We get it, you’re also on vacation to relax. Two of the pools have lots of ongoing daily activities like water sports and dance classes, and a live DJ keeps the atmosphere fun and energetic. Not a fan of sand? Stay sand-free at one of the three lavish pools located on-site. Sink into a comfy padded lounger when you get back, where attentive waitstaff have towels and drinks ready for you. The pristine white sand of Akumal Bay is perfect for a romantic stroll down the beach. Certain spa treatments are also included in the package, though a 25% service charge applies. The UNICO 20 87 all-inclusive package features unlimited food and drinks from five restaurants and five bars, access to three pools, around the clock room service, fitness lessons, water activities, and more. With just the right balance of fun and serenity, it’s a great place for couples and friends alike. Local culture is embraced in the style, food, and activities found at the resort. There will be many more photos of the room and resort in my resort review.Where luxury meets tradition, this stunning adults-only resort features a beautiful stretch of Akumal Bay beach, three refreshing pools, a high-end spa, and an array of casual and gourmet dining options. If you want to see more pics and short videos of this room and the resort in general, you can check out my Instagram accounts of allinclusivegal and seemegtravel. The water was a bit chilly during the month of February, but it would be very usable in about another month of warm weather.īelow is the video I made of my suite. Neither the pools nor the swim-ups are heated, and lack of full exposure to daily sun in most swim-ups makes utilizing them questionable during some winter months. The terrace also includes a small table and two chairs along with a double tiled pool lounger and two in-pool circular tables, perfect for setting drinks upon. The jets work wonderfully and the Jacuzzi can fit two persons in a tight squeeze. to fill up–bring your own bubble bath because the resort only includes bath salts. This may pose a problem for friends traveling together, or families who have adult children along for vacation.Īll balconies and terraces at this resort have a Jacuzzi it takes approximately 40 min. The bathroom area can be closed off from the rest of the suite, but the shower itself is next to the bedroom area and has only a partially frosted glass panel which allows a semi-peek show while one is taking a shower. The king bed is HUGE–the website states that it is called a “Super King bed” which is a combo of two double beds put together, certainly more than enough space, but not so much that you have to use semaphore code to say goodnight to your partner.

Perhaps it can be made up with linens to be a bed without pulling it out? I’m not sure, plus I didn’t have three in my party to test out the viability of the option.

It is supposed to be able to accommodate three, but the sofa in my designated swim-up did not look like a standard pull-out sofa bed (I checked under the pillows and sofa cushions). feet, but it was more than enough room for two persons. While the location in the Premium building was close to one of the resort’s pools in one direction and beach loungers in the other, it was a long walk to the lobby and restaurants. Suites, Suites (Master Swim-Ups), and Governor Swim-Up Suites. All swim-up suites are Premium Level upgraded suites (they all entitle access to Premium upgrade amenities and services), but there are three types of swim-ups–Jr. I was given a swim-up suite in the Premium building which is the building located closest to the beach. I will be posting an entirely separate blog article concerning the specifics of the Barcelo Maya Riviera resort however, this post will focus on the Jr. Guests at the new adults-only section have full access to all amenities at the other resorts at this complex including being able to eat at Palace restaurants without any extra charges. While a vacationer is more likely to feel as if one is in Mexico at the other resorts in this complex, the new adults-only section is very contemporary looking with modern decor, sleek lines, updated technology, huge screens in the lobby areas, and a much more spartan look throughout. It’s called the Barcelo Maya Riviera, and it is a complete reversal in appearance from the rest of this megaresort.

I recently returned from a stay at the new adults-only section of the Barcelo Maya Grand resort.

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