South of Riviera Cancun, Riviera Maya is home to many of Mexico’s Best Hotels, All Inclusive Resorts and Vacation Packages
Stretching 100 miles, from just south of Puerto Morelos to the ancient Mayan ruins of Tulum, the area offers endless white sand beaches, lush jungles and ancient Mayan cities including Chichen Itza, Tulum and Coba. Enjoy trendy shopping, wining and dining on Playa del Carmen’s Fifth Avenue, and amazing watersports in the quaint towns of Puerto Aventuras and Akumal. The Mesoamerican Barrier Reef is just offshore. Be sure to visit Xel-Há, the world’s largest natural aquarium, and Xcaret, where you’ll see fascinating indigenous wildlife and can snorkel in underground rivers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time to visit Riviera Maya?
Temperatures and rainfall are consistent throughout the year. Peak season in the Riviera Maya is December, January, February, and March. This is when the humidity is at its lowest and temperatures are most comfortable.
Is it safe to visit Riviera Maya?
Riviera Maya is perfectly safe to travel alone, as a couple or as a family. There are a handful of towns on the outskirts that make it easy to escape the commercial tourist crowd, but we still recommend staying within the confines of the resorts.
How far is the airport from Riviera Maya?
The Riviera Maya is the 100 mile stretch of coastline south of the Cancun Hotel Zone. Some of the resorts in the Riviera Maya can be as little as 10 minutes from the airport and some resorts further south on the beaches of Tulum or Akumal can be as over an hour.
What is the Riviera Maya known for?
The Riviera Maya is well known for its history, culture, luxurious all inclusive resorts, small boutique hotels, pristine beaches, and fine-dining restaurants.
Which is the best beach on Riviera Maya?
Many locals and tourists acclaim Playa Maroma as one of the best beaches in Mexico, which is why many all inclusive resorts reside in this area. Akumal, Tulum, Playa del Carmen, Playacar, Playa Paraiso are also very popular options.
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Akumal Bay Beach & Wellness Resort
Akumal Bay Beach & Wellness Resort is a contemporary hotel located in Riviera Maya's community of Akumal, a town renowned [...]
Allegro Playacar
Situated on the best stretch of white sand beach in Playa del Carmen, Mexico is our Allegro Playacar Resort, a [...]
Bahia Principe Grand Coba
Bahia Principe Grand Coba emerges along beautifully manicured gardens, close to one of the best white sand beaches. A favorite [...]
Bahia Principe Grand Tulum
Located within the massive Grand Bahia Principe Complex, guests at Bahia Principe Grand Tulum can relax and enjoy being in [...]
Bahia Principe Luxury Akumal Resort
Bahia Principe Luxury Akumal offers exquisite facilities, just steps from the beach with the very best in services and amenities. [...]
Bahia Principe Luxury Sian Ka’an
This hotel stands in the middle of the Maya Riviera Golf Club, an incredible course with 18 long holes and [...]
Barcelo Maya Beach & Caribe
Barcelo Maya Beach Resort is superbly set along a magnificent white sand beach where guests can relax on chaise lounges [...]
Barcelo Maya Colonial & Tropical
Spread over acres of lush tropical gardens, the upgraded, all-inclusive Barcelo Maya Colonial and Tropical Beach is bound to impress. [...]
Barcelo Maya Palace
The newest addition to the Barcelo Complex is stunning! Unique in design, drawing its inspiration from authentic colonial buildings, there [...]
Barcelo Maya Riviera
Slip away to an all-inclusive, adults-only paradise at Barceló Maya Riviera. This all-new, all-suite resort resides between a tropical jungle [...]
Blue Bay Grand Esmeralda Resort
Enjoy a Beachfront Paradise at Blue Bay Grand Esmeralda Resort & Spa For the ultimate beach experience, the All-Inclusive Blue [...]
Breathless Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa
Vibrant, chic and ultra-modern, Breathless Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa invites you to elevate the party to unparalleled levels. Lux [...]
Catalonia Playa Maroma Resort
Surrounded by tropical jungle and one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, this classic getaway provides the perfect [...]
Catalonia Riviera Maya Resort
This delightful All-Inclusive resort features a combination of Mexican and Caribbean design influences with an ideal location along an unspoiled [...]
Catalonia Royal Tulum Resort
Adults-Only Resort (18+.) Beautifully located on a pristine white beach named Xpu-Ha, the surroundings are abundant with crystalline lagoons, natural [...]
Dreams Aventuras Resort & Spa
Nestled on a secluded bay in a charming, yacht-studded marina village, Dreams Aventuras Riviera Maya is an unforgettable all-inclusive escape [...]
Dreams Jade Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa
Located just 12 miles from Cancun International Airport and minutes from the quaint fishing town of Puerto Morelos, Dreams Jade [...]
Dreams Natura Riviera Cancun Resort
Inspired by the surrounding Mayan jungle, the all-new Dreams Natura Riviera Cancun offers a unique Unlimited-Luxury® experience. Facing the Caribbean [...]
Dreams Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa
Dreams Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa, designed to reflect the charm of the Mexican Caribbean, is surrounded by glistening pools, [...]
Dreams Sapphire Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa
Welcome to Dreams Sapphire Riviera Cancun All Inclusive Resort & Spa, a sumptuous resort of Mayan-inspired architecture, with amenities that [...]
