Mexico features stunning white sandy beaches of course, but don’t overlook the many unique activities available to you there. Adventures await you in Mexico, such as exploring spectacular archaeological sites, jungle trekking, or swimming in cenotes (water-filled limestone sinkholes). The best time to visit is from November to April. The winter months feature warm temperatures (but not sweltering) and avoid the hurricane season. Cancun, Riviera Maya, and Playa del Carmen all feature several luxury beach resorts that are a short drive from the Cancun Airport.

Have you considered a luxury beach resort vacation on the Caribbean Sea in Mexico? Below are our top 4 luxury Mexico beach resorts in this region of the world.

NIZUC

Main Beach at NIZUC
Main Beach at NIZUC

Location: Cancun, Mexico – 11 miles from Cancun International airport

Highlights:

  • NIZUC has 274 luxurious airy suites and private villas dispersed throughout its 29-acre property.
  • The resort is located along a secluded enclave of Punat Nizuc on one of the most beautiful and alluring beaches facing the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef.
  • Enjoy the sun and sipping cocktails at the pool bar in the main pool or immerse yourself in total relaxation in the quiet adult pool.
  • The resort has six dining experiences ranging from authentic cuisine, from Peruvian tiraditos to East Asian fusion.
  • Relax at the first ESPA-branded Spa in the Mexican Caribbean featuring exclusive ESPA treatments and products such as the NIZUC Thermal Experience.
  • Children can enjoy special programs at Winik’s kid’s club for kids aged 4 to 12 years old.
  • Engage in many activities including snorkeling, visiting archeological sites, fishing, playing tennis, yoga, paddle boarding, kayaking, swim with dolphins, cigar rolling, yacht excursions, wine pairing dinner, and sushi-making class.

Perks when booking through LBL Travel:

  • Daily full breakfast for two guests per bedroom
  • One-way airport transfer (valid on arrivals only)
  • Hydrotherapy session for two, once during stay
  • Room upgrade & early-in/late check-out, subject to availability

Rosewood Mayakoba

Punta Bonita pool deck at Rosewood Mayakoba
Punta Bonita pool deck at Rosewood Mayakoba

Location: Riviera Maya, Mexico – 25 miles from Cancun International airport

Highlights:

  • The ultra-luxury Rosewood Mayakoba has 129 fresh, modern suites and 11 villas.
  • The resort is situated amid tranquil lagoons, lush mangroves, and white-sand beaches.
  • Enjoy the sun on a beautiful stretch of powdery white sand or in one of the six pools, including a family pool and spa pool.
  • The resort has five main dining restaurants highlighting Mexican cuisine.
  • Discover how ancient Mayan culture harnessed natural elements to achieve overall well-being and balance at the exclusive Sense Spa.
  • Children can enjoy special programs at Rosewood Explorers.
  • Engage in many activities including snorkeling, beach volleyball, beach soccer, diving, dolphin excursions, exploring the sacred places of the Mayan civilization, golf, and fishing.

Perks when booking through LBL Travel:

  • Daily buffet breakfast for two guests per bedroom
  • $100 USD Equivalent Spa Services credit
  • Room upgrade & early-in/late check-out, subject to availability

Grand Velas Riviera Maya

Grand Class Area at Grand Velas Riviera Maya
Grand Class Area at Grand Velas Riviera Maya

Location: Playa del Carmen, Mexico – 26 miles from Cancun International airport

Highlights:

  • Grand Velas Riviera Maya has 539 rooms. They are divided into three sections:
    • Immersed in the natural environment of the Mayan jungle, the family-friendly Zen Grand ambiance area is just a short shuttle ride from the main resort. This area features elegantly exotic suites and more than 1,000 square feet of space, including a beautiful terrace with jungle views.
    • The Ambassador ambiance is a family-friendly area with suites that are arranged around the main infinity pool and have a spectacular ocean-view terrace.
    • The exclusive Grand Class section, designed for optimum privacy and relaxation, is an adult-only area. This area features suites with oceanfront views, created to experience an intimate ambiance.
  • The resort is located on the gorgeous white sand beaches of Playa del Carmen on Mexico’s Caribbean Coast and the Yucatan jungle.
  • Grand Velas resort is all-inclusive and has eight main dining restaurants, two with 4-Diamond certifications and one with the 5-Diamond award.
  • Indulge in soothing massages and ancient holistic rituals that restore and renew at the SE Spa. This is one of the six spas in Mexico to receive a Forbes Five-Star accolade.
  • Children aged between 4 and 12 can enjoy special programs at the kids’ club.
  • Engage in many activities including snorkeling, diving, Isla Mujeres luxury sailing adventure, zip-lining at Xel-Ha, whale shark excursions, swimming with dolphins, beach volleyball, exploring the sacred places of the Mayan civilization, kayaking, and golf.

Perks when booking through LBL Travel:

  • Complimentary one-way private airport transfer (from airport to the hotel)
  • $50 USD-equivalent Spa Services credit per person, per day
  • Room upgrade & early-in/late check-out, subject to availability

Hotel Escenia

Hotel Escenica
Hotel Escenica

Location: Playa del Carmen, Mexico – 45 miles from Cancun International airport

Highlights:

  • Hotel Esencia, once the beachside villa of an Italian duchess, is set on a secluded, 50-acre estate of lush gardens on pristine Xpu-ha Beach.
  • The resort has eclectic-style accommodation with five rooms, three villas, and 37 suites.
  • Enjoy the sun on a private beautiful powdery white sand beach or at one of the pools.
  • The resort has three simple yet sophisticated restaurants that draw from Mexico’s eclectic regional cuisines.
  • Esencia Spa integrates hallmarks of modern well-being with ancient customs of cultivating beauty, balance, and peace.
  • Engage in many activities including exploring the sacred places of the Mayan civilization, diving, snorkeling, sailing, golf, horseback riding, deep-sea fishing, kiteboarding, paddleboarding, and yoga.

Perks when booking through LBL Travel:

  • Daily full breakfast for two guests per bedroom
  • $100 USD-equivalent Spa Services credit
  • Room upgrade & early-in/late check-out, subject to availability

Plan your luxury beach resort vacation in Mexico

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