Paradisus Riviera Cancun Resort is a luxurious all-inclusive hotel located in Puerto Morelos, a few miles from Cancun, Mexico. The resort is surrounded by a lush tropical mangrove preserve and is close to several championship golf courses, shopping centers, restaurants and nightclubs; it is also near remarkable Cancun attractions like the ruins of Tulum and the Xel-Ha ecological water park. The resort’s easy access to local attractions, as well as its all-suites accommodations, full-service amenities and award-winning spa, appeal to families, couples and singles seeking a memorable Mexico vacation.

The hotel comprises 14 charming three-story bungalows, with a palapa-roofed lobby featuring marble floors, Mayan-style lamps, large chandeliers and dark wicker furnishings. Accommodations fall into seven categories of suites, ranging from Deluxe to Family and Royal Service. Rooms have either one king-size or two double beds and are vibrantly decorated with pastel-colored walls and drapes, dark mahogany furniture, native paintings and a lounge area. Each room has a private terrace or balcony with views of the ocean or the lushly landscaped garden. Facilities include cable television, a fully stocked mini bar and en suite baths with European spa-jet showers. Family suites benefit from the services of a concierge, access to a private lounge and a kids club. Guests in Royal Service suites enjoy butler service, access to the Royal Service lounge, complimentary Internet access and preferential reservations at the hotel’s restaurants.

Six restaurants at the Paradisus Riviera Cancun Resort allow guests to sample flavors from around the world. Sumire is an a la carte Asian-fusion restaurant with a sushi bar and teppanyaki tables, while L’Hermitage provides a more romantic dining experience solely for adults, with French-inspired cuisine. Tequila offers guests authentic Mexican favorites, while the Reef Grill specializes in grilled meats and fresh mixed salads. Capri is a more formal restaurant featuring Mediterranean-style decor and serving international fare, and the Caribbean Marketplace presents a buffet of world cuisines. Seven bars serve wine, cocktails and other beverages as part of the all-inclusive package.

Four swimming pools include adults-only and children’s pools, and the on-site water sports center offers snorkeling, scuba diving and sailing. The vast main pool is set just off the sandy shore and surrounded by thatched sunshades. Guests can participate in tennis, ping pong and board games or try their hand at a number of classes like sushi making, wine tasting and tango lessons. Guests also benefit from discounted greens fees at nearby Cancun golf courses, and four large ballrooms and a full-service business center are available for meetings and conferences on site. The Spa at Paradisus Riviera Cancun offers massages and aromatherapy treatments as well as two whirlpools, a steam room, a fitness center and a beauty salon. Cancun shopping tours are offered throughout the week, and evening shows provide entertainment at night.