Just returned from a week in this beautiful resort. Weather was wonderful. We had read that the bugs were going to be a problem, but we saw very few & they weren't a problem, didn't need our repellant at all. Lots of things to do at this resort, entertainment wise, sports etc. Really enjoyed the water aerobics. Food was very... more

We were impressed with the Palace -- the rooms were nice and spacious, the beds were comfortable, and the restaurants were very good. The wait staff in the buffet restaurants, as well as the waiters in the French restaurant and steakhouse, were excellent. We were disappointed when the hotel tried to gouge us for an extra night stay when our... more

We have been around the Carribean (Dominican, Mexico, Jamaica, Aruba) and have stayed at ~12 all inclusives. This place is great. A little pricey, but worth it. We have 7 & 9 yr old boys, and we're going back in Feb 2010 with 2 other families. Good food, lots of activities and a great location. A real price-performer in our... more

We had an amazing week at Barcelo! The beach there is awesome, we snorkeled right there near the hotel daily and loved it! The staff was always very friendly and helpful with everything, including booking our excursions. We loved the restaurants there as well (although some were better than others). I recommend bringing your own snorkel gear to make things... more

This was my very first stay at an all-inclusive resort, and after much research, I'm SO glad my boyfriend and I chose this one. I have no idea how anyone could have a bad time at Barcelo and I'm totally baffled by the fact that there are any bad reviews at all. I would recommend other travelers to arrive in... more

My husband and I and our 2-year old daughter had a waterfront room (which was a room facing the pool, not the sea) and my daughter and her friend had a non-waterfront room. My husband and I were upgraded to the waterfront by paying approximately 50% more than a regular room for the premium service. Premium service also included top... more

We have stayed at many all-inclusive resorts, but the Barcelo Maya Palace is top of our list of vacation destinations. The food was excellent, the rooms clean and spacious, and the grounds beautiful. The staff was hard-working and attentive. They always had a smile on their faces. The Palace offered top-shelf liquors and delicious drinks. The a la carte restaurants,... more

We just returned from a trip to the Barcelo Maya Palace in November 2009, travelling with 2 teenage girls and a 10-year-old boy. Overall, the place is wonderful and beautifully maintained, with lots of things to do. First, the Palace is big! If you have small kids, prepare to walk a lot between your room, the restaurants, the lobby, the... more

I traveled to this resort with my 16 year old son as a birthday present for him....(I promised we would go scuba diving for his 16th birthday!). I chose this resort after tremendous research and we both absolutely loved it! We travelled in July of 09 when there might have been the fear of the flu, but we got not... more