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Sherbet-orange and raspberry-hued villas dot this lush adults-only property, a popular destination for weddings and honeymoons. The brand-new Fresco Bar, housed in a palapa, mixes up tropical juices with fruits and veggies like mango, papaya, kiwi and cactus. On weekends, guests can attend candle-lit pool parties. The "Romance Suite" includes a bottle of wine, a terrace or balcony, Jacuzzi and concierge service at the resort's spa and restaurants.
You have to pay extra for top-shelf liquor and access to a private beach area.
Bring the kids here, one of Iberostar's five sprawling resorts with multiple pools. Swans and flamingos roam the property and small children will go especially nuts for riding the resort's working old-fashioned carousel, faux boulders, a lazy river and elaborate outdoor kids' play areas. By night, grownups can sip adult beverages and dance in the downright bizarre Star Wars-themed Galaxy Nightclub.
A chain resort of this magnitude probably won't throw you any curveballs. If a quintessential tourist vacation appeals to you, this is your spot. Some upscale restaurants and several pool areas aren't accessible to guests staying in the less expensive Iberostar hotels, including this one. It can be difficult to discern which areas are off-limits. An infinity pool and a swim-up sushi bar add to the sleek feel of this resort's recently renovated exterior.
Even the buffet offers gorgeous sea views through full-length plate glass windows. Two resorts exist here: The higher-end restaurants and bars including a new wine bar , some of the pools, and a VIP roof bar with panoramic ocean views and private outdoor Jacuzzi tubs are reserved for Grand Oasis guests. Each room has either a terrace or a balcony. The buffet food isn't anything special, nor are the rooms, which have chintzy red bedspreads and dated bathrooms. The spa resort: Grand Sirenis Riviera Maya.
To say the Spa Grand Sirenis is tech-forward is an understatement. Then sip complimentary orange, pineapple, grapefruit and green juices.
Three vast beaches rim the property, and three adults-only pools ensure a slice of tranquility. Ask about perks like the free yoga classes and an hour of free snorkeling and kayaking each day.
There are roped-off areas for VIP "premium travelers. The family-friendly resort: Sandos Playacar. Quirky American perks like a cupcake shop, a creperie, a bagel shop right on the beach that offers plus varieties and a teens club with a ping-pong table, pool table and foosball make the large Sandos Playacar resort a good option for both kids and adults who want a large-resort feel with the comforts of home. The adults-only Select Club section, on one side of the resort, is separate from the families on the other.
Like other Sandos resorts, this one is eco conscious: Elaborate eco-parks line the coast, giving visitors the opportunity to enjoy world-class amusement rides while also appreciating the rich natural history and indigenous cultures of the region.
All-inclusive hotels in this area tend to enjoy less development pressure, producing large, spacious resorts with a wealth of features and amenities while immersing guests in unspoiled natural surroundings. Here, we dive into a few of our absolute favorites. At the Grand Class, stylish suites feature modern furnishings and floor-to-ceiling windows opening onto private balconies with plunge pools and ocean views.
The Ambassador provides family-friendly, beachfront accommodations surrounding the large, free-form infinity pool, with casual restaurants creating Italian, Mexican and international dishes, accompanied by sweeping ocean vistas. The Grand Zen is set in an oasis of lush mangrove forest, peaceful koi ponds, and colorful tropical flowers. The wooden decks around the stone-tiled pools are filled with relaxing cabanas and sun lounges, and two restaurants provide fresh local seafood and exciting Asian cuisine in cozy dining rooms and relaxed open-air terraces.
For visitors looking to enjoy all the benefits of an all-inclusive resort without the accompanying price tag, the Grand Oasis Tulum delivers a first-class experience for less. Sleek, modern rooms are brightened by a welcome addition of fresh tropical flowers and they feature large TVs, coffee machines, and iPod docks. The adjoining kids' zone is filled with pirate ships, slides, and kid-sized sun lounges.
For parents, there are tennis courts and Temescal treatments in the spa. The traditional theme is apparent throughout the hotel, with natural-finish wooden pillars, terracotta adobe walls, and rough-cut stonework throughout the complex. The spa and wellness center features the first Thalasso seawater treatments in North America, as well as Mayan massage and body wraps therapies. Three on-site restaurants offer charcoal grill, gourmet fusion, and sushi and ceviche dishes.
No matter where you dine, be sure to take full advantage of the beautiful natural setting, with atmospheric alfresco dining terraces offering picturesque beach scenes. Guests availing themselves of the Endless Privileges program enjoy a host of extra benefits including sunset catamaran rides, private chauffeured airport transfers, spa therapies, and access to a nearby golf course. Just a short minute drive from Cancun International Airport and 10 minutes to Puerto Morelos, the Grand Residences Riviera Cancun is an easily accessible property that nonetheless retains a peaceful and secluded air.
At this family-friendly resort, kids under 12 stay for free, and a multitude of activities and amenities ensure a great stay for the whole family. Three hotel pools include a kids' pool, a large infinity pool with amazing ocean views, and an adults-only pool with swim-up bar.
There are countless outdoor activities available, from snorkeling and beach activities to tennis and bicycle tours. Couples looking for a tranquil, private, and indulgent escape should look no further than the El Dorado Casitas Royale. Polished wooden furnishings and natural-finish ceiling beams lend a gentle, traditional feel to the modern rooms, and the large bathrooms offer stone tiles, a double vanity, and a relaxing double hot tub with a romantic outside shower attached. The two-story villas offer private balcony pools and bars overlooking the grounds and beaches, as well as a generous wooden veranda with a thatched roof, white cotton drapes, and a soft double bed for star gazing during the warm evenings.
Meanwhile, swim-up suites allow for private access to the lazy river and swim-up bar in the palm-filled pool courtyard.
Located on a stunning stretch of pristine white sands, Secrets Maroma Beach makes full advantage of its enviable location. A huge infinity pool overlooks a sandy courtyard filled with swaying palms and tropical shrubbery which leads onto the private beach. There, guests can receive massage treatments while relaxing on shaded sun lounges and plush cabanas.
Spacious guest suites are elegantly furnished with carved wooden furniture, earthy orange and red color schemes, and private terraces with plunge pools.