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    Grand Bahía Príncipe Tulum

    2.3 (79 reviews)
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    There was so many bad experiences that I kept a daily log but when I posted it here it exceeded the maximum Yelp character length so I'll sum it up. Our room was outdated, and decorative pillows had a better time than we did (see stained picture). Mini-bar was a joke with a couple of room temperature sodas, water, and beer. Water from the shower poured onto the bathroom floor. The food in the buffet was bland (outside of the specialty restaurants which were great). They also ran out of food all the time and the kitchen staff DID NOT wear gloves. I witnessed several staff handle food without gloves. Poolside snack areas were bomb-dived by birds, especially the nachos. Poolside service was non-existent, mixed drinks tasted chemically. Spa: there were ads everywhere for discounted spa treatments but the spa itself does not recognize those discounts. The kiosk in the lobby had the promotion listed but it didn't work. Customer Service did not want to help until I started yelling "False Advertisement". At that point I asked for a manager who applied the promotional discount. Overall: we would never stay here again.

    Zahra T.

    Had the opportunity of staying here twice in the past. I love that it is quite a family friendly resort. It's a very large resort so walking around from one end to another takes a while. I thoroughly enjoyed the food here as well.

    Tiger Shrimp. Excellent!
    Conrad B.

    Visited Feb. 13 - 20, 2023 There's a lot to like about Grand Bahía Príncipe Tulum. I'm not really a fan of 'all inclusive', but we ended up here anyway and I'm glad I went. Overall, this is a really nice resort. There are a couple of negative points, but that's later. Despite it's size, any and all of the staff were very friendly and always willing to help with any situation or request. We did not get the room we signed up for (ocean view) but got a side view suite and a nice credit off the bill which satisfied us. (The ocean was in view, but mostly a tranquil 'jungle' courtyard with some really cool wildlife activity.) The suite had 2 full bathrooms, 2 TVs, 2 balconies, etc.) and was very clean and well maintained. I even felt comfortable walking on the tile floor with bare feet, never feeling grossed out. The bed and bedding was really very comfortable. (We like a firm bed and this (king) bed was just that. The sheets too were very fresh looking/feeling and offered a comfortable night's sleep. The food over all was good... very good even. It is an all inclusive, so most of the meals are in a large buffet halls, buffet style. (Obviously) A huge variety of all kinds of food was available at the buffet. Everything I tried was very good. You also get a choice of 3 ala-carte dinners at their restaurants (4 if you stay 10+ days) and the meals there were always beautifully presented. The 2 meals I posted here (shrimp and filet mignon) were really excellent. One other meal I got was less than 'yummy', but they tried to make it right. Wasn't happy, but you can't win them all. They do try to keep you entertained, with music, shows and free food, Zumba in the pool, volley ball in the main pool and on the beach, scuba or snorkeling diving and tours to the several Mayan ruins around the area. There are several pools (4, I think), the large main pool was always LOUD with music, not my favorite BUT my wife liked it... so we stayed. The other pools are more family oriented with mini water parks... but they are all kept very very clean. Let's see... what else...? Ah! The beach, the one big negative. Not a big beach and shallow, but the problem is the rocks. All I'm going to say is bring water shoes. You'll need them. As a side note... there's a market area about a 1/8 of a mile down the road, but beware. While there are some great deals we got scammed with some 'real/fake' jewelry, but PLEASE NOTE: that doesn't have anything to with the GBP Tulum resort itself.

    Bahia Principe Akumal Seafood Restaurant kitchen staff.
    Gary E.

    The resort is beautiful, a few feet from the ocean, great views. The rooms were comfortable and the service was outstanding. The specialty restaurants had great service but honestly, the menus need to be re-worked. The Indian restaurant served something like Indian food, the Peruvian restaurant was really sub-standard in terms of the menu. This is really a management issue, nothing to do with the staff. The presentations were good but the food itself was so-so, except the seafood restaurant - that was great. That being said, the main buffet was wonderful, the lunch restaurant was very good, the coffee shop was nice. The staff for children's programming were wonderful!!! I can't say enough about them. This is a classy and beautiful place with great service and a lot of activities. I highly recommend Bahia Principe Akumal.

    Ramiro Q.

    Stayed at the Tulum resort even though the staff was very friendly the Food and drinks are sub par (even though there are plenty of choices) especially the ala carte resturants Booked an excursion 1/11/2023 to Chichen Itza thru the Bahia website but was cancelled at 7:30 in the morning for a 7:40am pickup (woke up early and rushed thru breakfast) was talked into another excursion 1/8/2023 and kept this one 1/16/2023 on the chance Chichen Itza was open unfortunately my travel companion hurt his foot on one of their excursions (Buggy Tour) and couldn't do the walk Couldnt cancel or speak to any one because it was Sunday. Was told to fill out a paper as a formality and I would be reimbursed. After I left nothing was done about it and they give me the excuse that now they can't do anything about it They lied to me and stole my money when they told me (Mariana) to be a no show and that the refund was a done deal DO NOT BOOK AHEAD OF TIME THRU THE WEBSITE ITS A THIRD PARTY LINK AND A SCAM AND BEWARE OF COMING2

    How the door should look... see next pic to see how the door looked after we were robbed

    Me and my friend were drugged, robbed for our wallets, cards, money, jewelry and anything designer/brand name. We were at the pool when we arrived, got drinks, don't remember anything from there. Woke up missing all our jewelry and wallets, money, cards. Had bruises, on our bodies, cuts, and a huge gash on my neck from my necklace being ripped off. The door had the master key cover removed, so it screams inside job.

    Roaches on the room
    Jason S.

    This place is an absolute hole. They ate rude and way over charged.. it amazes me they have descent reviews on other sites.. rooms are way outdated..roaches beyond acceptable. Food sucks. Sergio the resort manager even agreed but said his hands are tied because his bosses are old dinosaurs and a holes. Yet he says he will fix problems but lies and only gives you mouth service till you leave. In America he's known as a liar. Save your money visit your local dump. Better service, nicer time.

    Parris J. W.

    Back in November, the gang took a trip to the beautiful, corrupt, drug pushing country of the United States of America. I'm joking, we went to Mexico and flew directly there and didn't stop in the states. I do recognize both pros and cons to all countries and DO NOT classify all Mexicans as cartel members, drug dealers, poor or lazy because that is simply not the case. Every country has a handful of individuals who just don't care and that's fine. We all can't be, Jane Goodall or Susan Sarandon. But what I did notice down in Mexico, (this is my second time in the country), is that the people work hard. They work long hours, with a smile on their face under arguably liveable conditions just to make $5 a day. It's very difficult to know whether going to a country like Mexico is worth it. If it's safe enough, if you're spending your money in safe place and not into the hands of the cartels. Who owns these paradise resorts? Where is the money we're spending going? Why are they only making $5 a day when they work so hard? These are all the thoughts that ran through my head when we were planning the Mexico trip as well as when we were flying down there. I want to contribute to their economy and give them the opportunity to work, but it's so hard when you don't actually see the money going to the places it needs to go. Then it makes you wonder if the cartels actually do more for the people than the government. It's a very complex situation and it's not one to take lightly. I mention this as we must be conscious as to where we put our money. But NOW.... on the actual review of the resort! It is freaking massive and also about 2 hours from the airport in I remember correctly. It was not close and I remember having to travel decently far. But 2-2.5 hours is NOTHING when talking about traveling distance and just being on a plane for x amount of hours. We bought a couple beers from the bus driver for $3 (USD) each per can. There is so much details that I could tell you about but this is a place that you just have to go to and experience. Oddly enough, I know about 7 individuals who have either been to Grand Bahía Príncipe or are about to go this coming spring/summer. It is most certainly a popular spot for Canadians and you'll find yourself running into people who live down the street to you back home. It is that popular. They have golf karts which transfer people from hotel to hotel to different areas and amenities throughout the resort. We stayed in Tulum ourselves and I found it beautiful. It was spacious and not overly crowded like some of the they resorts. I imagine the price varies depending on which section you want to stay in. They do have a Hacienda, which has a casino, bars and little local shops so you don't even need to head to 5th Ave to get gifts for your friends back home. You can also get a tattoo in La Hacienda or a hammock. I bought a hammock. There is a 24/7 snack bar available. I could tell you stories upon stories but I won't because every experience is different. What I will tell you is that the staff really does want to be there. They care and they make a solid effort. I was able to practice my Spanish, mingle and learn about their culture and the inside scoop of what it really is like to live in Mexico. I wish I was able to share all my experiences as it was life changing, but I cannot. Yes it was an all inclusive resort, but it was much more than that. It was a place where you can go to just forget about the problems back home and focus on the ones in front of your face. To be able to see a different way of life is culturally shocking and changes your perspective. The good unfortunately was very repetitive and probably from frozen, but that was to be expected. We weren't going to France to dine with the rich and elegant, we were going to Mexico to drink our faces off. Which we did. SIDE NOTE!!! There were a ton of British people, a couple from Africa, some more people from the UK, a handful of Americans and the rest were Canadians. A lot of Canadians. Conclusion: paid about $1,500 for all inclusive for 1 week. This is the flight included and everything. It's expensive but it's something that I think everyone should be able to experience at least once. Made some awesome friends who I'm still in contact with through Whatsapp. Definitely add it to the list if you're thinking about traveling! PS. Sorry there aren't a lot of pictures. There is no wifi anywhere except for the lobby. You can pay to upgrade to have it in your room, but why bother? Ended up staying off my phone 90% of the time!

    Sara R.

    PSA: Anyone who gives this resort anything less than 4 stars is out of their minds and a little nitpicky (no offense). Food: I've never tasted such great food in my life (and I'm a complete foodie). My boyfriend and his family are huge meat eaters and even for the Brazilian themed meat extravaganza, they still accommodated for me and gave me salmon (which was cooked perfectly) because I don't eat meat. Even for the restaurants with buffets, the food was amazing with such an amazing variety. Anyone who is gluten free: they have a section for you. Anyone who is vegetarian (myself): they have another section for you. Anyone who loves their meats: there's clearly a section for you. Cleanliness: these workers are working day and night cleaning EVERYTHING at all hours. They cleaned our room twice a day. They're constantly keeping the grounds clean and tidying up everything in sight. Entertainment: I don't even know where to start. I think it's hard to find yourself bored here. Don't get that confused with not having any relaxing, down time because the Infinity Pool and the beaches are great for that. But if you are the ready-to-go partiers like my group, you will have the time of your life. During the day you can be entertained by the Hacienda where you can shop and bargain, OR go to the pools with different activities every hour. At night they have live music and karaoke, welcoming all. They have the sports bar with billiards, fuse-ball, and other games. They also have the casino and later on if you're still ready to party, the disco. Workers: AMAZING. Karina, Christina, Carlos, and Jose were all amazing and welcoming entertainers by the pools. Florentino was a bartender at the lobby bar in the Sian Khan hotel and he was our favorite guy there. So generous and funny. They made the resort feel like home. They were one of the main reasons why leaving was so hard for all of us. If you get the privilege of meeting them, you're guaranteed to have a great trip! Summary: my group will be back because this has been the best vacation for all of us. ITS A MUST-GO-TO DESTINATION.

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    JW Marriott Cancun Resort & Spa - smoothie

    JW Marriott Cancun Resort & Spa

    (330 reviews)

    $$$

    Zona Hotelera

    If you visit this place it is easy to see why we need closed borders. It is nicer than ANY hotel…read moreI've ever been to. And what used to be "the world's largest telephone booth" would dominate ANY hotel in the USA. The people are overly friendly as long as you are not doing shady things. And with billboards offering services directly to your room and a hospital system where you only go if you're sick. The "grey area" is a pretty loose term. The entire hotel is illuminated with L.E.D.'s. The space is immaculate. It was 1/4 mile from the room to the lobby. The ballrooms and convention spaces are like a stadium. (Indoors or outdoors). The public bus arrives every (2) minutes and are often full. It is approximately .50 US to go 30 miles downtown. Just looking at the creative ideas a child could write a book . "This ain't Tijuana". The malls and beaches are protected by federal soldiers and the streets have checkpoints every mile. They obtain your information and destination. If something is off a militia is on alert. In NOLA people go missing all the time. They get discovered weeks later. Would never happen in Mexico . A drunk guy might get out the box, but it is very controlled. These citizens are: smart, efficient, implemented, hard working, drive excellent, fast, diligent, and gracious. It's like walking through a museum. Being from a popular tourist town known for food, this place is VERY advanced. Instead of lounging and hiding these citizens WORK to pass the time. If you need anything just ask a bartender. "Tip and pay, you'll be OK!" LOOK at the photos!

    Wonderful hotel! We stayed twice, three years apart and both times were fantastic!…read moreWe came here when my fiancé and I first started dating then again for our anniversary. Every single person that works at this property is out of this world! Kind, helpful and always going above and beyond to make things memorable! There's always a little bit of construction because they're renovating, so plan accordingly by calling with them to make sure the areas you want open, are open. The new speakeasy is super cute. We visited there one evening and have the best time and service! This isn't the same restaurant where you go to breakfast but at night is a Spanish tapas restaurant. Everything was fantastic but all the food on the property is really great! We especially loved to order lunch by the pool. All the cocktails are fantastic, even poolside! Rooms are standard JW with some of them recently updated with the others on their way to being updated. Yes, there is a sort of a musty smell in the air, but that's in most hotels. It's a very hard to keep those highly humid rooms from smelling a little musty. You just have to get over it and enjoy the time outside the room. Pools are super cute and the beach area is nice. There is an adult pool that is open during the day but wish it was open later! Lots of places in walking distance if you decide to venture out of the property but why would you need to! Easy drive from the airport and to the downtown or for departure to Isla Mujeres. We did not go to the island this time but last time we booked everything through the hotel and they made it super easy.

    Kempinski Hotel Cancún - Fuzeball and ping pong

    Kempinski Hotel Cancún

    (209 reviews)

    $$$$

    Zona Hotelera

    Prior to our arrival, we emailed the concierge for transportation to the hotel from Tulum. The…read moreemails were responded to in a timely manner and everything was as promised. Check in with Diego was a breeze. Although they did not offer us an upgrade, which could have been possible through our credit card partnership, he did let us pick a room from what was available. We picked 5044. The view was good, not a full ocean view but we did have a partial ocean view. The hotel and room were very clean. The staff was very attentive and anticipated our needs. I was very please with the hotel. It exceeded my expectations. If I ever return to Cancun, I would stay here again.

    We recently stayed at Kempinski Hotel Cancun for six days. We have been coming to this property for…read moreyears, back when it was The Ritz-Carlton Cancun, and it has always held sentimental value for us. That history is the main reason we kept returning. Unfortunately, for the past two years, our experiences have declined significantly. The hotel no longer maintains the level of service and standards we once loved. The atmosphere feels different, the staff are not as welcoming, and there is a noticeable lack of attentiveness and care. During this stay, we had a particularly unpleasant two-day experience at the beach regarding the setup of lounge chairs and umbrellas. Rather than going into every detail, I will simply say the situation was handled poorly and left us very disappointed. What was most upsetting was that no meaningful effort was made to resolve the issue or make up for the inconvenience. Even after speaking with Guest Relations, who mentioned contacting the General Manager, nothing improved the following day. No accommodation or gesture was offered, which was surprising given the hotel's luxury positioning. It is also noticeable that the property feels quite empty during weekdays, except on special occasions or long weekends. Even then, the warmth and hospitality we once associated with this hotel seem to be missing. That said, I want to sincerely recognize Valenzo, who served us daily. He was professional, kind, and incredibly attentive. We never had to ask for anything, he would notice small details, like refilling ice before we even realized it was melting. His service was outstanding and he truly tried to make our stay better. Thank you, Valenzo. You made a difference. It is genuinely sad to see a place that once meant so much to us lose its standard. We hope management takes guest feedback seriously and invests in retraining staff to restore the level of service this property was once known for.

    Hyatt Zilara - Guest Room

    Hyatt Zilara

    (281 reviews)

    $$$

    Zona Hotelera

    Of course. I only added Eddie into the service section and left everything else the same…read more I have gone back and forth on writing this review because there are so many things this resort does well, but overall my experience did not quite match the expectations I had from previous Hyatt stays. This was not my first visit to Hyatt Zilara Cancun and it was actually my amazing experience here in 2019 that started my loyalty to Hyatt. I am currently a World of Hyatt Discoverist member, and after my first visit to Zilara, we loved the Hyatt experience so much that we chose Hyatt Ziva for our vow renewal in 2022. Because of that, returning to Zilara was something I had looked forward to for years. First, the staff at this resort deserves so much recognition. My concerns are not a reflection of the employees because the service was consistently excellent throughout our stay. From before we even arrived to our final day, everyone we interacted with was friendly, welcoming, and genuinely wanted guests to have a great experience. Before our trip, Eddie reached out as our concierge and was extremely helpful in making sure we were prepared for our stay. He helped coordinate our spa services ahead of time and assisted us with securing a late checkout, which made our trip much smoother and more relaxing. At check-in, Luis helped us on the World of Hyatt side and was wonderful. He explained the changes and additions to the resort, helped us understand reservations, and made sure we had the information we needed. Throughout the resort, the service remained consistent. Even when I had a meal I didn't enjoy, a staff member at the teppanyaki restaurant was genuinely concerned, offered alternatives, and wanted to make it right. That level of care stood out. Our room was excellent. We stayed on the fifth floor in a corner room and it was clean, spacious, and comfortable. The bed was fantastic, and I loved the pillows so much I am actually trying to find out what kind they are so I can buy them for home. The bathroom was great, especially the mirror with multiple lighting options. The shower had great water pressure and plenty of hot water, which I always appreciate. The only thing I personally missed was having a bathtub, but overall I had no complaints about the room. The resort itself is beautiful and extremely clean. The pool area is relaxing with comfortable chairs, and it was never difficult to find a place to sit. The atmosphere is definitely more quiet and relaxing rather than a party environment, which can be a positive depending on the type of trip you want. The beach was well maintained, especially considering the seaweed situation during our visit. The staff worked hard to keep it cleaned up, and the things outside of the resort's control, like weather and ocean conditions, did not impact my opinion. The spa was absolutely phenomenal and I wrote a separate review specifically for that experience because it deserves its own recognition. The gym was also impressive for a resort gym. There was plenty of equipment, treadmills, a stretching/yoga space, and even a Pilates studio. I was hoping to participate in Pilates, but the class filled up quickly. I thought the fitness offerings were a nice addition. Where this stay fell short for me was the food. At an all-inclusive resort, the food experience is such a huge part of the overall value because you are eating every meal on property. When we visited in 2019, one of our favorite memories was eating at Pelicanos by the pool, so we were excited to return there first. We knew things had changed since our last visit, but unfortunately the quality and options did not feel the same. We tried several restaurants, and while the service was always great, the food itself was disappointing. The Italian restaurant felt very bland overall, although the bread service and tiramisu were enjoyable. The cacio e pepe and pasta dishes did not meet expectations. The teppanyaki experience also was not what I expected. I was hoping for more of a traditional hibachi-style experience, and the meat quality was disappointing. The buffet was fine, especially breakfast, but nothing really stood out. Room service was quick and the staff was friendly, but again the food itself was not something we loved. My favorite treat on property ended up being the ice cream at the coffee shop. The biggest thing I missed was having easy poolside food options. When I'm at an all-inclusive, I love being able to relax by the pool and grab things like quesadillas, ceviche, or small bites without stopping the pool day. The lack of that type of experience was probably my biggest disappointment. Drinks and pool service were great, and the staff did a wonderful job checking on guests. I personally don't drink alcohol, but it was clear they were attentive with beverages. Entertainment was limited compared to some other all-inclusive resorts. There were some activities and a few performances, but not the larger

    WOW This is our…read morefirst resort in Cancun and I don't think we will ever choose another one. FOOD Wow. We did our homework before our trip and saw Zilara Cancun had good/decent reviews about their food. Let me tell you, this is probably the best food I've had in a long long time. Top dishes for me are the octopus with mole and lobster tostada from Maria Marie. If you like/can eat seafood, trust me on this. The drinks are phenomenal as well. There are signature drinks at all the restaurants. Those are mostly hits but some are misses (depends on your taste buds) PRO TIP: sign up for alcohol tastings at The Den first day you get there. We did tequila and wine tasting. It was quite a unique experience. SERVICE I've never gotten treated like this in any hotel I've been at. Chef's kiss for sure. The bellhop/front desk usually can break your 20s/100s into 1s so don't feel the need to exchange pesos (unless you want to of course). The workers at the hotel (and around Cancun overall) takes USD PRO TIP: there are a lot of activities hosted by the hotel. Morning exercise classes are really fun and the night shows are just okay. The crowd is definitely on the older side that just want to come to Cancun and chill not party. From hearing the reviews, Zilara had the most amount of activities from various first hand reviews from our friends All in all, solid resort. You won't regret it!

    Live Aqua Resort - View from one of the cabanas facing the ocean

    Live Aqua Resort

    (463 reviews)

    Zona Hotelera

    My spouse and I had an absolutely wonderful stay at Live Aqua. The property is stunning, the staff…read morewas exceptionally attentive, and the food was delicious. The spa was fantastic, offering step-by-step guidance through the dry sauna, steam room, and both warm and cool pools-such a relaxing and rejuvenating experience. The hotel sits right on the beach with breathtaking views and features several pools, including one with a fun swim-up bar. Dining options were excellent, with several restaurants to choose from, including Mediterranean, Mexican, buffet, Asian, sushi, steakhouse, and American cuisine. Our room was fantastic, with a rainfall shower, comfortable beds, prompt housekeeping, 24-hour room service, and turn-down service. We also enjoyed live entertainment and a night club on the property, yet it remained wonderfully quiet when we wanted to relax. We loved the aromatherapy --it was such a thoughtful touch. The location is very convenient: close to a pharmacy, just across the street from a shopping mall with a mix of upscale and casual dining and shops, and only 10-15 minutes from Cancun's vibrant club zone. We couldn't have asked for a better experience.

    3 stars for overall experience. 5 stars for the staff. 1 star for the spa…read moreThis is a small, all inclusive resort in the hotel zone. It's across the street from a shopping mall. This is not a party resort. When we were there, there was a karaoke night and a DJ in one of their lounges, but it was never crowded and the events ended early or people just left early. The 1st room we stayed in was HORRIBLE! We couldn't sleep. There was a loud rumbling sound coming from the huge air conditioning units right outside balcony. Ear plugs did not help. We talked to 3 other people also complaining about the noise from their rooms also. We were so thankful to Eileen/Aileen at the front desk for moving us. She let us view 3 rooms that were available. We went from a partial ocean view room with a king bed on the 2nd floor to a garden view (actually just the alley with trees) with 2 queen beds on the 1st floor. There was no noise whatsoever! Yaaaay! The person booking excursions could be more friendly. He seemed uninterested and looked bored. Whenever we saw him speaking to other guests, he really looked bored or tired. ONE STAR for the spa. We arrived 15 minutes early for a couples massage. My husband was led to the men's side and I was taken to the women's side. The young lady leading the way, paused at the locker room but led me directly to the quiet room. I was fully dressed and had all my belongings with me. Everyone else was in robes. Why wasn't I given a locker to store my things and a robe to change into??? I was so upset and felt so out of place. When my husband met me in the quiet room he was as confused as I was as to why I was still fully dressed. We were led to the massage room and I asked AGAIN about changing into a robe and storing my things. One of the masseuses said I didn't need to. WTF? So I undressed and piled my clothes onto an ottoman. I could not relax. The music was too loud and inappropriate. Why are you playing music with someone singing loudly? When it was over, it took me a while to calm down. We paid for shit service?! We came back and spoke to Jessica at the desk. She was also confused and concerned about the whole lock and robe ordeal. She offered a discounted spa treatment the next day but we were leaving. I wouldn't have taken it anyway. Overall, the staff was AMAZING! Please recognize them! They worked really hard to make our stay enjoyable. Get to know the staff and tip them well. Thank you to Jose at Egos who made sure our hands always had a drink in them; Carlos at Varenna for the house special cocktails; Miguel who took care of us while we relaxed on the beachside cabana. He was so attentive, personable and funny. Alejandro at the poolside bar made us laugh, Israel at Azur for the honest feedback when we had questions about the dinner menu, and Cesar at Hidden Garden who helped us figure out what was what in the darkness of the dining area. One that note, why is it so dark at Hidden Garden during the dinner service? We had to use the flashlights on our phones to read the menu and see our food. Fernando at the Siete breakfast buffet was awesome! We watched him smoothly take care of so many tables. We never felt neglected despite all the tables and people he was tending to. Lulu (Lou Lou?) is AMAZING, FUNNY and ENTERTAINING! We were lost the 1st night we arrived. He stopped what he was doing to personally escorted us to Azur in the darkness, around all the pools. We ran into him several times during our stay. He always made sure we were ok and having a good time. His energy is unmatched! Thank you to Omar, from the Concierge desk. He welcomed us when we arrived and gave us so much information about the resort. It seemed like he works everywhere. We saw him at different places in the resort. Maryam from the Concierge Desk! She was an angel. She really listened to all of our concerns. She was so friendly and funny. Even when our stay was over and we were waiting for our ride, she offered drinks and food to take with us to the airport. She definitely put a smile back on my face.

    Hyatt Ziva Cancun - Festivity before dinner

    Hyatt Ziva Cancun

    (450 reviews)

    $$$

    Zona Hotelera

    Marie, Frank and America = the ultimate trio butlers to have during your stay…read moreWe ran into Marie more often and absolutely just loved her warmth and hospitality Everything here is everything you need. From beautiful sunrise to sunset, it's a must come. Mercado Buffet - (as pictured) the woman who was there everyday when I was there, was the bomb! Made tacos so promptly and they were so yummy. Definitely I looked forward to every morning! Habanero - Rafael M., we saw him on our last day. But never have I ever seen anyone so hard in such hot weather and be grateful to meet, greet, serve so many people and still put a smile on his face. If we went the beginning of our trip, I don't doubt we would have been there every single day because of him! The Spa - CESAR! Sofia and Sara are the people you need to cross paths. Cesar is the one who got us in. Never did he rush us, he wanted us to enjoy our time at the pool and he circled back with kindness. And that's the only reason why we committed to the spa! Sofia and Sara were our people at the Spa, and boy did they put in work! I felt so relaxed and decompressed at the end of our trip because of them!!! Tradewinds - Araceli, the one who made our last day special. I told her it was our last day, and she brought the whole staff to sing and had us wear a big sombrero! It was so heartwarming and it made my heart sink, and did not make me want to leave!! The French restaurant is also a must! Loved the potato leek soup and the lamb rack. The Italian restaurant had amazing cheese mushroom pizza! I've been to Hyatt Los Cabo's, and the one thing Cancun didn't have was to go boxes due to regulations. The dolphins are such a cute thing to wake up to and was such a nice thing to do for family and people! We stayed at the Turquoise building. Loved the bath outside the room! It was my birthday, and my boyfriend and the staff really made it beyond special. From roses to balloons, to cards, to the simplest reminder of all them knowing it was my birthday and wishing me the best. You will hear a lot of, welcome family or hi family. And by the end of the trip, you will really feel that they really did become your family. 100/100 recommend this place!!!

    I visited this lovely resort for my cousin's wedding and had a ball. This resort sits right on the…read morebeach and even has a dolphin encounter right on the premises. There are several restaurants with different cuisines and lots of fun activities throughout the day. The staff is so kind and accommodating, and my suite was beautiful. There are several different activities every day to meet everyone everyone's need from kids to adults. This place is ADA friendly and has a lot of water activities to choose from.

    Grand Oasis Cancún - Large pool, decent beach. The only things this hotel has going for them

    Grand Oasis Cancún

    (714 reviews)

    $$$

    Zona Hotelera

    Air conditioning is not consistent. The food is minimal lots of pork not many non pork, vegetarian,…read moreetc choices. English speaking is minimal. All inclusive is bare minimal. Closes early.

    Grand Oasis Cancun was the worst all-inclusive resort experience we've ever had…read more We booked this resort for our sons' senior graduation trip based on advertising that promoted it as a fun, energetic party resort. The reality was the exact opposite. Check-in took over an hour because staff claimed they couldn't find our Expedia reservation. Another person in our group had already paid for services through the resort's website but was repeatedly asked for additional payment. Our group spent an extra $1,000 on upgrades hoping to improve the experience. It didn't. The rooms were small, outdated, dirty, and not worth the extra cost. The food was terrible. We expected mixed quality based on reviews, but much of it was barely edible. Making dinner reservations felt intentionally difficult, and once we finally secured them, we were forced to sign agreements acknowledging additional fees if we were late. The biggest disappointment was the complete lack of atmosphere. There was very little music, almost no nightlife, and most activities shut down before 11 PM. We ended up leaving the resort almost every night so the boys could find entertainment elsewhere. What frustrates me most is how misleading the marketing is compared to the actual experience. After more than 15 years of booking travel through Expedia, I'm genuinely disappointed that Expedia continues to partner with and promote a resort that feels built around false advertising, upselling, and disappointing guests. We trusted the Expedia brand, and this resort fell far short of the experience it promised. Save your money and book somewhere else.

    Hotel Riu Palace Las Américas - View from room

    Hotel Riu Palace Las Américas

    (326 reviews)

    $$$

    Zona Hotelera

    Stayed at the resort for ten days. May 11th 2026 through the 21st. It is a bit of an older decor…read morebut it is very clean and there are workers always cleaning. The staff was very friendly and tried to help with our request. The room was a junior suite with an ocean view. It was comfortable and our room attendant did a great job. The king bed was two beds pushed together, but with some magic by the wife we made it more like one and were very comfortable. You can get a single king bed in some of the rooms. We were there with friends and didn't want be separated so we stayed with that configuration. I would try and get a room on the west wing. It actually looks to the east and you don't get the extreme heat in the late afternoon that the east wing does. We ate at all of the restaurants and our favs were the Black and White Steak house and Krystal. The Italian restaurant off of the lobby was good for a quick slice of pizza at lunch time. The buffet is like it is on a cruise ship and was good for most of our breakfast seatings. After a few days gets a little old. The staff was super friendly and hard workers. There is a 24 hour refreshment spot, but the food is only so so. Just for a quick sandwich or fruit. They do have a beer tap and a few selections of liquor available there for self service as well. The pool and beach area had plenty of chairs and umbrellas. If you don't see any available just ask and they will make it happen if possible. My complaint about the pool would be they close at 7:00. One small pool stay open until 8:00. Way too early for an adult only. I suggest if you want to do excursions to go straight across the street to one of the stands. If you know what you want to do they are a much better deal, but be certain you know where you want to go. make sure and get transportation included in your excursion. Also in that area there is the Bamboo Spa. You can get a massage for less than half at the resort spa. They did a very good job and were very professional. Not a "happy endings" type of place. Tell them you will do the massage if they throw in the fish foot treatment. Sounds weird but it was pretty nice. This is all inclusive for food and drink. The drinks are pretty light and when you ask for something other than the house liquor I'm pretty sure it didn't happen all the time. The best is to ask for the drink with a shot on the side, or better yet go to the bar yourself and watch them make the drink. It was definitely better and i was assured to get the name brand. Over all I would recommend this RIU.

    I called before booking and I was told that Any Rui Palace can go to the other hotels and use the…read moreamenities. No timeframe, no rules. 1. You can go to the other hotels but only until 5:00 pm. 2. Make sure you take a towel from the las americas hotel because the other hotels will NOT give you a towel. 3. Las Americas is an older hotel. 4. You have to check out to make sure you hand in the towel cards. Food: buffet is buffet. Breakfast is good. The Japanese restaurant is good. Make sure you check when the restaurants are closed.

    Grand Bahía Príncipe Tulum - hotels - Updated August 2026

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