The resorts should either do away with gratuities included or enforce the rules. I find tipping and knowing what to tip very awkward I stayed at the (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? If you ask for something special (such as drinks for the mini-bar $1-2 is good). Playa Paraiso Hotels Bed and Breakfast Playa Paraiso Playa Paraiso Holiday Rentals Flights to Playa Paraiso Playa Paraiso Restaurants Playa Paraiso Attractions Playa Paraiso Travel Forum Playa Paraiso Photos Playa Paraiso Map Playa Paraiso Guide All Playa Paraiso Hotels; Playa Paraiso Hotel Deals; Last Minute Hotels in Playa Paraiso General Manager of Iberostar Grand Paraiso, iberostar grand paraiso riveria maya or paradisus rivera may. For Royal PDC this september (my birthday) I have the following t's. tipping at Iberostar Grand Hotel Paraiso 15 years ago Save We are going to the Grand at the end of November, it is our first time at an all inclusive hotel. just because we're told that gratuities are "included" it doesn't mean that the employee gets any of what we pay-it just means the resort says you don't have to give them anything. The past couple of years I have bought baseball caps (good deals on www.hitrunscore.com). Also, depending on where I am going, I do t-shirts with iron on transfers. Last time, we tipped Victor $20 at the beginning, and then tipped him as he did various things for us (golf cart rides, etc.) Thank you for any help! There is no tipping policy as this is included with your reservation. A letter or comment to the management for *above and beyond* service of a certain employee would be just as effective. It is already paid for! Oh right, just "ok" employees get to stay, but at the bad employee's rate of pay and the ones who we all write wonderful letters about, get all the "tips". How do I know they don't really make a ton of money as opposed to what they say they get? Turtle Tips! Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Bed and Breakfast Playa Paraiso Playa Paraiso Holiday Rentals Answer 11 of 23: I've read a bunch of posts on who to tip, but haven't seen a lot of info on how much to tip each person. For me personally, at breakfast at lunch buffet: $1-2 breakfast but only if the coffee keeps coming and they get my juice. Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Accommodation They come back and complain about poor service when in fact it was only poor to THEM because they did not tip enough at a resort where it was supposed to be included. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-8909351', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');the Grand the week of Thanksgiving - I am counting the days.. thank you everyone for the advice! Not being travel savy we booked the first trip through a local national travel agency. Members who are knowledgeable about this destination and volunteer their time to answer travelers' questions. Thank you for any help! This is not Grand specific, but we also tip similarly to Andrea. To use our mobile site, please enable JavaScript. Although it is not necessary to tip they do appreciate it and I feel good service should be recognised. HONEYMOON Hotels & Resorts: Playa & Beyond, Ocean trips (Catamarans, fishing , Jet Skis and more, Browse all 123,480 Playa del Carmen topics . more, You seem to have JavaScript disabled. What are the differences and exchange privileges of the IB Playa Paraiso resorts? I am stunned by some of the postings that people have made in the last few days. The Mayan Riviera is a wildly popular vacation area and Playa del Carmen is a hotspot with many all-inclusive resorts. I have to wonder if this is why I have read so many negative comments on the butler service. I found the service so good I wanted to tip. I know in a past posting you just about ordered all of us to stop this discussion but who made you the boss? You can be "number 4" or any other number you choose. After a few bucks, your favorite bartender will know you by name! The purpose being that these comments may benefit them in additional gratuities. Is it customary to tip the waiters and the bartenders, and if yes, what is a decent tip? does the butler get more, like $10-20 (assuming they are doing a good job)? This is why I am trying the grand parisio. After a few bucks, your favorite bartender will know you by name! We only use pesos. We had one bartender that was phenomenal and we wrote a nice letter about him. Paradisus La Esmeralda / La Perla any updates ? Members who are knowledgeable about this destination and volunteer their time to answer travelers' questions. You should not have to pay extra for good service at such an expensive resort. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-8217696', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');the Grand at the end of November, it is our first time at an all inclusive hotel. I was surprised at how many but they have that righ and I respect that. This is not MY opinion, it is just the answer to the question of tipping at an all inclusive. The past couple of years I have bought baseball caps (good deals on www.hitrunscore.com). I also think it is tacky to pick on a 79 year old man for sharing his experience and opinion. Gimmie a break! Alternatively, you may use, Iberostar Grand Rose Hall Questions & Answers. WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE? what is a decent tip? Members who are knowledgeable about this destination and volunteer their time to answer travelers' questions. To use our mobile site, please enable JavaScript. If you ask for something special (such as drinks for the mini-bar $1-2 is good). Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Playa Paraiso Guest House If you still feel the need to do this, please, please do it DISCREETLY. You'll get lots of opinions on this one. I don't think that those of us who tip a bit ruin anything for anyone. You could do a search as well. The Iberostar staff are so wonderful, they make our holiday even more special, so what's the problem with giving a little extra directly to the people who have cared for you? Some refer to it as trolling. Not to mention the employees, understandably, favor those tippers. Just returned from Iberostar Grand Any Questions? Thank you for any help! 309, Playa Paraiso, Playa del Carmen 77710 Mexico 011 34 971 99 80 61 Visit hotel website Check In / / Check Out / / Guests Get answers to your questions about Playa Paraiso. Thank you for any help! Where you so graciously oblige them. The purpose being that these comments may benefit them in additional gratuities. I thought it meant you were no longer following this thread. Who told you that the employees do not get compensated in an *all inclusive* resort? They deserve it! It isn't about imposing one's will on the masses. Search for Iberostar Grand Paraiso discounts in Playa del Carmen with KAYAK. See if you can follow 1) Earlier you told us that you always receive great service. In addition, the ala carte waiters were usually very good and I'd tip them $5 per meal. Also, depending on where I am going, I do t-shirts with iron on transfers. Can I use the lazy river / wave pool at the Lindo if I stay at the Beach or Del Mar? It is really the resorts fault for not doing this. You asked why, if the jobs were so bad, would anyone want them. just because we're told that gratuities are "included" it doesn't mean that the employee gets any of what we pay-it just means the resort says you don't have to give them anything. They deserve it! Visitors will find rooms designed for luxury, including marble bathrooms . Of course there will always be those who are not comfortable in NOT giving a little something. Answer 1 of 83: We are going to the Grand at the end of November, it is our first time at an all inclusive hotel. After a few bucks, your favorite bartender will know you by name! I was surprised at how many but they have that righ and I respect that. just came back from the grand hotel paraiso,we tipped mostly breakfast,2 dollars, lunch mostly 3 dollars,and the spec rest,depense karim at the italian was perfect we gave him 10 dollars,the jappanees 5 dollars,and in the lobbybar 5 dollars as we left for dinner,after a couple off drinks.the cleaninglady total 20 dollars, and turndouwn 5 dollars.butler 10 dollars and bellman 5 dollars . I don't pass judgement on anyone who chooses not to tip but I resent being made to feel guilty for giving a few dollars to someone who has worked very hard for me and who makes near slave wages. What is there to do? You should not have to pay extra for good service at such an expensive resort. Answer 1 of 9: Can someone tell me about Iberostar Grand Paraiso? I myself though take $2.00 and $1.00 bills. It's a place that imparts tranquility and comfort while offering excellent stewardship and concierge services to create a tailor-made getaway that's totally you. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-8217696', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');the Grand at the end of November, it is our first time at an all inclusive hotel. I don't pass judgement on anyone who chooses not to tip but I resent being made to feel guilty for giving a few dollars to someone who has worked very hard for me and who makes near slave wages. Thank you for any help! It is a wide practice in Europe that the gratuity is included in your bill but also customary to leave a few coins at the table. Answer 21 of 83: We are going to the Grand at the end of November, it is our first time at an all inclusive hotel. And especially your room maid. The past couple of years I have bought baseball caps (good deals on www.hitrunscore.com). Playa Paraiso. I have received some of the best service ever in my life at resorts in Mexico and I just wouldn't have felt right not leaving a tip. The butler $5-10 depending on what he does. Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Playa Paraiso Guest House It is really the resorts fault for not doing this. If you ask for something special (such as drinks for the mini-bar $1-2 is good). But we actually use the stuff so little, we don't always remember. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-116348196', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');the Grand, you are at the highest level of the resort. more. Iberostar Grand Paraiso 9,282 reviews #1 of 6 all-inclusives in Playa Paraiso Save Share Avenida Del Sol 309 Carretera Chetumal - P. Juarez, Km. aprata - When are you going? It doesn't help anybody. Our day-to-day efforts are to create a particularly pleasant atmosphere for our guests with the numerous services available in our wonderfully designed hotel, so your words confirming our success are really important to us. This is not the environment we want for our clients. We found the service exceptional at (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? We also use only pesos but I was typing that on my phone and economizing on taps. The only all-inclusive I've stayed at prohibited tips for these reasons. It is NOT necessary to tip, as you are paying for an *all inclusive* , this means *everything* from (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? It is like beating a dead horse. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-8604587', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');the Grand we had pretty disappointing service (not terrible or even bad, but compared to other meals it was definitely disappointing). They prefer for the guests to pay their help. aprata - When are you going? oh and the girls who bring you ,your drinks at the pool every thime 1 dollar. Also, I am a little concerned that you "are getting a bit hot under the collar - and that is something that is NOT wanted in this forum". 3) Your latest post says only a couple people get some type of "bonus". Excellence Riviera Cancun, Difference between Iberostar Paraiso Lindo vs Maya. over a year ago GlobeTrot. How do you know what the workers get in tips that are pre-paid? Buffet waiters I'd give $2 if they brought us beverages and kept our table free of dirty plates. I have to wonder if this is why I have read so many negative comments on the butler service. What are the differences and exchange privileges of the IB Playa Paraiso resorts? Thanks for your comments. They come back and complain about poor service when in fact it was only poor to THEM because they did not tip enough at a resort where it was supposed to be included. coxy you are tacking this way to seriuosly, if you want to tip tip pleas. It is a wide practice in Europe that the gratuity is included in your bill but also customary to leave a few coins at the table. I personally find it to be liberating - I don't have to carry cash to every tom, dick, and harry w/their hand out. I'm trying to follow your logic and apply it to my viewpoint. To use our mobile site, please enable JavaScript. I also tIpped the shuttle drivers $2-3 dollars every time I needed a ride as I was staying in building 70 on the oceanfront and it was a long walk to the main areas of the resort. We leave money each day for housekeeping since you might not have the same housekeeper each day. My wife also likes spinning so she is wondering if any spinning classes are offered there as well. Is it customary to tip the waiters and the bartenders, and if yes, what is a decent tip? but you are there in dec ,so you will see for your relves ,its a great resort ,with a lot off good empol, so you can tip a lot if you want. The only problem I can see is if extra tipping becomes expected by the employees and they hold it against non-extra tippers. In addition, the ala carte waiters were usually very good and I'd tip them $5 per meal. When you have someone give you great service for 2-3 hrs. Members who are extremely knowledgeable about this destination and answer travellers questions frequently. Alternatively, you may use. We tipped EVERYBODY from the airport to the resort to the food servers, bell hops, housekeeping, tour guides, you name it Far, far, far from being rich, but we are EXTREMELY wealthy - not in $$ and cents; but when you know you've been blessed you just gotta share the blessings. Where you so graciously oblige them. The resort is surrounded by mangroves and rain forest, and the grounds are beautifully cared for, with an eye to protecting the native wildlife. I also tIpped the shuttle drivers $2-3 dollars every time I needed a ride as I was staying in building 70 on the oceanfront and it was a long walk to the main areas of the resort. and another $20 at the end. What restaurants are at IB Lindo/Maya and what are the hours? Is it customary to tip the waiters and the bartenders, and if yes, what is a decent tip? Grand ADULTS ONLY All Inclusive Sustainability Hotel No. I may also add, it is a known practice for employees of certain hotels to pose as tourists and post comments on these wesites. The resorts should either do away with gratuities included or enforce the rules. Playa Paraiso. It is very obvious to me that we are seeing an issue from completely different sides because of our very different life experiences. You have already paid your *premium* price for this service. I don't think that those of us who tip a bit ruin anything for anyone. the starfriends gets more %, because the are working different hours. Snoebel, that's right-I almost forgot, at Sandals they reward their staff with gifts. This is not the environment we want for our clients. If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. They prefer for the guests to pay their help. I think it is fabulous that he is on a computer sharing his wealth of experience with us. I don't tip to get good service but because I have received good service. thats why you must fill out the form. Thank you for any help! Is it customary to tip the waiters and the bartenders, and if yes, what is a decent tip? If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. I don't think that those of us who tip a bit ruin anything for anyone. Iberostar Grand Paraiso: Resort First Timers - See 9,286 traveller reviews, 13,197 candid photos, and great deals for Playa Paraiso, Mexico, at Tripadvisor. There are some resorts where the acceptance of the tips are grounds for being fired. The purpose being that these comments may benefit them in additional gratuities. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-41276140', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');the Grand and tipped almost everyone similar to Andrea, but we also tipped the person who refilled the fridge 50 pesos every few days and the concierge 50 pesos when we booked the al a cartes. I hope you enjoy your stay at the Iberostar Grand Paraiso and keep your pesos for shopping! We also tipped the Butler as and when he did things for us . just because we're told that gratuities are "included" it doesn't mean that the employee gets any of what we pay-it just means the resort says you don't have to give them anything. It is a wide practice in Europe that the gratuity is included in your bill but also customary to leave a few coins at the table. Playa Paraiso. For Royal PDC this september (my birthday) I have the following t's. We tell our clients of this hassle free vacation and they go there only to feel uncomfortable because they see other guests tipping and it makes them look cheap. I was just there and noticed that many people did tip regularly. We always tip in the restaurants and at the bars as well. I am not condoning a *no tipping* policy, merely advising when it is necessary and when it is not. Who told you that the employees do not get compensated in an *all inclusive* resort? 10 years ago Save You'll get lots of opinions on this one. We tipped him $50 and never saw him again. any advice would be. Thank you for any help! Perhaps they have become accustomed to the *big* tippers and only concentrate on them. I try to be as discrete as possible, tend to palm the tip and pass it in a hand shake. Adults????? Iberostar Paraiso Maya: only one with lazy river? You get the same service weather you tip or not, we tipped at the end of our holiday as we felt each and everyone deserved a little something, that's the good thing about these guys in iberostar they never expected anything they all went out there way to make our holiday the best it could be, wish I could have given them more, there great guys. more. This is equivalent to $129.00 dollars of their currency (1=129). I certainly appreciated reading different perspectives on the topic. . Search for the cheapest hotel deal for Iberostar Grand Paraiso in Playa del Carmen. Answer 1 of 83: We are going to the Grand at the end of November, it is our first time at an all inclusive hotel. I have not heard from *aprata* so perhaps they agree with you. If you go to a restaurant w/ a party of 6 or more and the restaurant says it will automatically add gratuity to the bill do you tip more on a regular basis? What will the Weather be Like When I Visit? . Taking 2 daughters with me (ages 22 and 26) so don't want to be with only honeymooners. Another night we had stellar service and we left him $19. Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Bed and Breakfast Playa Paraiso Playa Paraiso Holiday Rentals Playa Paraiso Holiday Packages Playa Paraiso. . Thank you for any help! You posted with this righteous fierceness that kind of came across like your way is the only way. I also tipped the washroom attendants if I saw them cleaning the guest bathrooms (which were kept immaculate) as these workers are often not tipped. You almost got it right. This site is about finding help and helping others in their travels. . It really is nice to see the programs that these companies have to reward their employees that go above and beyond, kind of like ours here. "Maybe you could cut him a little slack.". . . We are going to (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? When people rant, rave and write opinions as fact, I find it hard to do so. We'll be there the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Thank you all for sharing - for some reason I was not notified of the answers in the email after the first reply, and I only got to read it all now! The Iberostar Paraiso Beach is centrally located on the Riviera Maya, near one of the Yucatan Peninsula's most beautiful white-sand beaches, Playa de Punta Maroma. Playa Paraiso. Gimmie a break! Excellence Riviera Cancun, Difference between Iberostar Paraiso Lindo vs Maya. Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Playa Paraiso Bed and Breakfast Playa Paraiso Holiday Rentals Playa Paraiso Packages . Drinks $2 Unless it's Daniel at the pool bar and then $5. what is a decent tip? also you have to fill out a firm when you are at the grand off the end of your vacation with a lot off qestion the are offten asked for a name off the emplo, who did a great job for you when you were on vac. For those who don't tip and feel like their experience and service suffered make the management aware. I think I have answered that. And leave that tip every day ($2-3 is good). just because we're told that gratuities are "included" it doesn't mean that the employee gets any of what we pay-it just means the resort says you don't have to give them anything. . Thank you for any help! Is it customary to tip the waiters and the bartenders, and if yes, what is a decent tip? Answer 11 of 83: We are going to the Grand at the end of November, it is our first time at an all inclusive hotel. Who told you that the employees do not get compensated in an *all inclusive* resort? and if the service is good, food ectra,than i think pers you tip .the all will appreciat it.and to the travelag, we do tip in europe if you go out for a nice dinner,ore a drink in the bar you always gife a euro. I also bring small gifts to give out. Playa Paraso is an extraordinary place where you will find lush jungle vegetation and some of the world's most famous archaeological sites. If you don't want to tip that's fine--and believe me there are a lot more people who don't tip at all than people who do. How do you even know what they are paid in salary? Thank you for any help! . You have already paid your *premium* price for this service. Truthfully, I can't believe I'm spending so much time on this but I haven't been this annoyed in a while. Iberostar Grand Paraiso: Iberostar Grand Parisio is the best hotel we have ever experienced. we would like to have rooms close together or in the same block and on the top floor, near the beach or a quiet. . Playa Paraiso Bed and Breakfast Playa Paraiso Holiday Rentals Playa Paraiso Packages Flights to Playa Paraiso Playa Paraiso Restaurants Playa Paraiso Attractions Playa Paraiso Travel Forum Playa Paraiso Photo Playa Paraiso Map Playa Paraiso Guide All Playa Paraiso Hotels; Playa Paraiso Hotel Deals; Last Minute Hotels in Playa Paraiso It is really the resorts fault for not doing this. However, when your gratuity is included at a resort then why do you also feel it is necessary to pay several dollars each time a service is rendered? - See 9,286 traveler reviews, 13,197 candid photos, and great deals for Iberostar Grand Paraiso at Tripadvisor. I don't consider $4000 for 5 nights to be a cheap vacation. . No, 4000 for vacation is not cheap-that's what we're paying for our IB Grand vacation in December. 309, Playa Paraiso, Playa del Carmen 77710 Mexico 011 34 971 99 80 61 Visit hotel website Check In / / Check Out / / Guests Hotel direct offer! I just don't understand what people don't get here. If you don't want to tip that's fine--and believe me there are a lot more people who don't tip at all than people who do. You certainly dont have to tip what you would at home, but the guideline the previous poster gave are very good. We can all have differing points of view, can't we? If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. As I said, please do so discreetly. Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Bed and Breakfast Playa Paraiso Playa Paraiso Holiday Rentals Playa Paraiso Holiday Packages There is no tipping policy as this is included with your reservation. At Iberostar, it appears that tipping has become the norm even though we are already paying for it. An employee perphaps? Why on earth would they transfer one of their best employees from their flagship resort? i just want to say,thats allincl,meens sometimes,not always inc tips. How is the beach at Iberostar Paraiso resorts? It is NOT necessary to tip, as you are paying for an *all inclusive* , this means *everything* from (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? We are going to (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? Can I use the lazy river / wave pool at the Lindo if I stay at the Beach or Del Mar? Answer 51 of 83: We are going to the Grand at the end of November, it is our first time at an all inclusive hotel. Riviera Maya, up to 30% off! Where you so graciously oblige them. How is the beach at Iberostar Paraiso resorts? We are going to (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? I was tipping bartenders/waitresses $1 per round. Report inappropriate content 1-10 of 83 replies Sorted by 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 more, You seem to have JavaScript disabled. . Playa Paraiso Tourism Playa Paraiso Hotels Playa Paraiso Bed and Breakfast Playa Paraiso Vacation Rentals Playa Paraiso Vacation Packages In addition, the ala carte waiters were usually very good and I'd tip them $5 per meal. Tipping! That's as he does it. We tell our clients of this hassle free vacation and they go there only to feel uncomfortable because they see other guests tipping and it makes them look cheap. Playa del Carmen Tourism Playa del Carmen Hotels Playa del Carmen Bed and Breakfast Playa del Carmen Holiday Rentals Playa del Carmen Packages As a travel agent, I have read your question and was concerned at the responses you were getting. Answer 11 of 83: We are going to the Grand at the end of November, it is our first time at an all inclusive hotel. I agree that they work very hard. I still am adament that flashing cash in an obvious manner to bribe for service is just plain tacky! . There's the DIFFERENCE. Let them know you are unhappy, point out why, whom, whatever and let them know that your vacation experienced has been affected by the lack of service. I may also add, it is a known practice for employees of certain hotels to pose as tourists and post comments on these wesites. BUT, the workers DON'T GET IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I guess you e-mailed your close resort manager friends today, to get this wealth of info and insight. Email for Advanced Restaurant Reservations and Room Preferen, Iberostar Grand Paraso vs Haven Riviera Cancun. Aren't they just doing their JOB? She remembered my 3 egg omelette ingredients after my first morning there. An employee perphaps? Remember that if you give a GIFT you need to leave a note saying that its a gift and give your name/room number (I made up little cards on my computer with this information). I agree with poster RU-OK-2, I stayed for two weeks at the Iberostar Grand Paraiso in March 2018 and I tipped as he did. If you usually get great service, but only a couple people get a "bonus", don't you think the remaining employees who've given you great service are being short changed? Thank you for any help! what is a decent tip? Re: tipping at Iberostar Grand Hotel Paraiso, Get answers to your questions about Playa Paraiso. at dinner or someone makes drinks for you all day and night, how can you give them nothing? Is it customary to tip the waiters and the bartenders, and if yes, what is a decent tip? Of course there will always be those who are not comfortable in NOT giving a little something. does the butler get more, like $10-20 (assuming they are doing a good job)? Thanks for your help! It is already paid for! Thanks in. Alternatively, you may use. Get answers to your questions about Playa del Carmen, AIRPORT INFORMATION: Cancun Airport to Playa and resorts along the coast, PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION: Taxi, Colectivo & ADO Bus Info, AI: Adults Only and Family & Child Friendly Resorts. everybody take a chill pill mr taylor is as stated in one of his posts 79 years old so give him a break he may not have all his faculties. If there is turndown service at night you might want to leave $1. We leave money and a note with what we would like in our room fridge. This is certainly acceptable. I think tipping is very cultural and most people from the US are used to tipping for good service. We'll be there the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Is it customary to tip the waiters and the bartenders, and if yes, what is a decent tip? No it is "The Rene" that I am talking about .Lets just say: Sometimes people are better waiters than Captains.That small bit of power can change a person real fast.. A complimentary comment to the management could aid in them being compensated even more in the form of raised pay or promotion.