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Grand Velas Riviera Maya

Playa del Carmen, Mexico

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Grand Velas Riviera Maya

Large all-inclusive resort on the jungle and beach edge of Playa del Carmen, Riviera Maya, with separate Ambassador, Zen and Grand Class sections. The property offers restaurants, attentive concierge service, pools and a kids and teens club.

Highlights

  • Sin Lin and Piaf restaurants
  • Zen pool
  • Grand Class suites

Good to know

  • Adults-only Grand Class section
  • Dinner reservations needed at specialty restaurants

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