Ocean Riviera Paradise Eden by the beach  

On Playa del Carmen's shoreline, this beachfront all-inclusive resort sits about 6 km from the city center. Nearby draws include Xcaret Eco Theme Park, Wet n' Wild, the El Rey ruins, Quinta Avenida and El Camaleón Mayakoba Golf Course.

Mediterranean-style property with 782 guestrooms offering free minibar items, LED TVs, desks and laptop-compatible safes in many rooms. Rooms come with showers, complimentary toiletries and hair dryers, while the grounds mix relaxed resort design with spots for yoga, diving and spa recovery.

Spa treatments, five outdoor pools and a complimentary water park set the pace for family-friendly fun; there’s also a nightclub, poolside bars, and a fitness center. Extras include a casino, bowling and ping-pong, a library, kids’ playrooms, concierge services, on-site parking and tour assistance — perfect for wake-up-to-sea-breeze mornings and active beach days.

A business center and meeting/board-room options make work easy, plus 24-hour front desk, dry cleaning/laundry and complimentary wireless internet to keep you connected.

Eleven on-site restaurants cover a range of tastes, including at least one French option, with snacks available at a coffee shop/cafe and room service during limited hours. Ten bars and four pool bars keep cocktails and cold drinks flowing throughout the day and night.