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BlueBay Grand EsmeraldavsIberostar Quetzal
Both BlueBay Grand Esmeralda and Iberostar Quetzal Playacar are endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, BlueBay Grand Esmeralda ranks marginally better than Iberostar Quetzal Playacar. BlueBay Grand Esmeralda comes in at 79 with praise from 3 sources such as Oyster, Jetsetter and Star Service.
BlueBay Grand Esmeralda
Jetsetter
Star Service
Oyster
Carretera Federal Chetumal- Puerto Juarez km 300, Camino a la Pileta, Playa del Carmen 77710
From $196/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Jetsetter "All-inclusive enclave with three pools, six restaurants and a stand-out spa near Playa del Carmen." Full review
Star Service "This enormous all-inclusive hotel, set on 180 acres, is located 35 minutes (69 kilometers) south of the Cancun International Airport." Full review
Oyster Upper-middle-range
"The upper-middle-range hotel has a lot to offer for families and couples who are looking for a low-maintenance beach vacation at a good price." Full review
Iberostar Quetzal Star Service Oyster
Fodor's
Av Xaman-Ha. Lote hotelero No. 2, Playa del Carmen 77710
From $218/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Star Service "Overall, this a crisp, professional operation with a congenial staff, adept management and a housekeeping crew that does its job better than most in keeping this place clean and sanitary." Full review
Oyster Upper-middle-range
"The 350-room Iberostar QuetzalPlayacar is an all-inclusive, family-friendly beach resort located at thesouthern end of Playa del Carmen, and it shares facilities with the Iberostar Tucan Hotel." Full review
Fodor's "This unique all-inclusive resort has preserved its natural surroundings—among the resident animals are flamingos, turtles, toucans, peacocks, and monkeys." Full review
