HS HOTSSON Smart AcapulcovsEtel Suites
Both properties are praised by writers. Overall, Gran Plaza Hotel Acapulco ranks marginally higher than Etel Suites. Gran Plaza Hotel Acapulco ranks #21 in Acapulco with accolades from 2 reviewers including Rough Guide, Oyster.
HS HOTSSON Smart Acapulco
 Rough Guide
 Oyster
Av. Costera Miguel Aleman 123, Acapulco 39670 
From $59/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Hot Tub
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Laundry Service
 - Concierge
 
 "Certainly the most memorable building on the beach (it’s like a curved pyramid), with clean, bright modern rooms with cable TV and an attractive pool right on the beach." 
Upper-middle-range
 "The Crowne Plaza Acapulco is a three-and-a-half-pearl hotel located in the city’s Golden Zone." Full review
Etel Suites
 Rough Guide
 Fodor's
 Lonely Planet
Ave Pinzona 92, Col Las Playas, Acapulco 39390
From $70/night
- Free Internet
 - Pool
 - Family Friendly
 - Free Parking
 - Kitchenette
 - Air Conditioning
 
 "This very hospitable, family-run hotel is extremely clean and well equipped, with 1950s-style three-bed rooms with kitchens, balconies and a/c in lovely gardens overlooking La Quebrada." 
 "On Cerro Pinzona (Pinzona Hill), a five-minute walk from La Quebrada, the Etel has outstanding views of Bahía de Acapulco and spacious rooms with sturdy cedar furniture." Full review
 "This place offers family-friendly amenities including full kitchens, a children’s play area and three swimming pools." Full review