Zoëtry Paraiso de la Bonita Riviera Maya

Set along the Riviera Maya on the Caribbean coast, this high-end all-inclusive resort is less than a minute’s walk from the closest beach and 33 km from Cancún.

Luxury 1- or 2-bedroom suites have free Wi-Fi, living rooms, terraces, and marble bathrooms with sunken tubs, as well as flat-screens. All also offer sea views. Upgraded suites add private plunge pools and/or butler service. There’s a private villa with a kitchen. Room service is available.

Airport transfers are included, as are meals and drinks served in 2 upscale restaurants, plus a beachfront grill, a sushi and ceviche bar, and 2 lounge/bars. There’s also a pool, a spa and a gym.

Palmaïa, The House of AïA

Reconnect with yourself, your family, and the natural world at Palmaia – The House of AiA, an all-inclusive health and wellness resort set on the white-sand beaches of Mexico’s Caribbean coast. At Palmaia – The House of AiA, balance, consciousness, sustainability, and personal growth and development form the foundation of an enlightening and indulgent beach vacation. While at the resort, you can:

  • Stay in the comfort of a spacious family suite with sweeping views of the Caribbean
  • Savor a series of delicious local, seasonal, and vegan dishes at the resort’s restaurants
  • Enjoy the peace of mind of staying in one of the first carbon-neutral resorts in the world
  • Indulge at Atlantis: The Spa in the Jungle, where you’ll be moved to reconnect with yourself and re-energize
  • Enhance your mind-body connection with yoga, sound healing, and meditation
  • Have fun for the whole family with swimming, snorkeling, diving, and water sports

Within the resort’s sumptuous grounds containing original dense mangrove forests, pristine beaches, and lush tropical plantings are the all-suite guest accommodations, four infinity pools, kids’ club, five restaurants, two pool and beachside bars, a library, health trail, spa, and wellness areas. These amenities make a stay at Palmaia – The House of AiA a more than memorable vacation – it’s a life-changing experience. Whether you’re a family seeking solitude to reconnect or a couple in search of more time together, or a solo traveler in search of spiritual and physical wellness, this resort offers it all in an eco-conscious, planet-friendly package.

Waldorf Astoria Cancun

One of Cancun’s next up and coming hotels is scheduled to open its front doors to their first ever guests in 2022 however, you can start to reserve your spots starting this November 2021.

The Waldorf Astoria Hotel by Hilton in Cancun is excited to offer its high-class luxury services to guests starting May 1st 2022.

Located on 100 acres of pristine and secluded Ancient Mayan coastline, Waldorf Astoria Cancun is set to be a unique combination of modern elegance and traditional rich Mexican heritage.

Although it’s not ready for the public quite yet, the hype is starting to rise about this new addition to Hilton’s high-end hotel portfolio.

Banyan Tree Mayakoba

This luxury beachfront hotel featuring Asian and Mayan-inspired decor is 12 km from the Riviera Art Gallery in downtown Playa del Carmen.

Sleek villas come with free Wi-Fi, flat-screens and iPod docks, plus private plunge pools and terrace/garden areas; some have spa treatment beds. There’s 24-hour room service.

Dining options include an elegant Thai restaurant with a waterside terrace, a chic Italian eatery, and private dining on a romantic canal cruise. There’s also a rooftop bar and an outdoor, poolside bar. Other amenities include a golf course, tennis courts, a spa and yoga, plus a gym and a kids’ club. Parking and bike use are free.

Grand Hyatt Playa Del Carmen

This sophisticated resort on Playa Marmitas beach is a 5-minute walk from the stylish stores and restaurants on La Quinta Avenida.

The modern rooms and suites feature floor-to-ceiling windows and balconies. All have free Wi-Fi, 47-inch flat-screens, minibars and coffeemakers. Club level rooms offer exclusive lounge access with complimentary breakfast. Some units have sea views, direct pool access, or private plunge pools. Room service is available.

Amenities include 2 restaurants, 3 bars, 3 infinity pools and a fitness center, plus a teen arcade, a spa and direct beach access. There are also 18 meeting rooms. Valet parking is extra.

Thompson Beach House

By a Caribbean Sea beach and surrounded by bars and restaurants on Quinta Avenida, this sleek hotel is 7 minutes’ walk from the Nuestra Señora del Carmen church. It also lies 1 km from Federal Highway 307.

Featuring furnished balconies, sea views and modern artwork, the warm rooms have free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minibars and safes; some add living areas. Suites come with standing baths; upgraded suites have outdoor hot tubs. In-room spa treatments and room service are available.

There’s a rooftop outdoor pool and a poolside bar/grill with beach views, as well as a gym. A sundeck has cabanas. Bike rentals and water sports are offered.

Andaz Mayakoba

Set within a lush resort complex with a lagoon, this upscale resort on a tranquil stretch of sandy beach is 10 km from Punta Esmeralda beach and 12 km from Fundadores Park.

Airy rooms decorated with local artwork feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and complimentary minibars, plus balconies or patios. Upgraded rooms offer beach or lagoon views. Suites add separate living areas and private plunge pools.

Dining options include an all-day buffet, a Latin American eatery and a beachfront seafood restaurant, plus a cocktail bar with snacks. There are also 2 outdoor pools, along with a hot tub, a gym and a spa. There’s also a kids’ club.

Unico 20 87

Set along the beaches of Riviera Maya along the Caribbean Sea, this luxury, all-inclusive hotel (adults-only) is 85 km from Cancun International Airport.

Airy rooms with handmade decor offer free Wi-Fi and minibars, plus flat-screens and Nespresso machines. All have private butlers, and decks with sea views and hot tubs; some have pools. The 1- to 2-bedroom suites add living rooms, and a seafront villa has a kitchen. Room service is available 24/7.

Meals and drinks are served at 4 restaurants and 3 cafe/bars; entertainment, and poolside and beachside service are also provided. There’s a spa, a gym, and an outdoor pool, plus beach access.

The Fives

Set in a complex of modern villas, this upscale resort on the Riviera Maya is less than a kilometer from the nearest beach. It’s also 8 km from Guelaguetza Art Gallery and 17 km from Xplor Adventure Park, which features ziplines and underground rivers.

Offering free Wi-Fi, the bright, contemporary rooms and suites feature private balconies and flat-screen TVs. Some suites have kitchens and Jacuzzis.

The 9 restaurants and 6 bars range from casual to elegant, and include a swim-up bar. Breakfast is provided. The 5 pools are connected by a system of lazy rivers, and the spa features holistic treatments and a kids’ menu.

Esencia Xpu-Ha

Set along a white-sand beach on the Caribbean Sea, this chic hotel surrounded by gardens is 2 km from natural pools at Kantun Chi park and 5 km from lively Xpu-Ha Beach.

Bright, airy rooms offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screens and iPhone docks, plus terraces and sitting areas. Suites add ocean views, open-air showers and/or plunge pools. Villas feature kitchens. Room service is available.

Amenities include 3 restaurants, 2 bars and a private area on the beach, plus indoor and outdoor pools. There’s also a spa area with hot tubs, a fitness center and a juice bar. Breakfast and parking are available.