Grand Velas Riviera Maya
A gated, all-inclusive estate where the kids' club runs until 11pm and parents never touch a wallet.
About this stay
Grand Velas Riviera Maya is the easy answer for families who want everything handled behind one secured gate. It is an all-inclusive in the true luxury sense, with included kids' programming that runs late, suites large enough for grandparents and toddlers under one roof, and food that honest reviewers rate well above the all-inclusive norm. The trade-off is cost; all-inclusive rates here are premium, and add-ons like spa and certain excursions sit outside the package.
- Gated, self-contained all-inclusive set in its own jungle-and-beach grounds with controlled access
- Included kids' club open 9am to 11pm, newly renovated in 2025 with craft stations, a playhouse, and outdoor terrace
- Family Suites and connecting configurations built for multi-generational groups
- Genuinely strong all-inclusive dining across multiple gourmet restaurants
Good to know
Rooms & suites
What guests say
What guests love
#4 of 309 hotels in Playa del Carmen and a TripAdvisor Hall of Fame property. Reviewers highlight exceptional service, all-inclusive food well above the norm, large suites, and broad kids'/teens' programming.
Worth noting
Premium all-inclusive pricing; some experiences (spa, certain excursions) cost extra, and the resort is large.
Where you’ll be
The resort occupies its own gated grounds along the Riviera Maya coast near Playa del Carmen, about 45 minutes from Cancun airport. Because it is all-inclusive and self-contained, most families rarely leave the property, which is part of its appeal for the safety-conscious.