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4.5 of 5 stars 68 reviews
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# 15 of 157 hotels in Cancun
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  • Hotel class: 3 of 5
  • Rooms: 200
Description: Beachfront condominium complex situated in the hotel zone across from the Royal Yacht Club and Marina and 8 miles from airport. This description is based on information provided by the hotel.
Address:
Boulevard Kukulcan Retorno Gucumatz
Lote 49 Int. 4 Segunda Etapa
Cancun 77500
Mexico
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“Think twice about the Mayan”

Royal Mayan

3 of 5 stars
kentucky
Apr 6, 2008
1/4 found this review helpful

Just returned from a week with my parents in their time-share there and I was somewhat disappointed with my stay at this property. The waiters and bartenders were rude and surly the entire time - and I was tipping 20% consistently for nothing! They never smiled or spoke with us, just took the orders and gave you the goods. You cannot swim at this beach, too many rocks and always red flag for rip tides. The pools are awesome. No kids activities at this hotel - have to constantly travel to the other Royal properties for any fun kids activities. This location is geared towards the older crowd, for sure. The rooms are okay but nothing special. For the thousands we spent, I think there are alot of other places I could go. The food is totally mediocre except for the one upscale restaurant (The Conquistador), which was fabulous. Skip the place across the street unless you want a huge lobster for huge bucks. The bus service to the other properties is good. The Spa is very over priced unless you have money to burn. We did have a wonderful seaside massage at the Mayan which was the best I ever had, but it would have been $40 more at the spa and not outside by the sea. Needs updating - older property. All the waiters there act like they have a huge chip on their shoulder and don't want to be there - I was shocked. It took me a week to figure out that the hair braiding is done at the Caribbean down in the basement salon - book an appt. as soon as you get there otherwise they can't fit you in. Most ammenities at the Mayan closed now, the exercise room, salon, etc. The Royal lease for that buidling runs out in 5 years and obviously the Royal Resorts are not putting any money or effort into the place. This is a good place if you want to be alone and skip activites. They do have a great water aerobics class in the morning taught by some crazy guy named Asi. He was the only smile in the place and saved the week for me!

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — The pool
    • Disliked — The waiters and bar staff
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ontheohio's Summary
Date of Stay: April, 2008
Traveled with: Family with young children
Visit was for: Quality time with family
Age group: 35-49
Member since: April 06, 2008
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
    • 2 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
probably not
I recommend this hotel for:
A romantic getaway, Older travelers
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Great pool scene, Families with young children, Families with teenagers
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Shopping, Spa
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Average price*: $312 (year-round)
“Loved the Royal Mayan”

Royal Mayan

Mar 13, 2008
1/2 found this review helpful

This was our first trip to Cancun we went with 6 others. Thomas More picked us up at the airport and was prompt. We used also them to book some of ours tours and other outings during our 10 days. The Resort was beautiful very clean and comfortable. The staff was very nice and helpful. The beach was the best. The restuarant was good and had an awesome breakfast buffet. We did not think that it was located to far off the beaten path. Take the bus it was a kick in the pants. I would recommend this Resort to everyone we will be back next year with our kids.

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dejsflower's Summary
Date of Stay: February, 2008
Member since: March 13, 2008
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Average price*: $312 (year-round)
“Loved the Royal Mayan!”

Royal Mayan

5 of 5 stars
Long Island, NY
Feb 29, 2008
1/9 found this review helpful

We stayed at the Royal Mayan for a week in Feb. 2008. We had five adults and a 20 month old baby. We are not timeshare members and booked directly. It could not have been nicer. We had a 7th floor apartment overlooking the pool and with a direct view of the ocean. The apartment was spacious, very clean, and very comfortable. The beds were superior. We spent most of the week at the beach or at the pool, and the extremely nice staff brought us drinks and food. This was a real vacation! Everyone was charming, friendly, and helpful. We ate many meals in La Palapa (the open air restaurant by the pool) and found them to have a great selection. Thomas Moore travel agency, which has two desks in the hotel, helped us get to and from the airport and booked three trips and a parasailing event for us. I would return there in a minute! In fact I would return there tomorrow!

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Clean place, very friendly and helpful people, a real vacation
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Cardone15's Summary
Date of Stay: February, 2008
Age group: 50-64
Member since: April 14, 2006
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Great pool scene, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Great pool scene, Families with young children, Families with teenagers
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Museums / Cultural / Historical sites
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Average price*: $312 (year-round)
“Loved it!”

Royal Mayan

5 of 5 stars
New Jersey
Feb 16, 2008
1/2 found this review helpful

Have been going to Cancun for several years, but 2007 was the first year at the Royal Mayan. I was not sure how I would feel about it after spending several vacations at VCI and feeling so at home there, but I loved the Mayan! The staff was wonderful, the villa was superb and the overall experience was the stuff of which fond memories are made. With the adjacent two Royal Resorts, the restaurant choices are varied and each is wonderful. It is hard to choose whether one wants to relax on a beautiful balcony with pool and ocean views or spend time in the pool or sea. There is no bad choice at the Royal Mayan. Everything about it is five star and am looking forward to another two weeks there this year. A true "home away from home" atmosphere with abundant choices for relaxation or night life activities all around you.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Everything from accomodations to staff to food. Exceptional concierge.
    • Disliked — Distance from town on the bus and long uphill trek to entrance.
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
vcibound's Summary
Date of Stay: August, 2007
Traveled with: Family (extended)
Visit was for: Quality time with family
Age group: 65+
Member since: January 15, 2003
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Great pool scene, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, People with disabilities, Pet owners
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Great food / Wine
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Average price*: $312 (year-round)
“Extremely Relaxing”

Royal Mayan

5 of 5 stars
Hershey, Pennsylvania
Feb 4, 2008
1/2 found this review helpful

Friends offered us a week at this resort and after reading blogs on this site, we decided to go. We were not disappointed! Most especially the staff are very dedicated which goes a long way when vacationing. There was no sense of being rushed in any way, the restaurants are not four star but extremely comfortable. If you want to just sit back, relax, and soak in some sun, we would definitely recommend this place!

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Service
    • Disliked — Steps
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
hersheytravel's Summary
Date of Stay: January, 2008
Traveled with: Friends
Visit was for: Quality time with friends
Age group: 50-64
Member since: February 04, 2008
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
A romantic getaway, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, Families with young children, Families with teenagers
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Great food / Wine, Shopping
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Average price*: $312 (year-round)

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Address: Boulevard Kukulcan Retorno Gucumatz | Lote 49 Int. 4 Segunda Etapa, Cancun 77500, Mexico