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Banyan Tree Mayakoba vs Viceroy Riviera Maya, a Luxury Villa Resort
Both Viceroy Riviera Maya and Banyan Tree Mayakoba are recommended by expert reviewers. Overall, Viceroy Riviera Maya scores slightly higher than Banyan Tree Mayakoba. Viceroy Riviera Maya comes in at #2 in Playa del Carmen with positive reviews from 7 reviewers like Star Service, Travel + Leisure and Oyster.
Banyan Tree Mayakoba
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Carretera Federal, Playa del Carmen 77710
From $559 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
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."
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Condé Nast Traveler
96.0
"This first foray into the Americas by the Asian hotel chain is set amid dunes, mangroves, and freshwater lagoons."
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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."
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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."
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Gayot
"Mayan design enjoys sleek modern influences at this resort on the Yucatan Peninsula."
Viceroy Riviera Maya, a Luxury Villa Resort
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Star Service
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Playa Xcalacoco Frac 7, Riviera Maya, Quintana Roo 77710
From $525 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Oyster
Luxury
"With just 41 private villas, the Viceroy Riviera Maya attracts couples looking for a quiet, romantic retreat."
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Travel + Leisure
"Formerly the Tides Riviera Maya."
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Star Service
"Apt alternatives include Hotel Esencia, A Seaside Estate and Belmond Maroma, though the wow-factor here is tailored in private, freestanding huts that create unique worlds unto themselves."
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Fodor's
"Punta Bete's most luxurious jungle-beach resort is as romantic and exotic as ever."
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Gayot
"Viceroy's signature urban-chic style blends seamlessly into its beachfront setting."
