Moon Palace Cancun: Sunrise rooms ol

Dinning good but sunrise rooms stink they need to clean rooms properly and renovate them dining very good location very good don’t go to presentations waste of time transport very good wide variety of restaurants

Hyatt Zilara Riviera Maya: A super resort.

This is the 3rd time that we have stayed at Zilara and from the moment we checked in through to our checkout, everything was excellent. The staff are universally very good. The wide open lobby opening to the bar is tastefully furnished, as are all of the rooms. We had an ocean view suite which overlooked all of the spacious pool area. The buffet is always open for breakfast and selected evenings. Lola cafe located outside the main building is open for lunch and dinner most days. The Grille is a [... read more]lso open most days for dinner. Tempest, the Asian restaurant is in the lower level and has an hibachi and a sushi bar in addition to its menu. The food at all of the restaurants is very good. The expansive beach area has many palapas and chairs. Great effort is taken daily to keep the Sargassum under control.

Paradisus La Perla Adults Only Riviera Maya: It's a beautiful resort but there's not much to do

My husband and I recently stayed at Paradisus La Perla, an adults-only, all-inclusive resort in Riviera Maya, Mexico. The resort is also dog-friendly, which was a fun surprise. This was our second trip to Mexico and our sixth time at an all-inclusive resort. While we enjoyed spending time together and appreciated certain aspects of the property, we left a little disappointed. The resort felt quieter than expected, with very few active activities taking place and noticeably low guest numbers.  [... read more]Adults-Only Meets Family-Friendly La Perla shares its property with the family-oriented Paradisus section. Guests staying on the family side do not have access to the adults-only restaurants, but as La Perla guests, we could move freely between both areas. Staff & Service The staff were a highlight of our stay. They were warm, welcoming, and able to communicate well in English. We never felt pressured to tip, although gratuities were appreciated. Service was efficient and detail-oriented. One of the little touches we loved was the wristband room key which was so much easier than carrying a key card or fob. Melia App We used it mainly to check activity schedules and restaurant information. Each restaurant also provided physical menus, which we often preferred. Our Room – Junior Suite with Pool/Nature View Our junior suite was spacious, spotless, and well-maintained. The air conditioning worked perfectly, water pressure was excellent, and all amenities were in good shape. The bathroom setup was impressive: • Two rainfall showers • Two additional shower heads • Double sinks • A two-person bathtub • A jacuzzi on the balcony The only drawback was the ongoing construction. We could hear drilling, hammering, and furniture being moved, and at times even smell fresh paint. We counted about 36–40 rooms being renovated during our stay. Animals If you love animals, this resort won’t disappoint. We spotted cats, raccoons, and coatis roaming the property daily. We enjoyed seeing them, but they weren’t shy at all, one coati even tried to tear into a guest’s bag left on a beach chair! The Beach The beach had some seaweed, and the water was slightly murky, though the staff worked hard to clear it. We didn’t swim much in the ocean but did take walks along the shore. From the beach, you can see parts of Playa del Carmen and marine docks bordering the property. Activities The activities schedule looked fantastic: water and beach volleyball, foam parties, soccer, yoga, dance lessons, guacamole-making, mixology, spin classes, HIIT, TRX, and more. Unfortunately, participation was very low. Most guests preferred relaxing at the pool bar. We waited for a spin class that never happened because the instructor didn’t show up, and later, beach volleyball was also a no-go. We mentioned this to the activities manager and expressed surprise, since staff usually lead activities even if no guests join. Toward the end of the week, we did notice staff trying harder to engage guests, but participation remained minimal. Pools The main pool connects to the swim-up suites. The water was warm, though we did notice more dead bugs in the swim-up sections. Gym The gym at La Perla is the largest we’ve seen at any resort. It was well-equipped with treadmills, ellipticals, free weights, weight machines, stationary bikes, yoga mats, and even boxing bags. It also had a spin studio, restrooms, towels, Lysol wipes, fresh fruit, and bottled water available. Dining Experiences We tried eight restaurants during our stay: • Naos – International buffet • Capella – Italian • Cielo – Mexican • Blue Agave – Mexican • Flora – Fusion • Tokimeku – Asian • Lemon Fish – Fusion • Fahrenheit – Poolside lunch Reservations (required for most restaurants except Naos and Fahrenheit) were made through the desk outside the lobby. The buffet at Naos was decent, though variety was limited. Among the à la carte restaurants, here’s how we ranked them based on wait time, service, food quality, and presentation: 1. Cielo > 2. Blue Agave > 3. Capella > 4. Lemon Fish > 5. Flora > 6. Tokimeku Drinks & Bars Bars across the resort were fairly similar in terms of selection. Our favorite was Toji, near Tokimeku, where the bartenders took time to craft fun, personalized drinks instead of just pouring the basics. Exclusive Clubs • The Reserve Club – An upgrade option for a more upscale experience at La Perla. • The Circle Club – A membership program with the Melia group. Coffee & Snacks The Nespresso Coffee Corner was a pleasant surprise, offering specialty coffee, pastries, donuts, cookies, cakes, and sandwiches. Lobby Vibes The lobby was grand and spacious, filled with comfortable couches and beds for lounging or waiting for the shuttle. It was air-conditioned and smelled wonderfully of lemongrass. Notes & Tips 1. We were extra careful with drinking water. The resort provided unlimited bottled water, but it was tricky to completely avoid ice or produce possibly rinsed in tap water. We took Dukoral before the trip and had no stomach issues. 2. There is no tennis court on the property. Final Thoughts Paradisus La Perla has many great features: friendly staff, spacious rooms, a fantastic gym, and some standout restaurants. However, the lack of energy around activities and the ongoing construction made the experience less vibrant than we hoped. Still, we enjoyed the time together and made the most of our week in Riviera Maya.

Planet Hollywood Cancun by Royalton: Hotel review

The hotel was really nice. Very frustrated that everything has to be completed on APP. The staff was very unhelpful. When you asked at the counter to change something they always referred you to the APP. I had emailed the hotel 5 days before leaving regarding two rooms and I heard back from the morning of our ✈️. Very frustrating as I wasted a morning trying to get rooms moved! Food was good and buffet was spectacular. Beach needs work and was constantly a smell in our room. Had the fan on fu [... read more]ll with doors open to get the smell out of our room. Again asked about this at the front desk and never had anybody come check our room. Paid a ton of money for this trip - would think twice about going back to Planet Hollywood!

Fiesta Americana Puerto Vallarta: Fiesta Americana resort

Nice resort with comfortable and clean rooms. Due to the rooms close proximity to the pool and nightly entertainment the rooms can be a bit noisy if you are an early sleeper. The hotel is very close to the beach but I would not recommend this as a beach vacation as the water is very rough and getting in is very difficult due to the rocks washing down from the mountains. As it is now the rainy season the water is also very murky from the mountain run off. Selection of food is very good and tast [... read more]y.

El Dorado Seaside Palms: Very nice resort overall

This is what I found positive about this resort: The grounds are very well maintained, everything has been recently renovated, and is in perfect condition. Customer service is excellent—the staff is very friendly and helpful. The rooms are a bit outdated by design, but they have been recently renovated and are very clean. The linens and towels are fresh, and there are enough beach towels available. Cons: The food selection at the buffets is poor and does not meet the standards of a 5-star h [... read more]otel. Also, the beach had a lot of seaweed and was not cleaned daily. During our 10-day stay, the beach was not cleaned for three days in a row (August 9 to August 12) making it impossible for guests to swim.

Bahia Principe Escape Sian Ka'an: Wonderful Time

I went to this hotel in June 2025 for a quick long weekend trip, and wished I could stay longer. The adults only atmosphere was good if you're interested in relaxing quietly, and doing simple activities like morning yoga, salsa lessons by the pool, or silent disco at night. The staff were all very friendly and attentive to the needs of the guests. I found the hotel to be clean, comfortable, and well air conditioned. I also want to give a shout out to Deysi and Berenice, who provided massages to  [... read more]my friend and I. The food at the buffet was good, but the restaurants were even better. The golf cart shuttles were also very punctual. I'd definitely return to this resort.

Riu Palace Costa Mujeres: Great resort

The resort was beautiful. The rooms were clean and well maintained. The beach and water had some sargassum, but the staff were constantly trying to rake it up. Almost all the food was excellent, although we didn't enjoy the Italian restaurant, unfortunately. That was the only restaurant that was a disappointment. The pools and grounds and hallways were always being cleaned. The staff were lovely.

Platinum Yucatan Princess: Super Relaxing Solo Travel!

As a solo-female-traveller I had such a fantastic time at the Platinum Yucatan Princess. The swim-out facing the nature preserve area was pure bliss. Big thank you to Tracey at Trip Central for making booking easy peasy!

Catalonia Royal Tulum: Fantastic vacation

We loved our vacation. The food, room and staff were amazing. This was my second visit to the Catalonia Royal Tulum and it was as great as the first time. We upgraded to Privilege because of Beloved and other perks and it did not disappoint. I will booking this resort again very soon.

Riu Palace Costa Mujeres: Amazing Resort!

We loved everything about this resort! Will recommend to everyone. Great for kids and family! I would like to go back again next year. A+++++ service! My family keeps talking about how great this resort is.

Catalonia Royal Tulum: Amazing Eco Resort

We were very happy with this resort. We especially liked the size. We felt the resort was exceptionally clean. The staff are very friendly and professional. We liked that the resort was eco friendly. The food was good and they provided Gluten Free options.

Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas: Great

Long walk to pool which was fine, depends where your room is located, excellent food, tons of options to eat, having two hotels there, it was great, so many options Was very clean overall, I would go back, great for couples and families One of the best we have gone to I would go back

Grand Riviera Princess: Not Recomended

I am writing to express my deep dissatisfaction with the quality of service and conditions during my recent stay at your resort. What was meant to be a relaxing and enjoyable vacation turned into a frustrating experience marked by numerous issues and service failures. To begin with, upon arrival, we were made to wait over four hours for our room to be ready. Once we finally got access, we encountered the following problems: The air conditioning was not working and required a technician to  [... read more]replace the compressor. The mini fridge was not cooling and had to be replaced. The safe was not functional and required setup by a technician. The TV did not work at all, but due to the growing frustration, I chose not to pursue yet another repair. The jacuzzi was in an appalling state—unclean with hair inside and yellowish water outlets, clearly indicating it had not been properly cleaned or maintained. The room itself was not cleaned to acceptable standards, and daily housekeeping only did the bare minimum. We had to follow up daily just to get basic tasks completed. There were ants and flies in the room, and we were bitten at night despite being covered under sheets. To make matters worse, your representative never showed up the following day as promised. No explanation or replacement was provided. This caused us to miss out on planned excursions, including swimming with the dolphins and a trip to the pyramids. We were unable to book through an official channel and found independent vendors on the property offering the same excursions at suspiciously varied prices, which raised concerns about safety and legitimacy. As a result, we decided to stay in the resort and missed out on experiences we had been looking forward to. These issues represent a serious failure in service delivery, guest support, and facility maintenance. The stay was far from what was promised or expected.

Royalton Riviera Cancun Resort and Spa: Royalton riviera cancun

Everything was great, the room, staff, service. Perhaps they could have a smoking section by the pools. You could smell the smoke from a few guests smoking by the pool. I would go again if there is very little or no seaweed. We like swimming in the ocean and we were not able to this time. The water was brown. The pools were great,and we enjoyed them.

Riu Santa Fe: Great Resort - Something for everyone!

A great resort, great food selection. Those that are picky, about food - try cooking 3 meals a day with snacks! There's a pool for everyone to enjoy! Unforgettable Stay at Riu Santa Fe – Fun, Sun & Exceptional Service! I recently returned from a weeklong vacation at Riu Santa Fe in Cabo San Lucas, and I can honestly say it exceeded all expectations. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warm hospitality, a cold drink, and a smooth check-in process that set the tone for the entir [... read more]e trip. The resort itself is massive, beautifully maintained, and buzzing with energy. Whether you're looking to relax by the infinity pool with a stunning view of the Arch, join in the lively pool parties, or just enjoy the gorgeous beach, there’s truly something for everyone. The party vibe is strong here, especially at the foam pool parties and themed night events—perfect for adults looking to have fun. The food options were great and diverse. With multiple buffet restaurants and specialty dining options (Mexican, Asian, Italian, steakhouse), we never ran out of variety. The breakfast buffet was especially impressive, with fresh fruit, omelet stations, and even mimosas! Service was top-notch across the board. Every staff member we encountered—from housekeeping to bartenders to entertainment crew—was friendly, helpful, and genuinely seemed to enjoy making our stay memorable. Shoutout to the entertainment team for keeping the energy high and the guests engaged without being overbearing. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and well-equipped, with daily restocking of the mini fridge and great AC. We had a balcony with an ocean view, which made mornings and sunsets extra special. If you're looking for a fun, all-inclusive experience in Cabo with great food, unbeatable views, and an energetic atmosphere, Riu Santa Fe is the place to be. We’ll definitely be back!

Catalonia Royal Tulum: Great vacation

Excelent resort, clean, nice people, we had a great time, I would come again. Thanks to everyone who made our stay great, Angeles from the buffet thank you! I would recomand this resort a lot of fun for young people!

Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya: Outstanding resort and staff

The staff were all so happy to help with anything you needed and were so welcoming. Very nice resort and well worth the stay! Our room was always clean and the food is outstanding! Will definitely be coming back.

Grand Sunset Princess: No beach, half under construction, mosquito filled room

Really disappointed with this resort. Mostly because we were not told by tripcentral agent ahead of time that half the resort was under major construction, and the beach reeked. You had one job... Drilling, concrete hammering, heavy equipment metres from the pools and our room ALL DAY is not my idea of a relaxing vacation. The beach was red flagged every day, as it was unsafe due to the seaweed (major piles of it on shore) and extremely strong sewage smell coming from it rotting all day in th [... read more]e sun. Couldn't even lay on the beach without getting nauseous. Our room was filled with mosquitoes and the hotel would not let us move rooms, instead they sprayed the room with some Mexican chemical which reduced them, but did not remove them all, or stop them from coming back. Our swim up room was a dead end due to the construction and couldn't swim to any pool bar. The a la carte restaurants were always in the snack riviera restaurant which is a very poor looking place. Surprisingly the food was excellent tasting everytime we ate. Service by the staff (except front desk) was very good.

Sandos Caracol Nature Resort and Water Park: Tons of fun & great food

I was slightly skeptical going in, but I'm glad we chose this place. The hotel, amenities, and facilities are good. The restaurants are very good. Staff was friendly. It's a perfect resort for a young family - the kids will love the water park, theater shows, beach, pools, and of course, the variety of animals that we don't see in Canada. I definitely would go back again.