Riviera Maya Resorts & Spas

The Riviera Maya is a little bit of paradise and a whole lot of fun that extends about 75 miles along the Yucatan Peninsula on the Caribbean shores of Mexico. You can book a cheap flight to the Riviera Maya with Expedia.com and be on your way to MX for a perfect beach vacation just about any time of the year. There are hundreds of beach resorts on the Riviera Maya from which to choose, including all-inclusive, spa resorts, and boutique hotels that are perfect for romantic getaways or family vacations.

Resorts include adults-only suites with views of the sea where you can be sure to get some peace and quiet. If you are traveling with your family, you can get all the childcare you need so that you can take some time off. Many all-inclusive Riviera Maya resorts offer babysitters and have a wealth of fun stuff for children to do right in the resort, including free bicycles, surf and boogie boards, tennis, and volleyball. You can find cheap hotels in Riviera Maya as well as hostels that cater to young, and not so young, backpackers.

If you have some flexibility in timing your vacation through Expedia.com to one of the all-inclusive Riviera Maya resorts, you may want to visit in the dry season. The best weather is between late November and April. However, as with any vacation destination, the rates at Riviera Maya, Mexico, resorts are typically higher during the peak season. July through August and December through January are the most popular seasons. The rest of the year is considered the off-season and boasts smaller crowds, except for Easter vacation when locals and visitors rush to the beach.

The Riviera Maya is also home to some of the most fascinating natural and historical landmarks in Mexico. Two of the top Mayan ruins are the port at Tulum and Chichen Itza. The centerpiece at Chichen Itza is the Kukulkan pyramid as well as walking trails through a complex of Mayan ruins and temples. The famous Cenote Sagrado is also nearby. In Tulum, the ruins are on top of an outcropping that overlooks the sea, providing spectacular views, especially in the early morning.

At the best resorts in Riviera Maya, you can expect excellent amenities, including free Wi-Fi, refrigerators, and bottled water. All hotels offer at least one swimming pool, beach access with umbrellas, and lounge chairs. A Riviera Maya spa will offer full spa treatments, including in-room massages and relaxing rubdowns on the beach after a long day of surfing. Most resorts also offer easy access to golf courses, water sports such as windsurfing, water skiing lessons, skydiving, and eco-tours. Resorts typically house at least one, and sometimes several, excellent on-site restaurants to please even the most discerning palate. Some even have nightclubs and discos. Your suite is like a home away from home with slippers, bathrobes, and DVD players.

The Riviera Maya is in one of the most fascinating natural environments in the world, home to breathtaking cenotes and caves. These natural wonders are created by an underground river that runs the length of the peninsula. The Rio Secreto has seemingly endless rooms and passageways full of stalactites and stalagmites that have transformed it into a magical underground world. The area also offers some of the best scuba diving in the Caribbean with the Cenote Dos Ojos in Playa Del Carmen where certified divers can explore miles of underground rivers and discover hidden caverns. Other sites include statues hidden only to people standing on the shore. Divers can see the monumental underwater museum created by Jamie Gonzales Cano. It contains more than 500 permanent, life-size sculptures of people, which are fast becoming home to the local marine life. If diving’s not your thing, you’re in luck. There is one exhibition that is only for snorkelers.

If a Caribbean vacation is on your wish list, look for resort deals and cheap flights to Riviera Maya. Along with the beautiful, silky beaches and crystal-clear water, you'll experience some of the most fascinating historical and natural wonders in the Caribbean. Expedia.com will get you more discounts when you book in advance, so check out our deals today and get ready for the adventure of a lifetime.