We stayed at Bahía Príncipe Grand Tequila at Tulum Mexico. The resort is immaculate, easy to get around, has 3 alacarts, and 2 pools. The staff were awesome especially Lourdes, Alex,and Jose in Cozumel alacart. Bellboy Raul gave excellent service. Smokehouse alacart had awesome beef ribs,brisket,and burger. We stayed in September 2026 so had access to all 10 alacarts. Great place to relax and enjoy the activities.

Myself, husband, son, daughter in law, 2 grandkids and a friend went October 1st to 8th, 2026. This resort has been updated, the beach was a little rough but as we all know it was hurricane season, however we still got to swim was not too bad, we totally enjoyed the pool also and the rooms beautiful and food totally 5*. Our family had a great time; they are all looking on when they can return.

Great Vacation at Barceló Maya Palace! We had a fantastic vacation at Barceló Maya Palace! The resort is beautiful, with well-maintained grounds, amazing pools, and a great overall atmosphere. It was the perfect place to relax, enjoy the sunshine, and spend time with friends. The staff were excellent throughout our stay! Everyone was friendly, welcoming, and worked hard to make our experience enjoyable. We really appreciated the variety of dining options, especially the access to the à la carte restaurants. The French and Japanese restaurants were definitely our favourites and highlights of the trip! The only real disappointment was the amount of seaweed, which unfortunately made the beach pretty much unusable during our stay. Of course, this is completely out of the resort's control, and we certainly wouldn't hold it against them. Like any large resort, there are always a few little things that could be improved, but nothing that took away from our overall experience. Overall, we had a wonderful vacation, made some great memories, and would definitely consider returning. Highly recommend Barceló Maya Palace!

Love this place! Been there 4 times now, and the food, staff, cleanliness, comfort, entertainment, and beauty of this resort is spectacular. Had the unfortunate experience this time of arriving at their grand opening after renovations to encounter unfinished work and was not expecting to endure constant noise, unopened restaurants, and false overhead warnings. Unsure if I can blame them for this inconvenience, because it is a wonderful place.

The grounds were beautiful! The Staff amazing and the food was delicious. My spa session was the best! The pool was clean and the attendants so kind and helpful. The front desk was helpful. And entertainment was great. As part of the spa you come an hour before your session. You have an attendant with you all the time. There are so many therapeutic pools a sauna and a steam room.

We just came back from an amazing 7 day stay at Dreams Natura. We travelled with a group for a wedding. I would come back to this resort for sure. One of my daughters has several severe food allergies and i have never travelled with her to another country before and i was extremely anxious about it. The front desk was amazing at check in , took down the information and relayed it to all the restaurants and the chefs and the managers of the restaurants. The head chef and the concierge manager came right away and talked to us and took all her allergy information. They made special meals for her for our whole stay for breakfast, lunch and dinners at the buffet and the a la cartes and even room service and poolside service. Special THANK YOU to Enrique ( manager of the buffet) Chef Alejandro, Javier Espinosa, Claudia and all the staff at the Concierge desk and many more, i wish i could list all their names. They went above and beyond truly every day and put my anxiety to ease. They were amazing. Now in terms of the overall food quality, there wasnt as much selection at times as other luxury resorts ive been too. The A La Carte restaurants were pretty good, but not all were open every night. Overall i have been to worse and ive been to better. The service was great though! The resort was beautiful and clean, lots of room by the pools, great poolside service, great shows in the lobby and theatre every night. The only downside is the rooms facing the ocean can be a bit loud every night with the music from the lobby show. So if that bothers you maybe ask for the other side the garden view. Beach sand was beautiful and white but unfortunately the ocean at the time had alot of seaweed but you cannot control that. The room was great, bed was comfy, pillows a bit lumpy but not bad, room was big, bathroom was big, shower pressure was good, House keeping was great too. The wedding we attended was absolutely amazing! We had an amazing time! They went above and beyond! Also super close to the cancun airport. Lazy river and slides were alot of fun, also fun kids activities either in the kids club or around the pool. I recommend this resort!

I first want to start off with the staff who was absolutely fabulous. It didn’t matter who we were in contact with, they were absolutely amazing. The food was not as expected for a 5 star resort. I enjoyed Gustos, Braza and the Sushi Restaurants. The menu was on repeat too often as well. I don’t like the design of the buildings and they were run down in many areas. Great selection of pools and the beach was nice.

The rooms are clean and spacious. Mini fridge is always well socked. Turn down service and fresh pool towels in my room each evening. Room service, fabulous restaurants and a pool side food truck. The staff are friendly. Overall a great resort

Second time here and second time in Mexico! We absolutely love this resort. Did not like how they sent a letter to my room no smoking on balconies. 10/10 otherwise Food always hits, Workers are amazing!! Staff always so nice to us. Do not go if you do not like wildlife. This is their home, do not wish death on them. They are so sweet the Coatis, and iguanas and such. Staff do their best so patrons aren’t bugged by them. But it’s their home remember this. Sad that the prices will be going up due to Marriot Purchase, will most likely not be returning if too expensive but this is well worth 1200-1500 CAD for 7 days

This was our second time.to Bluebay , once again grounds are still dated with leaks on building 4 but with that being said food was good , drinks were cold and staff was great. Great budget resort. We even made friends with one of the waiters and enjoy a day at playa del carmen with them. We will be back again in the future.

Our goal was to just relax, forget everything else in life and that’s what we did. Drinks from the swim up bar and laps around the pool. Enjoyed all the dinner options and a few evening activities. Got plenty of rest. Service was friendly and reliable.

Resort is always clean, everywhere. Food is better than most similar priced resorts. Staff are awesome, always friendly and helpful. Rooms are nice, with liquor dispenser. Its a nice quiet relaxed resort, not a loud noisy party resort.

The check in was fast and efficient. Front lobby was under construction so the bellman guided use to temporary lobby and then to our room. We booked a basic room and it was in great clean condition. The balconies are very small and we were on third floor so basically not useful. Only room for two chairs. The beds were comfortable and room was spotless. Housekeeping offered to change all bedding every three days . Wow we weren’t used to that!we got extra towels and no problem,. There is evening entertainment with some very talented musicians. The resort is almost totally smoke free with a couple small out of way spots for people to smoke…..À welcome thing for us non smokers. There is several spots to hang out an open air lobby a lobby bar with specialty coffees offered at bars. The hotel has a coffee shop with specialty coffees offered from 7- 6 pm. They also offer pastries and sandwiches at coffee shop. Bring a water bottle they have water fill stations in every building and you can cool it in the fridge in room. They offer reuseable cups at pool bar area..By snack bar there is a drink station featuring juices and water in reuseable cups. The snack bar has several choices and you can come right from beach to eat. The buffet has several choices and with different themes. The à la Cartes are a go to . The service is very attentive the selection has lots to choose from. You really need the viva app. The app has all the menus and themes and information you might need. You can also book the specialty restaurant through the app. The beach was quiet and we saw lots of marked areas where turtles had laid eggs. The beach had lots of shade or sun and plentiful loungers. The vendors were not very aggressive and did not hassle anyone. Unfortunately the seaweed was present most days you could wade through to clear sections but not always. The seaweed also gave off a foul odour,,,,like sewage. The beach was cleaned and cleaned constantly the work very hard at removal. The white sand was easy to walk in either direction and a decent hike. There is a quiet adults pool with its own bar set back closer to à very well equipped gym . There is a decent children’s area close to adults quiet pool . There is also kids pools of different depths closer to main pools. The main pool was finished getting tiled in record time and a smaller pool was done in a couple days. Beach towels were easily available . Pools were warm ocean was really warm and hot tub was also warm. Lots of activities to join in , we did not try the trapeze….. our second time here and it is a good fit for our needs.the only thing I did not like is the wildlife walking thru nature trails when people feed the raccoon like ones they swarm in groups .Otherwise if not fed very low key and a nonissue. The other pig/rat type animals are much more timid and just wander around. For families or groups they offer adjoining rooms.The wifi is only spotty in the rooms otherwise good reception .

We had an amazing week at Bahia Principe Luxury Akumal and would absolutely return. From the moment we arrived, the staff really set the standard for our vacation. We found the resort clean, beautiful and very well maintained, and we felt comfortable and safe throughout our entire stay. One of the biggest highlights was the staff. Our concierge service was excellent, the shuttles around the complex were frequent and convenient, and whenever we needed something, the staff genuinely tried to help. Even little things made a difference, like having our minibar changed to Pepsi and water based on what we actually drank. We really enjoyed the pools and the relaxed atmosphere around the resort. We also loved being able to explore the other Bahia properties in the complex. Having access to different pools, restaurants and areas made the resort feel much larger and gave us something different to experience throughout the week. Our romantic beach dinner was one of the highlights of the entire vacation and something we will remember for a long time. We also enjoyed several of the à-la-carte restaurants and had some excellent meals during our stay. There are a few areas we think could be improved. Late-night food options were quite limited, and the room-service food was disappointing compared with the rest of the resort. We also found restaurant availability difficult at times. Better signage and clearer food labels would be helpful, especially when exploring the different properties. We would also love to see better milk or cream options for coffee. Those issues were relatively small compared with our overall experience. What stood out most was how comfortable and relaxed we felt at Akumal and how hard the staff worked to make guests happy. We enjoyed our stay enough that Bahia Principe is somewhere we genuinely want to return to. Thank you to everyone at Luxury Akumal who helped make our vacation so memorable.

We had a wonderful stay at Sandos Playacar Beach Resort in Playa del Carmen. The hotel was great, and we were really happy with our experience overall. It was a fantastic Mexico getaway and a trip we thoroughly enjoyed. We would happily recommend this resort to anyone planning a vacation in Mexico.

We had a great time staying at Generations Riviera Maya resort. Our room was a ocean view swimout on the third floor. In fact, all rooms at this resort are ocean view. The staff were very friendly and accommodating and the food was really good. The beach did have a lot of seaweed but then every resort on the Riviera Maya has the same issue. All in all, we highly recommend this resort and would stay there again.

We did a girl's getaway at this resort in The Diamond Club. Let me start by saying that the short drive from the airport to this resort was AMAZING. No two hour drive to the Mayan area. Having been to several resorts in the past, I do have to say that the Royalton Riviera is in the top two when it comes to the overall experience. The rooms are large, beautiful and always very clean. There are so many pools and they are all beautiful and clean. We loved the three pools in our area the most. We met and spoke to so many people from all around the world. Loved, loved the atmosphere in the Diamond Club. The grounds are well kept and we rarely saw any bugs, not a single bee at any of the bars. The staff in the pool area and the restaurants were always so kind and went out of their way to make us feel special. A huge shout-out to our bar tenders, Oscar and Emanuel, to our towel boy Juan and to a wonderful server in the Buffet named Oscar. With the cost of food these days, we expected to be disappointed but instead, we were very impressed with the quality of the food in the buffet and most restaurants. We did not enjoy the Caribbean or Steakhouse restaurants. The Italian and Japanese restaurants are a must. For lunches, the buffet is open as well as a few restaurants like the Italian in the Family section. They also have food trucks at each pool section. They were practical but I prefer a lunch restaurant by the pools. We had premium drinks at the Diamond Club lounge and pools and a large bottle of Baileys and wine in our room, as well as beer, juice and pop in our mini fridge. All the bartenders made us amazing drinks throughout the week and treated us like royalty. Unfortunately, the beach was unusable because of the algae and the smell coming from the ocean. I am not a beach person but I do like to walk the beach in the evenings. But our biggest disappointment was the entertainment both during the day and in the evening. There were no obstacle courses or fun games like I have experienced in the past. The entertainment staff was small. They had simple games like Bingo and water polo but did have 2 short foam parties in the main pool twice in a week. At night, they had a few fun evenings such as The White party and the Karaoke night but most other nights we were very disappointed. Even the shows that seemed to be hired externally were very short and not the best (Micheal Jackson, Mexican, Fire Show). I did hear from a few other guests that since the rise in the costs of living, many resorts chose to cut costs mostly in the entertainment department so as to not affect other departments such as food, cleanliness and hospitality. We are 4 middle aged woman who have been to many resorts. We made every day count by interacting with staff and other guests. We all found the Royalton to be probably the most beautiful resort we have been to, we enjoyed the food (not bland like most resorts), we spent a lot of our vacation in the pools, did a few excursions not too far away and simply had a wonderful week in the sun. We definitely recommend vacationing at this resort.

We had a wonderful stay at the resort overall, and I especially want to give a huge thank-you to Eduardo from Seek & Go for going above and beyond to help us. Eduardo was extremely helpful in assisting us with choosing the right excursions, but what really stood out was how much he helped us when my sister-in-law accidentally forgot her medication for her kidney transplant. This was a very serious and stressful situation for our family, and Eduardo truly became our lifesaver. He went out of his way to help us figure out how to get the medication. Without his help, we were seriously considering booking a flight for my sister-in-law to return to the U.S. just to get her medication. Unfortunately, we were disappointed with the assistance we received from the concierge. We asked for help, and although they told us they would contact a pharmacy and update us, we never received any follow-up, even after 2–3 days. It felt like they were already overwhelmed and too busy assisting other guests. In a situation as urgent as ours, we really expected more effort and communication from the concierge team. The lack of follow-up was a major disappointment. That said, aside from this experience, we enjoyed our stay. The food was delicious, our room was clean and comfortable, and there were plenty of activities to enjoy at the resort. Overall, we had a good experience, but Eduardo deserves special recognition for his kindness, effort, and genuine willingness to help. His assistance made a huge difference for our family during a very stressful situation. Thank you so much, Eduardo!

It’s small but has all you need. The beach was not good because of seagrass but that’s nature. Glad I went would I go again? No was not for me. The staff was great and like to thank them all especially Eduardo Christian Eddy Chicken Jess Rio for all their work to keep things great. Joanna at trip central was awesome with our booking.

We just returned from a 7 day trip here at iberostar selection riviera cancun …. We were in building 1 - with swim up , outside jacuzzi and inside jacuzzi. The room itself was beautiful and larger than expected. from speaking with neighbours we learned that some have 2 double/queen beds and some have 1 king size bed. The outside jacuzzi was not often hot, however the water temps were never cold even in the main pools. the jets were nice , and if we wanted a HOT jacuzzi we had the option to use the one in our room which the water got really good and hot in there. Building 1 swim ups attach directly to the main pool area where the swim up bar is , and where most afternoon activities were held. We discovered that the swim ups in building 2 where not attached to the main pool , and were directly infront of the Members only swim up pool/bar. Building 2 - as mentioned lots on this page gets the most sunshine during the day… it often was over building 1 by noon or shortly after.. which was no bother for us bcoz we could easily swim to main pool area to chase the sun if we wanted. building 2 is more “private and quiet” with more sun. it was still plenty warm without the sun however. Now onto food - The buffet was surprisingly good! there are daily themes (asian , mexican , even a steak and lobster evening) which kept the options flowing and changing throughout the week. The À la Cartes did not require reservations, or pre-planning .. but there was sometimes wait periods depending on what time you chose to go. (they take your phone number and text on Whatsapp when your table is ready so you don’t have to stand around if you don’t want to).They have several à la carte options open each evening from 6-10pm. Options include Spanish, Mexican , Caribbean, Italian. There was also a fire oven pizza “shop”, pop up bbq , pop up taco stand , and other random pop up goodies like popcorn , civeche, ice cream. During our stay only 2 main restaurants were open each evening and rotated back and forth while buffet and pizza where open everyday. I personally give all dining inc buffett an easy 5 star. i was beyond impressed by the food quality and options. There was also room service from 11am-1030pm , we had that several afternoons and it was also fantastic ! (chicken fingers and fries, club sandwiches, quesadillas etc) which were all yum yumm as well. desserts were also plentiful at all options. Entertainment- There was daily entertainment during the day and evening . And in the entry of the buffett you would find a daily calendar listing all events for the day. Also when you turn on your TV the main screen would list all event schedules for the day/week. The evening shows were absolutely amazing from circus to fire show , live music etc .. All that we attended surpassed my expectations!! The afternoon entertainment staff at the pool were so fun ! foam party was a great time ! The beach - As mentioned lots the beach is long , but not very wide.. It’s deff plenty to enjoy if that’s you’re thing. The seaweed was deff in full force though, and bcoz we’re both from “beachy” areas we were overly worried about missing out on a massive beach. it was certainly enough to enjoy . Overall service was incredible, always smiling faces and willing to help staff. Building 1 had a “butler” who walks around all day long offering drinks - special shout out to Mario ; he was our guy !!! pushing margs at 9am LOL, we didn’t argue often haha ! When you check into your room your provided 3 large glass refillable water bottles and there are several drinking water refill stations around the resort. The room key saga ; NO MORE .. bcoz this resort uses bracelets that get you into your room so no need to ever wonder if you’ve forgotten it behind you when you leave, or searching your pockets as you arrive. Animals - There are some raccoons , coatis (soo cute) and lizards. but they mind they’re own business. saw a raccoon climbing in a trash can , but what do you expect from a trash panda ?. We were super impressed by the lack of bugs. we only had mosquitoes one night and it was after a good rain , i usually get eaten alive all week long on vacation and only came home with 2 bites and never once had to dose myself in bug spray ❤️. only saw one spider all week , and he was outside so no biggie there either. Shower pressure and temp was good, and spacious. i could go on forever , but i think i’ve covered a lot of important parts for now . there is a convenience/ souvenir shop in the lobby as well as a “high end” bikini and sunglass store. we ended up negotiating a good price for some versace sunglasses ❤️ Lastly ; and something i had not seen posted prior to my trip. there is a TATTOO parlour right on the resort ! I got a beautiful tattoo of a sea turtle on my arm , he was insanely fast and talented. Prices were very fair as well. my ONLY downside to this resort is how PUSSSSHHHY the “time-share” , “members club” people are in the lobby , from the moment you check in they harass you to attend a breakfast which is 1.5 hours of them trying to convince you to sign up for a membership. I highly recommend you be assertive with them or they will harass you everytime they come in your vicinity for the entire week. They mostly linger around the lobby , but sometimes float out around the main grounds as well… They were literally relentless, but other than them i have ZERO negative to say about this place, or the staff. Rather than photo bomb a bunch of pics - please ask and i’ll be sure to share … i took a GAZILLION photos , so there’s a good chance i have anything you want to see. Most definitely will be returning there again in the future !! ❤️

We enjoyed this resort. Everything was great. Rooms were simple but had everything you needed. They were clean and nice and cool. Grounds were constantly maintained and impeccable. Pool was great beach was huge.

My stay at Ocean Riviera Paradise was amazing all the staff and people on the resort was friendly, warm hearted and happy. The staff was always willing to help out in whatever your problem was. I was very impressed with the manner the resort was kept always clean and everything was always in placed. I will definitely come again and share my experiences with friends and family. Thank you for your hospitality.

We have gone to this resort 8 times now, and would rate it very good. They have installed a floating barrier well off the beach which keeps most of the sargassum weed from coming ashore. Also, since last year, the coati population is much lower, and they have put simple locks on the garbage cans to try to keep the animals out, but they are smart enough to defeat the locks. Good try, but better locks would help a lot more. Also, they need to have more highly visible signs to discourage people from feeding them.

We had stayed last fall at the Barcelo Maya Riviera for my 60th birthday and our daughter and son-in-law’s honeymoon. We were so impressed that my wife and I decided to return this year to celebrate her 60th birthday with our sons. Upon arrival we checked all 4 of us into 2 separate rooms and I informed the front reception personnel that one of our sons had a severe peanut allergy and to keep them out of their room which they noted, and also asked them if they could send something up to our room for my wife’s birthday celebration to which they said “they’d try.” Last year they sent to both our room and our daughter’s, a special dessert and a bottle of bubbly for our separate occasions. It made it special and memorable. This time, even after a few days staying there, they kept restocking peanuts in our son’s room even after talking to a supervisor at the front desk about how serious of an issue this was to his health. I felt like it wasn’t taken seriously and even though I was told the manager would be notified, there was zero follow up and more peanuts stocked daily. My wife also never got any special treats in our room for her birthday. Between our 2 rooms we had to call and make daily reminders to refill the fridge with water in order to brush our teeth, restock towels that weren’t during daily cleaning as well as restocking Kleenex, body wash and soap, all which were included in the price of our room and became a real annoyance. Only one night of our 7 day stay did we get a knock on our door with staff asking if we needed refills on anything. On our arrival day, we booked all the restaurants for the week both at our resort and 4 others that we could choose from. We were surprised that many restaurants were completely closed on certain days, so we were limited in choices of where to eat as well as day and time and had to pick some times as late as 9:45 which wasn’t ideal. We found that the later seatings we were very rushed with food coming out cold, and lights starting to be turned off in the restaurants while we were hurried to finish our meal. This happened at the Santa Fe (American Steak House) restaurant, The Rodizio (Brazilian Steak House) and the La Comedie (French restaurant), on our 3rd visit (due to limited choices and times), where the power kept surging and we actually couldn’t leave, because the doors wouldn’t open for a bit. There was a convention happening at our resort late in the week and when we tried to take the bus for our dinner reservation at The Palace, convention participants dominated getting multiple buses so that hotel guests were denied boarding and told to get off. My wife and one son were taken by a golf cart that seated 2, but with the driver there were 3, and my wife had to hold onto our one son so he wouldn’t fall out. It was a disaster. Upon return I voiced my frustration with the front desk supervisor who didn’t seem too concerned about not having transportation available to guests staying at the resort. The accumulation of deficiencies made what should have been a relaxing and enjoyable holiday into one in which we were glad to return home. This was not the vacation that we had anticipated it to be and we really hope that they make some serious improvements, especially with them knowing about the severe peanut allergy and yet still stocking peanuts everyday into our son’s room. That could have been fatal.

Nice place. Good rooms, great food. Beach and pools were nice. We went during low season and prices were great even though it was a tad hot we didnt mind. Sunwing, nexus and tripcentral did a fantastic job!

Everything was good in the hotel. My agent Lawrence was very helpful too in booking and in everything. Resort was beautiful and lots of wild animals in it. Definitely a jungle vibe. Amenities was good. The show was just ok they keep on cancelling even on a good weather. Beach was terrible but the resort overall is good

We had such a wonderful experience staying at this all-inclusive resort! Our entire trip was relaxing, fun, and filled with beautiful memories. The resort was beautiful, the food had plenty of options, and there were so many activities to enjoy. Everything made our stay even more memorable. One person we especially want to recognize is Eduardo from seek&go, who went above and beyond to help us during an unexpected and very stressful situation. My sister, who is a kidney transplant patient visiting from the US, accidentally forgot her medication. Since our phones were not working properly in Mexico, it was extremely difficult for us to contact pharmacies and locate the specific medication she needed. We initially asked the concierge for assistance, but unfortunately, there was very little follow-up or effort to help us locate the medication, which made an already stressful situation even more difficult. Thankfully, Eduardo stepped in and went completely out of his way to help us. He even went to the pharmacy himself and contacted different pharmacies we had found through Google to see if they carried the exact medication my sister needed. His kindness, patience, and genuine effort meant so much to our family. Words cannot express how grateful we are. Eduardo was truly a lifesaver for my sister, and we will forever appreciate everything he did for us. Overall, we had an amazing stay and would definitely consider coming back. The experience was made even more meaningful because of people like Eduardo who genuinely care about their guests. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a fun, relaxing, and memorable all-inclusive vacation!

We had a great time at this resort. The staff were amazing and kept the entire place spotless. We knew that it was a smaller resort with not the same amenities as some of the larger ones(swim up pool, stocked fridges)which we were fine with but do your research as to not be disappointed. Beach was great and you can walk forever on it. Entertainment staff always had something on the go for people to play or you could easily keep to yourself to just relax.

The resort was beautiful and indeed a hideaway far from the main highway. The restaurants were excellent but some of the menus were limited to only a few entries. The service was very good and the rooms were spacious and well acquainted. We had to change rooms because the top floor of the diamond oceanview Terrance has a second level leading to the roof sporting a jacuzzi and lounge area which my wife could not access but the transition to one floor lower was done without question and only our comfort in mind. Our suite had a butler who was very hard working and gracious but we did not receive a turn down service which was part of our package and went a day with no housekeeping at all but this might have been attributed to the room change. The service at pool side was amazing and any drink we ordered out of the norm was put together for us. We had one bad dining experience at the Armadillo tex mex restaurant- my wife ordered the lobster dinner for an added price and after waiting close to 90 minutes for our meal we just walked out and went to the buffet. The manager found us at the buffet and was very apologetic but there were guests who arrived at the tex next after us who were done there courses and leaving while we were still waiting which made me question why the lobster dinner was taking so long and whether it had been frozen but in all fairness I didn't ask, it was my choice to leave. If you want to take a taxi into Cancun from the Royalton a round trip will be about $140 American currency which we did take advantage of for a wonderful Sunset cruise on a galleon which included a surf and turf dinner on board. Because we booked the diamond suites we had private checking and checkout and had many privileges such as priority reservations for the 10 dining rooms and many other extras from bedding, robes and slippers to top level alcohol and a private adult pool and chez lounges around the pool. I was a bit disappointed in the evening shows as they were more kid and family oriented with no adult themed Broadway or nightclub performances in their theatre but no hardship as we enjoyed them regardless. All in all for the money and value we were very satisfied and happy with the resort. Kaylee Toth, our tripcentral agent was the best we have ever dealt with and I will make it a point to book with her again. John Arnold- September 25th, 2026

I would not go back to the Mayan... The coatis are everywhere steeling food right out of plate... Population of those things is totally out of control .... You can't sit outside these things try to get into your room.

Going to the JOIA Paraiso was our first all-inclusive experience, and we loved every single moment of it! The hotel is palatial and beautiful. Our room was huge and well appointed. The bathrooms have two sinks, a spacious shower, and a jacuzzi bathtub. The bed was large and very comfortable. The staff were helpful and smiling all through the day. They were always ready with towels, to take a drinks order, and would even come by to apply cooling cucumbers and facecloths. The best part for us was the food! We specifically wanted to go somewhere with good food and we were blown away. The buffet was always excellent, with a huge variety of quality food. From made to order breakfast waffles, pancakes, crepes, and/or French toast, to made to order omelettes and eggs. We ate so much fresh fish, especially the ceviche. Our favourite restaurant was Legado, the Mexican restaurant. We had a perfect meal of whitefish ceviche, perfectly cooked steak, and the best churro dessert we have ever had. We spent most of our time relaxing at the quiet pool. We could fill our insulated cups with an excellent drink from the main bar and nurse a cooling beverage for hours as we swam or read a book at our beds. This was exactly the vacation, rest, and break from our busy lives that we were looking for. We are making plans for the next time we go!

The atmosphere is beautiful. I love how accommodating and friendly the people at the hotel. The food good but not too great! The pool is clean, the beach is great! Overall, 9/10 ??? will definitely come back!

If it was a five star hotel it downgraded to a three the transportation was terrible around the resort you had to wait for half hour to be picked up on the little shuttles. The food was mediocre and the beach was terrible. It was dirty. The water was disgusting. The only good thing was certain servers were great.

We had a great short vacation at this hotel. It’s not a big resort but had everything you need. The food was very good at the buffet and on most occasions it was warm to hot which we haven’t found at other resorts. We ate at the Italian restaurant and it was very nice, service was also great. The staff was very friendly throughout the hotel. I want to also say how wonderful it was working with Tammy from Tripcentral. It was my first time using that website but I will definitely use it again.

The hotel has a lot of issues with details that do not make it feel like a luxury 5 star experience. Butler services is hit or miss, hotel app for booking meals, seeing programming for the day etc, is not accurate, does not work properly and basically becomes useless and the information is not accurate. I would not go this hotel again and would not recommend to anyone expecting 5 star service.

Can make additional improvement in buffet meals.Beautifull areas to take pictures.Best service for serving meals.Beach sands can be maintain some more to comfortable walk.Room service is very good.For currency exchange,need inside facility,since the resort little far from downtown.Overall,the resort is good for vacation.First day welcome and showing the room and how to access not satisfied.Receiption staff not properly organised.Cut off time to pickup and drop need to change.

We first visited Royalton Splash Riviera Cancun in September 2024 as Diamond Club guests, staying in a two-bedroom ocean-view suite with three adults and three children. That first experience was exceptional. From the accommodations to the service, food, amenities and overall attention to detail, we honestly could not have been more impressed. We loved the resort so much that we decided to return in August 2026—and this time brought additional family with us. Our group grew to 11 guests. We booked a two-bedroom Diamond Club oceanfront suite for four adults and three children, as well as an additional Diamond Club suite for two adults and two children. Unfortunately, our second visit was a completely different experience. What was once a resort we couldn't stop recommending became a frustrating and disappointing stay, particularly when it came to service and attention to detail. Our issues started immediately upon arrival. We checked in around 8:00 p.m., yet it took more than an hour for our luggage to be delivered to our room. Throughout the stay, basic room items such as coffee pods and coffee cups were repeatedly not restocked, requiring us to contact our Diamond Club concierge. The room-service ordering system through the TV also wasn't working properly, so once again we had to contact the concierge just to place orders. One example that sums up the level of service was a request for an iron. According to our WhatsApp conversation with the concierge, we requested one at 6:34 p.m. on our second night. By 7:28 p.m., nearly an hour later, it still had not arrived and we had to follow up again. These may seem like small things individually, but when you are paying for a Diamond Club experience, constantly having to chase down basic services becomes frustrating very quickly. Much more concerning was the handling of our four-year-old son's serious food allergies to egg, dairy and nuts. Despite explaining his allergies and requesting an appropriate meal at the buffet, we waited approximately an hour and ultimately left without the requested meal ever arriving. For a family resort, we expected much greater attention and communication when dealing with a young child's food allergies. The atmosphere around the resort had also changed considerably since our first visit. There was relentless solicitation throughout the property—photography sales, spa/massage sales, excursions, people walking around with parrots and other birds for paid photos, and other sales pitches. Instead of feeling like a relaxing premium resort, we often felt like we were constantly being approached to spend additional money. There were also significant renovations and disruptions during our stay. Approximately half of the buffet area was under construction. The Diamond Club check-in lounge was under renovation and had been relocated to a secluded conference area. Water slides were periodically closed for repainting, and we experienced resort-wide power outages on multiple days during our stay. We were also disappointed to discover that the Cave restaurant experience now came with a mandatory additional charge of approximately $65 USD because a themed show had been attached to the dining experience. For an all-inclusive Diamond Club stay, these types of additional mandatory charges were disappointing. What makes this review difficult to write is that we genuinely loved Royalton Splash after our first visit. Our 2024 stay was everything we wanted in a family vacation. We were so impressed that we returned two years later, upgraded to an oceanfront Diamond Club suite and brought additional family members with us because we wanted them to experience what we had experienced. Unfortunately, they didn't. We understand that resorts undergo renovations, equipment needs maintenance and occasional service issues happen. We don't expect perfection. But the number of issues we experienced over the course of this stay—from housekeeping and room service to food-allergy handling, construction, amenity closures, power interruptions and constant solicitation—was far beyond an isolated inconvenience. The biggest disappointment was seeing how much the overall level of service and guest experience seemed to have declined between our September 2024 visit and August 2026. Our first stay made us want to return and bring our family with us. Our second stay has unfortunately made us question whether we would return at all. We truly hope Royalton Splash takes guest feedback seriously and restores the level of service and attention to detail that made our first visit so memorable.

I was expecting to have a high end experience given the elevated price for the property. The pool areas, including the washroom facilities were tired and not in good repair. At this price point I will pass on this resort and brand in future. Service was great however, no complaints there.

This hotel has everything you would want, even a water park for your children. The food is very good with lots of choices at the buffet and a- la- cart restaurants. The staff is very friendly and always ready to help. The rooms are fresh and clear with nice washrooms. Three pools and a very warm ocean. Please do visit with your family.

This hotel has everything you would want, even a water park for your children. The food is very good with lots of choices at the buffet and a- la- cart restaurants. The staff is very friendly and always ready to help. The rooms are fresh and clear with nice washrooms. Three pools and a very warm ocean. Please do visit with your family.

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 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.

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 service 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.

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!!

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

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 very 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 !

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.

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.

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

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 entertainment 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!

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.

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 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

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……..

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 sure the resort fulfilled our requirements.

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 entertainment, every single detail felt luxurious and well-cared-for. We cannot wait to return to this tropical paradise for our next vacation.

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.

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 for 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. ❤️?☀️

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 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.

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 but 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! ❤️✈️

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.

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

I loved it! Everything was clean and in good condition. The staff were very attentive, helpful and kind. The food was actually much better than I expected too! The beach was gorgeous and the service was top tier, I would highly recommend!

My first time at this resort. Can’t say enough about the resort. Room , pools , food excellent. I was also surprised that they upgraded my room. The staff is wonderful, very pleasant and always available. I really enjoyed the perk of experience and exploring the other 4 Bahía Príncipe, that was a luxury. Was able to book à la carte meals and they were delicious. Lobbies of all places were exceptional. I would definitely return.

We have no complaints about this resort. We were treated very well. The room was wonderful. The food was good. The cafe was great! The pools and waterslide and lazy river were bonuses. We will return.

The staff were always super friendly. Entertainment staff was great. Maintenance staff very courteous and hard working. Kitchen staff were always helpful and the food was amazing!! No complaints here!

Dreams Sapphire is a great family friendly resort. There are so many activities for the young and old. The staff were also very friendly and helpful. I could not have asked for a better stay. Although the beach had a lot of seaweed, the pools were great.

We had an Oceanview Jr. Suite in the Diamond Club Hideaway section (adults only). The hotel is close to the Cancun airport and easily accessible. The hotel is grand and contemporary in style, without excess bling. The spa is excellent as are the food options. The entertainment was less interesting, but the poolside afternoons were lovely. Great service from all. Unfortunately the beach was not attractive, with much sargasso, despite efforts to clean it, the water appears dirty.

The Zilara is a beautiful hotel. The lobby is expansive and has many seating areas including the bar area. While it is not air conditioned there are many ceiling fans. .Reception is just off the main lobby and is air conditioned. The staff are outstanding and many remembered us from our three previous visits. Our room on the 3rd floor overlooked the beautiful pool and the sea. The beach is one of the best on the Riviera Maya.. There are several dining options including the buffet which is open for breakfast. The food at Lola Cafe and Capri grille was excellent and the wait staff were very good.

My husband and I came here for our anniversary and it was perfect! The resort is beautiful and feels so romantic. The rooms are spacious and modern. The entire resort felt clean, the staff were amazing everywhere, so friendly and helpful. Based on pictures we knew this would be a great resort with the numerous pools and overall aesthetic. What really surprised us was how good the food was! Again, we expected decent food in Mexico compared to other all-inclusives we've been to, but the restaurants here blew us away. We loved that we didn't have to book a reservation, we could just go to any restaurant and we could visit the same one multiple times. We ate at Jasmine, Bordeaux, and Bluewater Grill - Jasmine (my favourite) was delicious if you like Asian food, sushi is a must. Bordeaux was my husband's favourite, the lamb was to die for! Comparable to high end restaurants in Toronto (where we're from), I also loved the creme brulee there. Bluewater Grill was good, but the food was not as amazing as the others, what sets this restaurant apart is the atmosphere. Being outside, feeling like you're in the jungle, it's very romantic. Drinks all around were delicious, so many margarita options, I think the only drink I didn't love was my mojito, but everything else was amazing. The beach was also much like the resort, beautiful, great food, service, and drinks. The shuttle did not take long, it never felt inconvenient. The seating there was very comfortable as well. We travelled in August, which is not busy season so I'm not sure if this would ever be an issue, but we never had a problem finding a cabana or somewhere to sit by the pool/beach, tons of those everywhere and tons of pools to choose from! If you wanted a quiet space or a more lively space, you could find it. I've been recommending to friends and family and I would 100% return!!

The resort over all was beautiful but unfortunately there were a few downfalls. I book for my family of 6 (3 being children under 9) to stay in the privileged room, we were suppose to get 2 queen beds and a sofa bed. When we got to the hotel they said they did not have any privileged rooms available with 2 queen beds for the entire week. We were than asked if we wanted to go to their sister resort in cancun which we declined because we had other family members with in another room. Due to the inconvenience, they said they would bring us an extra mattress and also an extra cushion for the sofa bed in our room, but was not given any of these. Also we wanted to book hibachi but again they said they were not able to accommodate 6 people for the entire week we were there.

A Truly Exceptional Stay Riu Palace Costa Mujeres is the kind of resort that reminds you why you travel in the first place. From the moment you arrive, everything feels effortless. Beautiful surroundings, impeccable service, exceptional food, and an atmosphere that makes it remarkably easy to slow down and simply enjoy being there. The beach and turquoise Caribbean waters are spectacular even though a little bit of problems with the seaweed, but what truly elevates the experience is the attention to detail. The staff are warm, attentive, and genuinely committed to making your stay memorable without ever feeling intrusive. The rooms are beautiful and comfortable, the resort is exceptionally well maintained, and there is an impressive variety of dining and entertainment options. Whether you want to spend the day by the water, enjoy incredible food, explore the area, or simply disappear into a lounger with a drink and a book, the resort delivers. What I appreciated most was the feeling that everything had been thoughtfully designed around one simple idea: relax. I have stayed at many beautiful places, but Riu Palace Costa Mujeres manages to combine luxury, service, atmosphere, and that unmistakable feeling of escaping from everyday life exceptionally well. Highly recommended. I would return without hesitation.

Stayed Aug 9-16 2026 at Ocean Allure Costa Mujeres and it was THE MOST AMAZING EXPERIENCE RESORT VACATION EVER! Absolutely stunning design every single detail well thought out! Other resorts need to take notes! The hospitality of every single employee was truly humbling and made the vacation that much more special but the special mention must go out to the FOOD!!! Most amazing cooks and the variety! Beyond impressive! Thank you Ocean Allure Costa Mujeres for such a wonderful experience! Looking forward to returning:))

The single one thing that truly stand out since we started coming to this resort is it's staff. They are all super cheery, friendly and helpful. Every time we visited, it feels like coming to visit friends. The food here to me, is better than other resorts around the same price point. We love the buffet and we had our meals at the buffet 90% of the time. what can I say, this is our 4th visit this year, and we're already booked twice in September. Oh, and one draw that keeps me going back to this resort, the nightly performance of Jon Apont in the lobby. He is such a talented singer/pianist! I never miss his performance while I'm there!

I just got back from a week-long trip with my parents to the Riu Latino (August 2026). The resort is impeccably clean and the staff were all very friendly and helpful. The pools are very nice and the drinks are great. The food is average, nothing spectacular but definitely edible and there is a lot of selection at the buffet. The only issue we had is that my mother has limited mobility and uses a cane, so we were unable to take advantage of the beautiful beach as it is a long walk in the sand to the beach chairs and to the ocean. People tend to stay up late at this resort and wake up late, so there is no need to wake up at 6am to go reserve chairs at the pool or beach. Even later in the day, there are plenty of chairs available by the pool (I'm not sure about the beach as I only walked down once), and usually chairs with shade are available. There are plenty of activities going on throughout the day, which is a great way to meet people. The resort is secluded, so you need to take a taxi, an Uber, or a tour to go anywhere. The resort has one shop but since it is so secluded, the prices are very high ($26 USD for a bottle of sinscreen), so make sure you bring everything you need. I would rate this resort 4.5 stars out of 5 and would definitely consider going back.

Rui Latino is a modern, very clean resort that provides lots of entertainment with an amazing staff who provide excellent customer service. The food was good but be found the choices of entrees at the a la carte restaurants to be limited compared to other resorts we've stayed at. They have large water slides and activities all day long and with optional trips with provided transportation to sister resorts for Riu parties. We found that it was a long walk to the beach so as I have reduced mobility I wasn't able to use it. We were there in August and it was extremely hot to the point that the temperature of the pools was like that of a hot tub. At a different time of year and for a young crowd this is a fabulous resort.

We have been too many many resorts and come back to the Valentin every time. The staff are truly wonderful people. The food beyond amazing. It is our home away from home. We have done couples, Sandals, Rui, etc. and always come back home just love it

We had a wonderful stay at this hotel and really enjoyed our experience. From the moment we arrived, the staff were friendly, welcoming, and helpful. The check-in process was smooth, and the overall atmosphere of the hotel was relaxing and pleasant

I will start my review from the welcome and the receptionist in the restore was excellent The room very clean and comfortable also the room service excellent The pools was great and clean and the beach was good and we appreciate the workers how they clean it. But the pool hours open they closed very soon should be close a little bit late. At least keep one pool be close late. The restaurant are amazing specially the privilege restaurant but the 2 buffet decent. I extremely willing to play mine gulf and tennis but unfortunately during the day is very hot and we disappointed is close at 5.00 pm so should be keep ad night open with lights and projectors! Also missing tennis table The support room was excellent The spa was a mazing but my our son very close to 16 years jut by one month for the spa and the gym age rule should be more flexible specially with the parents Another things bothering us the exclusive team very pushy and they call us few times in early morning few time I told them we're not interested but still they tried to explain to us !! But over all staff in resort are friendly and respectful you're a mazing resort

What an excellent experience for my family. The service, entertainment, shows, attention to detail, food, pools, water park, views, drinks and anything else I haven't thought of were excellent. My family would travel there again. We had a blast and did not want to leave. Thank you Maya Riviera Hard Rock for an excellent stay.

Grounds and rooms are clean. Food was decent however we were able to use Akumal and Tulum Bahai resorts aswell.which made the selections of food better throught the resorts. Pools we clean and warm. For some odd reason Saturday was mexican day and the resort was filled with mexicans but no other days on that week. Rooms are dated and needs updates, service is good however no poolside service and mixed drinks were hit or miss for quality. I would rate this place a solid 4 star.

We had a great experience at Ocean Allure. We have stayed in Costa Mujeres before at a family resort, but this adults-only resort felt like a much better value for the money at a similar price point. We booked the Prestige package because I was concerned about dinner reservations since there is no dinner buffet. However, the resort seemed to be operating at about 60% capacity, so we had no issues getting into any of the à la carte restaurants. But we probably could have booked the regular package and enjoyed the resort just as much. The food and drinks were excellent. The breakfast and lunch buffets offered a wide variety of options, with hot food that was actually served hot and tasted great. There was a nice mix of local Mexican dishes and more traditional European-style selections. The à la carte restaurants were outstanding. You could order lobster and high-quality steaks at most of them, which was a pleasant surprise. The alcohol selection was excellent, even with the regular package. Each bar had its own signature drink menu, which made it fun to try something different. Of course, the bartenders were also happy to make or customize any drink you wanted. The beach bar had a great selection as well. There was some seaweed along the shore and in the ocean, but it wasn't nearly as bad as in other parts of the Riviera Maya, so we were still able to enjoy swimming in the ocean. The pools were beautiful. During the summer they were naturally quite warm, but the large activity pool had the most comfortable water temperature. As Prestige guests, we received a complimentary one-hour visit to the spa, where we enjoyed the sauna and hydrotherapy circuit. It was a wonderful experience. You can also book massages, and Canadian guests can request a receipt to submit to their insurance provider, as the therapists are RMT registered. Every employee we encountered was friendly, welcoming, and incredibly hardworking. The resort was kept spotless, and we frequently saw managers walking around with staff, making sure everything was well maintained and addressing even the smallest issues. This isn't a large party resort, but there are plenty of activities during both the day and the evening, making it a great choice for both younger and older adults. We absolutely loved our stay and hope to return in the fall!

This resort is stunning. The grounds are very well kept and clean. The rooms are large and comfortable. We had a garden view suite that had a jacuzzi on the balcony and a huge tub in the bathroom.The bed is super comfy. Staff here are amazing. The food was pretty good. Our favourite was definitely the Hibachi! You have lots of choices for food. Unfortunately my only negative would be the nightly entertainment. They do have small acts in the main lobby area. But that is only for an hour. There are small shows on the family side but we found it a little crazy with so many kids. Over all this is a fantastic resort and I would highly recommend it if you are looking to travel to Mayan Rivera.

The grounds, gardens, pool area are beautiful. The beach has plenty of trees and beds. We were lucky that during our stay the sea grass was not unmanageable. However be aware that this area at times gets lots of sea grass washed on the shores. The resort made a lot of effort to clean it up. The buffet was average but you can always find something that you will enjoy. The a-la-car restaurants were very good. The hotel staff was very kind and helpful. Our room as large, nicely furnished and kept clean.

Had a wonderful stay at Sandos Finisterra! Exceeded all of our expectations! Grounds were beautiful, service was great and food was delicious! Special thanks to Joanna for all help during the booking process!

Beautiful beach clear water no seaweed which made us very happy, Beautiful grounds, eco friendly which was good and bad for me, we couldn't enjoy the lobby due to no air conditioner and no fan, so we were basically drenched in sweat, the food was very good and the employees was very helpful, I wouldn't go back to this resort ,but would choose a more upgraded resort next time...cozumel is beautiful.

Overall amazing, the only downside is the beach not usable. My kids would have loved the beach and it being so close to our room. We had to use another resort’s beach front which required travelling a bit. I would have loved to have the restaurants open even if it was not peak season to have more variety for the guests.

This is a good hotel. The food and drinks were good. Reservations at restaurants were sometimes difficult but we got to try them all. The grounds were super clean The buffet had a variety of choices. Our waiter Alberto was super nice and always waiting for us lol

Small so easy to get around - I loved that I’m not a fan of giant resorts. Buffet was great, had Italian à la carte and it was very good. Pool is great but typical loud - beach is very small and shallow would be great with small children - no real ability to swim it’s a tiny cordoned off area - but we walked quite far down the beach to number of other resorts, and they were very weedy. Great service other than check-in, which is always painfully slow for some reason at these places. A real benefit is that it is right beside the fairy dock so you can take a ferry so easily to Isla Mujeres and have a fabulous beach day there. If you’re a pool person, it’s a great resort seemed very easy to get chairs, etc. if you’re a beach person you really need to just go over to the island. It’s ok for a day or with small children but really limited

Positive Remarkable buffet experience Clean pools and beach À la carte restaurants great food Happy and friendly staff Clean rooms Negative Unable to change early pre booked à la carte reservations Leaking water from shower area, had to use towels on the floor to prevent slips and falls Shower gel / shampoo drinks were not replenished. We had to ask. Fridge not cooling properly.

Great food was offered at the buffet and restaurants. The rooms were spacious and very clean. Location is convenient to the ferry terminal. I would definitely stay there again. The only improvement I could suggest is to add ceiling fans in the lobby.

Just finished a week on the family side (non-Star Class) and wanted to share my thoughts. I've stayed at countless resorts, and this one ranks near the top for me. Yes, you need to get up early and play the towel game, but that's the reality at most resorts. It didn't bother me since I'm an early riser and enjoy reading by the pool. There are definitely a lot of paid "extras," but we didn't spend anything beyond what was included and never felt like we missed out. I can't really comment on the evening shows. After a full day in the sun (and a few drinks), they just weren't a priority. My son made some friends, and they had a great time hanging out at night. Restaurant rankings: Excellent: Sunset Strip Steakhouse / Teppanyaki / Indian / Breakfast buffet Good: Mexican / Dinner buffet / Guy's Burger Joint / Wood-fired pizza at the Italian restaurant Not my Fav: Sushi / Italian The lazy river was a great bonus, especially since the water stayed cooler than the pools in the July heat. I'd recommend bringing an inexpensive float from Amazon and leaving it behind for someone else when you head home. The pools were nice, the bars were great, and the drinks were solid. My only disappointment was that mezcal was surprisingly hard to find. We also did a snorkeling trip to Isla Mujeres, which I highly recommend. Rent a golf cart for an hour and explore the island - it's a fun little adventure. Overall, I'd absolutely return and wouldn't hesitate to recommend this resort. The staff were consistently friendly and helpful. We had an amazing week.

Love this resort! A perfect mix of relaxing and fun. I recommend anyone wanting some amazing views, good food and a bit of quiet to go for a visit. My only issue was the lower floors rooms weren’t our preference so we had to upgrade.

This was an amazing family resort! From the beautiful well maintained and clean hotel, spacious rooms, to the Most friendliest staff, amazing bars and bartenders, delicious food, best ribeye steak, chefs KISS ?! Lots of pools, for adults, kids and family, fun activities and a gorgeous beachfront! I highly recommend this resort!

We travelled as a group of 10 (7 adults, 1 teenager, and 2 children), and unfortunately, our experience at Ocean Riviera Paradise was very disappointing. From the moment we arrived, the service was poor. There was no warm welcome, no one to greet us, and no guidance on where to check in or what to expect. We had to carry our own luggage to our rooms, which was especially frustrating since the resort is very large and it was our first visit. Finding our room was difficult, and it was located far from the main areas. The same lack of assistance happened when we checked out. Even after asking staff about the departure process, we received only brief, one-word answers with no helpful guidance. The resort also appeared to be understaffed. While there were a few friendly employees, most of the staff came across as rude, impatient, and annoyed whenever we asked questions. Customer service was one of the biggest disappointments of our stay. Making reservations for the à la carte restaurants was another frustrating experience. Three restaurants require reservations (two online and one in person), but the online system only allows you to book for the number of guests in your room. Since we were travelling as a large group, it was nearly impossible to coordinate reservations together. Everyone had to log in and book at exactly the same time, otherwise we couldn't get the same seating. No one explained this process to us—we only figured it out by asking other guests and visiting the restaurants ourselves. To make matters worse, reservations can only be made between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. for dinner on the same day, making it feel like a daily mission just to eat together. Of the three restaurants requiring reservations, only the Italian restaurant was worth the effort. The steakhouse and Japanese restaurant were both overrated. The resort offered plenty of activities for younger children, but very little for teenagers. My 13-year-old son quickly became bored because of the many restrictions. He wasn't allowed to use the gym or ride the mechanical bull, and the bowling alley had long wait times because only 3 of the 6 lanes were working. The games room had outdated equipment, several machines didn't work properly, and there was very little variety. For a resort that advertises itself as family-friendly, it did not provide enough entertainment for older kids and teens. Another disappointment was the beach. During our stay, it was covered with a significant amount of seaweed, making it much less enjoyable to swim or relax by the ocean. While I understand that seaweed is a natural occurrence and not entirely within the resort's control, it definitely impacted our vacation. If the beach is one of the main reasons you're choosing this resort, I recommend checking the seaweed conditions before booking. The most disappointing part of our trip happened through the resort's excursion desk. Our excursion package included a complimentary shopping tour that stopped at a jewelry store and a tequila shop. I strongly recommend that anyone purchasing tequila there inspect the bottles carefully before leaving. We purchased two bottles of tequila, but the cashier wrapped them while we were still browsing the store, so we didn't have an opportunity to examine them. When we returned home, we discovered that both bottles appeared to be counterfeit. We immediately contacted the resort's tour representative, who told us he would speak with the store and get back to us. Unfortunately, we never heard from him again. Since we made the purchase the day before our departure, we didn't have enough time to return to the store and resolve the issue ourselves. This experience left a very negative impression and added to an already disappointing vacation. The resort itself was large, clean, and well-maintained, which is one of the few positives I can mention. However, the poor customer service, confusing restaurant reservation system, lack of activities for teenagers, beach conditions during our stay, and unresolved issue with the shopping tour overshadowed the entire experience. This was my fourth resort visit in Mexico, and unfortunately, it was by far the most disappointing. I would not recommend Ocean Riviera Paradise, especially for large families or groups travelling together.

Such a lively, friendly, and clean resort! Beds were comfortable, staff always friendly and willing to help with anything. Entertainment was constant of you wish to join in. Areas of peace and quiet if you didn't.

In late February 2026, my C/L and I booked our stay for 2 week and we were very pleasantly surprised by her Aunt and Uncle who came for the second week, we enjoyed the hotel and all the amenities.The hotel was in good shape, things were clean and well looked after. New construction was underway in the main lobby area of the hotel but it wasn’t an inconvenience at all. It was being done quickly and it looks like it will be a few nice additions. The hotel had nightly entertainment, the shows were pretty good. Vendors set up small stands in the main lobby every 2nd night which was nice. Very talented crafts people with a wide range of items.The food at the main buffet was very good with a wide selection of different kinds of food, different food stations, overall it was impressive. The different pools were nice, the swim up bar had a good selection of premium alcohol. Our room was on the 8th floor (top floor), our room had a huge jacuzzi tub and a great view of the ocean. There is a 8th floor only lounge that offers premium beverages, a small but tasty breakfast, very friendly bartenders. The beach bar was very busy, but the staff very friendly. The hotel is family friendly with plenty of things for kids to do. There were kids cocktails which were a nice change for adults if you wanted. The beach snack bar had hotdogs, burgers, fries, there was a Chinese buffet close, lots of people kept the place busy, the food was fresh and tasty. The different bars were all well stocked and bartenders and servers were all friendly. Our room fridge was kept well stocked. There’s a main lobby late night snack bar (10 pm-6am), the cook was busy but always had a smile. Fresh hotdogs, hamburgers/cheeseburgers and fries were always cooking. The beach area was busy, you had to put your towel on a beach chair by 5 AM most mornings or you wouldn’t get a shade umbrella. To get a shaded lounger at the swim up bar area was almost impossible, I was there one morning by 5 AM and everything was taken. There was a lot of “sea weed” in the ocean during our 2 week stay but it apparently was everywhere so no big deal. We had issues booking A’ la carte restaurants and issues with slow or broken elevators. Overall, we found the hotel to be a very good experience and we have recommended it to family and friends. We plan on returning in February 2027.

What an incredible week!!! Everything from the accommodating staff, to the tasty and flavorful food, engaging entertainment and the various outings beyond the resort explored....a time was had!!! Another bonus, my daughter thoroughly enjoyed the use of the Roller Glider and the teens area. There's so much for teens to do at this resort! It's challenging to find a drawback to the entire experience. If I were to pick something though it would have to be the beach. I really love to swim beyond a pool, and the unsettled water current was a factor as well as the seaweed accumulation at shore. Despite this, it's a solid ***** rating. I would highly recommend this resort.

I had high expectations for this resort, but unfortunately it was one of the worst resort experiences I’ve had. We arrived after being up since 4:00 AM to catch our flight and reached the resort around 11:00 AM. When we finally got to our room, the lights didn’t work, making the room unusable. On top of that, the patio offered virtually no privacy, as it wasn’t properly separated from the neighboring room. As two young women traveling together, this made us feel very uncomfortable. After reporting the issues, we weren’t moved to a new room until around 5:00–6:00 PM. Instead of enjoying our first day of vacation, we spent hours waiting in the heat for a solution. The replacement room wasn’t much better. The bathroom flooded every time we showered, and the safe malfunctioned and beeped throughout the night. The beach was another huge disappointment. The water was full of seaweed and debris, making it impossible to enjoy or even comfortably swim. We actually had more fun leaving the resort than staying on it. To make matters worse, it was my birthday weekend, and nothing about the stay felt special. We were also unable to book à la carte dinners at reasonable times, even though the restaurants appeared to have plenty of empty tables. The servers were friendly and hardworking, but the overall customer service and management response were extremely slow and disappointing. Between the room issues, lack of urgency, disappointing beach, and poor dining availability, this resort did not provide the relaxing vacation we were looking forward to. I have stayed at many all-inclusive resorts, and this was by far one of the most disappointing. I would not recommend staying here.

I’ve been to many resorts in my time travelling and hands-down. This was one of the best from food to entertainment to just all-around great atmosphere. I recommend this resort to anybody especially with kids lots to do on the resort and I will definitely be back.

This resort was what I expected from a 3 star resort. Nothing to fancy but all good. We had a great time. One thing that I would recommend is having my staff that can speak English. Entertainment could have been better.

We stayed at Hyatt Vivid Playa Del Carmen, the first time in this area of Mexico, and we couldn't have asked for a better holiday. Our room had a view of the pool and the ocean, and we enjoyed the balcony, hammock, and whirlpool tub. Service was excellent from room service to table service. The lobby is a great place to hang out both day and night, and the party continued to the 24-hour bar nearby. The pool and pool festivities were fun to be a part of or just watch. We would definitely recommend this resort and will return next time we travel to Mexico. Servers who stood out at Spice were Jose, Mario, Danial and Demetrio. Umberto in the lobby, Roberto at the pool and Chef Roldofo who made us a specialize vegan dinner and dessert at La Cabano restaurant on our last day.