Blue Bay Grand Esmeralda: Resort experience

We recently stayed at this resort and had a mixed experience. On the positive side, the staff were all very friendly and the food was consistently good throughout our stay. However, our vacation got off to a rocky start. As soon as we arrived, we were pressured into attending a timeshare presentation, which ended up wasting three hours of our first day. It was not how we wanted to spend our first moments relaxing. The initial room we were given had a noticeable mold issue. We brought this  [... read more]to the staff's attention, and to their credit, they moved us to another room right away, which we appreciated. The resort is surrounded by lots of wild animals, which can add to the atmosphere for some, but might be a downside for others, depending on your comfort level. Overall, while there were some definite positives (especially the food and friendly staff), some unfortunate issues took away from the experience.

Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya: Great Resort, Get the Swim-Out!

This was our second trip to Secrets Akumal, so obviously we were already positive about this resort, but this time we brought another couple with us. Pretty much everything we remembered about the first trip in 2019 was the same and we had another great time. The only thing we changed is we splurged for the swim-out suite, which was a big win. We loved the tranquil pool last time as it was separated and quiet, but having that same luxury out your back door was even better. To top it off, room se [... read more]rvice is now handled through the phone app instead of having to call in, so you can easily have them deliver your food out to the back patio and set it up while you are swimming! Honestly, the only downside of this resort is cost (gone up quite a bit since 2019) and the distance from the airport. Flying into Cancun it took us over 2 hours on the airline provided shuttle as we made a few stops along the way. Other than that, love it and already talking about going for our third trip next year.

Platinum Yucatan Princess: Great Holiday!

This was our second stay at Yucatan Princess. The weather, and staff were great. Swim-up room was great. We were well placed, close to the main pool and restaurant. Weather was beautiful, and cannot say enough praise for the, amazing!!

Royal Solaris Cancun: Great stay!

This was my second time at the Royal Solaris and I really enjoyed my stay both times. The hotel is not far from the airport and Cancun downtown. Very clean with the great room service. The staff is friendly and were entertaining guests daily at the pool. Food is good, maybe less variety than in RIU resorts, but you have chicken, beef, fish. Pastries are amazing. I would recommend to the couples with or without kids. I’m definitely going back

NYX Hotel Cancun: Hotel Nyx is a charming little gem

It took us weeks of careful research before deciding to book our first family all-inclusive vacation in Mexico at Hotel Nyx Cancun, but it turned out to be the best vacation we had in a very long time ! Not too far from the airport and within walking distance to La Isla shopping center, Nyx is a winning ticket for tourists (like us) who enjoy a quaint smaller hotel with an amazing staff, delicious food and a generous sized beach. The Mediterranean-like architecture and hotel grounds are ve [... read more]ry clean, well kept and its walking alleys are complemented by beautiful tropical plants. After sundown, the discrete lighting brings them all together in a magical way. Honorio ( Jojo) was more than just the first friendly and polite staff to welcome us to Nyx and guide us to our rooms, but always ready to offer an advice or an unbiased recommendation. A little mix-up with our deluxe rooms on our arrival was promptly corrected the next morning at Reception by David and Meike who went above and beyond to ensure our satisfaction was guaranteed. The deluxe rooms assigned to us initially were in tower 1 and tower 6. While both were modernized, the room in tower 1 was so small that the king size bed almost filled the whole room and facing the lagoon made it almost impossible to sleep due to the constant traffic noise on the Kukulkan Ave. The next morning we have moved to other rooms in the main tower which were still very clean, with comfortable beds, significantly more spacious and quieter, but lacking much needed updates. The complimentary champagne bottle was a nice touch and it was well received ! The house keeping did an amazing job, refreshing our rooms every day and refilling the fridges with water, soft drinks and beer. One of the fridges had a malfunction at some point, but the dispatched maintenance tech showed up promptly and resolved it on the spot despite being almost 10PM. The quite elegant Balam restaurant from the lobby serves amazing breakfast and dinner, while the beach restaurant will fulfill your lunch needs. Both serve a good variety of delicious choices and even the pickiest eater will have its taste buds tickled. Our compliments to the Chef and the kitchen staff for the delicious and rich selection of dishes, deserts and pastries which totally dismantled the all-inclusive buffet stigma as being cheap, boring and repetitive. Hugo and Gerardo made our meals even more enjoyable with their great service, while Jose JJ and Jhohn kept us well “hydrated” with masterfully crafted drinks at both the lobby bar and the pool bar. Daniel put quite a show while preparing our tasty Teppanyaki dinner at the Japanese Umami restaurant one evening, but Chianti Italian restaurant on our last night did not impress at all and made us regret missing out on what culinary wonders the buffet dinner had to offer. For those interested in expanding their taste experience with some gourmet out-of-this-world tacos, the Tacos Villanos is conveniently located just outside the Nyx entrance ramp. It only took the 4 of us about $100 to get hooked on their tacos and to set our bar so high now that we cannot even enjoy other tacos anymore ;) The beach is beautiful and there was no shortage of sun beds with or without shade. Being the top of the season for sargassum, the beach was cleaned every morning and only a small amount of the sea weed was present. We were impressed to learn one morning that the life guard was not there just to protect us humans, but he also promptly came to rescue about a dozen baby leatherback turtles that got tangled in the seaweed accumulated overnight on the edge of the beach. A couple of Nyx employees were radioed in and quickly showed up with a proper crate to take the hatchlings to a safe place until their proper release the following night. The swimming pool was nice and clean and it seemed to be quite enjoyable with lots of engaging activities during the day, but cannot comment more as we always prefer the beach and swim in the ocean. The lobby was comfortable and as spotless clean as the rest of the hotel and it offered a cool refuge from the unforgiving August heat during the noon-ish hours. Two big screen TV’s will let you watch your preferred sport or you can show your skills at the pool table for 10 pesos per game. The designated smoking area is just outside the double sliding doors as you pass the pool table. The day wouldn’t have been complete without the nice evening entertainment mix of music genres, various talented local artists, DJ and even a karaoke night, all the way to 11pm. Should you have an early morning departure on a tour or back to the airport (like we had), please inform in advance the friendly reception staff and you’ll be pleasantly surprised to find a nice lunch box prepared for you. On the second morning of our stay, we had the pleasure to meet Jacobo, the Air Canada Vacations rep which was very friendly, yet professional, and he provided us with all the essential information we needed. He quickly gained our confidence and without any pressure or sales pitches, we decided to book a day-long tour to the one of the 7 wonders of the world: Chichen Itza. It turned out to be a wonderful unique experience and the best tour we ever had. Do yourselves a favour and if you do decide to book this tour, ask for PATTY13, the tour operator that has Jose and Patricia as your guides. Jose was our super talented guide (for the English speaking group) and besides the awe inspiring objectives visited, he was the star of the trip, keeping all of us entertained with his hilarious style but also fascinated by a blend of stories and historical facts. A quick note: should you decide to bring your passport on this tour, you’ll have the opportunity of having it stamped with a special mark depicting the temple of Chichen Itza that proves you have visited one of the Seven Wonders of the World. I do realize it is a very long review, but writing just a simple phrase wouldn’t do justice and would also be unfair to ALL the friendly, polite and hard working staff that have contributed to an enjoyable and quite memorable week-long stay at Nyx Cancun. A big Thank You to all and we can’t wait to return here on our next vacation !

Secrets Playa Blanca Costa Mujeres: Amazing Resort

Fantastic Resort - amazing staff, great room, great grounds, pool, food all of this was 5 stars - service was even better, my wife chose this resort for our 25th Anniversary, it wasn't cheap but well worth the extra $$ we wanted to spend. Looking forward to returning sometime in Jan / Feb 2027.

Akumal Bay Beach and Spa Resort: Good resort.

Dining was satisfactory, the room was wet and smelly, the service was good, and the beaches had too much seaweed. The nature was amazing: turtles, birds, and perfect snorkeling; a lot to do in the area. Pyramids, caves, forests, old towns. This all.

Barcelo Maya Palace: Amazing Resort

Great staff, food ,service was excellent. I recommend you get a premium room no wait times to check in excellent location, nice rooms great beaches, also use Air Transat best airline to book, Maya Palace is the best choice or Tropical

Dreams Sands Cancun Resort and Spa: DREAMS THE BEST RESORT!

THIS TRIP WAS AMAZING! The workers were so friendly! Especially Jonathan! My kids went to the kid club, they said Patrica and the other ladies was so friendly, they did many crafts! The buffet food was so delicious! My son loved the fish fingers. The hotel we stayed at was so nice because the room service food was very delicious also the shower was very big which was nice, we also loved the air conditioning in the room. My son told me he loved playing water volleyball in the pool with the entert [... read more]ainment team. Overall, it was a absolute 10/10. None of this would ever happen. without the help of the best travel agent, Nephilene. we always book our family vacations through her and she always go above and beyond. She's just the best!

Valentin Imperial Riviera Maya: Awesome resort and service

The grounds of the resort were beautiful and clean. The food was outstanding from the buffet to the fine dining dinners. Every meal was gourmet perfection. Coffee at L' Cafe was a wonderful start to the day with every kind of beverage available. The staff throughout the resort were very friendly, accommodating and attentive. We wish we had booked a longer stay.

Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya: Secrets Akumal our best resort ever.

We enjoyed our stay so much that we are considering a return trip in August 2027. This was our second time and firstly what helped us to decide to come back were the staff, that’s what impressed us the most. They were always providing exceptional, friendly service. What made me feel at home was our closest staff who remembered our names The grounds were kept immaculate, the food was always fresh, the bars top shelf, the beach and pools are beautiful. Of all the staff, our bartender Bernando  [... read more]was who we had a connection the most. He brought my wife special drinks to her pool chair. I don’t drink so he ordered Almave non-alcohol tequila, hard to come by at the resort. Special mention should be made to the bartender, Alejandro (Alex), Pool/ Beach Waiter Noe, Pool/ Beach Waiter Anna, Pool/ Beach Waiter Franchito (Fransico), and Pool/ Beach Waiter Henry. Restaurant waiter Santiago was the best, Restaurant waiter Xavier was great. Restaurant Maître d’ Isabelle being our anniversary she sat us at beautiful tables. Pool Concierge Jose, Pool Concierge Antonio, Pool Concierge Ruben. They all provided us with fresh towels, adjusted our umbrella, cool wet cloths, cleaned our sunglasses and explained all the daily activities. Newly Promoted Building Concierge Max, he was always offering to assist us in any way. In closing I feel it’s the management who make Secrets the most desirable resort in the Riviera Maya, they set the culture, the standards, and the quality of total guest satisfaction. Regards, Thomas Potter

Grand Palladium Select Costa Mujeres: Absolute gem

This place is a must. Great food all around, very neat premises, great service Great service. I had forgotten one pill (diabetes), and customer service got my missing pill in 90 minutes to my room……..

Bahia Principe Explore Akumal: Nice and huge resort

Explore Akumal is a big resort and gives you access to all other resorts in the Bahia Principe compound. Staff was very helpful and friendly. The beach area is better than other Mayan Riviera beaches. The a la carte choice is ample and good quality. Mixed drinks were pretty good as well and so were the evening shows. There are shuttles to take you from one resort to the other and they run pretty smoothly and regularly. O'Neil from Tripcentral was very helpful as usual in working with us to make  [... read more]sure the resort fulfilled our requirements.

Catalonia Riviera Maya: Catalonia Riviera Maya exceeded all our expectations

Our stay at this four-star Cancun resort exceeded all expectations with truly exceptional service and stunning oceanfront views. The staff went above and beyond to ensure every need was met with a warm smile. Amenities were top-tier, featuring pristine pools and a relaxing spa. Dining was an absolute highlight; the on-site restaurants offered an incredible variety of flavorful, gourmet dishes that rivaled high-end city eateries. From the immaculate Privileged rooms to the vibrant evening enterta [... read more]inment, every single detail felt luxurious and well-cared-for. We cannot wait to return to this tropical paradise for our next vacation.

Occidental at Xcaret Destination: Great Resort, Highly recommend!

Had a wonderful time with the family, the kids loved the pool, kids club and the wildlife. We also got the unlimited Xcaret pass (get the pass when booking!), the park is so close, within easy walking distance.

Viva Azteca by Wyndham: A little piece of heaven!

I honestly can’t say enough good things about Viva Azteca. This resort was exactly what I needed. From the moment I arrived, I felt a sense of peace and relaxation that stayed with me throughout my entire vacation. The resort itself is absolutely beautiful. It has such a lovely, laid-back atmosphere, and there was something about the whole place that just made it easy to slow down and enjoy being there. I felt peaceful. I felt comfortable. I really felt like I had gotten away from everything fo [... read more]r a little while. And the food was fantastic! The buffet had lots of choices, but the à la carte restaurants were the real highlight. I was genuinely impressed by the quality of the meals. We had some wonderful dinners, and each restaurant had something different and delicious to offer. The staff were friendly, the grounds were beautiful, and the overall atmosphere was just wonderful. It wasn't a huge, overwhelming resort, and I really appreciated that. Everything felt manageable and relaxed. If I had to mention one negative, it would be the pool area. There were times when kids and adults were throwing balls across the pool from quite a distance, and unfortunately there wasn't always much consideration for the people around them. If you were trying to quietly relax in the pool, it could be a little frustrating. But honestly? Even that was something I could overlook. There was just so much more to love about this resort. I came home feeling like I had truly had a vacation — not just stayed at a hotel. Viva Azteca gave me exactly what I was looking for: peace, relaxation, beautiful surroundings, wonderful food, and a chance to empty my cup and just enjoy myself. I would absolutely return to Viva Azteca, and I would happily recommend it to anyone looking for a beautiful, peaceful and relaxing getaway. ❤️?☀️

Majestic Mirage Costa Mujeres All Suite Resort: Trip to majestic Mirage Costa Mujeres Aug 19-26, 2026

We had a good trip. The resort is as advertised. We had a plunge pool suite with an ocean view. The resort has large rooms that are cleaned daily with turn down service too. The rooms come with a free bottle of champagne plus 3 liquor bottles which are all complementary. The resort has plent of restaurants and bars and the service is very good. The food is not so good especially at the Indian and Italian restaurants and the sports bar. The ice cream selection at the cafe and restaurants is poor  [... read more]and limited to the standard vanilla, chocolate, mango, caramel etc. The shows (nightly entertainment) needs to improve. Other than that the resort is good and value for money. It has top shelf drinks, great choice of cocktails and the service is excellent. Special mention of Val, our butler, Elvis, bartender, Edgar, Ghandi and Jesus, wait staff at Italian, French and Indian restaurant, Veronica and Neyhla, hostess at Indian and Breakfas Buffet respectively and Managers, Ahide and Alejandro.

Majestic Mirage Costa Mujeres All Suite Resort: A Huge Thank You to Eden and Tripcentral!

My husband and I had an absolutely wonderful experience with Eden at Tripcentral! From start to finish, Eden was incredibly pleasant, helpful, patient, and knowledgeable. She took the time to understand exactly what we were looking for and recommended the perfect resort for our getaway. The resort exceeded our expectations in every way - from the exceptional service and delicious food to the amazing cocktails, beautiful oceanfront room, and absolutely breathtaking beach! We had nothing bu [... read more]t wonderful things to say from the moment we arrived until it was time to say goodbye. Most importantly, we came home with beautiful memories that my husband and I will cherish. A huge thank you to Eden for her amazing recommendation and for all of her support throughout the entire process. She truly helped make our vacation everything we hoped it would be and more! We are already looking forward to our next vacation and can't wait to reach out to Eden again! Thank you, Eden, and thank you Tripcentral! ❤️✈️

Hyatt Vivid Playa Del Carmen: Some improvements needed

I have stayed at this resort in the past when it was the Hilton and totally loved it. I have noticed a huge decline in the beach as it is no longer swimmable. We purchased a cabana as a upcharge and had great service one day and poor service the next. The dinner buffet was also very hard to find and was a huge disappointment with there being cold and undesirable foods being served.

Secrets The Vine Cancun: Amazing Resort

Amazing Luxury Resort, the service is good and the rooms are very clean and good The location is very convenient and near La Isla shopping center I would go back again to it for sure. The pools are very nice and clean and the food is delicious