The 400-room, upper-middle-range Catalonia Playa Maroma is set on Punta Maroma Beach, one of the best white-sand beaches in Mexico. It is a slightly more personalized all-inclusive resort with an eco-friendly vibe, hacienda-inspired architecture, and plenty of space for families and couples alike to play, socialize, and relax. The resort offers plenty of sports, entertainment, water activities, and family fun, and the nearby offshore reefs and caves are nirvana for snorkelers and divers. Rooms are spacious and breezy, with well-maintained Mexican decor and private balconies. Guests can opt for Privileged status, which offers access to separate lounge and beach areas and includes à la carte restaurants, massage discounts, and other exclusive amenities. Be prepared for the time-share pitch upon check-in.
The 400-room, upper-middle-range Catalonia Playa Maroma is set on Punta Maroma Beach, one of the best white-sand beaches in Mexico. It is a slightly more personalized all-inclusive resort with an eco-friendly vibe, hacienda-inspired architecture, and plenty of space for families and couples alike to play, socialize, and relax. The resort offers plenty of sports, entertainment, water activities, and family fun, and the nearby offshore reefs and caves are nirvana for snorkelers and divers. Rooms are spacious and breezy, with well-maintained Mexican decor and private balconies. Guests can opt for Privileged status, which offers access to separate lounge and beach areas and includes à la carte restaurants, massage discounts, and other exclusive amenities. Be prepared for the time-share pitch upon check-in.
El Dorado Maroma, is an adults-only all-inclusive about 40 minutes south of Cancun. The resort is smaller and quieter than many nearby all-inclusives, but it’s chock-full of amenities. There are six on-site restaurants, numerous bars, multiple pools, a spa with beachfront massage services, and a modern fitness center. There is a wide range of room options at El Dorado Maroma, including suites with swim-up terraces. However, the beach -- which is little more than a marina with sand -- is disappointing. Food and drinks throughout the hotel are fairly mediocre, but most restaurants feel character-less and slightly unappealing.
El Dorado Maroma, is an adults-only all-inclusive about 40 minutes south of Cancun. The resort is smaller and quieter than many nearby all-inclusives, but it’s chock-full of amenities. There are six on-site restaurants, numerous bars, multiple pools, a spa with beachfront massage services, and a modern fitness center. There is a wide range of room options at El Dorado Maroma, including suites with swim-up terraces. However, the beach -- which is little more than a marina with sand -- is disappointing. Food and drinks throughout the hotel are fairly mediocre, but most restaurants feel character-less and slightly unappealing.
Located in the Riviera Maya, south of Cancun, the 412-room, luxury Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun is a romantic, adults-only all-inclusive resort, set on a private white-sand beach lined with sunbeds and cabanas. In addition to the buffet, a wide range of high-quality dining options are available, including Japanese teppanyaki, French cuisine, a wine cellar with over 200 different vintages, and, for an extra charge, romantic dinners for two on the beach. The two main ocean-view pools with a swim-up bar have a lively vibe, while a stunning destination-style spa offers couples' treatments in private outdoor cabanas on the beach. Rooms renovated in 2018 are chic and modern, featuring two-person whirlpool tubs, sitting areas, and private balconies; ground-floor rooms are swim-up suites. Travelers wanting to be closer to Playa del Carmen's bustling Fifth Avenue -- a popular tourist destination for shopping, bars, and nightlife -- should consider the fabulous Royal Hideaway Playacar.
Located in the Riviera Maya, south of Cancun, the 412-room, luxury Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun is a romantic, adults-only all-inclusive resort, set on a private white-sand beach lined with sunbeds and cabanas. In addition to the buffet, a wide range of high-quality dining options are available, including Japanese teppanyaki, French cuisine, a wine cellar with over 200 different vintages, and, for an extra charge, romantic dinners for two on the beach. The two main ocean-view pools with a swim-up bar have a lively vibe, while a stunning destination-style spa offers couples' treatments in private outdoor cabanas on the beach. Rooms renovated in 2018 are chic and modern, featuring two-person whirlpool tubs, sitting areas, and private balconies; ground-floor rooms are swim-up suites. Travelers wanting to be closer to Playa del Carmen's bustling Fifth Avenue -- a popular tourist destination for shopping, bars, and nightlife -- should consider the fabulous Royal Hideaway Playacar.
Belmond Maroma Resort & Spa is a 63-room, tranquil boutique hotel located on beautiful white-sand beach in Riviera Maya, in between Cancun and Playa del Carmen (and about a half-hour drive from both). It's one of the top luxury options on gorgeous Playa de Punta Maroma, and the exclusive vibe lures mostly couples. The 63 rooms are charming and airy with traditional Mexican decor, and extend to thatched-roof terraces. Suites can have outdoor showers and plunge pools. Free breakfast, with cooked-to-order quesadillas, gets high marks from guests (as does the food at the resort in general). Several restaurants and bars are on-site, with notable tequila and mezcal menus, and sustainably sourced contemporary Mexican cuisine. Standout features include the trio of palm-fringed outdoor pools and the destination spa with ancient Mayan rituals. This property definitely feels away from it all and rooms lack TVs (by design) -- unlike those at the nearby Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun, an adult-only all-inclusive that's bigger and has a more contemporary style.
Belmond Maroma Resort & Spa is a 63-room, tranquil boutique hotel located on beautiful white-sand beach in Riviera Maya, in between Cancun and Playa del Carmen (and about a half-hour drive from both). It's one of the top luxury options on gorgeous Playa de Punta Maroma, and the exclusive vibe lures mostly couples. The 63 rooms are charming and airy with traditional Mexican decor, and extend to thatched-roof terraces. Suites can have outdoor showers and plunge pools. Free breakfast, with cooked-to-order quesadillas, gets high marks from guests (as does the food at the resort in general). Several restaurants and bars are on-site, with notable tequila and mezcal menus, and sustainably sourced contemporary Mexican cuisine. Standout features include the trio of palm-fringed outdoor pools and the destination spa with ancient Mayan rituals. This property definitely feels away from it all and rooms lack TVs (by design) -- unlike those at the nearby Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Cancun, an adult-only all-inclusive that's bigger and has a more contemporary style.
Suited for longer stays, the mid-range Amarte Hotel is a reasonably priced option about a five-minute drive from Maroma Beach and 20 minutes from Playa del Carmen. The 24 thatched-roof rooms are air-conditioned and have terraces with hammocks, plus free Wi-Fi -- some also include kitchenettes. While rooms are spacious, they show some wear and lack TVs. Dining is limited to a fast-food restaurant where a free breakfast is served. Other features include a lagoon-like pool and an art gallery. The atmosphere is tranquil and relaxing, but travelers looking to be closer to the action in Playa del Carmen and the beach with more quaint style should consider La Pasion Hotel Boutique, which has similar rates.
Suited for longer stays, the mid-range Amarte Hotel is a reasonably priced option about a five-minute drive from Maroma Beach and 20 minutes from Playa del Carmen. The 24 thatched-roof rooms are air-conditioned and have terraces with hammocks, plus free Wi-Fi -- some also include kitchenettes. While rooms are spacious, they show some wear and lack TVs. Dining is limited to a fast-food restaurant where a free breakfast is served. Other features include a lagoon-like pool and an art gallery. The atmosphere is tranquil and relaxing, but travelers looking to be closer to the action in Playa del Carmen and the beach with more quaint style should consider La Pasion Hotel Boutique, which has similar rates.
Kin Sol Soleil is a luxury beachfront boutique embedded deep in the rain forest of Playa Maroma. Most guests consider it a hidden gem and a secret worth keeping, while others simply call it home. The nine large villas can come with private pools, furnished rooftops, or full kitchens. They're stocked with bottles of local wine, craft and local beer, snacks, and overflowing bathroom amenity baskets. The hotel's gourmet restaurant, Pavo Real by the Sea, serves up a delicious and generous free breakfast, plus lunch and dinner at an extra cost. There's also a small circular pool, though most guests lounge on the idyllic beach. For a secluded feeling with a more modern vibe and all-inclusive rates, Senses Riviera Maya by Artisan is a decent alternative -- but it's adult-only.
Kin Sol Soleil is a luxury beachfront boutique embedded deep in the rain forest of Playa Maroma. Most guests consider it a hidden gem and a secret worth keeping, while others simply call it home. The nine large villas can come with private pools, furnished rooftops, or full kitchens. They're stocked with bottles of local wine, craft and local beer, snacks, and overflowing bathroom amenity baskets. The hotel's gourmet restaurant, Pavo Real by the Sea, serves up a delicious and generous free breakfast, plus lunch and dinner at an extra cost. There's also a small circular pool, though most guests lounge on the idyllic beach. For a secluded feeling with a more modern vibe and all-inclusive rates, Senses Riviera Maya by Artisan is a decent alternative -- but it's adult-only.