Mexico Tip Calculator
Calculate tips based on Mexican tipping standards
Mexico Tipping Guide
Tipping is customary and expected in Mexico, particularly in tourist areas. Service workers often earn low base wages and rely significantly on tips. Both pesos and US dollars are typically accepted.
Standard Mexican Tipping Rates
- Restaurants: 10-15% standard, 20% for excellent service
- All-Inclusive Resorts: $1-2 USD per service even if included
- Bars: 10-20 pesos per drink or 15%
- Taxis: Not expected, but 10% for good service
- Tour Guides: $5-10 USD per person per day
- Hotel Housekeeping: 20-50 pesos per day
- Bellhops: 20-50 pesos per bag
- Valets: 20-50 pesos
Resort & Tourist Area Tips
- In more touristy areas, the tipping culture is much closer to the US and higher tips around 20% is expected.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Standard tipping in Mexico is 10-15% at restaurants, with 20% for excellent service. At all-inclusive resorts, tip $1-2 USD per service even though meals are included. Tour guides expect $5-10 per person per day.
While US dollars are widely accepted for tips, pesos are preferred and show cultural awareness. Having small peso bills (20, 50, 100 peso notes) is most convenient. Exchange rates vary, so local currency is always best.
Yes! Even though meals and drinks are 'included,' staff rely heavily on tips. Budget $40-60 USD per couple per week for resort staff. Tip $1-2 per drink, $2-5 for room service, 20-50 pesos daily for housekeeping.
Yes, tipping is expected from all guests, including tourists. Service workers in tourist areas earn low base wages and depend on tips. Not tipping is considered rude and hurts workers who provided service.
For day tours, tip $5-10 USD per person. For multi-day tours, $10-15 per person per day. For private guides, $20-40 per day. Tour bus drivers should receive $2-5 per person per day separately from the guide.