Grand Velas Riviera Maya (Adults Only) - Playa del Carmen

$$$$||View on mapPlaya del Carmen, MexicoCarretera Cancun Tulum Km 62, Playa del Carmen, Mexico, 77710|
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Grand Velas Riviera Maya (Adults Only) - Playa del Carmen
Carretera Cancun Tulum Km 62, Playa del Carmen, Mexico, 77710·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.8Great
Free WiFi10.0
Comfort9.8
Cleanliness9.6
Facilities9.2
Location9.2
Who stays here
Families62%
Business16%
Couples15%
Groups6%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.8Great
Free WiFi10.0
Comfort9.8
Cleanliness9.6
Facilities9.2
Location9.2
Who stays here
Families62%
Business16%
Couples15%
Groups6%

5-star adults-only beachfront resort with AAA Five Diamond and Forbes Five-Star recognition

Amenities & Pools

Grand Velas Riviera Maya Playa del Carmen holds both AAA Five Diamond and Forbes Five-Star awards. The resort offers three distinct infinity pools, each with a pool bar and views of the Caribbean Sea. Private beach access and sun loungers or beach chairs are included for all guests.

Dining

Eight signature restaurants include Cocina de Autor, a Michelin-starred tasting experience, and Carmen, Sen Lin, Lucca, Piaf, Frida, and Chaka. Each restaurant offers a different cuisine, from Italian to French to authentic Mexican. The all-inclusive plan covers all meals and premium beverages at every venue.

Wellness

The SE Spa at Grand Velas Riviera Maya offers a hydrotherapy circuit, sauna, steam room, and public bath. Guests can book massages, facials, body wraps, and spa/wellness packages. Fitness classes, yoga sessions, and a fitness center with personal trainer are also available.

Rooms & Suites

The adults-only Grand Class section provides ocean-view suites with private plunge pools on the balcony. Rooms include free WiFi, air conditioning, soundproof walls, and a stocked minibar with snacks and drinks. Personal Concierge service arranges restaurant reservations, spa appointments, and daily activity schedules.

Services & Location

Grand Velas Riviera Maya is located 40 minutes from Cancun International Airport with airport shuttle service available. The resort offers 24-hour suite service, daily housekeeping, and turndown service. Just minutes from Playa del Carmen, the property provides easy access to eco-adventures, Mayan ruins, and shopping.

  • Rating: AAA Five Diamond and Forbes Five-Star award
  • Dining: 8 restaurants including Michelin-starred Cocina de Autor
  • Wellness: SE Spa with hydrotherapy, massages, facials, body wraps
  • Rooms: Adults-only Grand Class suites with private plunge pools
  • Service: Personal Concierge via WhatsApp for reservations and requests
  • Package: All-inclusive with premium beverages, 24-hour suite service, and stocked minibar

Licence number: 01230089a82d6

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Public parking is possible on site for free.
Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A continental breakfast is served at affordable prices. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:544
Former name
Ambassador at Grand Velas All Inclusive
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Rooms and availability

Ambassador Suite Ocean View
  • Room size:

    118 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
Ambassador Pool Suite Ocean View
  • Room size:

    118 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
Nature View Suite Private Pool Zen Experience
  • Room size:

    110 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in public areas

Parking

Valet parking

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Babysitting

Babysitting/Child services

Swimming pool

Infinity pool

Air conditioning
All inclusive
Facilities for kids

Game room

Children's play area

Kids club

Children's buffet

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Water sports
  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Golf course
  • Billiard tables
  • Table tennis
  • Yoga class
  • Sports trainer
  • Aerobics

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Grocery shopping service
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • All inclusive
  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Snack bar
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Dinner
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Playpen
  • Baby pushchair
  • Children's buffet
  • Board games
  • Children's play area
  • Kids club
  • Game room

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Infinity pool
  • Beach access
  • Sun loungers
  • Karaoke
  • Live entertainment
  • Night club
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Jacuzzi
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Beauty treatment
  • Body wraps
  • Massage
  • Public Bath
  • Pool with view

Room view

  • Ocean view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Dryer

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Essential information about Grand Velas Riviera Maya (Adults Only)

💵 Lowest room price 640 £
📏 Distance to centre 7.4 km
✈️ Distance to airport 11.3 km
🧳 Nearest airport Aeropuerto de Playa del Carmen, PCM

Location

Carretera Cancun Tulum Km 62, Playa del Carmen, Mexico, 77710
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Carretera Cancun Tulum Km 62, Playa del Carmen, Mexico, 77710
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Carretera Cancun Tulum Km 62, Playa del Carmen, Mexico, 77710
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Punta Bete
630 m
Restaurant
Lucca Restaurant
20 m
Restaurant
Bistro Restaurant
320 m
Restaurant
The Tomahawk Den
3.0 km

Reviews of Grand Velas Riviera Maya (Adults Only)

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FAQ about Grand Velas Riviera Maya (Adults Only)

Which landmarks should we visit during our stay at Grand Velas Riviera Maya?
During their stay at Grand Velas Riviera Maya guests can visit Punta Venado (4.1 km), the Scenic Point Esmeralda White-Sand Beach (4.7 km) as well as Grand Coral Golf Riviera Maya (3.2 km) among others.
What is the nearest airport to Grand Velas Riviera Maya hotel?
Aeropuerto de Playa del Carmen airport lies within 15 km of Grand Velas Riviera Maya hotel and is reachable with a 15-minute drive.
Is airport shuttle provided by the upscale 5-star Grand Velas Riviera Maya?
Bus shuttle which will take you to the upscale 5-star Grand Velas Riviera Maya with a 15-minute drive is among the services offered by the property. Please inform the staff about your estimated arrival time.
Can we park our car at the hotel?
Yes, guests of the hotel can take advantage of parking on site.
What are our dining options during the stay at this upscale hotel?
Guests of this upscale hotel can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-9/10 according to reviews-restaurant Lucca Restaurant offering Italian cuisine.
Does the Grand Velas Riviera Maya hotel serve breakfast?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the Grand Velas Riviera Maya hotel.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the upscale 5-star Grand Velas Riviera Maya?
Guests of the upscale 5-star Grand Velas Riviera Maya can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 12:00 to 12:00. Late check-out is also available upon request.
What payment methods are available in this upscale hotel?
At this upscale hotel, you can pay using Visa, American Express, and Mastercard.
What are the room types offered by the Grand Velas Riviera Maya hotel?
The Grand Velas Riviera Maya hotel provides such room types as Presidential Room, Ambassador King Suite, and Grand Class Suite.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at the upscale 5-star Grand Velas Riviera Maya?
Most rooms of the upscale 5-star Grand Velas Riviera Maya include a patio and a balcony as well as complimentary wireless internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.
Does this upscale hotel offer special amenities for people with disabilities?
Yes, at this upscale hotel there are rooms with accessible facilities and wheelchair access available for guests with special needs.
Which facilities does the hotel provide?
The hotel features an impressive score of 9.4 for its facilities, which include a storage room and a restaurant as well as a cash machine and currency exchange.
What are the spa options at the upscale 5-star Grand Velas Riviera Maya?
At a wellness area featured at the upscale 5-star Grand Velas Riviera Maya guests can receive such spa procedures as beauty therapy, aromatherapy, and pedicure. Additionally, mud baths, a plunge pool, and a steam room are offered on-site.
Is swimming pool available at the Grand Velas Riviera Maya hotel?
Yes, the Grand Velas Riviera Maya hotel features a swimming pool.
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