Bel Air Collection Xpu-Ha Riviera Maya: Amazing, but not for everyone

If you love nature, this is a great place to visit. This is not a five star everything-is-perfect resort. The chipped paint, dirty stucco, few bugs in the room, sometimes unavailable hot water, and lack of nearby beach will bother some, but the resort is in the middle of a jungle, what do you expect? I can easily overlook all these because of the peacefulness and abundant nature (plants, animals, and waves). Try the Mexican dishes - interesting flavours and combinations. The staff was great!

Bahia Principe Explore Coba: Definitely a blast

Firstly the people were so happy, and down to earth. It made the entire stay a wonderful stay. The resort is giant, but a lot of fun. Only down side was the night life was okay... Everything closes fairly early. But had a great time thanks to Gina

Bahia Principe Explore Coba: Beautiful Resort

Didn't have a good experience with our stay for 7 days, it was a wedding group of 48 people, what promised was not fulfilled, services not good, guest were scattered all over the resort inspite of booking way before time. Some guest were moved to neighboring resort. My sister & her husband from US were shown checked out of the hotel one day prior to their actual check out date as they shared the same last name as the other guest from US. They were stranded outside their room during midnight as t [... read more]heir room key was inoperative. It took the hotel reception an hour to resolve the issue & check them back in. This was totally unacceptable service.

Valentin Imperial Riviera Maya: Valentin Riviera Maya

Our hotel was amazing. The grounds were beautiful, staff was amazing and our room was very clean. Lots of variety at all the restaurants with very efficient service.our experience with Air Canada wasn't quite as satisfactory however. I was separated from my husband on our return flight even though I was travelling with a noticeable injury that made it difficult to navigate my way around. When we questioned why we were seated so far apart we were told that the other passengers had paid extra to c [... read more]hoose advance seating. I asked others standing in line if that was the case and none of them had paid extra. Our holiday was fairly pricey and we do not appreciate the way we were treated by Air Canada staff in Cancun. The only saving grace was the fact that it happened at the end of an otherwise enjoyable holiday. I would definitely travel to the Valentin again; however, I don't think I will chose Air Canada as my airline of preference.

Riu Emerald Bay: Wonderful!

The resort is huge and even though it was obviously busy, people are spread out. The service was A+ all around. The food wasn't great but one could usually find something to enjoy. The Mexican restaurant was a huge let down and couldn't understand how it took so long to get a reservation when the restaurant was never full at seating times. We went once and have no desire to ever go back. Highly recommend the restaurant under the stairs for breakfast and supper! (especially breakfast) Asian res [... read more]taurant not like North American Asian but still tasty (we ate there 3 times in the week) The corner restaurant food was hit and miss. Sometimes great or spaghetti soup. Disappointed they tolerate smoking on the lower level despite no smoking signs. As a non-smoking, not thrilled to be waiting for a restaurant to open with smokers smoking beside me. Sports bar is open 24hrs so can always get a drink or really basic food when the restaurants are closed. Can be hard to find a lounge chair outside if you wait too long to go out but overall wasn't too bad. Adult pool patrons can be a little hardcore (all day drinking, never get out until they puke, or just staying) The beach was amazing! Just amazing. But the tide is wild and fast, no swimming. Tell the vendors you don't have money on you or avoid eye contact and they'll leave you alone. Sand is hot hot, be prepared. There is a souvenir type market at the end of the beach, walk on the street side or take a taxi. Have fun bartering with the locals. Room fridge is only refilled every 2 days which can suck but whatever. Room was spacious and clean (I asked for extra pillows) the bed is firm, not hard but quite firm whereas I'm used to a cozy bed at home. All rooms face ocean side of hotel. There were 2 weddings that were quite loud but wrapped up at 10 pm so can't complain. The gift shop charges you in USD but can't accept USD so converts to pesos but being CDN, not ideal. Taxis are waiting just outside the grounds to take you anywhere. Talk price before service, they have a list at the front door (most were on par) Careful of some drivers asking you to timeshare presentations, don't fall for it no matter what! Overall we had a great time and I was sad to leave, I'd definitely go back to the Riu here!

Grand Sirenis Riviera Maya: Not the vacation we had hoped for or worth what we paid. Disappointed Honeymooners.

The resort had its pros, but the cons outweighed them by far. First of all, we did extensive research on the resort before purchasing our package as this was a very special trip for us being our honeymoon. Both of us had been to Mayan Riviera in the past and knew exactly what we should expect while visiting. Overall, we are just disappointed in what we got for what we paid. The resort is no where close to a 5 star but has the potential to be one. Pros: - Room was amazing, it was big with lot [... read more]s of room and very clean! The room was looked after and cleaned every single morning (fresh towels, towel art, beds mad, bathroom cleaned, fridge stocked, etc). Cozy and comfortable beds! - Breakfast was the best meal of the day, although the waiters seem understaffed as I had to get my own cup of hot tea more than half of the trip after waiting for over 15 minutes after asking a waiter for one. I understand maybe not getting this served during lunch or dinner but for breakfast I would have higher expectations. The food was delicious, all of the fruit was fresh and there was always a lot to go around. Lots of variety and very comforting food. - The Spa, this was an extra expense so I can't consider it something that you would experience if you just got a basic package but honestly so worth the money! The spa is like no experience we have ever had, it is set apart from the resort in the jungle atmosphere, very clean and relaxing and everyone was professional and accommodating! - Coffee Shop, this place was awesome! The girls were very friendly and did an excellent job taking care of visitors. The drinks were delicious and always fresh. - The grounds were for the most part very clean and the landscaping was beautiful. Very well taken care of and always people working hard to keep it in top shape. - Shuttle service is pretty good! They will take you wherever you want to go! - Our main air transat rep was great (he's from France) but the other guy working was really unprofessional and impatient with guests. Cons: - We arrived at 1pm local time, check-in was not until 3pm local time so we were forced to walk around while our luggage was unattended in the parking lot as they would not let us bring it with us. This was extremely inconvenient as we had medications that we required to take as were both sick at the time. On top of this, they didn't even had the room ready until the very last second that we were allowed to check in. The attendant was still cleaning the room as we arrived (keep in mind every morning we were there our room was cleaned between 8-9am). This was not a good start to our trip after such long travel hours. Check out for most flights are typically in the morning, so our room should have been available. They did try to move us to ocean view for a price because they appeared to be a little over booked. - Lunch and dinner were not great. The food was presented well but the quality was not like other resorts. The food is very mediocre, there is nothing special about it at all. We have had better food at other resorts in Mexico of less status. We were only allowed 3 alacartes so it was hard to find variety in our meals. Sometimes we didn't want to eat dinner because of the food quality. We ordered room service on second last evening and my husband got sick immediately after ruining our last day at the resort. We tried to buy extra alacartes but they would not let us as they said the alacartes were completely booked, every evening we walked by them and they were typically half empty. Huge disappointment. - Staff were not overly friendly or courteous, they did not really go above and beyond for anyone. The waiters/waitresses were not great, again, they really had an issue getting us a beverage with our meal. There were maybe three nice waiters that we encountered. They seem understaffed for the quantity of guests during meals. Saying that, the Spa staff were incredible and helpful! The supervisor was great at the front desk as well. Bar staff were not friendly. - This resort should be advertised as a family resort, we spotted maybe a handful of single couples but the resort was mainly children and young families. This would have been okay had there been somewhere that was allocated to adults but this was not the case. There were no rules that kept kids from disrupting other guests, an example, the lazy river was constantly being disrupted by kids either knocking your tubes or just disrespecting the area. - Akumal beach is now closed to all tourism and site seeing as previous tourists have disrupted the turtles and other wildlife. This is not the resorts fault in anyway but worth mentioning as we had planned on experiencing this once in a lifetime opportunity. You can now pay for a $70 US excursion with $10 tax on top to possibly see turtles in another location. We did not see any turtles :( - The beach is very rough, a lot of rocks and coral. You have to swim very far out to snorkel, there are a few fish close to shore but the waters are very so we did not feel comfortable going out too far. Would have been nice to take out a paddle boat or kayak to get to a good snorkelling location but there never seemed to be anyone working the desk on the beach and it was not advertised. Honestly, we came home very relaxed but we are disappointed with our experience. For the price we paid, we would not go to this resort again. The resort needs to focus on better serving a large amount of people with the staff that they have, we really felt that our money was not well spent and we were dismissed. We are not that fussy when it comes to travelling as we travel all the time but this would be by far our worst experience with an all inclusive.

Dreams Playa Mujeres Golf and Spa: What an amazing week!

We stayed here march 28-April 4 Our trip was amazing the service was outstanding. Yea we had 40 min wait for room service but no different than anywhere else I've been too. Rooms were amazing amenities were amazing and staff was always willing to serve with a smile. We tipped all the servers $1 and tipped our bar tender at the pool $5 at the start of the day and continued to bring drinks all day long. Food was best I have had yet in Mexico, dinners were yummy and well served. We ate at  [... read more]the Japanese place 2 times ( not really sure why people complain about lines you ever gone to the keg on a Saturday night lol) Rooms - provides the standard soap and shampoo but also bug spray and sun screen. Netflix works great and you can order a bunch of different pillows Pools get warm - got no less than 80. Get up early for a towel directly beside the pool (again same as any other resort I have been to) Only negative is night life was blah. Disco had my group of 6 and no one else lol. Highly recommend the bike ride as it was AMAZING got to pet wild monkeys and parrots (only tip required) We stayed in ocean view room (8509) high vaulted ceilings with couch and jacuzzi in the balcony than upgraded to ocean front swim 7225 and it has an incredible view and beautiful pool

Valentin Imperial Riviera Maya: The Valentin Imperial Maya is an amazing resort - we have been there FIVEtimes and we still love every minute!!!!!es and we sto;; to,e

The hotel is amazing and well looked after. The maids do a fantastic job and always have our room ready for occupancy early in the day. Thanks to a very special team that the Valentin employs - they are great and the timing to make up the room is perfect!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thank you!!!!!!

Riu Palace Pacifico: Paradise at the Riu Palace Pacifico

Our group of 14 travelled to the Pacifico from April 7-14 2017. We couldn't have asked for a better resort to suit all of our needs. Travellers ages ranging from 16-87,3 adults needing special services, and 3 of our guests meeting up with us from Scotland. Thank you to our agent, Marnie Savic, for her hard work and special attention to meet all of our needs. It was a wonderful week away with our family. Rooms were beautiful, clean and elegant. My parents were very comfortable in their acce [... read more]ssible room. The poolside area and bars were lovely, and the service was excellent. Food was amazing, and the a la cartes were a treat. I did find that we had better luck booking 3 tables to accommodate our large group. The beach was fantastic. We took a cab into Buccarias for the market and discovered a fab bar on the beach called Fat Boys. It was a great, safe afternoon out. Our kids took a cab into Puerto Vallarta one evening for dinner. Great experience for them as well. It was a memorable family vacation for us, and very special. The Riu Palace Pacifico is wonderful. We will definitely return. Thank you again Marnie for all you did for us. We appreciate you!!!

Riu Tequila: Loved this resort!!

The grounds were beautiful! Service was great all around from house keeping, to waiters, reception...! And the food was amazing not a day we were there were we disappointed!! Hope to be back there again sooner than later :) Thank you To Riu Tequila for an amazing vacation away! Miss it already!!

Dreams Puerto Morelos Resort and Spa: Great Resort! Would Definitely Return!

I booked this hotel last minute "Deal of the Day" so entry level room. I travelled on my own and it was important for me to go to a 5 Star Adults Only Resort. 30 Minute Shuttle from the Airport. Room was ready at check in. Large suite room, top floor overlooking one of the quiet pools. Mini fridge in room. I was in Block 5 which is quite a walk to the main areas which was fine as I like the exercise. Pools. Main pool quite lively and loud. Was there for the first day and ended up at al [... read more]l of the quiet pools for the rest of the week. Very friendly staff EVERYWHERE. Pool bar service exceptional. Never had an issue with getting chairs as long as I wasn't too picky on location. Food was very good and plentiful. Lots of options at buffet which is avail breakfast and lunch only. Mar the greeter was so friendly everyday! Sit down restaurants for evening. Men should bring long pants and closed shoes. Never had an issue with having to wait for dinners either. I tended to eat before 7. Loved the piano in the Bordeux Restaurant. Service hit and miss there. Bars were really well located and the best of any resorts I've been too. Brendi at the Veranda Bar provided exceptional service. Beach wasn't anything to write home about. Lots of seaweed and sandbags to preserve the beach. If you aren't too picky about it you will be fine. Lots of lounge chairs there. Cesar/Masseuse at the Spa was great. Enjoyed the yoga most mornings. Never got to the bike tours. Lots of activities you can join into. Would definitely recommend going and I would go back if the price is right.

Bahia Principe Explore Coba: Great experience!

No complaint's. Checked off all our boxes. Food: Good. Staff:Good. Resort: Amazing Rooms: Good. Overall we had a great time and if we decide to come to Mexico again the Grand Bahia Principe would be our first and only choice.

Bahia Principe Explore Coba: Huge resort to cover, falls slightly short on deciphering the goods of 5 star luxury.

The hotel itself is pretty grand. Beaches are a disappointment, food could have more flavour and zest. A la carte meals were much better. The Medeterrian and Japanese restaurant are a must to try. A/c in the room wasn't working as expected.

Sunscape Dorado Pacifico: WOW

From check in to check out was great , the SERVICE, grounds and all the people we met were great . The waters were rough but that didn't bother us was great to see and hear the power of the crashing waves. Like to add the town was nice to visit being right across the street Thanks again

The Fives Beach Hotel and Residences Playa Del Carmen: Amazing resort!!

We recently got back from 7 days at the Azul Fives Resort and couldn't have been happier with our stay. The resort grounds, staff, service, food, pools - were second to none. Absolutely amazing. The beach was beautiful too however quite rocky and wavy, especially for our toddler but it wouldn't deter us from coming back in a heartbeat!

Riu Emerald Bay: Smaller than usual, but great all around

This was the first time to the pacific side of Mexico for us, very nice hotel, very friendly staff with great service. Our room was nice and had amazing views of the ocean and peninsula. Shirt ride into the city short walk to a really cool water park. Only downside is that we have been to the Caribbean side twice prior to this where the hotel grounds are much larger so we were expecting to enable to take a couple hours to wander the resort and see the sights....ended up being a five minute walk  [... read more]lol. It was still great

Dreams Sands Cancun Resort and Spa: Excellent 2 week Vacation

Hotel dated but very clean. Staff were extremely friendly and provided excellent customer service. Food was fantastic at buffet and the a l'Carte restaurants. Beach was gorgeous and right there soon as you walked out of the hotel. Swam in the ocean everyday. Enjoyed yoga daily and water aerobics. Thank you sashia at trip central for your help booking this fabulous resort.

Bahia Principe Escape Sian Ka'an: Wonderful Vacation

We just returned from this resort on April 10th. It was a very nice vacation. We travel to the Mayan almost every year and have been to several resorts. The property is very clean and the rooms we amazing. We were upgraded upon our arrival to a bigger room which was nice. They did an amazing job everyday cleaning the room and putting clean supplies in. The transportation between the resorts was timely and never really had to wait. Food was great with lots of choices. We ate at a la carte e [... read more]very night which we booked on arrival. Our butler Fausto helped us with a few needs we had right away. Miriam at the breakfast buffet looked after us every morning and was very quick to remember all the little things we were looking for. Near the end of the week they set up breakfast outside which we loved. The other staff member that needs special mention is Oscar one of the managers. He was very helpful and attentive to all the guests. I would definitely return to this resort.

Dreams Playa Mujeres Golf and Spa: Truly amazing new resort

Travelled as a couple Mar28 - Apr 4 ( with a group of 46, from Ottawa,) (Travel arrangements with Trip Central-Rachel Lennie- Mktg , and accompanied by Manager, Groups , Barry Tomlinson) Room 8325 - Oceanview- Awesome , perfect, good location The staff at the resort are all top notch, friendly and timely service, and good memory for what your favourite cocktail / cervesa was!!! Pools were very very nice. Alot of kids at this resort, which of course greatly reduces any chance of obtainin [... read more]g a lounger after 830 am., and forget about snagging a palapa- The number of large families greatly outnumbered us "couples" - and explained why for any type of adult entertainment - piano bar, music , non-existant- unless you go to Secrets next door. Room service every morning 730 am sharp -yes, always exactly on time!! And so easy to order (the evening before, using ensuite ipad!) Impressive service. Beach was very, very nice, and....once you passed by Secrets(next door)......... endless white sand beach with no resorts ! Windy though, so remember the return walk-into the wind- ha, ha. (just take an extra cervesa with you) The grounds and landscaping at this resort are perfect-beautiful. I guess the new era of "boutique hotels/resorts" has also hit Mexico! - miss the vibrant /bright "mexican colours" like we've seen in past! And yes, I miss the beach vendors -where you could get a couple of Tshirts,and a coverup for $7. Rather than the resort store - wanted $25US - for one ,,,,,no bartering ! Oh, and $21CDN for bag of chips!!!! And be sure and bring lots of sunscreen, pills, bandaids etc - no shopping at all except for the mega overpriced store - We are not big or fussy eaters so I dont want to comment too much on the restaurants, none were really anything spectacular, dont know why they dont have an Italian one (although there is one at Secrets.)

Barcelo Maya Beach Resort: Great Resort

This is our first time at this resort thanks to Michelle Turco, Trip Central and we thoroughly enjoyed it. The food was good - we ate mostly at the A La Carte restaurants - Italian was my favourite - Mexican not so much! The grounds and pools were very maintained, the staff very friendly and helpful. Our room was good but the tub needed some work due to mold around the edges. The buffet was also good for breakfast as well as the Rancho Grande for lunch. One negative was the difficulty getting fa [... read more]ce clothes?? It was great weather and a great holiday. I would definitely go back!