El Dorado Casitas Royale: El Dorado resorts do not disappoint

Gorgeous hotel - the grounds were impeccable, rooms lovely and food amazing. The staff went above and beyond every single day. Beautiful walkway to go from one end to the other. Fun activities and lots of bars and pools to choose from. Only negatives- charged for room service and charge for Bali beds (not the case at Seaside)

Sandos Caracol Nature Resort and Water Park: Okay.

Pros: Those most amazing natural habit we have ever been too Great vaca for family a week is plenty to do everything Most of the staff were very friendly and accommodating Lots of fruit and vegetable selections Nice pool areas Cons: -sales people pounce on you the very first day. Extremely friendly until you say no. Rude comments and the rest of the vaca if they saw you, you bet your bottom dollar they remembered you. Cold shoulder. Made us feel extremely uncomfortable. - freezing c [... read more]old water in the shower brought to the service counters attention three times and each time they had no complaints recorded On our eighth day after demanding a new room, they decided they were going to move us. In the end, we chose not to move because there was a god-awful stomach flu going around people dropping them off like flies didn’t want to take the chance and pick up a bug -The Mexican buffet was our favourite place to go but in general the buffets never served hot food unless you were getting it prepared Water park closed down pump issues -I would not go back to this resort because of their sales people Not enough activities around pool areas

Royalton Hideaway Riviera Cancun: Great resort!

We really enjoyed our time at Royalton Hideaway Riviera Cancun. The rooms were beautiful and cleaned daily. Food was great, a large variety to choose from. We did run into troubles trying to book reservations through the app; however, we went to guest services, and they were super helpful and booked us in for dinner reservations. Drinks were always cold, and service was quick!

Blue Bay Grand Esmeralda: Love the resort

The food was good service also but we didn't had ice cream nore guacamole. The interning was good drink and special café was cool. I woul recommend d this resort to everyone. Beach its wasn't cuba but nice and the lagoon wish is 10 min walk it amazing . Loves my experience ❤️

Barcelo Maya Tropical: Beyond all my expectations!!!

Honestly, there is nothing about this resort that I did not like. The ability to go between the Tropical, Colonial, Caribe and Beach resort was amazing as it did not feel like you were trapped on a tiny resort. The grounds and buildings are beyond stunning. No matter where my wife and I walked, we were amazed by the beauty of it. The beaches were well groomed and offered a lot of seating, rocky areas, cleared areas, there is something for everyone. Neither my wife or I had any complaints ab [... read more]out the food, we always found something we liked and it was always delicious. Staff throughout the resort is friendly and helpful. We were avid cruisers and wanted to try something new and this resort blew away all our expectations. While we may not have much experience to compare this to other resorts, we have certainly talked to many people with horror stories from other resorts and I was overjoyed by the experience we had here.

Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya: Beautiful Resort

My son and daughter in law got married here, it was beautiful. Everything was so lovely and delicious. The grounds are kept clean, food was amazing, the beaches although small were spotless and lovely. Could have been a few more chairs available but we found one most days. The water park for the kids was so fun and the slides were a hit. Had a great vacation.

Sandos Playacar Beach Resort: Great Family Vacation

The resort itself was clean, a little difficult to navigate around, we got lost a few times. Figured it out by the time it was time to go. Buffet food was ok, we were very disappointed with the resort when it came to booking restaurants. We were told many different things.. 1. booking opens 8am daily to reserve a spot first come first serve. 2. bookings open at midnight 3. You need to book 1 week in advance from your trip only if you are elite. So we were very board with having buffet food the [... read more] entire trip. The pools were nice, staff were very friendly. The shuttle could have been more consistent. Sometimes you only waited 5 mins other times you had to wait 20 mins. Most of our group could walk but we did have 2 with some mobility issues and walking wasn't always an option. The spa was amazing! The couples massage was far beyond what we expected and would do it again. The gym was very nice, but get there early or you won't be able to do a proper work out due to the lack of equipment. The beach was beautiful! Soft white sand and clear warm water. We would come back again, knowing what we know now about the restaurants we will be more prepared.

Sandos Playacar Beach Resort: Had an amazing time!

This hotel was huge but the grounds were so beautiful and full of wildlife that walking it wasn’t bad at all! The food was amazing at the buffet and the à la carte restaurants were even better! Drinks were super good! Staff was all very friendly and accommodating! Nothing bad to say about this resort! I will definitely be back!

Barcelo Maya Colonial: Great resort

The resort was beautiful. Gardens impeccably maintained. All staff were warm and friendly. Rooms were spacious, beds very comfortable. Excellent food, offering many choices on the buffets. The beach was special as there was lots of marine life. We enjoyed it so much that we are planning to return next year.

Blue Bay Grand Esmeralda: Very enjoyable bacation

We stayed for a week Feb 5th to 12. This is my second stay at the resort and I come because of the people. The resort staff are outstanding from the trolley drivers consideration to everyone's needs to the restaurant staff they are working hard but still approach with a smile and kind word The rooms are getting outdated it they are clean we needed some towels and within 10 minutes they were at the door We always had a full minibar and 3 bottles of water The other thing which was important  [... read more]to me as I have mobility issues there is a elevator in each building The food is good variety but if your picky it may challenge you There are 3 restaurants open for breakfast when we were there when I was there a little off season only 2 were open There is a coffee shop that is included that make great coffee and various drinks much like Starbucks Speciality restaurants are excellent there is a ap so you can sign up for your convenience just go to the concierge they will str you up Entertainment varies throughout the week There is a central bar in the evening with entertainment in the theatre right there The beach is smaller and there is during peak season loungers are required to be claimed early in the morning this in all resorts I have experienced There is the beach with a large pool where activities are all day long a restaurant for breakfast andunch A smaller Pool is at building 7 and is quieter you will have to put at 6 am to get a chair There is shuttles that run all day long as it is a big resort If you like walking you will definitely get your steps in As well a well appointed gym is available and the spa is in the same building I love this place but I am not high maintenance and what's important to me might not be for you I enjoy happy helpful friendly staff which with.a smile you will find here Oh yes don't forget to tip they work really hard

Grand Oasis Riviera: Grand Oasis Akamal Review

The hotel was beautiful..our room was huge..and cleaned perfectly every day. The food was excellent. However the beach was terrible .all coral and rocks. You absolutely need water shoes. Quite a steep entrance to the ocean, I fell every time getting in, and out. But the snorkeling is fabulous! The hotel has a very poor departure system . You need to sign out by 12 noon. You are told if you don't get to the buffet by 12:30, you will not get any food til your bus leaves. Mine left at 6:10. So  [... read more]no food unless, I paid for a late checkout..$45. US til 2:00 pm or $65 US. Til 6:00 PM. STRICTLY a money grab. I will not be back to this hotel again!!

Blue Bay Grand Esmeralda: It’s ok, what you pay for

Rooms were not great, toilet ran the entire time we were there.Al a carte restaurants were great, Buffett was just ok. Bar service was very good, entertainment was good but the Black and White was very loud. Staff were friendly and most went the extra mile.

Grand Oasis Riviera: Great Snorkeling right on the hotel beach

The hotel was nice.They are still renovating and most of the renos are on the adults only side. The hotel is small so there is not a lot of walking. The service in general was great. The food was ok. There was always something we liked. They did have chicken nuggets at the buffet for lunch and breakfast. There is also a little restaurant by the pool area which had a little buffet (fajitas, pizza, fruit and veggies) and the burgers, hot dogs and french fries. The coffee bar is great. The beach [... read more] is not as long as the pictures-the one side is rocky so not a lot of people swimming on that side. There is definitely not enough beach chairs for the non adult side -by 9am. They did have a little show most of the nights-but we never went so I can’t comment on that.

Occidental at Xcaret Destination: Amazing and so glad we went back!

We truly love the Occidental at Xcaret! This was our second trip and although the weather did not cooperate fully, the service and resort did not disappoint! Can't wait to go back again! The grounds, the park, food and people truly make you want to continue to visit again and again!

Riu Tequila: Review – RIU Tequila, Playacar (Stayed February 2026)

We stayed at RIU Tequila in February 2026 and were very pleasantly surprised by the overall quality of the resort for the price. The grounds are beautiful, well-kept, and have a lively, fun atmosphere. Our room was modern and nicely updated in black, red, and white tones. Housekeeping was excellent—very thorough cleaning every day, and the towel figurines were a cute and thoughtful touch. Food was abundant and good quality. The selection was on the simpler side, but everything was fresh and t [... read more]asty, and we never had trouble finding something we liked. The wine was surprisingly good, and the in-room alcohol dispensers and well-stocked minibar (beer and soft drinks) were convenient, even though we are not big drinkers. The hotel is not directly on the beach, but it’s just a short, pleasant walk through the grounds. There were plenty of beach chairs and towels available, and no need to wake up early to reserve spots. The beach restaurant was great, and the fresh fruit selection was a highlight for me. We had a small issue at check-in—the toilet wasn’t working properly—but we reported it to the front desk and it was fixed quickly and professionally, which really impressed us. The RIU Party was epic! We attended the White Party and it was one of the best resort parties we’ve experienced—fun, energetic, and comparable to a quality nightclub atmosphere. Overall, we were very impressed with the value, service, and quality of food and facilities. We would definitely return. Playacar itself is wonderful—safe, perfect for long walks, and very convenient with nearby markets, shops, pharmacies, and even a Starbucks.

Grand Oasis Riviera: Wonderful Resort

The resort was beautiful, small and easy excess to all activities. Rooms were beautiful spacious and well kept. The coffee shop was amazing and the hard working staff friendly! The activity staff were the best! Would like to make a shoutout to Andrea, Gabrielle, Cindy and Tony who made our beach days fun! The beach was very rocky and hard to get into the water. The negative :is not having a Sunwing Rep at the hotel for any concerns. Was frustrated about check out I have never been to a reso [... read more]rt that check out is at 12 bracelets cut and told we can no longer use the facilities for buffet and bar. Our pick up time to leave the hotel was 6:10 at night and to be told that we can no longer use eat or drink was disappointing! Usually they cut bracket but your checkout ticket allows you to use all facilities to you leave!

Iberostar Selection Riviera Cancun: Amazing resort!

Great and friendly staff! Very many activities across the resort. Staff are always around to play mini games, offer you a drink or invite you to different activities. Incredibly good kitchen, with a wide variety of food. The menu theme changes every day, but a lot of items remain the same. Overall we liked it very much!

Barcelo Maya Tropical: Beautiful resort

The resort was very clean with very friendly staff. Food was good also especially at the specialty restaurants. Rib eye steak was amazing! Beach was nice, but very rocky, so water shoes are a must. Double decker bus available to take you to different resorts My only complaint about this resort would be lack of signage . Bus ride from Tulum airport was about 2 hours!

Grand Oasis Riviera: Beautiful resort

The rooms and resort are beautiful. If you want nightly entertainment this is not the.resort for you! The mini bar does not get restocked at all with pop or beer. They are short on daytime entertainment staff and those staff members are amazing keeping guests engaged.

Catalonia Yucatan: Catalonia Yucatan Resort

Grounds are well maintained, rooms and resort Very clean. Beware of the buffets! The food isn't warm, so many in our group 5/11 became ill with vomiting, we tried to reheat, eat fresh but the food isn't warm cold and harbours bacteria. Beach is not ideal for walking, many stones and not much sand, swimming is in a lagoon, not the ocean. Walks to the marina were great. I would not recommend this resort.