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Grand Velas Riviera MayavsBlue Diamond Luxury Boutique Hotel
Both properties are recommended by writers. On balance, Grand Velas Riviera Maya ranks significantly higher than Blue Diamond Luxury Boutique Hotel. Grand Velas Riviera Maya ranks #3 in Playa del Carmen with praise from 8 publications such as Condé Nast Traveler, Lonely Planet and Star Service.
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
Blue Diamond Luxury Boutique Hotel Travel + Leisure Star Service
Fodor's
Gayot Jetsetter Afar Magazine
Km. 298.8 Carretera #307, Playa del Carmen 77710
From $326/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Travel + Leisure "The winning Mandarin formula—exemplary service, forward-reaching design, a first-rate spa—has taken root in a pristine Mexican coastal environment." Full review
Star Service "Located on 36 acres of lush beachfront adjacent to the master-planned Mayakoba luxury development, 10 minutes north of Playa del Carmen." Full review
Fodor's "Midway between Punta Bete and Punta Maroma, this all-inclusive resort is on the south end of Maroma Beach." Full review
Gayot "Classic attentive service is a highlight at this relaxing beach resort."
Jetsetter "Sophisticated all-inclusive amid lagoons, mangroves and beachfront along Mexico's Riviera Maya." Full review
Afar Magazine "The quality of service, food, drink. The rooms. The spa, the pool. I've stayed at a bunch of hotels, this is one of my favorites." Full review
