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Grand Velas Riviera Maya

Playa del Carmen, Mexico

100 Excellent 2738 Reviews
Exclusive Five Star
Alliance Perks

SAVE $350+
  • Breakfast Daily
  • $50 Daily Spa Credit
  • 50% Discount on Transfer
  • All-Inclusive
  • Upgrade
  • VIP Status

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Grand Velas Riviera Maya
The luxurious Grand Velas Riviera Maya is the newest resort to distinguish Riviera Maya as a premier vacation destination. Opened in 2008, the luxurious, all-Inclusive luxury resort hugs the pristine white sand shores of Playa del Carmen, Mexico. Elegant accommodations, gourmet culinary tour dining experience, a deluxe spa, personalized butler concierge services, and a cutting edge convention center make Grand Velas Riviera Maya an ideal choice for leisure and business travelers.

Grand Velas All Suites and SPA Resort Riviera Maya is located 5 minutes away from downtown Playa del Carmen.

Please Note: This hotel property may offer both all-inclusive and room-only rates. Please read the rate description information carefully and contact us if you have any questions about what’s included in the room rate.

Exclusive Perks at Grand Velas Riviera Maya

Breakfast, Daily Spa Credit, All-Inclusive and More in Playa del Carmen

SAVE $350+

Collect unique experiences at Grand Velas Riviera Maya. Vibrant colors surround this all-inclusive 5-Diamond resort, redefining the experience of luxury. Only 35 minutes from the Cancun International Airport, Grand Velas Riviera Maya offers the perfect vacation escape to pamper and renew body and soul.

Guests making reservations through Five Star Alliance will also receive the following amenities:

  • Breakfast Daily
  • $50 Daily Spa Credit
  • 50% Discount on Transfer
  • All-Inclusive
  • Upgrade
  • VIP Status
  • Early Check-in
  • Late Check-out
  • WiFi
Terms and Conditions
Reservations must be made through Five Star Alliance. A 50% discount is available for private round-trip transfer Airport-Hotel-Airport (must be arranged at least 48 hours in advance.) A welcome bottle of Mezcal is included. A $50 USD spa credit is provided per adult, per day (only applicable to massages, facials and body wrap treatments with a duration of 50 minutes or more. Not combinable with any other promotion or program, not reimbursable or transferable, not valid for group, not cumulative, non-refundable, not redeemable for cash, not combinable with other spa promotions, not applicable to hydrotherapy circuit, spa boutique products, beauty salon and treatments at spa cabanas. Other restrictions apply.) Upgrade from Zen to Zen Pool, Ambassador to Ambassador Pool, and Ambassador Pool to Grand Class, early check-in and late check-out are subject to availability at time of check-in and departure.

Hotel Address:
  • Grand Velas Riviera Maya
  • Carretera Cancun Tulum Km.
  • Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo 77710
  • Mexico

Location Summary
Fronting the glorious white sand beach of Mexico’s stunning Caribbean coast, the new Grand Velas Riviera Maya redefines all-inclusive luxury. Lush tropical Yucatan jungle fringes the back of the resort with intriguing appeal. Cancun International Airport is just 35 minutes away from the resort, while downtown Playa del Carmen is just 5 minutes away.

Directions to Hotel
Cancun International Airport is located just 35 minutes away from Grand Velas Riviera Maya. Taxis and private transportation services are available at the airport.
Banquets & Meetings
The deluxe convention center offers more than 91,547 square feet of flexible event space that can be divided into as many as 32 small meeting rooms. Two large convention areas easily accommodate up to 3000 guests.
Fine Dining On Site
The restaurants of Grand Velas Riviera Maya include fine dining for adult guests, casual family restaurants, outdoor dining, and international cuisine.
Fitness Center
Life Fitness Center.
High Speed Internet
Wireless Internet service.
Child Programs
Grand Kids Activities Program.
Pool Outdoor
Infinity Pool and Children’s Pool.
Spa Facility
Built amid the lush jungle that hugs the resort, the Spa at Grand Velas covers an area of 76,640 sq. ft. that contains 40 treatment suites appointed with beautiful native art and design and separate hydrotherapy facilities for men and women. Its extensive treatment menu includes massage therapies for men, women and couples; body treatments and wraps, facials and our decadent Riviera Maya Water Journey.
Ecological Tourism
Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve, Xel-Ha and Xcaret are popular attractions near Grand Velas for exploring the wild side of Riviera Maya, including tours to hot springs, kayaking, and swimming with dolphins and sea lions.


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Hotel Amenities
  • - Banquets & Meetings
    - Business Center
    - Meeting Space
    - Disabled Access
    - Fine Dining On Site
    - Fine Dining Nearby
    - Fitness Center
    - High Speed Internet
    - Child Programs
    - Pool Outdoor
    - Spa Facility
    - Tennis Courts On Site
Available Activities
  • - Beach
    - Boating
    - Ecological Tourism
    - Fishing Ocean
    - Horseback Riding
    - Jogging Running
    - Sailing
    - Scuba Diving
    - Shopping
    - Tennis Courts Nearby
    - Volleyball
    - Windsurfing


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