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Mayan Palace 2BR, Gold Crown Resort on Riviera Maya

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A resort with multiple swimming pools surrounded by palm trees and thatched-roof structures.
A golf course with a flagstick, palm trees, and a building with a unique architectural design in the background.
A wooden pier leading to a thatched-roof structure over the ocean.
A lobby with a large stone sculpture, a reception desk, and a thatched roof ceiling.
An interior with a bar area, wooden flooring, and hanging lanterns.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Swimming pool
  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Riviera Maya, QROO
  • Place, Nicklaus Design Golf Course
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Paraiso Golf Course
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Maroma Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Mayan Palace 2BR, Gold Crown Resort on Riviera Maya

Relax on the wonderful beaches at this beautiful resort. Or, swim in multiple beautiful pools or the lazy river. Enjoy many on site activities, or visit nearby Mayan ruins or travel the short distances to Cancun or Playa del Carmen.
Play the onsite 18 hole Jack Nicholas Golf Course or visit the spa and fitness center. There are also 4 tennis courts, 3 swimming pools, nightly entertainment, snorkeling, scuba diving, and kayaks for your enjoyment. Activities are also offered for the children. There are also multiple gourmet restaurants on property.
Your unit includes a fully furnished kitchen, marble bathroom, air conditioning, and cable TV. Sleeps up to 8, with King bed in the master bedroom and two queen beds in the lockout bedroom. A fold out couch is available in the living room. Each room is elegantly furnished, with beautiful views.
Also available are rooms in similar resorts in Acapulco, Los Cabos, Mazatlan, Nuevo Vallarta, & Puerto Penasco. You choose.
Be sure to visit the new Cirque du Soleil show, JOYA, at the beautiful venue on the Property.
PLEASE NOTE: All rentals would be in 1 week increments beginning on Friday, Saturday, Sunday, or Monday.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before noon
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Reasonable care of the property is expected. Any damage to the property will be billed to guest's credit card by the resort.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 676597vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Playa del Carmen

Playa del Carmen is home to this condo. Shoppers can check out Quinta Avenida, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Maroma Beach and Puerto Morelos Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Mario Villanueva Madrid or El Rey Polo Country Club. With scuba diving, snorkelling and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Riviera Maya, QROO

What's nearby

  • Nicklaus Design Golf Course - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Playa Paraiso Golf Course - 5 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Maroma Beach - 13 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Playa del Carmen Main Beach - 29 min drive - 25.4 km
  • Xcaret Eco Theme Park - 41 min drive - 35.2 km

Getting around

  • Cancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cena Trattoria By El Faro - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪El Pajarito - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Kiosko Beach Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lobby Bar Acuarium - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Corner Sports Bar - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Mayan Palace 2BR, Gold Crown Resort on Riviera Maya have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Mayan Palace 2BR, Gold Crown Resort on Riviera Maya pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Mayan Palace 2BR, Gold Crown Resort on Riviera Maya?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mayan Palace 2BR, Gold Crown Resort on Riviera Maya?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mayan Palace 2BR, Gold Crown Resort on Riviera Maya?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Mayan Palace 2BR, Gold Crown Resort on Riviera Maya located?

Situated in Playa del Carmen, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Paradise Beach and Nicklaus Design Golf Course. Cirque du Soleil Boutique at Vidanta Riviera Maya is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Derek F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing resort!

The resort is amazing! The staff is wonderful! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic! Appreciate David’s communication and knowledge. He made our rental easy, and we had a lovely time!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paula M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun fun fun

Fantastic
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gina C.

Great property, wonderful family vacation!

Overall experience was awesome. We originally were booked at The Bliss but were changed to the Grand Mayan at check in, not completely sure why. We had a ground floor 2 bedroom unit for my husband, myself and two small children. The space was great, tons of room, two bathrooms and main living room and kitchen area. We looked out to the golf course.. but unfortunately there's a road in between where the shuttle trollies are constantly coming and going (not quiet, or private). After the first night of listening to the trollies we asked to switch rooms and they promptly made the adjustment to the opposite side of the building looking out over the grounds and jungle. MUCH better. We were in building 12 which is about as far away from the main pool area and beach as possible. That is one draw back of the property, it is just so large that to get to the beach from our room was potentially a 3 or 4 min wait for the trolly, a 5 min ride and a good 8 min walk to the beach. It was OK, just a lot of wasted travel time and some complaints from the kids. There is a lot to explore on the property, iguanas everywhere, crocodiles, flamingos and sea life of course. We also attended the Cirque de Soleil show which was wonderful. Even our 2 year old was amazed and captivated nearly the whole time. We made our way through the restaurants which were all top notch. We really enjoyed Blue Fish, Nektar and Cafe de Lago for casual breakfast and lunch. The pools area slightly too cool for my comfort. The first few days of our visit it was very windy and mid 70's which made swimming almost uncomfortable. But the last few days it was calmer and 82 and they felt much more refreshing. I wish the property had hot tubs, a drinking water source in the hotel buildings (had to buy at the store and walk it back every time)... and another coffee shop (line was always extremely long). Overall a great experience and we would return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jared T.

Awesome family vacation!

Had a great time with the family! The pools were large and it didn't feel crowded at all.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

Most memorable vacation for our family!

The Mayan Palace is a fantastic destination for couples and families. This was our 2nd trip to this property, but the first time with this Manager. David was amazing at giving us insights we didn't have, even though we had stayed here before. He made sure we were well taken care of so that everything with our trip would run smoothly. He communicated clearly and quickly with me, which I appreciated as we were trying to plan our travel with a short time frame. We will definitely travel with this Manager again! The hotels of Vidanta are fantastic and this is a resort we plan to attend for many years to come!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

DeeDee D.

We loved the Mayan Palace

It was very accommodating for a family vacation, easy to get around for how huge it is....good food, friendly prompt service, would go back again for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017
Archival

8/10 Good

Ken S.

Grand Mayan Palace -Vidanta Riviera Maya

***THE VRBO LISTING/OWNER CONTACT*** (5 stars) Booked this VRBO listing thru time share owner who provided all details, answered questions promptly and provided his contact phone # to talk to directly. Gave recommendations places to go grocery shopping etc Subsequent to this trip the owner also took initiative to call me to ask how the holiday was. ***ARRIVAL at CANCUN AIRPORT/SHUTTLE TRANSPORTATION to resort*** International travelers arrive at Terminal 3, once you collect your luggage exit thru the front door and locate the "Cancun Bay Excursions" shuttle van service which is contracted out by Vida. You have to pre-register for this shuttle van with Vidanta and remember to print out your confirmation. Airport is a bit overwhelming as multiple planes are arriving at same time and as you exit airport you are approached by numerous time share sales people and others that offer you transportation. Politely say "no thanks" and keep walking. Expect to wait 30+ minutes for your shuttle to transport you to the hotel or take a cab which would cost approx $75 usd. ***Vidanta Riviera Maya resort/ GRAND MAYAN PALACE*** (4.5 stars) Check-in process 45 min.. Originally booked 2 adjoining room at for The Bliss however was upgraded to the Grand Mayan Palace. Once you have checked in, once again expect to be approached by time-share sales staff in the lobby. We booked adjoining rooms as we were travelling with our 2 adult university aged daughters. Rooms were spacious & clean. Common room in between the bedrooms was a kitchenette and living room. Very nice to have as it had a stove, fridge, plates, utensils etc. I would recommend the Grand Mayan Palace (GMP) as building is very new, clean and spacious. The GMP has approx 12 individual buildings which are all 3 stories in height along the jungled area of the resort. Our room, which was on the ground floor faced the main road of the resort. Recommend the quieter jungle side - opposite to the golf course. ***RESTAURANTS*** (4.0 -4.5 stars) There are approx 10 restaurants at the resort Had meals at Havana Moon, Balche, Blue Fish, Del lago, Green Break & Nektar. All very good. Highly recommend the Nektar which is located next to Cirque de Soleil theatre. Saw JOYA show and would recommend! ***BEACH (1 star) &POOLS (4.5 stars) Beach quality is poor as there are numerous rocks. Pool is beautiful. You have to go early to claim beach/pool chairs which is downside. Reserve Cabana 24 hrs advance
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Mayan Palace - Awesome!!!!!

The Mayan Palace is without question an over the top resort! With it's impeccable beauty and natural surroundings it is one of our favorite destination resorts. Strolling over the many raised walkways throughout the resort one feels as though they are in the jungle (especially at night). It is not only fascinating, but actually romantic! The pool is perhaps the best one we have ever enjoyed as it rambles through the resort and takes up several acres. Plenty of chairs to accommodate whether one chooses the pool area or the beautiful sandy beach. Dining was excellent with many restaurant choices and exceptional cuisine...there was not a bad choice in the lot. Our group of three couples used taxis to see the sites of Tulum (Mayan ruins), beautiful town of Playa del Carmen and the smaller quaint towns in both directions of the resort. Our particular unit was luxurious (marble and stone abound) and centrally located with easy access to all amenities. The entire staff and housekeepers were nice, friendly and most helpful. Our experience was amazing and we can't wait to go back. We certainly will choose this particular unit for our next visit! The managers David and Becky were wonderful and a delight. Everything was as promised...and more.

About the host

Hosted by David Luther

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My wife, Becky, and I live in Bristol, TN, on the VA border. We have 3 college age children and love to travel as a family. We have loved our visits to Mexico, and think you will too!

Why they chose this property

This property is spectacularly beautiful, and has enough to do that you will not need to go anywhere else, unless you are adventuresome. The variety of activities available is amazing. The new venue for Cirque du Soleil's performance entitled JOYA is a major addition. The Mayan Palace is one of the most elegant and best maintained properties that we have ever visited.

What makes this property unique

Cirque du Soleil, Jack Nicholas Golf Course, incredible variety of activities and dining options. As a lockoff, it can be split into 1) a 1 bedroom suite with a separate living room & dining area, and 2) a stand alone bedroom.

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