Riviera Maya Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Tulum Mayan Ruins which includes a ruin
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Riviera Maya which includes a small town or village and heritage architecture

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Where to stay in Riviera Maya

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Playacar

5/5(4 area reviews)

Amazing beaches great entertainment and top sights from Playa del Carmen Main Beach to Playacar Golf Club – discover Playacar, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Playacar
Cozumel which includes a sandy beach and tropical scenes

Downtown Playa del Carmen

4/5(2 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Downtown Playa del Carmen, Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Quinta Avenida are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Playa del Carmen
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Riviera Maya

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Riviera Maya and surrounding area, you can visit Tres Rios Ecopark and El Camaleón Mayakoba Golf Course.

Riviera Maya
Tulum Mayan Ruins which includes a ruin

Zona Hotelera

Travellers to Zona Hotelera praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Tulum Beach and Tulum Mayan Ruins.

Zona Hotelera
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Playacar Zona Hotelera

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Playacar Zona Hotelera. A stop by Playacar Beach or Piste Cyclable sur Paseo Xaman-Ha might round out your trip.

Playacar Zona Hotelera
Cozumel which includes a sandy beach and tropical scenes

Gonzalo Guerrero

4/5(16 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Gonzalo Guerrero, Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Quinta Avenida are top sights worth seeing.

Gonzalo Guerrero
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$831 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
AU$831
12 Aug - 13 Aug
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! (4,555 reviews)
Great but be ready to walk alot.
"Rooms are a little too far apart from lobby and restaurants and golf carts that take you back and forward stop early at night. Also lobby to rooms roads are a little roo dark."

Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025

Occidental at Xcaret Destination - All Inclusive
Hotel Xcaret Arte – All Parks / All Fun Inclusive, Adults Only

Hotel Xcaret Arte – All Parks / All Fun Inclusive, Adults Only

5 out of 5
Carr. Chetumal - Puerto Juárez Km. 282, Playa del Carmen, QROO
The price is AU$1,279 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
AU$1,279
18 Aug - 19 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 and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,339 reviews)
"Amazing amazing amazing"

Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025

Hotel Xcaret Arte – All Parks / All Fun Inclusive, Adults Only
Hotel Xcaret Mexico - All Parks / All Fun Inclusive

Hotel Xcaret Mexico - All Parks / All Fun Inclusive

5 out of 5
Carr. Chetumal - Puerto Juarez Km. 282, Playa del Carmen, QROO
The price is AU$1,755 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
AU$1,755
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury property in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and 15 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,227 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel-beautiful campus and bountiful pools. We loved it!"

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Hotel Xcaret Mexico - All Parks / All Fun Inclusive
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Otonomus Tulum

Otonomus Tulum

4.5 out of 5
Calle 71 sur mz 699 L1 004, Tulum, QROO
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Tulum. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite spa services, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Tulum Beach and Tulum Mayan ...
9/10 Wonderful! (85 reviews)
"Amazing stay! Thank you!!"

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Otonomus Tulum
Loch Tulum Condos by BUnik

Loch Tulum Condos by BUnik

4 out of 5
La Veleta, Tulum, QROO
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Tulum. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Tulum Mayan Ruins and Tulum Beach ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (101 reviews)
"All very good"

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Loch Tulum Condos by BUnik
BESPOKE, member of Small Luxury Hotels

BESPOKE, member of Small Luxury Hotels

4.5 out of 5
Tankah 3, Cdad., M3 L-1 y 2 Tulum, Tulum, QROO
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Tulum. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Tulum Mayan Ruins and Xel-Há Park ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
"This property was great I highly recommend it. Paola at the front desk is absolutely greatand helped with everything. Everything was super clean the rooms are huge perdect stay"

Reviewed on 10 Apr. 2025

BESPOKE, member of Small Luxury Hotels
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Popular places to visit

Xcaret Eco Theme Park featuring general coastal views, a coastal town and a luxury hotel or resort

Xcaret Eco Theme Park

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Immerse yourself in the natural and cultural heritage of Mexico with a visit to this popular archaeological park.

Xcaret Eco Theme Park
Maroma Beach

Maroma Beach

4/5(7 reviews)

Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Maroma Beach, a popular beach in Playa del Carmen. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this romantic area.

Maroma Beach
Playa del Carmen Main Beach

Playa del Carmen Main Beach

4/5(14 reviews)

Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Playa del Carmen Main Beach, a popular beach in Playa del Carmen. Stroll along the seaside or experience the area's festivals.

Playa del Carmen Main Beach
Xel-Há Park

Xel-Há Park

5/5(1 review)

Have a fun-filled day at Xel-Há Park and see why everyone loves this theme park in Tulum. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Xel-Há Park
Tulum Mayan Ruins which includes a ruin

Tulum Mayan Ruins

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Sitting high above the Caribbean Sea, these spectacular ruins have become one of the most popular tourist sites in all of Mexico.

Tulum Mayan Ruins
Tulum Beach

Tulum Beach

4/5(13 reviews)

Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Tulum Beach, a popular beach in Tulum. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Tulum Beach

Activities

ATV, Ziplining & Cenote Tour at Extreme Adventure Eco Park

ATV, Ziplining & Cenote Tour at Extreme Adventure Eco Park

AU$99
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
ATV, Ziplining & Cenote Tour at Extreme Adventure Eco Park
Party on a boat in Canun

Xoximilco Mexican Fiesta: Tasting Traditional Menú & Tequila Open Bar

AU$168
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Xoximilco Mexican Fiesta: Tasting Traditional Menú & Tequila Open Bar
Gorgeous Natural Pink Lake, Las Coloradas

Gorgeous Natural Pink Lake, Las Coloradas

AU$231
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Gorgeous Natural Pink Lake, Las Coloradas
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Cities near Riviera Maya

Cancun which includes landscape views, tropical scenes and general coastal views

Cancun

Puerto Morelos featuring a coastal town, a sandy beach and tropical scenes

Puerto Morelos

Tulum Mayan Ruins featuring building ruins and rocky coastline

Tulum

Playa del Carmen

Playa del Carmen