The all-inclusive Iberostar Paraiso Maya hotel is located right on the beach in the Riviera Maya region of Mexico. Celebrating the history and culture of the region, this Playa del Carmen resort has incorporated authentic Mayan design and materials throughout, from the large replica of the Chichen Itza pyramid emerging from the treetops to the artifact-filled museum. This all-suites hotel is popular with families, couples and leisure travelers due to its sandy beaches, proximity to various local attractions and its excellent amenities.

Resort buildings are nestled among lush greenery on the sprawling property, connected by picturesque walkways featuring fountains, oversized native sculptures and colorful flora. Striking carved statues in the lobby greet guests as they check in, and the Mayan theme is continued with enormous decorative vases and furnishings accented with traditional materials like brass, bronze and limestone. Suites are furnished with one king-size or two double beds and have integrated sitting areas and private furnished balconies. Unique architectural details like carved moldings, bamboo-screen walls and arches evoke the same native vibe. Cool marble floors, bold red linens, rich wood furnishings and bold accent walls complete the decor. En suite bathrooms are equipped with a shower and Jacuzzi or soaking tub. Some suites boast outdoor Jacuzzis and hammock swings.

The resort offers several specialty restaurants in addition to the main buffet. El Tapatio serves Mexican cuisine, while La Geisha restaurant serves Japanese fare in a festive atmosphere with shared teppanyaki tables. Guests in the mood for “surf” can head to La Marina for fresh seafood, while those who prefer “turf” opt for El Rancho for succulent steaks and other grilled options. Adults can enjoy an upscale romantic dinner at French restaurant L’Etoile. The resort also has a number of bars, such as the Beach Bar and Lobby Bar, where visitors can enjoy their favorite tropical beverage or cocktail, and an ice cream parlor, El Mirador.

From the beach to the swimming pools, lazy river and wave pool, the Iberostar Paraiso Maya is truly a playground for kids and adults. There are facilities for archery, tennis, fitness, yoga and kayaking as well as a PADI Dive Center offering adventurous guests diving courses or snorkeling and scuba excursions. The hotel also provides plenty of variety in the way of entertainment. There are bars and nightclubs for adults, and for children there is Lucy’s Mini Club, where younger guests can play, watch movies or participate in other supervised activities. El Spa is the Iberostar’s adults-only spa, offering a broad menu of body and beauty treatments designed to relax and revitalize. It boasts 28 treatment rooms, a wet spa with Vichy showers, various types of baths, steam rooms and saunas, and even an authentic Temazcal.