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

3

Host Family
Single room, Breakfast
180 US$ per week

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Price in US$	180	390	600	810	210
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Host family accommodation is available throughout the year. All host families are carefully selected by our Accommodation Department and all agree to fulfill the following conditions: to provide students with single rooms which are comfortably furnished, have adequate lighting and a desk or table where students can work; to provide students with a door key so that they can let themselves in and out; to treat students as family guests and generally behave in a friendly and hospitable manner. Please note: There are many launderettes in Riviera Maya. Students can expect to pay approx. $2 USD per kilo. Distance from school: 20 minutes by public transport Includes: TV, Phone, Weekly cleaning, Kitchen, Breakfast, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 30 US$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

4

Private apartment
Single room, No meals
420 US$ per week

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Price in US$	420	910	1400	1890	490	195
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per room Apartment A: available for exclusive use of 1 or 2 students; this apartment also has access to a large roof terrace. Distance from school: 2 minutes walking Includes: TV, Weekly cleaning, Kitchen, Air conditioning, No meals, Private bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 70 US$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

5

Private Apartment
Triple room (only for 3 people travelling together), No meals
510 US$ per week

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Price in US$	510	1105	1700	2295	595	195
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per room Apartment L: available as a shared apartment, or for exclusive use of 2 or 3 students; this large, fully furnished apartment has 2-bedrooms, 2-bathrooms, a full kitchen, dining room/living room, balconies onto the street, A/C and cable TV. If used as a shared apartment, the kitchen and dining room/living room are also accessible to students staying in Apartments C and D. Distance from school: 2 minutes walking Includes: TV, Phone, Weekly cleaning, Kitchen, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, Air conditioning, No meals, Private bathroom. Room Occupancy: Triple room (only for 3 people travelling together). Price extra night: 85 US$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

6

Shared Apartment
Single room, No meals
240 US$ per week

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Price in US$	240	520	800	1080	280	195
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Apartment B: available as a shared apartment, or for exclusive use of 1 or 2 or more students. This large, fully furnished apartment has 2-bedrooms, 2-bathrooms, a full kitchen, dining room/living room, balconies onto the street, A/C and cable TV. If used as a shared apartment, the kitchen and dining room/living room are also accessible to students staying in Apartments C and D. Distance from school: 2 minutes walking Includes: TV, Weekly cleaning, Kitchen, Air conditioning, No meals, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 40 US$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

7

Shared Apartment
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals
168 US$ per week

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Price in US$	168	364	560	756	196	195
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Apartment B: available as a shared apartment, or for exclusive use of 1 or 2 or more students. This large, fully furnished apartment has 2-bedrooms, 2-bathrooms, a full kitchen, dining room/living room, balconies onto the street, A/C and cable TV. If used as a shared apartment, the kitchen and dining room/living room are also accessible to students staying in Apartments C and D. Distance from school: 2 minutes walking Includes: TV, Weekly cleaning, Kitchen, Air conditioning, No meals, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Double room (only for 2 people travelling together). Price extra night: 28 US$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

8

Student Residence
Single room, Half board
288 US$ per week

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Price in US$	288	624	960	1296	336	195
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Our purpose-built student residence is located in the centre of Playa del Carmen, in a very quiet street, beside the town's main church and just two blocks (a 5-minute walk) from the school. * There are many laundrettes within a 5-minute walk of the school. The price per kilo is $2 USD. Distance from school: 5 minutes walking Includes: TV, Phone, Weekly cleaning, Kitchen, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, Air conditioning, Half board, Private bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 48 US$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

9

Student Residence
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast
168 US$ per week

weeks	1	2	3	4	[+]	Deposit (refundable)*
Price in US$	168	364	560	756	196	195
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Our purpose-built student residence is located in the centre of Playa del Carmen, in a very quiet street, beside the town's main church and just two blocks from the school. * There are many laundrettes within a 5-minute walk of the school. The price per kilo is $2 USD. Distance from school: 5 minutes walking Includes: TV, Phone, Weekly cleaning, Kitchen, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, Air conditioning, Breakfast, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Double room (only for 2 people travelling together). Price extra night: 28 US$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

10

Student Residence
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Half board
228 US$ per week

weeks	1	2	3	4	[+]	Deposit (refundable)*
Price in US$	228	494	760	1026	266	195
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Our purpose-built student residence is located in the centre of Playa del Carmen, in a very quiet street, beside the town's main church and just two blocks from the school. * There are many laundrettes within a 5-minute walk of the school. The price per kilo is $2 USD. Distance from school: 5 minutes walking Includes: TV, Phone, Weekly cleaning, Kitchen, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, Air conditioning, Half board, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Double room (only for 2 people travelling together). Price extra night: 38 US$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

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Student Residence
Single room, No meals
198 US$ per week

weeks	1	2	3	4	[+]	Deposit (refundable)*
Price in US$	198	429	660	891	231	195
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Our purpose-built student residence is located in the centre of Playa del Carmen, in a very quiet street, beside the town's main church and just two blocks from the school. * There are many laundrettes within a 5-minute walk of the school. The price per kilo is $2 USD. Distance from school: 5 minutes walking Includes: TV, Phone, Weekly cleaning, Kitchen, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, Air conditioning, No meals, Private bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 33 US$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

12

Student Residence
Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals
138 US$ per week

weeks	1	2	3	4	[+]	Deposit (refundable)*
Price in US$	138	299	460	621	161	195
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Our purpose-built student residence is located in the centre of Playa del Carmen, in a very quiet street, beside the town's main church and just two blocks from the school. * There are many laundrettes within a 5-minute walk of the school. The price per kilo is $2 USD. Distance from school: 5 minutes walking Includes: TV, Phone, Weekly cleaning, Kitchen, Access to Wifi (wireless LAN) in building, Air conditioning, No meals, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Double room (only for 2 people travelling together). Price extra night: 23 US$ Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

Max. 1 student of each nationality possible?	yes
Single room	on request
Optional airport transfer:	Cancun Airport: for 75 US$ (one way)

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