Grand Park Royal Cozumel: Terrific resort

The resort was terrific. Clean, good food in the restaurants and on the buffet. Small beach area but there is a couple of pool areas. One is the adults only infinity pool, very nice. Friendly staff. Walking distant to some attractions, restaurant/bars and shopping. Short cab ride ride to downtown. Highly recommend!!

El Dorado Seaside Palms: Fabulous Resort

Extremely lush grounds, very large rooms, and a good selection of restaurants! Beach at the Palms is nice and quiet. Resort is not too large. Great selection of mixed drinks! Transportation to and from airport were good.

Barcelo Maya Tropical: Resort was very clean!

Everything was lovely, Nicolle referred the Barcelo Tropical and did not mislead us it was what she said. As we have stayed at the Bahai we did miss the entertainment at nights that they hold outside with different people playing guitar and singing. The resort itself did not disappoint with rooms and food. Very good! Entertainment we missed. Thanks again to your team for another beautiful resort!

Iberostar Selection Coral Cancun: Fabulous Hotel Iberostar Selection and Coral in Cancun

⭐⭐⭐⭐ Honest & Detailed Review We really enjoyed our February 5–12, 2026 holiday overall. The property itself is beautiful, and the beach is absolutely stunning — incredibly wide, soft sand, and wonderful for swimming. It is one of the nicest beaches we have experienced. Our family stayed at Iberostar Selection, while we chose Iberostar Coral for the Concierge service. We spent our days together on the Selection side, often renting cabanas, which we loved — both with and without them. Th [... read more]e Coral section is definitely more elevated in feel. The rooms were fabulous, the views were breathtaking, and housekeeping and room service were very good. (A lighter room service option, such as a chicken club sandwich, would be a nice addition for late evenings when you don’t want a full meal.) The buffet was good, with some enjoyable themed evenings — the Asian night was particularly delicious. That said, after six days of breakfast, lunch, and dinner, it does become somewhat repetitive. The casual beach bar menu was very limited (hamburgers, chicken nuggets, and fries only), though the more formal beachside restaurant was very nice for lunch. The à la carte restaurant experience, unfortunately, was disappointing. We were informed that policy had changed either just before or during our stay. Unless you were an Iberostar “Member” (which involves attending a 2–4 hour membership presentation), reservations were not being accepted. We were advised by Concierge to line up early when the restaurants opened to attempt booking later dining times (7:00 or 8:00 pm). We did so multiple nights and were turned away each time, often rather abruptly. The Japanese restaurant was the only one we managed to try — the food was acceptable, though the temperature inside was uncomfortably cold. This created inconsistency and confusion, as some guests were able to reserve while others were not. From what we understood, there were a number of similar complaints during that particular week. Guests who had visited in January 2026 or earlier did not appear to encounter these issues. The Concierge service at Coral was friendly but felt limited. Our previous experience at Dreams Resorts & Spas set a very high standard — concierge there were readily accessible and truly went above and beyond. At Coral, interactions felt more desk-based and transactional. We were frequently approached regarding the Membership presentation, and attention seemed to diminish once it was known we were not interested. That dynamic was noticeable. All that said, the overall resort environment is lovely enough that our family would happily return — even if dining remained buffet-focused. My son and daughter-in-law even commented that the food and beach surpassed the luxury resort they visited for their honeymoon nearby. For us personally, whether we return will depend on how the à la carte and membership dynamics evolve, as that aspect did affect the overall relaxation experience. We might choose to stay at the Selection next time and simply upgrade our room. I remain somewhat torn — time will tell! Enjoy your holiday! Additional Notes: The Selection Ocean View with Balcony rooms were very nice. The bathrooms were somewhat oddly shaped and slightly dated, but overall acceptable, especially given how lovely the beach, pools, and layout are. If adults-only is important, Coral is worth it for the generous, updated rooms. We participated in the hotel’s complimentary 30-minute photo shoot offer. Photos were $20 USD each to download, with package options available.

Sensira Resort and Spa: Excellent family friendly

All round good, quiet family friendly resort. That's the target clientele i believe Things to consider- not a party resort. No activities for teenagers, young adults etc No drinks served after 11pm.

Dreams Aventuras Riviera Maya: Well Short of Expectations

Background My wife and I travel often and stay at many resorts. We are easygoing guests. We do not walk into a room looking for issues or take photos of every small problem. We look for a good overall experience and understand things happen. This stay fell short of expectations for the price point and star rating. We will not return. What Worked Well Transportation, check in, and check out ran smoothly. The staff stood out as the best part of the resort. Every team member we met w [... read more]orked hard and treated guests with care. Staff stayed pleasant and responsive even during busy times. When we reported issues, they acted fast and tried to help each time. Their effort and attitude deserve recognition and was the only bright spot. Room Issues The room had several maintenance problems. The bed did not have a fitted sheet. The sheet kept coming loose through the night, which left us waking up on the bare mattress. For a resort in this price category, basic bedding is an expectation. The toilet had a weak flush and often clogged (which was a common issue for other guests as well). The safe also stopped working more than once. The resort relies heavily on its mobile app for service requests. We logged maintenance issues through the app multiple times during our stay. Staff responded each time to repair the problem quickly. After several visits for the same issues, however, the situation became frustrating. Seating and Common Areas Seating across the resort created one of the largest frustrations. There were not enough loungers or chairs at the pool, beach (or even seats in the lobby). Guests who did not wake early to reserve spots by the pool or beach had few options, or none at all. I say this even though we are early risers and did not have this issue, but for those who like to sleep in you will be disappointed or feel pressured to set an alarm. The lobby layout adds to the issue. The space feels cramped, and the bar and café area has limited seating. They have one bartender and one barista to serve a large number of guests, which slowed service through no fault of the staff. For a resort in this category, having loungers for guests is expected. Noise at the Pool The pool area stays extremely loud for most of the day. Our trip focused on a couples getaway. We enjoy a fun atmosphere and have no issue with activities or music. The level of constant noise made rest difficult. Organized games, announcements, and loud music ran through most of the day. Guests who want a quieter environment or a nap during the afternoon will struggle. Food and Dining Food created the largest disappointment of the trip. For the price and star rating, the dining experience fell far below expectations. We have stayed at many comparable resorts and expected a much higher level of consistency. Specialty restaurants delivered uneven, poor or barely edible meals. After a few attempts we returned to the buffet, which normally serves as the backup option at most resorts. We hoped for more reliable meals there. The biggest concern involved illness. Several members of our group became sick during the stay from the food. We travel often and follow safe eating habits when abroad. We also spoke with other guests who reported similar issues. Final Thoughts The staff work hard and deserve credit for their effort and professionalism. Outside of the service, the resort fell short in several key areas including room quality, seating availability, noise management, and food. For the price point and star rating, expectations were much higher. Based on this experience, we will choose another resort for future trips.

Planet Hollywood Adult Scene Cancun by Royalton: Hotel planet hollywood

This is an older building. Many issues especially with smelly rooms smelling so damp that even bedding felt wet. The people that served were great. Overall we had a good time but would not return to this hotel

Catalonia Grand Costa Mujeres: Amazing resort!!

This hotel is quite modern and kept very clean. The weather was not the greatest, so we did not spend as much time in pool or beach as we'd like. The staff was friendly, though there was definitely a language barrier, especially the staff who served at poolside. Service was great though and the food was spectacular! I would definitely return but found it was a little overpriced.

Ocean Allure Costa Mujeres: above and beyond

this hotel was amazing very well laid out the food was second to none the staff were super sweet and very attentive most definitely recommend and retuning the main lobby is very welcoming and relaxing

Plaza Pelicanos Club: Quaint resort

Look carefully at the layout of this place. It is not on the beach. There is another resort behind it that overlooks the beach. You have to walk thru the lobby and around another building to reach the area where you can access the beach. The staff are friendly and helpful and a few are funny and entertaining. The grounds are immaculate. The rooms are clean. The food is good. However we experienced a nasty sewage smell in the area off and on thru out our 10 day stay. We had a great time here bu [... read more]t I would try a different place next time.

Ocean Allure Costa Mujeres: Wonderful Mexican Resort

The Oceans Allure is a very nice and upscale resort. The staff are wonderful and the food was great. You really need to try the Italian place and see if you can get Wilburet as your server. This guy is friendly, humorous and professional. Antonio at bag drop another beauty. He can’t do enough for you and has a great personality. Mikes coffee is delicious and the vibe of the resort is uplifting.

Occidental Tucancun: Poor

Too many,many stairs , the ocean was with red flags all10 days that we were there I didn’t go to the ocean not even one day, and to books the al la cart it was at 7.00 in the morning you had to be there at 6.30 in the morning to get a reservation because they is only 4 restaurants I don’t Recommend this resort

Bahia Principe Explore Akumal: ok

needs work rooms are outdated for what paid using bad water for grass in resort staff does stock at bars over hour to get to resort long wait to check in after check in at home long wait for bars and getting around resort

Dreams Sands Cancun Resort and Spa: A little piece of paradise

This was our second year in a row to this little gem of a resort &it did not disappoint,the whole resort is so easy to get around, not too big, amazing choices of restaurants, food amazing buffet restaurant , no reservations required except for Asian restaurant which is so worth it, buffet & so many restaurants to choice from, beverage service also amazing, the pools are clean, warm & the beach is just a stone throw away,so clean, clear no seafood. Grounds are so clean and all staff in every dep [... read more]artment go above & beyond for guests….we love this resort perfect for all ages…..perfect for kiddos to play in the sand

The Fives Beach Hotel and Residences Playa Del Carmen: The Fives beach Resort and Residence

The Fives Beach resort was an exceptional resort. The setting itself was extraordinary since surrounded by a jungle like setting. And in this jungle you will see monkeys, coatis, capybaras and turtles. The resort itself has several pools to access and a wide variety of restaurants. The beach itself is not bad it’s just a bit rocky and alot of seaweed. Overall excellent place to stay at. I would rate it a 5 star !

Dreams Jade Resort and Spa: Highly recommend

This was my 2nd visit to this resort. Food and staff were excellent . I will definitely visit again. The buffet was always well stocked and offered a variety of food for everyone taste. If you get a chance visit caper’s Italian restaurant and order the delicious lasagna

Barcelo Puerto Vallarta: BARCELO Puerta Vallarta

This resort is a lovely place. It is not an overly large resort, which is what we had hoped for. It is beachfront on a bay at Mismaloya. It is a 25 minute drive south of Centro PV. Fifty minutes from PVR airport. There are 3 or 4 pools including a children's pool with a built-in slide. Some staff do recreational programs in the pool area. Leading aqua fit and some games. Table tennis and large chess set by the pool. We had a deluxe suite 700 sq.feet. It was very spacious with kin [... read more]g-size bed, large walk-in shower, small sitting room plus bedroom with couch, dresser, dining table and two chairs. There is a large balcony with view of pools and ocean. There are only a few other resorts around it but there are no other facilities outside the resort. A large buffet dining room overlooks the beach and ocean, plus 3 theme restaurants ( all included in the price). We found all the staff friendly and attentive. The weather was perfect 28 degrees C average. We enjoyed our stay at Barcelo PV very much.

Pueblo Bonito Emerald Bay: Amazing place to stay

The grounds were very well maintained. The staff were so friendly regardless of tasks that were asked. The room we stayed in could use some upgrading but it was very clean. The only drawback was the resort could use at least one more restaurant.

Ocean Coral Riviera Cancun: Good resort

Overall, the hotel was good for the price. Unfortunately, the beach was full of sargassum and the water was cold but the beach itself is quite nice, sandy. Beware of the Premium/Privilege Club people hunting you like hawks at the check-ins. If you are not interested to pay extra, tell them directly straight away; otherwise, you will be wasting your precious time for their presentations and they will try to attract you by free massage, etc. The exclusive clubs are in every hotel but I have never  [... read more]seen such pushy people like here and that really spoiled my impression. The entertainment is okay, average shows in the evening. Overall, rooms are good and clean (except there is no door to the bathroom, just curtains), maid services are good, water was refilled daily. Food is decent, you can always find something to eat.

El Cid Resort Castilla: Nice Resort

The resort is awesome. It really has something for everyone. The pools are great and so are the staff at the pool bars. My only complaint would be that we were not allowed to have lunch on our last day. Because check out was at 11, they cut off our bracelets, which meant we could no longer have lunch at the resort even though we were getting picked up at 2:30 to get to the airport. When we arrived at the El Cid it was in the evening, so we only had 1 meal that day. We paid for 7 days all inclusi [... read more]ve and this is the first time we have not had access to all amenities we paid for.