Riviera Maya
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When to Go

There are well over 240 days of sunshine each year along Riviera Maya, and little rain. Riviera Maya’s weather makes it an ideal vacation spot for sun-worshippers and outdoor sports enthusiasts. Summer temperatures general range in the high 80s and 90s F.

The dry season runs from October through April. May through October is considered the rainy season, with the majority of rain usually concentrated in September and October. Humidity levels are high from March through October. Storms usually pass quickly.

High season is March/April, July/August and during the December holidays. Low season occurs in September/October, which is when you’ll probably find the best deals. Although November through March runs a bit cooler, Riviera Maya is truly a year-round destination.

Region: Cancun & Riviera Maya

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Featured Riviera Maya Hotel

  • Barcelo Maya Palace

    Barcelo Maya Palace

    All-Inclusive AAA Four Diamond Hotel
    Puerto Aventuras
    Our 4.5-Star classification designates those properties with well-appointed, deluxe accommodations, extensive amenities and comprehensive guest services. Expect attention to detail and a warm and hospitable staff ready to cater to your needs. These superb properties offer a truly refined getaway. Half star indicates that the hotel/resort meets all criteria of the designated rating and exceeds in certain areas.
    • All-Inclusive
      All-Inclusive
    • No Golf on Property
      No Golf on Property
    • Honeymoon Amenity
      Honeymoon Amenity
    • Spa Services
      Spa Services
    • Not an Adults Only Property
      Not an Adults Only Property
    • Family Program
      Family Program
    • Beachfront Property
      Beachfront Property
    • No Meal Plans Available
      No Meal Plans Available
    • No Condominium Units
      No Condominium Units
    • Free Wi-Fi
      Free Wi-Fi

    Located on Riviera Maya’s finest beach, this all-suite, resort offers six restaurants, five bars, three pools, a water park, and more.

    • All-Inclusive
      All-Inclusive
    • No Golf on Property
      No Golf on Property
    • Honeymoon Amenity
      Honeymoon Amenity
    • Spa Services
      Spa Services
    • Not an Adults Only Property
      Not an Adults Only Property
    • Family Program
      Family Program
    • Beachfront Property
      Beachfront Property
    • No Meal Plans Available
      No Meal Plans Available
    • No Condominium Units
      No Condominium Units
    • Free Wi-Fi
      Free Wi-Fi

    Located on Riviera Maya’s finest beach, this all-suite, resort offers six restaurants, five bars, three pools, a water park, and more.

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Fast Facts

Riviera Maya is approximately 50 miles south of Cancun. The drive from Cancun to Riviera Maya typically takes 80 minutes.  Both Cancun & Riviera Maya share an airport, the Cancun International Airport.

The elusive jaguar found throughout the Riviera Maya’s jungles is the largest wildcat in the Americas, measuring more than six feet long.

Riviera Maya is home to three of the world’s largest underwater cave systems. Its entry points are fresh-water limestone holes known as Cenotes (pronounced say-noh-tays). These otherworldly entryways were once believed to be sacred by the ancient Mayans. Even today, their natural beauty continues to elicit feelings of awe.

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