Riviera Maya, MexicoLuis Donaldo Colosio
Paradisus Playa del Carmen - Riviera Maya
Mangrove waterpark playground
Luis Donaldo Colosio Riviera Maya, Mexico
Opened
2011
Price
$$$
Rated for
Resort Luxe WellnessOutside the door
The house
MeliaMangrove waterpark playground
Families spend their days between five water slides, pirate splash zones, and quiet mangrove paths leading to the beach.
What it’s good at
Listed
An outdoor hydrotherapy circuit with hot and cold plunge jacuzzis beside treatment cabins.
What they say
Also in Forbes Travel Guide.
Brimming with activities, from kids clubs to family-friendly exclusive upgrades, this resort elevates the experience beyond typical all-inclusive offerings in the region.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Mangroves and white sand border the grounds. The shops along Fifth Avenue are a short taxi ride away.
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The rooms
Swim-up suites open directly into lagoon channels, with private whirlpool tubs set on their terraces.
Pool, saunas, and gym
Bring a swimsuit.
A thatched bar serves the lagoon pool, and wet and dry saunas sit beside a Technogym fitness center.
The spa
Indoor suites host body rituals using local Mexican honey, and massage cabins sit right along the beach.
At the table
Teppanyaki grills sit under glowing red lanterns, and open-air palapa pavilions look straight out over the pools.
How it began
Two sister properties originally flanked the central plaza before merging into one resort with separate family and adult wings.
Riviera Maya
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.