We are RCI members so we traded for a 2 bedroom unit at the mayan palace the week of jan 28-feb 4 2012. The check-in process was relatively quick. They were kind enough o place us in Building one close to the pool as I am 7 months pregnant and we were traveling with little ones. So it started well.... More

2 boys (3 & 4.5). Last year we stayed at the grand mayan, same month. Like last years review I'll avoid the commonplace reviews of the timeshare snag, unswimmable beach, etc. I'll try to concentrate on the kids and the difference btwn the mayan palace and grand mayan. Our weather forecast was overcast and/or showers everyday. We had clouds, some... More

The property is beautiful but very spread out. Make sure you get a room in a lower numbered building. The higher numbered buildings are too far away from from everything. There are golf carts which will take you from your room to the pool/beach/lobby or restaurants but you have a 10-15 minute wait. Walking is possible but that gets old... More

Love this place. We have been there about 10 times now. One of the biggest pools in the world. The property is huge. 18 hole par 3 course. Lots of restaurants varying in prices. It is not an all inclusive. When we arrive we go to Walmart buy our snacks, beer and margarita mixes and ceral for breakfast and eat... More

Just came back from a week with friends. Food was very good, pool excellent (it's huge - lots of chairs), golf course is surprisingly good (not worth $75 around though). It's an executive par 3 with holes ranging from 105 to 275yds. Our wives had a couple of spa sessions and liked it.. Beach is ok. You can't swim there..... More

Stayed Jan20-27, 2012. Fantastic pools, nice beach, pricey but yummy restaurants. Lots of walking take your tennis shoes. We were happy to stay on property for the most part but was nice to go into Playa del Carmen a couple nights during the week. Pool bar tabs added up quickly. Prefer Grand Mayan in Puerto Vallarta over this one because... More

9 of my girlfriends and I just returned from spending a week here. We go an amazing deal through living social for a week and it came out to under $150 per person. FOR. THE. WEEK. Granted, its not an all inclusive, but I have almost no complaints about the place and for the price, It was an amazing time.... More

If you wish to go to the Mayan Riviera in order to lounge by a luxurious pool for a week, the Mayan Palace or Grand Mayan is your goal. The HUGE pool, consisting of many sections, is the largest I've ever seen. Acres large. There are plenty of good chairs, over a hundred palapas, and shade or sun, your choice.... More

My only complant is the regular Mayan Palace room furniture is showing its wear. I have been an owner for 10 years , love the property and the amazing pool. the staff is exceptional / warm friendly , and very helpful. The resturants are great/ moderatly priced,snack bar, grocery store and gift shop. you won't go hungrey and it won't... More