Enjoy free Wi-Fi, beach access, and spa at Barcelo Riviera Maya Arena. Rated 4 stars with 217 reviews, near Cenote Azul and Cancun International Airport.
Guests highlight excellent service, beautiful surroundings, and dining variety, while also noting some on-site cost considerations. The hotel suits visitors focused on relaxation, beach access, and family-friendly recreation.
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Barcelo Riviera Maya Arena is a four-star hotel located on an unnamed road in the Riviera Maya, Quintana Roo, Mexico. The property offers a range of amenities including free Wi-Fi, paid breakfast, free parking, an outdoor pool, air conditioning, laundry service, beach access, room service, a restaurant, and a spa. Check-out is available at 12:00 PM, while check-in details are unspecified.
The hotel is well suited for visitors interested in sightseeing and recreational activities, with a solid score reflecting its suitability for exploring the local area. Nearby attractions include Cenote Azul, known for swimming and snorkeling in its clear water, Cenote Jardín Del Eden, a lagoon surrounded by forest offering scuba diving opportunities, and Playa Xpu-Ha, a popular beach for diving and snorkeling with lounge chairs and adjacent dining options.
Guest reviews highlight the friendly and attentive staff, especially at the on-site restaurants, with compliments on the variety and freshness of food. The setting is described as private and peaceful, appealing to families and couples alike. However, some guests note that prices for essentials like toiletries and sun care products within the resort are high, which may be a consideration for travelers.
Close proximity to several other Barceló properties and well-known resorts provides additional options for visitors in the area. The hotel is accessible within approximately one hour by car from Cancun International Airport, making it convenient for international and regional travelers. Overall, Barcelo Riviera Maya Arena offers a comfortable and well-equipped stay for guests seeking a mix of relaxation and access to local natural attractions.
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Me and my husband went for our Honey Moon and the everything was amazing the staff is very wonderful and kind! On our second to last night we had dinner at Restaurant Agave, and our servers Jose Lima and Hermelindo Kauil were amazing! They went above and beyond and were super nice and helped us with any questions / recommendations! Totally recommend this place as a whole. They also got us a little cake and some sombreros and sang to us :)
What a wonderful place full of smiles, family, entertainment, beautiful architecture, beaches, pools, and hotels It’s very private and secluded which what i love! The service was superb! Truly paradise on earth! Great place for families to have a wonderful time creating memories. The FOODDD delicious fresh and so much options to choose from! The only negative thing(s) I can point out here is be sure you bring your tooth paste, Advil, Hair brush children medicine, lotions, brush, sun block, and sun tan lotion. It’s very expensive, I mean very expensive to purchase these items at the resort!
I stayed her in December of 2021. This resort has been the best I have ever stayed in! I’ve been from Cancun to Cozumel to Cabo San Lucas and the Barcelo Riviera Maya is still the best! Great food, beach and rooms!
My wife and I stayed at the Barcelo Maya Riviera for 10 days and are considering returning next year around the same time. We spoke with Vanesa Vazquez in Guest Services and were given some wonderful advice on our future booking. Thank you so much for your assistance!
I had a great time at this resort. The location is just perfect. The food was alright. The drinks were good not to much water down. The restaurants were truly a wonderful experience. It definitely is worth The money.
Out experience was amazing, rooms, food and amenities were on point, will definitely be back. Jennifer / Grace were amazing!
I would really rate this a 4.66 if I could. The adults only aspect was phenomenal! Rooms and service we the best I’ve ever experienced. Large variety of restaurants included with the stay. The beach and pool were like something you read about in vacation brochures. My only knock was the buffet foods were good, not great. Plenty of variety to choose from.
Really nice place to relax . I had a good time with my husband for our wedding anniversary. The beach is beautiful and peaceful, and the pools are big , clean, and fancy. The bar opens all the time when we need a drink . The restaurants are good and very special: the French Restaurant, The Mexican bar restaurant and the Mexican restaurant ( our favorites). The buffet on the morning and lunch time are fresh and good taste . We highly recommend this place..!
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