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Hilton Playa del Carmen, an All-Inclusive Adult Only Resort vs BlueBay Grand Esmeralda

The Royal Playa del Carmen and BlueBay Grand Esmeralda are both highly recommended by professionals. Overall, The Royal Playa del Carmen scores slightly better than BlueBay Grand Esmeralda. The Royal Playa del Carmen ranks #11 in Playa del Carmen with accolades from 6 sources including Star Service, Fodor's and Condé Nast Traveler.

Hilton Playa del Carmen, an All-Inclusive Adult Only Resort
Hilton Playa del Carmen, an All-Inclusive Adult Only Resort
7 / 10
Constituyentes Avenue #2, Playa del Carmen 77780
From $258 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
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Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Spanish-colonial style sets a romantic vibe at this couples-only resort in Playa del Carmen." Full review
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Choose among a handful of restaurants, ranging from an upscale gourmet Mexican-French fusion restaurant to an intimate Spanish tapas joint.
Star Service Star Service
"Royal Playa del Carmen is the glitziest resort in Playa del Carmen proper, overpowering the town's hip little hostelries with a full onslaught of opulence, but it is also the priciest." Full review
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Guests have a number of dining outlets to choose from, including Maria Marie for French-Mexican fusion, oceanfront Pelicanos for Caribbean dishes and Asiana for Japanese fare of both teppanyaki and sushi.
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
Readers' Choice Award
"This beachfront all-inclusive for adults "lives up to its name, with a great beach, great style, and all the trimmings."" Full review
Oyster Oyster
4.0
"This adults-only, luxury all-inclusive property with 507 rooms appeals to both 20- and 30-something couples." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"If you're looking for the royal treatment, this is the place, from butler service and iPad check-in to in-room Jacuzzis and liquor bars." Full review
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BlueBay Grand Esmeralda
BlueBay Grand Esmeralda
7 / 10
Carretera Federal Chetumal- Puerto Juarez km 300, Camino a la Pileta, Playa del Carmen 77710
From $196 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Shuttle Bus
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Jetsetter Jetsetter
"All-inclusive enclave with three pools, six restaurants and a stand-out spa near Playa del Carmen." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"This enormous all-inclusive hotel, set on 180 acres, is located 35 minutes (69 kilometers) south of the Cancun International Airport." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The upper-middle-range hotel has a lot to offer for families and couples who are looking for a low-maintenance beach vacation at a good price." Full review