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Occidental at Xcaret Destination vs Grand Velas Riviera Maya
Both hotels are praised by those who travel for a living. Overall, Grand Velas Riviera Maya is preferred by most professionals compared to Occidental at Xcaret Destination. Grand Velas Riviera Maya comes in at #3 in Playa del Carmen with positive reviews from 8 publications including Jetsetter, Afar Magazine and The Telegraph.
Occidental at Xcaret Destination
Travel + Leisure
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Carretera Federal Chetumal-Puerto Juarez Km. 282, #307, Solidaridad, Playa del Carmen 77710
From $198 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Travel + Leisure
"This Riviera Maya resort borders the eco-archaeological Xcaret Park and offers everything from snorkeling to spa treatments."
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Star Service
"Located next to the ecopark Xcaret, 5 kilometers south of Playa del Carmen, this low-profile, high-capacity property (it has close to 800 guest rooms) has an airy jungle atmosphere."
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Fodor's
"In such an enormous all-inclusive, it's surprising to find the excellent service that you get here."
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Request a top-floor room if you want to escape pool noise.
Oyster
Upscale
"Massive, 900-room Hotel Xcaret is an eco-minded, upscale all-inclusive resort that draws equal amounts of families and couples thanks to its plethora of on-site features and free access to area parks."
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Grand Velas Riviera Maya
Jetsetter
Oyster
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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
Jetsetter
"All-inclusive resort near Playa Del Carmen with luxurious accommodations for family, business and romantic vacationers."
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Oyster
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."
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Travel + Leisure
"The activities desk will arrange an excursion to the Rio Secreto, a recently discovered underground river and cave system (four-hour trips from $69)."
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Condé Nast Traveler
"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."
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Star Service
"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."
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