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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Ocean Maya Royale - Adults Only - All Inclusive	5.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 2,798 reviews	View
Hyatt Zilara Riviera Maya Adults Only All Inclusive	4.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,053 reviews	View
Blue Diamond Luxury Boutique - All Inclusive - Adults Only	5.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 959 reviews	View
Hacienda Tres Rios Resort, Spa & Nature Park-All Inclusive	4.5 star property	6.8 32 reviews	View
BlueBay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive	4.0 star property	6.6 1,252 reviews	View

Where to stay in Riviera Maya

Find the best Riviera Maya areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Beautiful beach at Caribbean sea in Playa del Carmen, Mexico.

Playacar

Amazing beaches great entertainment and top sights from Playa del Carmen Main Beach to Playacar Golf Club – discover Playacar, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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Downtown Playa del Carmen

If you're spending some time in Downtown Playa del Carmen, Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Quinta Avenida are top sights worth seeing.

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Aerial view of the Akumal Bay in Quintana Roo, Mexico. Caribbean Sea, coral reef, top view. Beautiful tropical paradise beach

Gonzalo Guerrero

If you're spending some time in Gonzalo Guerrero, Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Quinta Avenida are top sights worth seeing.

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Playa del Carmen beach palapa in Riviera Maya Caribbean at Mayan Mexico

Playa del Carmen Centro

A noteworthy feature of Playa del Carmen Centro is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal.

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Maroma

Maroma is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Maroma Beach and Paradise Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Playa del Carmen.

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Top Riviera Maya Hotel Reviews

Wyndham Alltra Playa del Carmen Adults Only All Inclusive

8/10 Good

"THE FOOD WAS AMAZING.I thought my stay was amazing. I stayed there for over 4 days and realized what it means to be at an all inclusive resort. However, they had signs in the room that they do laundry service and you realize how important laundry service is when your sweating alot but they said they cancelled that service. Another thing was when I switched tables during the buffet service in the hotel, the hostess at the time questioned why I had done that like it was a big deal. Also, the person serving drinks seemed shocked I was there. I feel like people meeting new people and wanting to sit with others is normal at an adults only resort. Hands down the best worker I ran into the was the activities person. He led the water volleyball and water aquatics. Amazing personality. Also, the maid service was amazing. She organized everything."

Excellence Riviera Cancun - Adults Only All Inclusive

4/10 Poor

"First off, it’s a nice resort and pretty much everything is included in the price. So if that’s your bag, don’t let the following put you off. My wife and I stayed for our honeymoon and were disappointed. Firstly, the food was generally quite basic/poor (with very few decent options for vegetarians/vegans) and there was a weird tendency towards either steak or shrimp, which seemed to dominate. Secondly, there was an off-putting culture of basically trying to upsell the whole time e.g. I ordered a glass of wine in the French restaurant, to which the waiter ‘recommended’ that I have the bottle (I said no thanks, and the vintner did it again later on). This behaviour was similar for services such as transfers, etc. Thirdly, there was an obnoxiousness from some guests that spoiled things. On one night we were awoken at 4am by a bunch of people speaking loudly on an adjacent balcony, and the general culture seemed to be to drink a lot of cocktails and get rowdy. Appreciate that’s not everybody but it was enough to impact us. As a resort that bills itself as ‘luxury’, it felt a bit showy, with more emphasis on volume and alcohol than genuine quality. The staff were very helpful and friendly, although as I’ve said this was called into question when I refused to be upsold."

Hotel Xcaret Arte – All Parks / All Fun Inclusive, Adults Only

6/10 Okay

"The hotel was okay, nothing out of the ordinary. I think it is very overpriced for what they offer. The gym didn’t even have something as basic as cold water, and the coffee machine in the room had small insects in it. There wasn’t much variety of drinks available — only basic options — compared to other hotels I have stayed at before, where I paid much less than for this hotel. Overall, this hotel was not what I expected for the price I paid."

Ocean Riviera Paradise All Inclusive

8/10 Good

"Overall, the trip was pretty good. The food was all inclusive, but some restaurants were better than others. It was hard to get salt. With it being seaweed season, the staff did a pretty good job with cleaning so we could enjoy the beach. The restaurant schedule for some places were off so when they were supposed to be open, they were closed which restricted dining options if you weren’t staying in Privilege. The gym was nice but my sister was told she had to wear sneakers to come in, but while I worked out later, 2 men were in there without sneakers. The cleaners towards the second half of our trip were phenomenal! Absolutely stunning, and the waiters and bartenders were kind. We loved having the pool outside our room! We got in every day and the disco was definitely my favorite amenity! We got to dance and drink knowing we weren’t far from our room. There was an adults only part of the resort and next time I’d like to explore that side more."

Devossion By Live Aqua Playa del Carmen All Inclusive - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff, pleasant atmosphere, relaxing spa, great massage, clean room, nice restaurants w interesting food choices. A wonderful experience until our 3rd visit to Carnivore where I was told I could not be seated w my open toe leather sandals on! This was our favorite dinner spot.My manicured toes had not been a problem previously.Tonight the hostess had been told by one of the male staff not to seat me. I regret not getting his name but the manager is aware of the incident. I am a mature woman who dresses nicely and appropriately for all occasions. My husband was seated while I went to put on silly tennis shoes because ALL of my sandals were open toe—as expected at a beach resort in the summer time. I returned & found him at a bad table next to a couple who both had on sandals with toes out. The man had on flip flops. I sat & watched other couples come in w flip flop & other sandals on.Clearly I was singled out by the supervisor at the door who instructed the hostess.He witnessed me get turned away & was still there when I returned-smug look on his face. My filet mignon was not the previous tender tasty cuts I had twice before. Our personal waiters were all VERY friendly & courteous—no complaints there. I looked around & saw I was surrounded by customers w toes out.I finally became so upset left! I am an attractive well dressed black woman who was clearly singled out that night by a bad supervisor who ruined my night & should be fired.But for him-great restaurant!"

BlueBay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive

6/10 Okay

"During my stay, I noticed several areas that require improvement: • The sea water and beach area need regular cleaning to ensure a pleasant and safe environment for guests. • The room furniture is outdated and should be replaced or renovated to provide more comfort. • The bathtub design is inconvenient, as it requires lifting the leg very high to get in, which is uncomfortable and potentially unsafe. • The food variety was limited, and there were no exotic fruits available, which was disappointing. • More umbrellas on the beach should be provided to give guests enough shade. • The presence of wild animals roaming around the hotel grounds is concerning. They first go through the trash bins and then enter the restaurant area where people eat. This is unhygienic and could lead to health issues. Overall, the hotel has potential, but these issues need to be addressed to improve the guest experience."

Frequently asked questions

What is Riviera Maya like?

Travellers to Playa del Carmen's Riviera Maya neighbourhood will be sure to enjoy a stay here. Consider a visit to Tres Rios Ecopark as part of your Riviera Maya travel plans.

What's the best accommodation in Riviera Maya?

Based on our traveller data, Ocean Maya Royale - Adults Only - All Inclusive is one of the top choices for your stay in Riviera Maya. This property offers 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include Hyatt Zilara Riviera Maya Adults Only All Inclusive and BlueBay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive.

How many hotels will I be able to find in the Riviera Maya area?

When you want to put your feet up after a day of exploring the sights in Playa del Carmen, you can choose from 19 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Riviera Maya.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Riviera Maya, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals in Riviera Maya.

What are the top things to see and do in Riviera Maya?

Tres Rios Ecopark is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Riviera Maya. While you're out sightseeing, El Camaleón Mayakoba Golf Course and Moc-Che (diving site) are a couple of additional sights to visit in Playa del Carmen.

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Ocean Maya Royale - Adults Only - All Inclusive

Hacienda Tres Rios Resort, Spa & Nature Park-All Inclusive

Hyatt Zilara Riviera Maya Adults Only All Inclusive

Blue Diamond Luxury Boutique - All Inclusive - Adults Only

BlueBay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive

Hotel Playa Azul Cozumel

InterContinental Presidente Cozumel Resort Spa by IHG

El Dorado Maroma, All & More Inclusive - Adults Only

The Fives Oceanfront Riviera Maya - All Inclusive Optional

Grand Residences Riviera Cancún All Inclusive

Valentin Imperial Rivera Maya All Inclusive - Adult Only

Margaritaville Island Reserve Riviera Maya - An Adults Only All Inclusive

Blue Angel Resort

Hotel B Cozumel

Petit Lafitte Beachfront Hotel & Bungalows

Hotel Plaza Cozumel

Cozumel Hotel & Resort - All Inclusive

Generations Riviera Maya Oceanfront Family Resort, All & More Inclusive

Rosewood Mayakoba

Jungala Hotel at VidantaWorld Riviera Maya

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Where to stay in Riviera Maya

Playacar

Downtown Playa del Carmen

Gonzalo Guerrero

Playa del Carmen Centro

Maroma

Top Riviera Maya Hotel Reviews

Wyndham Alltra Playa del Carmen Adults Only All Inclusive

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