Riviera Maya Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A beach with clear turquoise water, a sandy shore, and a row of white buildings with red roofs.
A wooden pier extending into turquoise waters with a thatched-roof hut at the end.
A sunset over the ocean with palm trees and a beach.
A sunset over a beach with palm trees silhouetted against the sky.

Stay near popular Riviera Maya attractions


Our pick of the best Riviera Maya Hotel Deals

Ocean Maya Royale - Adults Only -  All Inclusive

Ocean Maya Royale - Adults Only - All Inclusive

5 out of 5
Carretera Federal Chetumal, km. 299 Playa del Carmen QROO
The price is NZ$388 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
NZ$388
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
Ocean Maya Royale - Adults Only - All Inclusive
BlueBay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive

BlueBay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Carretera Federal Chetumal Playa del Carmen QROO
The price is NZ$270 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$270
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
BlueBay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive
Hyatt Zilara Riviera Maya Adults Only All Inclusive

Hyatt Zilara Riviera Maya Adults Only All Inclusive

4.5 out of 5
Carretera Federal 387 Chetmal Cancun Playa del Carmen QROO
The price is NZ$655 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$655
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,053 reviews)
"Love everything, specially the stef they were so kind a d helpful. Coming back home my flight was early so they packed breakfast for us I felt so special. I recommend visiting Hyatt Zilara."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026

Hyatt Zilara Riviera Maya Adults Only All Inclusive
Occidental at Xcaret Destination - All Inclusive

Occidental at Xcaret Destination - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Carretera Federal 307, KM 282 Playa del Carmen QROO
The price is NZ$414 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
NZ$414
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and 7 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
Occidental at Xcaret Destination - All Inclusive
Hotel Xcaret Mexico - All Parks / All Fun Inclusive - All inclusive

Hotel Xcaret Mexico - All Parks / All Fun Inclusive - All inclusive

5 out of 5
Carr. Chetumal - Puerto Juarez Km. 282 Playa del Carmen QROO
The price is NZ$2,244 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
NZ$2,244
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Playa del Carmen. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and 15 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,673 reviews)
"Primero para hacer check in solo tenian dos personas para hacer el check in de varios huéspedes que habian llegado al momento que nosotros. El check in fue lento por eso duramos alrededor de 30 min esperando mas los minutos que tenian que durar con nosotros para hacer el check in. Senti que dure ..."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Hotel Xcaret Mexico - All Parks / All Fun Inclusive - All inclusive
Excellence Riviera Cancun - Adults Only All Inclusive

Excellence Riviera Cancun - Adults Only All Inclusive

5 out of 5
Carr. Federal 307 Chet-Pto. Juarez Puerto Morelos QROO
The price is NZ$651 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$651
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Puerto Morelos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 6 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,469 reviews)
"Beautiful property with the most restaurants I’ve ever had at a resort. Food is amazing, rooms are clean and large. The spa was absolutely spectacular, highly recommend splurging. It’s a huge property! Excellent solo stay!"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Excellence Riviera Cancun - Adults Only All Inclusive
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our guide on where to stay in Riviera Maya

Find the best Riviera Maya areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Playacar

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

Downtown Playa del Carmen

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

Gonzalo Guerrero

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

Playa del Carmen Centro

A noteworthy feature of Playa del Carmen Centro is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Quinta Avenida.

Maroma

Maroma is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Maroma Beach and Paradise Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Playa del Carmen.



Riviera Maya Travel Guide

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