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Grand Velas Riviera MayavsRosewood Mayakoba
Grand Velas Riviera Maya and Rosewood Mayakoba are both rated highly by writers. On balance, Rosewood Mayakoba ranks slightly higher than Grand Velas Riviera Maya. Rosewood Mayakoba ranks #1 in Playa del Carmen with positive reviews from 7 reviews like Fodor's, Afar Magazine and Gayot.
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
Rosewood Mayakoba Oyster Star Service Afar Magazine
Fodor's
Gayot Jetsetter The Telegraph Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
Ctra. Federal Cancun, Playa del Carmen 77710
From $965/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Oyster Kid-Friendly
"Rosewood Mayakoba is a gorgeous, peaceful retreat within the resort community of Playa Del Carmen, set on a mile-long stretch of beach." Full review
Star Service "The pinnacle of hospitality in Playa del Carmen, and a nominee for best Mexican hotel, this Rosewood property is a champion." Full review
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Child-care services are available on request.
Afar Magazine "Rooms, too, are spacious and have either tile or wooden floors, comfortable beds and chairs, and a layout and design that draws guests to outside spaces such as patios and balconies." Full review
Fodor's "From the moment you set foot on the palapa-roofed boat that brings you to your room's private dock, the Rosewood transports you to an exotic world." Full review
Gayot "A luxurious all-suite property nestled in the verdant Riviera Maya."
Jetsetter "Luxury all-suite retreat with personalized butler service, on a mile-long beach along the Riviera Maya." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"Located within the luxury Mayakoba complex on Mexico’s Riviera Maya, Rosewood Mayakoba makes the most of its beachfront and lagoon-side setting." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Just north of Playa del Carmen, visitors can indulge in the finest with a stay at Rosewood Mayakoba, where boats usher guests to their suites via winding canals"
Travel + Leisure "The Rosewood Mayakoba's suites feature heated plunge pools, so you can enjoy a relaxing dip while looking out over the coastline with a drink in hand."
Travel + Leisure "Rosewood Mayakoba features 129 suites, including two, three, and four bedroom accommodations and private residences. As far as dining, every meal was wonderful"
