About:
When we envision vacations, activities like swimming, sunbathing, and relaxation often come to mind first. However, for many of us, shopping is also an integral part of the vacation experience. Whether it’s for groceries, toiletries, or water activity essentials, Sam’s Club offers an exceptional shopping destination with locations across Mexico and America.
What You Can Purchase:
Sam’s Club provides a wide range of products, including familiar items as well as international and seasonal specialties. At this particular location, you’ll find a meat department, clothing section, electronics, bakery, and even an outdoor cafe near the entrance. Some unique offerings include canned pulpo (octopus), gelatin cakes, and various desserts not typically found at U.S. stores. Exploring the store reveals an exciting array of inventory that adds to the shopping experience.
The outdoor cafe offers affordable meals and snacks, with a menu that surpasses typical Sam’s Club offerings in the U.S. Choose from hot dogs, pizza, sandwiches, salads, pastries, and a variety of beverages, including a refreshing Icee machine for kids to enjoy on hot days.
Is Sam’s Club in Mexico?
Sam’s Club has a significant presence in Mexico, with 116 locations across the country. The Sam’s Club in Peñasco opened its doors on June 21, 2001, conveniently situated on Benito Juarez Boulevard in Colonia Brisas del Golfo.
Membership and Fees:
Sam’s Club offers various membership levels, from Classic to Plus, catering to different preferences and needs. The Plus membership offers additional benefits, including special discounts on hotels, cinema tickets, and premium products like Member’s Mark. Pricing for memberships is as follows:
- Classic Membership: $500 MXN (~$25.00 USD)
- Additional Membership: $250 MXN (~$12.50 USD)
- Benefits Membership: $650 MXN (~$32.50 USD) for Classic, $325 MXN (~$16.00 USD) for Additional
- Plus Membership: $1,100 MXN (~$55.00 USD) for Classic, $550 MXN (~$27.50 USD) for Additional
Using a U.S. Membership:
If you have a membership from the United States, it can be used in Mexico. However, you’ll need to download the Sam’s Club Mexico app to access your digital membership, as U.S. memberships have a different barcode.