Banyan Tree Mayakoba vs Hotel Riviera del Sol

Both hotels are recommended by expert writers. Overall, Banyan Tree Mayakoba scores significantly better than Hotel Riviera del Sol. Banyan Tree Mayakoba comes in at 80 with recommendations from 5 reviews such as Gayot, Fodor's and oyster.com.

Banyan Tree Mayakoba

Tripexpert score:

8 / 10

Location: Carretera Federal, Playa del Carmen 77710

Price:

From $559 /night

Amenities:

Bar/Lounge
Hot Tub
Free Internet
Room Service
Laundry Service
Concierge

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Expert reviews:

Oyster

Kid-Friendly

"As one might expect from the ultra-luxurious Banyan Tree brand, the Banyan Tree Mayakoba is one of Playa del Carmen's most sought after resorts." Full review

Condé Nast Traveler

96.0

"This first foray into the Americas by the Asian hotel chain is set amid dunes, mangroves, and freshwater lagoons." Full review

Travel + Leisure

World's Best Hotels

"The Banyan Tree, which opened in the lavish Mayakoba coastal development in March 2009, upped the opulence ante with 107 private stand-alone villas." Full review

Fodor's

"In addition to vaulted ceilings, lounge areas, dining rooms, private gardens, and Talavera earthenware sinks, all rooms have outdoor bathtubs and private 376-foot swimming pools—a unique perk." Full review

Gayot