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Grand Velas Riviera MayavsMaroma, A Belmond Hotel, Riviera Maya
Grand Velas Riviera Maya and Belmond Maroma Resort & Spa are both highly recommended by expert writers. On balance, Grand Velas Riviera Maya scores significantly better than Belmond Maroma Resort & Spa. Grand Velas Riviera Maya scores 90 with accolades from 8 reviews such as The Telegraph, Jetsetter and Lonely Planet.
Grand Velas Riviera Maya
Jetsetter
Oyster
Travel + Leisure
Condé Nast Traveler
Star Service
Afar Magazine
The Telegraph
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Carretera Cancun Tulum Km. 62, Municipio de Solidaridad, Quintana Roo, Playa del Carmen 77710
From $961/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Jetsetter "All-inclusive resort near Playa Del Carmen with luxurious accommodations for family, business and romantic vacationers." Full review
Oyster All-Inclusive
"The Grand Velas -- set on over 80 acres of mangroves that meet a postcard-perfect beach of white sand and turquoise waters -- is one of Riviera Maya’s most sophisticated properties." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The activities desk will arrange an excursion to the Rio Secreto, a recently discovered underground river and cave system (four-hour trips from $69)." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "At this "modern, beautifully designed beachfront all-inclusive," the light-blue and turquoise exterior reflects the waterfront setting, while the curved architecture mimics the waves." Full review
Star Service "This hotel posts some of the highest all-inclusive rates to be found along the Riviera Maya. That many of its guests are happy to pay is indicative of the quality that runs throughout this over-the-top resort." Full review
Afar Magazine "The AAA Five-Diamond Grand Velas Riviera Maya features 491 spacious suites boasting sweeping views of the shimmering Caribbean Sea or lush jungle vegetation." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"This resort is a true goliath with 531 rooms spread across a 200-acre beachside plot, six restaurants, two huge gyms and seven bars." Full review
Frommer's "Wows guests with award-winning restaurants, an outstanding spa, and suites worthy of a world-class hotel...the jungle setting adds a sense of peaceful seclusion." Full review
Lonely Planet "The mother of all beach resorts, the sprawling Grand Velas boasts one of the best spas on the coast; an azure, free-form infinity pool... and the list goes on." Full review
Maroma, A Belmond Hotel, Riviera Maya Star Service
Fodor's Jetsetter Oyster Afar Magazine Travel + Leisure
Highway 307, Kilometer 51, Solidaridad, Playa Maroma, Playa del Carmen 77710
From $575/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Star Service "Maroma is a delicious slice of Mexicana that flaunts the fast-disappearing art of vacationing in the Yucatan." Full review
Fodor's "Connecting jungle and beach, a labyrinth of paths threads through the grounds at this elegant Mayan-themed hotel, where butterflies and parrots fly and the scent of flowers fills the air." Full review
Jetsetter "Dreamy Riviera Maya escape with beach beds made for two, a spa, two restaurants and views across the bay." Full review
Oyster4.0
"This upscale 65-room boutique between Playa del Carmen and Puerto Morelos has a beautiful setting on a white-sand beach, amid a jungle preserve." Full review
Afar Magazine "Tucked into the scenic shores of the Riviera Maya, the boutique Belmond Maroma Resort and Spa beckons with 33 suites, 33 guestrooms and a Maya-style spa offering the unusual temazcál ceremony." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Our lobby welcomes guests with traditionally patterned Mayan pots...guests of Maroma can also enjoy panoramic Caribbean Sea views. The resort has added 10 one- and two-bedroom suites"
