hlsess Posted July 3, 2005 #1 Share Posted July 3, 2005 Just curious if anyone can give me some names of nice all inclusive resorts in Cancun. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greydog Posted July 3, 2005 #2 Share Posted July 3, 2005 Just curious if anyone can give me some names of nice all inclusive resorts in Cancun. Thanks Most TA's can provide a charter catalog from Apple Vacations, Vacation Express or Vacations to Go charters that have pic, description, quality rating for majority of AIs in Cancun and elsewhere. In fact, these charter websites allow browsing of properties - Applevacations.com would be a good start. There are a wide range of quality, property amenities and catalogs have index's that check off the features available. Palace Resort properties were 'higher rated' and allowed you to visit, use any of their several properties' facilities during the day. Our trip to Cancun on charter package was OK, except that - silly me - we expected some guiet relaxing Mexico experience. We stayed at Gran Caribe Real which was 5.5 star rated and now is 5. It was OK but AI food was nothing special - quantity over quality. Cancun is young adult oriented overall, with big-city hustle/bustle, heavy traffic, malls, discos, pressure to do time share spiels YOU won a free hotel managers cocktail party! For quieter, slower paced AI, pick Playa del Carmen which is 45-min ride S of Cancun. They have similar properties there but more spread out, bigger beach areas, less urbanized (as of 3 years age) We would never do Cancun again but we're in early fifities and wanted escape, relaxation, not Miami South Beach. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kaylahszoo Posted July 7, 2005 #3 Share Posted July 7, 2005 I found a neat website- www.locogringo.com It has forums about inclusive resorts- things to do- etc. I really enjoyed it. Has a lot of info available. It's interesting that a lot of people tend to favor the lesser star resorts south of town. Like the last poster said- and even further south- like in Akumal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vettebuf Posted July 8, 2005 #4 Share Posted July 8, 2005 We stayed at the Park Royal Piramides in Cancun twice and would recommend it. The location is good (middle of the North-South Hotel zone), the beach is beautiful, the food and drinks are fine, the place is spotless, and the price is lower than most. When we were there, they didn't have evening entertainment. Greydog, we're in our late fifties and like our vacations to be relaxing at times and exciting at other times. Check the comments and forum on tripadvisor.com on Gran Caribe. It's right in line with your experience. We stayed in a villa about 50' from the sea at the Hyatt Cancun Caribe this year and didn't take the AI option. This quiet, elegant hotel with all oceanfront rooms is not marketed to young people. We loved it and we're going back in January. We prefer to take the bus everywhere we go including to Playa del Carmen. For a totally different Miami Beach experience from the one you hinted at, we stay at the Sheraton Bal Harbour and Edenroc Resort. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vickiw0318 Posted July 18, 2005 #5 Share Posted July 18, 2005 We just spent four days at the (AI) Riu Palace Las Americas last month. We were there for a wedding and were part of a multi-generational group. Most of the group were in their late twenty's/early thirty's. I am a fairly quiet (have rowdied down with all of Hank Jr's friends) 50 something. The resort was elegant, food pretty good - the variety was almost overwhelming. We really liked the gourmet restaurant and the grillroom. Rooms were very nice. Service was good. There was a "quiet" pool and a party pool. However, both closed very early. I would say it's a good place to go and relax. There was a nightclub with entertainment and a disco at the sister hotel (Riu Cancun) next door. All the "kids" said that these weren't really happening places. (They headed out one night for a place called Coco Bongo.) They did manage to meet others their age and have a good time. There was a good variety of water sports. There was a station to one side of the lobby where a guy hand rolled cigars. He received high reviews from DH, DS and DSS. DD and I found shopping across the street. Might be a good compromise for someone who wants to be in Cancun, but not in the direct midst of the party. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sceneisle Posted July 27, 2005 #6 Share Posted July 27, 2005 We enjoyed our stay at the Golden Crown Paradise. The food, for an all-inclusive resort is well above average. Four restaurants, including one for sea food, a steak house and one for Mediterranean/seafood cuisine. Excellent location in the middle of the hotel zone. Great beach but just an average pool. The service at the G.C.P. is excellent. This resort does not allow anyone under the age of 18. The G.C.P. gets very good reviews on the Trip Advisor web-site. In my opinion, this resort is a solid 4-star. We also have stayed at the Oasis Playa; also a very nice resort in the south section of the hotel zone. Food is O.K. and the pool (with swim-up bar) is very nice. The deluxe, oceanview rooms have huge balconies with a private spa. Would rate the Oasis Playa 3 1/2 stars. Photos of both resorts available at http://sceneisle.myphotoalbum.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
piercetc4 Posted February 1, 2006 #7 Share Posted February 1, 2006 is there an "off season" for the all - inclusives in cancun /cozumel? am guessing it might be during hurricane season? thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seawyllow Posted April 3, 2006 #8 Share Posted April 3, 2006 Hi! Cancun is great if it is your first time in Mexico. It offers lots of nightlife, shopping, and partying. If you are looking for a more relaxed time or something a little more adult for the 30's to 50 somethings, then I would pick Playa del Carmen and the surrounding area. The resorts there are great, most are not more than 10 minutes from the center of town, which by the way offers everything Cancun does, but with more of a Jimmy Buffet style of life. The ferry to Coz is right there, an the snorkeling is fabulous. The Riu resorts are always a good choice. The Iberostar resorts are very good, but more expensive. The Palace resorts are more luxurious, but of course you will pay for it. They also offer tours to the ruins, and exchange priviledges with the other 6 properties in the Mayan riviera, with transportation to boot. If you are considering any particular resort, just ask as I have been to most of them. Also, best time to go and save money is October, early November. Prices are best then. Christine McCabe Harbor Light Cruises & Travel:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MortgageChick Posted July 13, 2006 #9 Share Posted July 13, 2006 Daughter and Friend stayed at Dreams Cancun in Feb 06 and it was top drawer. Calm water at that spot. Take it from someone(me) who has stayed at the Royal Sands , Solymar and also the Casa Maya and I much prefer the top/older part of the hotel zone. Geez I could hardly stand up in the water at the Royal Sands the current was so strong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RizzoLee Posted July 25, 2006 #10 Share Posted July 25, 2006 We'll be staying at the Oasis Playa on September 9th. :D Were told that the Oasis group of hotels was great. Had been considering the Riu Cancun (best friend is a travel agent and gets us net rates), but the Oasis seemed the better option in the long run. :) Check out TripAdvisor as already stated-lots of reviews. ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spartanbear Posted July 25, 2006 #11 Share Posted July 25, 2006 Thanks so much for this post! I was just gonna post a similiar thing. We just got off the Carnival Valor and are planning the next vacation. We are 17 people (10 adults ( grandpa in wheelchair) and 7 kids raning from 9-18) We love cruising but were thinking of something different. SO we looked into some AI's. We heard teh beaches are all seaweedy and gross, anyone know? Thanks!:p Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DiveCruiser Posted September 16, 2006 #12 Share Posted September 16, 2006 Just curious if anyone can give me some names of nice all inclusive resorts in Cancun. Thanks The Blue Bay Club Cancun is an all inclusive that is in expensive and a nice place. Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RizzoLee Posted November 3, 2006 #13 Share Posted November 3, 2006 Just a belated follow-up: The Oasis Playa was great-it is located at the far end of the strip, but a short bus ride takes you right into Cancun. Food was acceptable, basically what I expected. I didn't gorge like I do on cruises, lol. The south side of the strip tends to have nicer beaches and is slightly quieter-you don't get as many locals on the beach hocking their 'wares', if that type of thing bothers you. Must dos are: Coco Bongo's (did it twice) and surprisingly, Dady Rock (nope-not a typo, that's how it's spelt!). I'd do the Riu Cancun next time though-it's basically right downtown. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeepers385 Posted November 25, 2006 #14 Share Posted November 25, 2006 We just got back from the Riu Cancun and loved it. Always something going on at the pools and close to all the nightlife. CocoBongo's is a great place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockcoastmedia Posted November 27, 2006 #15 Share Posted November 27, 2006 I am not sure, does anyone know if the JW Marriott Resort in Cancun is an all-inclusive? If not, I know I had a lot of fun at the Casa Megna which is also run by Marriott last time I was in Cancun. It is not AI, but a great time non the less. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sarah191 Posted January 23, 2007 #16 Share Posted January 23, 2007 We're staying @ the Riu Caribe in June. Looks Great!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jstazy Posted March 23, 2007 #17 Share Posted March 23, 2007 We are looking at this AI for our next vacation instead of a cruise. Can anyone tell me if they have stayed there or what might be in the area around the resort?? :confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leighuf Posted May 29, 2007 #18 Share Posted May 29, 2007 Riu Palace Las Americas, the nicest of the 3 Riu's in Cancun. Each room is a Jr. Suite plus you're allowed access to the amenities at the other Riu's. But they can't come to the Palace! Read my review: here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ala-kat Posted July 8, 2007 #19 Share Posted July 8, 2007 We're staying @ the Riu Caribe in June. Looks Great!! Going in September - how did you like it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plank Posted May 31, 2009 #20 Share Posted May 31, 2009 We are thinking of booking RIU Caribe in June for a week. Good deals out there! Can you premium liquors for your drinks? We drink martinis and like premium booze. How much extra might it cost? Would love some feed back about this hotel!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plank Posted May 31, 2009 #21 Share Posted May 31, 2009 We're staying @ the Riu Caribe in June. Looks Great!! hello sarah--i woulld like 2 know your experience @rio caribe ie:additional fees and gratuities restaurants experience premium liquors? gin and vodka shady areas on the beach we are ready 2 book and hope you are early june thx,peggy have a gr8 time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FireMonkey Posted June 18, 2009 #22 Share Posted June 18, 2009 I'm planning an AI trip for my 30th bday next year. It seems like a lot of the places I read about on here are great, but are they family oriented? I will have my 5 1/2 year old with me and would love to stay at a resort that has stuff for adults AND young children. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jg2256 Posted July 7, 2009 #23 Share Posted July 7, 2009 (edited) I love cruising but sometimes rest and relaxation and knowing that pretty much everything is less worriesome and is nice on the wallet. In addition to Cancun I recommend that you look at Riviera Maya. I have stayed at an Ibersostar Tucan (awesome beach, good value), an all inclusive outside of Playa Del Carmen, and will stay at the Barcelo Maya Palace in Puerto Aventuras in Sep. I have also stayed at regular hotels in Cancun and I like Riviera Maya, South of Cancun better (because it is a bit quieter and the resorts appear to be a bit more expansive and in some cases less expensive). Someone earlier suggested Apple vacations which is a great idea at least to start research. I definitely recommend looking more at those with a golden apple. This means they are more highly rated by their customers and then comparing the prices on apple with others like cheapcarribbean.com and bookit.com. For some reason Bookit sometimes has instant airfare credits up to $400 for seven days and it leads to a big savings. I caught one of these and friends who have been trying to go with us cannont come close to the price I got), One thing to be aware of is that Apple vacations ususally include transportation to Riviera Maya hotels ($40-60 pp) in the overall cost but most others do not. Good luck. Edited July 7, 2009 by jg2256 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KMBB Posted July 19, 2009 #24 Share Posted July 19, 2009 Anyone have any information of Ocean Coral and Turquesa all Inclusive in Cancun? Going soon and have on idea what to expect, any information would be great, thnks, kmbb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingfish78734 Posted July 20, 2009 #25 Share Posted July 20, 2009 Anyone have any information of Ocean Coral and Turquesa all Inclusive in Cancun? Going soon and have on idea what to expect, any information would be great, thnks, kmbb Try tripadvisor.com forums section. Lots of info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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