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Mayan Palace

Enjoy multiple outdoor pools, beach access, and dining at Mayan Palace, a polished 4.4★ hotel in Playa del Carmen near Cancun Airport and local attractions.

Playa del Carmen, Carretera Federal Cancún Km. 48, 77710 Riviera Maya, Q.R., Mexico View on map
8.8/10
Very Good Based on 13440 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Breakfast Free parking Accessible Outdoor pool
What recent guests emphasize

Comfortable beachfront resort with attentive service

Guests consistently highlight the polished accommodations, excellent customer service, and scenic beachfront pools, while noting some accessibility challenges and pricing considerations. The resort suits families, nature lovers, and those seeking a relaxing getaway.

Guests often praise

  • Friendly, attentive staff and excellent guest services, including fast problem resolution
  • Spacious, clean rooms with appealing views of palm trees and ocean proximity
  • Multiple beautiful and well-maintained outdoor pools with relaxing atmospheres
  • Diverse on-site dining options, especially steakhouses and local restaurants
  • Convenient shuttle and tram services throughout the large resort grounds

Worth knowing

  • The resort is extensive, which may require trams or taxis; walking distances can be long
  • Beach access is available but some areas have rocky shorelines, limiting water enjoyment
  • On-site shops and restaurants tend to be pricier than local alternatives
  • Accessibility can be challenging due to the spread-out layout, despite designated accessible rooms and services
  • The hotel is located some distance from major Mayan Riviera attractions, so transport arrangements are advisable

Best for

  • Families seeking kid-friendly facilities and beachfront fun
  • Travelers looking for a relaxing, nature-infused resort experience with jungle vibes
  • Guests who appreciate attentive service and convenient onsite amenities
  • Visitors wanting a polished hotel within a larger beachfront resort complex
  • Those interested in nearby entertainment such as Cirque du Soleil’s Joyà show
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About this property

Welcome to Mayan Palace

Located along the beachfront in Playa del Carmen, Mayan Palace is a polished hotel set within a large resort complex surrounded by lush grounds. The property offers multiple outdoor pools, spa facilities, and easy beach access, creating a balanced environment for both relaxation and activity.

Guests benefit from practical amenities such as free Wi-Fi, breakfast options, free parking, and an airport shuttle service. Room features include air conditioning and room service, while on-site dining options and bars provide convenience without the need to leave the resort. Families will find the hotel kid-friendly, though it is not pet-friendly.

The resort’s location is about 22 km from local cultural attractions like the Museo Frida Kahlo Riviera Maya and roughly a 27-minute drive from Cancun International Airport. Nearby recreational activities range from golf at Iberostar Playa Paraíso Golf Club to entertainment at the Joyà by Cirque du Soleil show, offering a variety of experiences outside the property.

Guest reviews highlight attentive and friendly staff, well-maintained pools and beach areas, and a spacious, clean atmosphere. Some guests have noted challenges for those with limited mobility due to the resort’s expansive layout, and the rocky beach may not suit all preferences. Overall, Mayan Palace is a practical choice for visitors seeking a resort-style stay with ample amenities and access to regional points of interest.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Breakfast
Free parking
Accessible
Outdoor pool
Air-conditioned
Laundry service
Business center
Beach access
Room service
Kid-friendly
Restaurant
Airport shuttle
Hot tub
Spa
Fitness center
Bar

Not available at this property

Pet-friendly
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

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Camille Guzman Apr 17, 2026
10

Although my first day was a bit hectic as there was no toilet paper and the phone did not work, the guest services quickly resolved it the matter and even offered a change of room. The bathroom is spacious and over all the room is great. It’s rather close to everything walking distance. The pools and beach areas are phenomenal. Customer service is 100/100. I highly recommend.

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Jennie Spohn Mar 21, 2026
10

Excellent guest services and very friendly staff! The views from our room are glorious with palm trees, and blue skies. We are so close to the ocean, which was the main reason to get away. Our room is equipped with everything we needed. I am here with my husband and my youngest daughter and a close friend who recently lost his wife to cancer. It has been a time of healing and renewal for all of us. We feel very safe here and everyone is so friendly and accommodating. We took a taxi to Costco and bought a few items for our room for the week which was so convenient, only 30 minutes away. We also enjoyed the local restaurants here at the Mayan. The pool is on a whole other level, absolutely exquisite.

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Dr. Natalie Parker-Holliman Mar 05, 2026
8.0

Very beautiful resort with a jungle theme. Not the best for individuals with disabilities. They offer accessible rooms and special transportation, but the resort is so spread out that you still have far to walk to get to desired buildings and events. Loved the people and service in all locations of the resort. The hand to heart geasture is amazing and make us feel.so special. They are so nice. The beach is rocky and it hard to enjoy the water for the large rocks. Also all 4 piers are broken and unusable with caution signs posted. Housekeeping rocks as they come twice a day.

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Andrea Rivera Mar 03, 2026
10

We always stay here whenever we come visit Cancun. The employees are very friendly, the shops are reasonable in price. They have access to the beach.

DJ
David Johnson Feb 12, 2026
10

Luis Perez is an amazing concierge! He’s a joy to be around and understands what hospitality truly is. The resort is very beautiful. Definitely a jungle experience. You are up close with the wildlife, the flamingos, crocodiles, iguanas, coati (raccoons), are all reach out and touchable La JOYÀ is an amazing show! Highly recommend! Quinto serves the most tender and juicy steaks! Definitely the best meal we had all week. Jade botique serves delicious crepes The pools are all so wonderful! The service is top notch. Every waiter, server, host, busboy, every employee worked ri make our trip fantastic!

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Andrés Fontes Feb 01, 2026
10

Staff is really attentive and gentle. Restaurants and shopping stores inside the hotel offer a good variety of food/products. Generally speaking both are pricey. Hotel location is faraway from attractions on Mayan Riviera, so you need to consider taxi or shuttle for any local trip.

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dre7915 Jan 28, 2026
10

Absolutely amazing ! I’m sitting at a Cabana at the pool writing this review . The staff is great ! Customer service a 10/10! They truly care that you are satisfied and have a great experience. The pool is huge and so clean never over crowded . The beach is beautiful and the vibe is amazing . The steak house is so good and the food is to die for ! We are also going to try the Italian restaurant and Havana Moon down at the beach . We have heard they are very good also . The drinks are great not watered down like at some all inclusive resorts . Happy hour is from 12-2 pm every day . Great prices on drinks . The resort is huge but we never had to wait more than 5 min for a tram . They take you everywhere so while it takes time but we never had to walk . Our room is updated and clean ! We are staying at Mayan palace and we’re impressed . We will upgrade to Grand Mayan next time . I have nothing negative to say about staying here it this property. Book here you won’t regret it .

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francisco trejo Dec 27, 2025
10

Loved our stay at the Mayan Palace from 1 to 10 definitely a 10 too bad we had to leave a day earlier due to a tropical storm.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Mayan Palace

Mayan Palace, Quintana Roo, Mexico

Part of a sprawling resort on lush grounds along a beach, this polished hotel is 22 km from artwork at the Museo Frida Kahlo Riviera Maya and 36 km from Cancun International Airport.

  • Cancun International Airport 27 min Car
  • Aeropuerto Internacional de Tulum Felipe Carrillo Puerto 1 hr 51 Car
  • Cozumel International Airport 1 hr 54 Car
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Quintana Roo. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Iberostar Playa Paraíso Golf Club 272 reviews

Iberostar Playa Paraíso Golf Club

Carr. Chetumal, Carr. Cancún - Tulum 309, 77710 Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico

4.5 · Golf Course
Jungala Aqua Experience 917 reviews

Jungala Aqua Experience

Entrada por estacionamiento de Cirque du Soleil JOYÀ Carretera Federal, Cancun - Chetumal km 48, 77710 Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico

4.5 · Water Park
Joyà by Cirque du Soleil 7,668 reviews

Joyà by Cirque du Soleil

Carretera Federal, Cancun - Chetumal Km 48, 77710 Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico

4.8 · Circus
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