Barcelo Maya Tropical: Almost perfect!

We spent 11 days , starting on September 15 at Barceló Maya Tropical. Upon arrival due to increased flow of visitors attending conference at Barceló Maya Resorts, we were upgraded by the hotel to premium junior suite with ocean view. Thank you Barceló! The view was breathtaking. The room, however, had few issues that made our stay not entirely comfortable. The air conditioning was preset at 21 degree Celsius, We found it often too cold, especially at night and were unable to adjust set [... read more]tings. Secondary the exhaust fan in the bathroom was not working, leavening smog of steam everywhere in the room. The bed and pillows were super comfortable and ensured good sleep and rest. The housekeeping service , despite tipping was average and inconsistent. It happened that the room was not cleaned at all and towels were not replaced. We called reception desk and asked to see someone from housekeeping. The issue wasn't resolved and after waiting for two hours we decided to shower and reuse old, wet towels that were lying on the floor since the morning, so we could go for dinner. The housekeeping supervisor who was speaking to another tourist, few doors away from our room, was very helpful and understanding, making sure that we returned after dinner to clean place. The grounds are magnificent and beautifully maintained. The beach was rocky at some areas, so we recommend wearing water shoes. There is plenty of chairs on the beach and no need to get up early in the morning to run to the beach to secure lounge chair that is close to the water. The beach itself is wide, but not very long for those who enjoy long walks. There is small reef just off shore which combined with crystal clear water, provides easy access for snorkeling . You can admire and enjoy colorful fish, turtles and see sting rays. Great variety of food choices . There is plenty of options in buffets plus five a la carte restaurants .We recommend La Trattoria and Mexico Lindo. Delicious food accompanied by exceptionally friendly, helpful service. The only exclusion and surprising disappointment was waitress at Kyoto restaurant at Barceló Maya Colonial, as reported in the complaint letter submitted through our BD Representative. We would like to extend our special "thank you" to Byron Zorrabal and Victor (sorry but we don't know Victor's last name) in Tropical Buffet for above and beyond super service, for kindness, enthusiasm, being so attentive, welcoming us always with smiles and friendly attitude. We hope to see you guys again! During the day you can opt for quiet time or get involved with variety activities that are taking place around the pool and on the beach. The activity team is incredible! Super energetic, entertaining motivating and ensuring that we all had fun and good laugh. Water aerobics and dancing classes were the best cheer! The Water Sport Centre at Maya Caribe offers variety of free of charge water sports from catamarans, kayaking, wind surfing, and more. Gabriela Hernadez is always very helpful with booking and suggestions. Gabriela always shines with super friendly attitude and will greet you with a smile. Thanks you Gabriela for making our stay at Barceló so much more memorable and allowing us to enjoy our time on catamaran ride! As for night entertainment we felt that there was lack of information and poor communication about what was taking place in the resort. The Palenque theater was closed for most of our stay. In the Tropical Lobby there was no information listed what was happening in the Kukulkan theater at Barceló Caribe or where and when evening events were taking place. The reception staff at the front desk gave us few times wrong information leading to us missing on events . We learned that going daily to guest services and getting information was the best and most reliable option. We wish however that there would be a calendar either at front lobby or on the board by swimming area listing shows. The last but definitely not least is the dolphinarium. As animals lovers and environmentalists we have refused to go and see the show. We are livid about five dolphins being kept caged in captivity and from what we heard from others in really small pool. With so much to do in the resort, is this so called "attraction" really necessary for the tourists? It makes no sense, having on the other hand signs posted not to feed fish to preserve local fauna, having isolated area preserving eggs of sea turtles, not using straws in drinks to preserve environment, and yet keeping animals in captivity away from their natural habitat. We are hoping that the voices of those don't support having dolpinarium on the Barceló Maya Grand Resort will be heard. Thank you Barcelo for much needed relaxation!

Wyndham Alltra Playa del Carmen: O.K. resort

this hotel was not up to par - a few things advertised as hotel having did not exist. There was only one "a la carte" restaurant - the "il pescatere" an Italian restaurant which was very nice - but the other two were closed "Maria's" and "Health" and under construction. The Brazilian restaurant was NOT "a la carte" but rather more Buffet style - as there were no menus - and the food was not that great. The main buffet "Albatros" was a disappointment as the same food(lunch and dinner) was ser [... read more]ved everyday, cold and the variety was very limited. There was no self dispensing alcohol bottles in the room (as was advertised) and you could tell where the bottles were at one time as it was now sealed and the wall redone.. The beach was very limited with really no swimming ability in the gulf because of all the algea. I would not recommend letting children play on the beach.

Riu Palace Mexico: Riu Palace Mexico

Loved the hotel. Beautiful. My only complaint was the weather. Very very hot and humid. I would only return in the Winter months. A friend's allergies were bad because of a moldy smell. I loved the shopping at 5th Avenue but again it was too hot to enjoy. The food was the best I've had at any of the resorts I have been to.

Bahia Principe Explore Coba: My first visit to Mexico

It was truly a fantastic experience. It was my first time joining an all inclusive package and it was totally worth every penny of my money spent. Starting from the booking, I had to call Tripcentral.ca because I needed some special arrangement and I spoke to Susan Snider. She was friendly and helpful, although I understood she was extremely busy handling other inquiries due to the hurricane that affected other passengers right before my departure. Once my booking was confirmed, a few days be [... read more]fore my departure, I received an email with an electronic FAQ form that literally answer any sort of questions. I submitted a single question to test the service and immediately received a response regarding the transfer from the airport to the resort. This time I stayed at Grand Bahia Principe Coba. I realize that in Riviera Maya there are a handful of choices of luxurious resorts but this one that I chose I was told that they have the best entertainments and animations. The resort is huge and it is a network of 4 hotels located next to each other that are all connected by shuttles. Guests can use the combined facilities including a private beach and a golf course. I has also a plaza called "La Hacienda" which has a lot of little shops selling local artifacts and souvenirs. It also houses bars with live music, a casino and a disco within a miniature of a typical Mexican town. I don't really have to go out and can easily spend a week just staying in the resort. The staffs are professionally trained with very friendly attitude. Starting from gardeners to housekeepers and waitresses, all staffs will greet you with a big grin on the face saying "Ola, buenos dias!" A special remark on the entertainers. They are the real reason for this being the right resort to choose. You will see them starting early in the morning by the pool organizing activities all the way until the end of the day. You will find their presence as well in the evening shows, live music entertainment and even in the disco dancing with guests and to ensure the lively atmosphere until 2 AM in the morning. Finally, about the restaurants. People usually have the impression that we won't find any decent food in all inclusive resorts. I must say this is an exception from the standard. This resort has more than 10 restaurants with multiple choices from eastern to western cuisine. The buffet serves a great variety of food that bears a different theme every day and the "A la carte" restaurants are all of very high standard, except the Japanese restaurant. I will definitely repeat the experience whenever I can and highly recommend this hotel as well as choosing Tripcentral.ca to make your booking.

Riu Palace Mexico: Excellent resort

We were very pleased with The Riu Palace Mexico. The staff were extremely friendly and very accommodating. The facilities were beautiful. The food was amazing both at both the buffet and the a La Cartes that we went to. The rooms were spacious and the bed was very comfortable.. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

Platinum Yucatan Princess: Great Resort

We stayed on the adults side of the Platinum Princess (Yucatan side). We had a deluxe swim up room. I wouldn't say this is a 5 star but the price is right. Rooms and resort were clean. Food was AMAZING on the Yucatan side. This resort is quite large and not the best layout. The food on the Princess side was not as good. Beach was beautiful and the staff were extremely friendly. One thing that was slightly frustrating was some of the disorganization. Some things were difficult to book [... read more] and it took some time to do. I have stated at other resorts where everything was much more organized. All in all in was a great resort for the price.

Riu Palace Peninsula: Always perfect

Every personnal give their best to statisfy their customers. We feel be at home, meals are perfect and well présented. Different animations every Day. Every body could find games or sports for satisfaction. Night animations are présented with professionalism. Singers and dansers are perfect

Dreams Sapphire Resort and Spa: Incredible Experience

Best service at a resort hands down!! Immaculately clean at all times and the food is way above average for an all inclusive. I have travelled extensively throughout the Caribbean and can say the Now Sapphire is #1

Sandos Playacar Beach Resort: Beautiful Resort

Very nice place had a great time!! Rooms are nice big and clean. Resort is big nice walk path to beach, would take about 10 minutes. Beautiful beach. They should improve on the night entertainment shows are not great. The service and food was very good.

Iberostar Selection Paraiso Maya Suites: Worth every penny!! Highly recommend!!

Beautiful resort!! Once you enter the resort, it's clean, smells good, inviting and the staff is friendly and helpful!! Love the lemonade cucumber water they greet you with at the check-in desk!! Even my husband liked it!! We appreciated the golf carts servicing to rooms, throughout the grounds and other resorts!! Our elevators was not working but managed even if we were on the 3rd floor. I know they would have accommodated us, if we couldn't manage!! They are there to help the best they can, as [... read more] they care!! We have no complaints on our room!! It was nice and served its purpose!! Food was great and the à la carte dining was amazing!! The beach is WOW!! Loved it!! It's the nicest and clearest of all the resorts you're able to visit during your stay!! The pools are great, well maintained.. My only concern was the actual guests not respecting and keeping clean.. but staff worked really hard to keep up and always kept it clean!! I wish people would be more considerate while enjoying the beauty and service offered even on vacation!! SO much to do and see but lots of walking between resorts which wasn't bad.. It kept us in shape with all the food and drinks intake :D !! The kids club was absolutely incredible!! Top notch staff and program was awesome!! My oldest loved it and highly recommend!! My youngest didn't get the chance to enjoy but always had a place.. He was accepted and he got to be on stage during some of the performance with the kids club kids!! My children were loved and treated like gold and so were we!! I We liked the entertainment offered for adults after the kids show. The staff at this resort, works hard and long hours!! Well worth tipping to help them out.. Keep in mind, tips are shared among the staff servicing the area you're at (so tip a little more, if you're able too)!! Never forget to say thank you and show your appreciation!! We never got bothered at the beach to buy things.. Only when you're going towards the Lindo.. The market on the crossing (I think 2x a week) and rare occasions would want you to buy something. If you don't want anything, just say no thank you!! Johny (I hope I'm not spelling his name wrong), the main pool bartender is the best!! He is so knowledgeable, kind and respectful! He cares, works hard and treats you very well!! For our first experience, we have been blessed with good weather, a great resort and great people to remember!! I give the staff and everything about this experience/resorts an A+ in my books!! It gave us more than just a special vacation to remember by!! We were sad to go!! Thank you for the much-needed family time.

Grand Palladium Colonial: Absolutely Zero Complaints!!

I was so impressed with this hotel. Not only was it an amazing hotel for kids, with its awesome water park and phenomenal kids club, but it was impeccably clean and well taken care of. I never saw one dirty bathroom on the whole premise. The service was great and the people were so friendly and helpful! We even had a medical scare that included a trip to the hospital, and the hotel was right on top of it and even gave my son a get better soon gift which he is taking to school for show and tell!! [... read more] It really was a wonderful vacation, and I'm very sad to be home! Really looking forward to going back hopefully soon!!

Riu Palace Mexico: Awesome time

From the food to beaches, everything was top notch. Will definitely come here again. They have tons of food choices and dessert items. In room service is great! Everything is close by so you don't have to walk alot.

Friendly Fun Vallarta: Home away from home!

This is our fifth time to Friendly and we are never disappointed! As they say "welcome home " This is our first time going in September which was a different experience. The town is quieter and the weather is very hot! We were so glad to have that beautiful new adult pool ! It has that huge hot tub and long pool for swimming! All the staff want you to relax and enjoy ! One day for instance I was at the beach restaurant and asked for guacamole well Double Double heard me and said he would go an [... read more]d get it for me ! He told me to go back to the pool and he'd bring it and sure enough he did ! I love the coffee bar , my favs are frozen coffees and espresso is to die for. All our meals were delicious with a great variety. It certainly is the time for fresh pineapple, I have never tasted fruit like that before. All the staff from waiters to cleaners are warm,lovely people. We did notice not as many activities but that is to be expected, they was always something going on ,you could be as busy or as relaxed as you wanted ! Again thank you friendly for all your smiles and service , can't wait to come home again !

Ocean Riviera Paradise: Great resort!

This was our second time at the resort. The first time they had a welcome wine bottle in the room and this time not, but that's nothing major. The resort has great pools, clean grounds and clean rooms. Our shower drain wasn't drai ing properly and our bathroom floor flooded couple of times. We reported it twice. The beach is ice but the water has rocks. Very hard to get in the water without water shoes or while holding two small kids. There's lots of animals on the grounds; Coti, monkeys and ig [... read more]uanas. The kids loved it. Unfortunately the seafood restaurant was closed the whole week we were there. The kids water park is great but what I didn't like is the life guards didn't let us go down with our daughter but when locals come.in on the weekend it was allowed for them.

Barcelo Maya Palace: Beautiful Barcelo...

We have been to the Barcelo Maya Grand Resort 7 times now. There are 5 resorts on the beach there and we have stayed in 3 different ones (the Tropical, the Colonial and the Palace) we prefer the Palace because you can go to all 5 resorts if you stay there. If you stay at the other 4 resorts you can go to all the facilities at the 4 but not the Palace. The beach is absolutely beautiful and you can snorkel right off the beach and see lots of varieties of fish and rays and turtles. The resorts them [... read more]selves are spotlessly clean and the variety of food choices are incredible! There are so many different pools to choose from as well and if you have children with you there are lots of childrens pools with activities for them and they even have the Barcy clubs where you can leave your children to play if that is something you are looking for and the children always look like they are having a great time. We will be going again next year and can't wait.

Sandos Caracol Nature Resort and Water Park: Nice resort overall.

Food was great and there were lots of animals for the kids to see! Being an Eco resort was nice for the animals and cenote on site, but being natural also meant it smelled a bit swampy at times. Pools were nice but could have been kept cleaner and most of the water slides were closed for renovations. Construction was underway as well and rooms were a bit dated. Lobby staff were very hard to understand but tried to help. Nice resort, just don't think our timing was the best.

Sandos Cancun: Luxury birthday gift.

We don't want to leave this place but our luxurious one week is over, building/grounds well maintain, amazing swimming pool, daily housekeeping, amazing/friendly staff who remember your names and entertainment every night and daily activities, you will not get bored. Thank you Sandos!

Riu Flamingos: All good

Room good and large enough for 3 sisters. Appreciated that there was 3 beds. Food was satisfactory in the buffet. Fresh cooked eggs at breakfast was the best. Restaurant food was questionable. Didn't love the pools. Way too warm. Did not enjoy the continuous loud music. The swim up bar pool had always a party atmosphere- a real spring break party feel. The other pool had kids and no bar access. For the most part the swim up bar was the only bar available to you if you were enjoying the water [... read more] so it was way too crowded. Loved the bar outside of the lobby. Great martinis and friendly personable service! Beach was excellent and loved that they had so many loungers and shade.

Iberostar Waves Paraiso Beach: Great trip

This is a beautiful resort. No complaints about any of the facilities. The taco and crepe bars were excellent. Beaches and pool were great. Will recommend this resort. The staff is always helpful... Maybe allow for unlimited al c carte options.

Iberostar Waves Paraiso Beach: Great resort

We really enjoyed our stay at this resort. The grounds were always clean and there is lots to do. The beach was great and the pool is amazing. We spent lots of time with our grand daughter in the waterfall area.