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Paradisus Playa Del Carmen vs Viceroy Riviera Maya, a Luxury Villa Resort

Both hotels are recommended by expert reviewers. Overall, Viceroy Riviera Maya ranks significantly better than Paradisus Playa Del Carmen La Esmeralda. Viceroy Riviera Maya is ranked #2 in Playa del Carmen with accolades from 7 publications including Oyster, Gayot and Travel + Leisure.

Paradisus Playa Del Carmen
Paradisus Playa Del Carmen
8 / 10
5a Avenida Esquina Calle 112, Playa del Carmen 77719
From $311 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
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Star Service Star Service
"Situated on the northern fringe of Playa del Carmen, 2 kilometers north of Avenida Quinta nightlife, this is big, bubbly resort wing of Spain's Melia chain." Full review
Oyster Oyster
All-Inclusive
"One of the best family-friendly, all-inclusive resorts... this luxury property is located directly on the Caribbean and includes access to a white sand beach." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"This all-inclusive offers flash and class in a Vegas-meets-cruise ship environment with 14 restaurants, 11 bars, and nearly 1,000 rooms scattered between two buildings." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"Luxurious all-inclusive resort houses 512 luxury suites, including 56 swim-up suites, 122 Family Concierge suites and two Presidential suites, allowing for two and three-bedroom suite configurations." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
7.0
"This family-friendly beachside resort has 14 restaurants, 16 bars, and is perfect for active children." Full review
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Viceroy Riviera Maya, a Luxury Villa Resort
Viceroy Riviera Maya, a Luxury Villa Resort
8 / 10
Playa Xcalacoco Frac 7, Riviera Maya, Quintana Roo 77710
From $525 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
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Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"With just 41 private villas, the Viceroy Riviera Maya attracts couples looking for a quiet, romantic retreat." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Formerly the Tides Riviera Maya." Full review
Star Service 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." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Punta Bete's most luxurious jungle-beach resort is as romantic and exotic as ever." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"Viceroy's signature urban-chic style blends seamlessly into its beachfront setting."
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