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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Barcelo Maya Palace
The newest addition to the Barcelo Complex is stunning! Unique in design, drawing its inspiration from authentic colonial buildings, there [...]
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 [...]
Dreams Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa
Dreams Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa, designed to reflect the charm of the Mexican Caribbean, is surrounded by glistening pools, [...]
El Dorado Casitas Royale
Within walking distance to the most prestigious restaurants, nightclubs and shopping in Acapulco, this spacious property offers quality accommodations on [...]
El Dorado Casitas Royale Resort
El Dorado Casitas a Gourmet Inclusive Resort, by Karisma is a beautiful private property which offers guests a high level [...]
El Dorado Maroma
Oh, that beach! With its wide white sands, sparkling turquoise, and refreshing sea breezes, there's a reason Maroma Beach has [...]
El Dorado Royale, A Spa Resort
It's a wellness-lovers dream! El Dorado Royale a Gourmet Inclusive Resort, by Karisma takes healthy to a new level. This [...]
Excellence Riviera Cancun Resort
If you have a taste for luxury, romance, and relaxation, then Excellence Riviera Cancun is where you belong. Situated on [...]
Grand Sunset & Riviera Princess
Grand Sunset Princess and Grand Riviera Princess is the perfect choice for an unforgettable vacation in the Mexican Caribbean with [...]
Hotel Marina El Cid Spa & Beach Resort
Retreat to a paradise of turquoise Caribbean waters, soothing breezes, Mayan cultural sites, and beautiful, aromatic flora and fauna. Hotel [...]
Iberostar Selection Paraiso Maya
Located between Cancun and Playa del Carmen on an incredible beach on Riviera Maya, the 24-hour all inclusive Iberostar Paraiso [...]
Moon Palace Golf & Spa Resort
The luxurious Moon Palace is located 5 miles south of the airport on Cancun's tranquil south shore, amidst 55 acres [...]
Nickelodeon Riviera Maya
Level Up Your Family Vacation Join SpongeBob SquarePants, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and many more Nickelodeon friends for a [...]
Platinum Yucatan Princess All Suites & Spa
Welcome to a luxury and exclusive hotel in Riviera Maya reserved exclusively for adults The Platinum Yucatan Princess is an Adults [...]
RIU Palace Riviera Maya
Enjoy paradise and first-class personalized service at the Riu Palace Riviera Maya. The RIU Palace Riviera Maya is located on [...]
RIU Playacar
Located on the stunning Playa del Carmen beach, the Riu Playacar offers you the perfect plan for unforgettable holidays thanks [...]
Royalton Splash Riviera Cancun
Dive into a world of all-inclusive family fun at Royalton Splash Riviera Cancun. Amplify your afternoons at one of the [...]
Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya Resort & Spa
Located in the heart of the Riviera Maya, Secrets Akumal offers guests Unlimited-Luxury and exemplary service. This adults only resort [...]
Secrets Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa
Escape into luxury™ at Secrets Riviera Cancun, an all-suite, private luxury resort, nestled between the Caribbean Sea and the Lagoon [...]
