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Viceroy Riviera Maya, a Luxury Villa Resort vs Royal Hideaway Playacar

Both properties are endorsed by expert writers. On balance, Viceroy Riviera Maya ranks slightly better than Royal Hideaway Playacar. Viceroy Riviera Maya is ranked #2 in Playa del Carmen with accolades from 7 reviews like The Telegraph, Travel + Leisure and Star Service.

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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Royal Hideaway Playacar
Royal Hideaway Playacar
8 / 10
Lote Hotelero No. 6 Fracc., Playa del Carmen 77710
From $295 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Shuttle Bus
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Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
91.4
"Rooms, divided among villas named for flowers, provide Zen-like ambience with "dark wood furniture and Carrera marble"." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"Makes a valiant effort to provide something near to luxury, including an updated all-inclusive option that refrains from tagging guests like cattle." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"This adults-only all-inclusive resort is just a five-minute stroll from Playa del Carmen, so if its activities... aren't sufficient, there's always city entertainment nearby." Full review
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Margaritas on the sandy beach, a dinner theater, an infinity pool surrounded by lounge chairs and staffers who’ll bring all the food and drink you could want." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Art and antiques from around the world fill the lobby, and streams, waterfalls, and fountains fill the grounds of this 13-acre resort on a stretch of pristine beach." Full review
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