Riviera Maya Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Our pick of the best Riviera Maya Hotel Deals

Ocean Maya Royale - Adults Only -  All Inclusive

Ocean Maya Royale - Adults Only - All Inclusive

5 out of 5
Carretera Federal Chetumal, km. 299, Playa del Carmen, QROO
The price is AU$365 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
AU$365
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury property in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,299 reviews)
"This is a good resort for what it is, I would say they need more food areas and longer bar services."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Ocean Maya Royale - Adults Only - All Inclusive
BlueBay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive

BlueBay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Carretera Federal Chetumal, Puerto Juarez Km. 300, Playa del Carmen, QROO
The price is AU$242 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
AU$242
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
6.4/10 (1,223 reviews)
"Very beautiful nice staff"

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

BlueBay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive
Hyatt Zilara Riviera Maya Adults Only All Inclusive

Hyatt Zilara Riviera Maya Adults Only All Inclusive

4.5 out of 5
Carretera Federal 387 Chetmal Cancun, Km 299, Playa del Carmen, QROO
The price is AU$600 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$600
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury property in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (915 reviews)
"This is a property worth revisiting. We came same time last year, last week of July. Had such a wonderful time we came back this year. The staff is so accommodating and sincere. The property is serene, relaxing, and easy to navigate. The food is divine and delicious and the beaches are ..."

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Hyatt Zilara Riviera Maya Adults Only All Inclusive
Blue Diamond Luxury Boutique - All Inclusive - Adults Only

Blue Diamond Luxury Boutique - All Inclusive - Adults Only

5 out of 5
Km. 298.8 Carretera #307, Pto Juarez, Playa del Carmen, QROO
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$440 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
AU$440
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury property in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (900 reviews)
"This hotel is a gem and I wished my family and I had more than 5 days to stay. The staff are wonderful, the rooms are beautiful (ours had a patio pool and double showers in the bathrooms), the spa facilities are really worth mentioning (any guest can use them regardless of whether you are getting ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

Blue Diamond Luxury Boutique - All Inclusive - Adults Only
Occidental at Xcaret Destination - All Inclusive

Occidental at Xcaret Destination - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Carretera Federal 307, KM 282, Chetumal a Puerto Juarez, Xcaret, Playa del Carmen, QROO
The price is AU$366 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
AU$366
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and 7 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (4,648 reviews)
"Grounds were beautiful with lush green vegetation, animals roaming (monkeys, deer, birds, lizards), ruins, large pools, small beach. Dinning options were good at a la carte restaurants. We made reservations as soon as we arrived and were able to dine at Hacienda, Steak house, Los Olivos and Oriental ..."

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

Occidental at Xcaret Destination - All Inclusive
Excellence Riviera Cancun - Adults Only All Inclusive

Excellence Riviera Cancun - Adults Only All Inclusive

5 out of 5
Carr. Federal 307 Chet-Pto. Juarez, Km 324 - 342, Mza. 7, Lt. 1, SM 11, Puerto Morelos, QROO
Stay at this 5-star luxury property in Puerto Morelos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 6 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,744 reviews)
"Amazing everyone was nice"

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Excellence Riviera Cancun - Adults Only All Inclusive
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Riviera Maya

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The Fives

The Fives might not have many top sights, but Playa Xcalacoco and Gran Coyote Golf are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

The Fives
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Corasol

Though Corasol may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Gran Coyote Golf and Playa Xcalacoco.

Corasol
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Nicte-Ha

While Nicte-Ha may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Punta Esmeralda Beach and Gran Coyote Golf.

Nicte-Ha
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Maroma

Maroma is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Maroma Beach and Paradise Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Playa del Carmen.

Maroma
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Mundo Hábitat

Though Mundo Hábitat may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like 28 de Julio Square and Gran Coyote Golf.

Mundo Hábitat
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Luis Donaldo Colosio

4/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Luis Donaldo Colosio, Punta Esmeralda Beach and Mamitas Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Luis Donaldo Colosio

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