Caribbean Paradise Hotel Boutique & Spa by BFHvsGrand Velas Riviera Maya
Both hotels are recommended by those who travel for a living. Overall, Grand Velas Riviera Maya ranks significantly higher than Koox Caribbean Paradise Hotel. Grand Velas Riviera Maya has a TripExpert Score of 90 with accolades from 8 sources including Condé Nast Traveler, Oyster and Jetsetter.
Caribbean Paradise Hotel Boutique & Spa by BFH
 Frommer's
5th Avenida Norte Esq. Constituyentes, Playa del Carmen 77710
From $82/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Concierge
 - Restaurant
 - Smoking Rooms
 
 "Clean, comfortable, basic rooms right in a central location are the main draw at this modest budget hotel next to Ah Cacao." Full review
Grand Velas Riviera Maya
 Jetsetter
 Oyster
 Travel + Leisure
 Condé Nast Traveler
 Star Service
 Afar Magazine
 The Telegraph
 Frommer's
 Lonely Planet
Carretera Cancun Tulum Km. 62, Municipio de Solidaridad, Quintana Roo, Playa del Carmen 77710
From $961/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Hot Tub
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Free Breakfast
 - Laundry Service
 
 "All-inclusive resort near Playa Del Carmen with luxurious accommodations for family, business and romantic vacationers." Full review
 All-Inclusive
 "The Grand Velas -- set on over 80 acres of mangroves that meet a postcard-perfect beach of white sand and turquoise waters -- is one of Riviera Maya’s most sophisticated properties." Full review
 "The activities desk will arrange an excursion to the Rio Secreto, a recently discovered underground river and cave system (four-hour trips from $69)." Full review
 "At this "modern, beautifully designed beachfront all-inclusive," the light-blue and turquoise exterior reflects the waterfront setting, while the curved architecture mimics the waves." Full review
 "This hotel posts some of the highest all-inclusive rates to be found along the Riviera Maya. That many of its guests are happy to pay is indicative of the quality that runs throughout this over-the-top resort." Full review
 "The AAA Five-Diamond Grand Velas Riviera Maya features 491 spacious suites boasting sweeping views of the shimmering Caribbean Sea or lush jungle vegetation." Full review
9.0
 "This resort is a true goliath with 531 rooms spread across a 200-acre beachside plot, six restaurants, two huge gyms and seven bars." Full review
 "Wows guests with award-winning restaurants, an outstanding spa, and suites worthy of a world-class hotel...the jungle setting adds a sense of peaceful seclusion." Full review
 "The mother of all beach resorts, the sprawling Grand Velas boasts one of the best spas on the coast; an azure, free-form infinity pool... and the list goes on." Full review