Tipping Etiquette in Mexico - How Much Should you Tip? (2024)

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Tipping Etiquette in Mexico - How Much Should you Tip? ›

Waiters working at restaurants and bars should always be tipped for good service; a sum equivalent to 10-15% of the total bill is appropriate.

Waiters working at restaurants and bars should always be tipped for good service; a sum equivalent to 10-15% of the total bill is appropriate.

Whenever you tip during your trip to Mexico it is important to use the local currency, that is - Mexican pesos. Otherwise you'll leave your service providers with cash they can't use without paying high fees on currency exchange.

It's up to you how much you tip, but the recommended amount in Mexico is between 10% – 20% (15% is a good standard in tourist areas) of the bill or ticket price.

It is not customary to tip taxi drivers unless they help you move a lot of bags or people or they do something extra beyond the drive to your destination. Public buses there is no need to tip but for private resort shuttles you should consider a tip of 20 pesos per person.

To show your appreciation for the meal, tip your server around 15%. Raise that up to 20% if you were wowed. Note that some establishments automatically charge a service fee, so keep an eye out so that you don't tip twice. Bartenders should get 20 pesos (about $1) per drink or 10%–20% of the total bill.

While tipping may not be required at some all-inclusive resorts, many guests prefer to do so. In the event that you would like to tip staff during your all-inclusive vacation, it is important to find out in advance whether staff would even be allowed to accept those tips.

How Much Should You Tip Your Hotel Housekeeper? Guests should tip housekeeping anywhere between $1 to $5 per night for a mid-range or business hotel. For luxury hotels where the staff offers daily cleaning services and nightly turndown services, guests should leave a little more.

For budget-conscious travelers sticking to simple meals, local transportation, and low-cost activities, a range of 30 to 60 USD per day should be enough. Those seeking a more comfortable midrange experience with better accommodations, restaurant dining, and paid attractions may want to budget 60 to 120 USD daily.

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Tipping taxi drivers in Mexico City

It's common to tip 10% in Mexico City for a longer journey, and if you were helped with your luggage. For short journeys the easiest option is to round up the bill to the nearest significant amount in Mexican pesos.

Pesos, being the national currency of Mexico, will be accepted absolutely anywhere. US dollars will be accepted throughout the Cancun Hotel Zone, but the further you venture into 'real Mexico' the more problems you may find in using USD for everyday purchases.

Mid-range Travellers. Those with a little more money to spare may find that an average daily budget of $2,400 Mexican Pesos (MXN) is the perfect amount. This will get you a comfortable mid-range hotel room, allow you to travel by taxi, and give you the opportunity to enjoy three-course meals in most restaurants.

For tour guides, budget around $5-$10 per person per day if you're on a group tour and $10-$20 per person if you're on a private tour. Or, follow the rule of thumb of tipping between 10%-20% of the total tour cost per day.

Some experts recommend that you bring a total of $150 to $200 USD for tips for a 1-week stay. This equates to around $20 to $25 USD per day for all staff members who might help you throughout the day.

The best currency to bring to Mexico is a mix of pesos and US dollars. Use the dollars to pay for tours, entrance fees, accommodation, and travel. For everything else use pesos. It should be relatively simple to get pesos in your own country before you travel.