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Grand Velas Riviera Maya

Carr Cancun Tulum Km 62, Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico •
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TOTAL EVENT SPACE:91,547ft²
LARGEST MEETING ROOM:16,760ft²
EVENT ROOMS:28
GUESTROOMS:539
AIRPORT:30 miles
An All-Inclusive Luxury Resort in Riviera Maya

A Destination That Inspires Connection and Celebration

Set between the lush Mayan jungle and the turquoise waters of the Mexican Caribbean, Grand Velas Riviera Maya is an all-inclusive luxury resort where nature, contemporary sophistication, and genuine Mexican hospitality come together.

Just 35 minutes from Cancun International Airport and 10 minutes from Playa del Carmen, the resort features 539 spacious suites across three distinct environments: the secluded jungle setting of Zen Grand, the ocean-view elegance of Ambassador, and the exclusive oceanfront experience of Grand Class.

An AAA Five Diamond resort, Grand Velas Riviera Maya stands out for exceptional service, acclaimed gastronomy—including Michelin-starred Cocina de Autor—a Forbes Five-Star spa, and impressive venues for meetings, incentives, and celebrations.

Resort Highlights

  • 539 luxury all-inclusive suites
  • AAA Five Diamond resort
  • 35 minutes from Cancun International Airport (CUN)
  • 10 minutes from Playa del Carmen
  • Suites starting at 1,184 sq. ft.
  • 89,000+ sq. ft. Forbes Five-Star SE Spa
  • 18 food and beverage outlets
  • Michelin-starred Cocina de Autor
  • 30,000+ sq. ft. Convention Center
  • 28 breakout configurations
  • Five outdoor venues for private events


Luxury Accommodations

Designed to embrace Riviera Maya’s natural surroundings, the resort unfolds across jungle, mangroves, and approximately 1,500 feet of Caribbean coastline.

Zen Grand features 254 suites immersed in the Mayan jungle, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation and mangroves.

Ambassador offers 195 spacious ocean-view suites with convenient access to the beach and resort amenities.

Grand Class features 90 exclusive oceanfront suites, offering privacy, sophistication, and sweeping views of the Caribbean Sea.

All suites start at 1,184 square feet and combine generous living spaces, contemporary design, and thoughtful amenities.

Facilities & Services

World-class service and genuine Mexican hospitality define every stay at Grand Velas Riviera Maya. Sophisticated facilities, personalized attention, and customized services give planners the flexibility to create exceptional incentive programs, meetings, and celebrations.

Culinary Experience

Gastronomy is at the heart of the experience, with 18 food and beverage outlets showcasing flavors from Mexico and around the world.

At the forefront is Cocina de Autor, awarded a Michelin Star, where innovative techniques and imaginative tasting menus redefine the all-inclusive dining experience.

Specialty restaurants, daytime dining, bars, gourmet poolside service, 24-hour in-suite dining, and daily-stocked minibars complete the resort’s extensive culinary offering.

SE Spa

Spanning more than 89,000 square feet, the Forbes Five-Star SE Spa combines contemporary wellness with rituals inspired by ancient traditions.

Its signature Water Ceremony, therapeutic massages, holistic rituals, and personalized treatments create an immersive wellness experience. SE Spa is also certified by Wellness for Cancer.

Meetings, Incentives & Celebrations

The resort’s 30,000+ square-foot Convention Center offers flexible event space for intimate meetings and large-scale programs of up to 2,700 guests, with as many as 28 breakout configurations.

Beyond the Convention Center, five outdoor venues provide spectacular settings among tropical gardens and mangroves, beside the pool, or directly on the Caribbean shoreline.

At Grand Velas Riviera Maya, exceptional hospitality, celebrated gastronomy, transformative wellness, and extraordinary surroundings come together to create meetings, incentives, and celebrations that leave a lasting impression.

AT A GLANCE
Opened
2008
Remodeled
2026
Valet Parking
Free
Other
No Smoking Rooms • No Pets Allowed
TAXES & FEES
Room Tax
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WHAT'S INCLUDED

Hotel Amenities

Business
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast Included
  • 24-Hour Airport Shuttle
  • Business Center
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Childcare Services
  • Wedding Services
  • Concierge Services
  • Gift Shop
  • Medical Service
  • Car Rental
Recreation
  • Beach
  • Spa and Beauty Salon
  • Swimming Pools
  • Fitness Center
  • Minature Golf
  • Volleyball and Soccer
  • Yoga
  • Aerobics and Water Fitness
  • Kayaking and Snorkeling
  • Live Entertainment
  • Picnic Area
  • Children's Club and Game Room
Nearby
  • El Camaleon Golf Club
  • Fitness Center
  • Church of Guadalupe
  • Kool Beach Club
  • Quinta Alegria Shopping Mall
  • ADO International Bus Station
  • Rio Secreto
  • Dolphin Discovery Cozumel

Meeting Space

Capacity Chart
Total Sq Ft
Room Size Ft
Ceiling Ht Ft
Classroom
Theatre
Banquet 10
Reception
Conference
U Shape
GV- Grand Velas
16,760
-
18
1,500
1,800
1,000
N/A
N/A
N/A
A- Alejandra
2,424
-
18
150
200
170
N/A
N/A
N/A
A- Andrea + Monica + Marrisa
2,216
-
18
150
200
170
N/A
N/A
N/A
A- Fernanda
2,216
-
18
150
200
170
N/A
N/A
N/A
Anguiano
640
-
15
24
40
30
N/A
N/A
N/A
GV- Velas 1 - 6
5,587
-
18
500
600
330
N/A
N/A
N/A
GV- Velas 13 - 15
5,587
-
18
500
600
330
N/A
N/A
N/A
GV- Velas 7 - 12
5,587
-
18
500
600
330
N/A
N/A
N/A
Coronel
820
-
15
24
60
40
N/A
N/A
N/A
Lepe
820
-
15
24
60
40
N/A
N/A
N/A
A- Ambassador
7,158
-
18
460
620
520
N/A
N/A
N/A
Diego Rivera
1,184
-
15
40
90
60
N/A
N/A
N/A
Orozco
1,184
-
15
40
90
60
N/A
N/A
N/A
Siqueiros
1,184
-
15
40
90
60
N/A
N/A
N/A
Tamayo
1,184
-
15
40
90
60
N/A
N/A
N/A
Velasco
1,184
-
15
40
90
60
N/A
N/A
N/A
DINING, FOOD & BEVERAGE

On-Site Dining

Grand Velas Riviera Maya
Hot dates
Outdoor Venues
Playa del Carmen, Mexico
Grand Velas Riviera Maya
Dates:
Jan 05, 2027 - Jan 07, 2027
Guestrooms:
50
Hot dates
Outdoor Venues
Playa del Carmen, Mexico
Grand Velas Riviera Maya
Dates:
Jan 15, 2027 - Jan 21, 2027
Guestrooms:
50
Hot dates
Outdoor Venues
Playa del Carmen, Mexico
Grand Velas Riviera Maya
Dates:
Jan 24, 2027 - Jan 30, 2027
Guestrooms:
50
LOCATION & TRANSPORTATION

What's Nearby?

Carr Cancun Tulum Km 62, Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico
Airport
Cancún International Airport is 30 mi / 48 km away