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Tides Riviera Maya

Tides Riviera Maya
  • Hotel class: 4 of 5
  • Rooms: 30
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4.5 of 5 stars 181 reviews
181 Reviews
5.0 of 5 stars
128
4.0 of 5 stars
26
3.0 of 5 stars
11
2.0 of 5 stars
10
1.0 of 5 stars
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#23 of 157 hotels in Playa del Carmen
Description: Located on the white sands of the Riviera Maya in Playa del Carmen and nestled in the tropical forest
  • Address
    Riviera Maya Playa Xcalacoco Frac 7, Quintana Roo
    (formerly Ikal del Mar)
    Playa del Carmen 77710
    Mexico
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TripAdvisor Traveler Reviews

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars Based on 180 traveler reviews
  • What to Expect:
    • 4.5 based on 112 reviews Rooms
    • 4.5 based on 112 reviews Service
    • 4 based on 110 reviews Value
    • 4.5 based on 111 reviews Cleanliness
    • 4 based on 42 reviews Pool
  • Recommended For:
    • 70% based on 123 reviews An amazing honeymoon
    • 30% based on 123 reviews Older travelers
    • 10% based on 123 reviews Couples/romantics
    • 10% based on 123 reviews Pet owners
    • 10% based on 123 reviews Young singles

Reviews of Tides Riviera Maya

( 11-20 of 181 )
Jun 22, 2008

We have recently returned from the Tides Riviera Maya. After we booked out trip we read the reviews regarding the construction and expressed our concerns to the management. Julian, the General Manager, assured us that everything would be alright and he would personally make sure that our stay would exceed our expectations. Needless to say, Julian's promise was fulfilled and... more

5 of 5 stars
dallas, texas
Jun 19, 2008

My wife and I stayed here on our honeymoon. It was so quiet and secluded. There was only one time the whole week that we weren't the only people in the pool! The service was amazing. We never felt the need to leave the resort. more

5 of 5 stars
New York
Jun 9, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

I’ve never been to Mexico before and ended up doing a lot of research before our trip, relying mostly on tripadvisor. We wanted to have a romantic getaway and we were particularly looking for a small and very serene resort. After reading many excellent reviews about this hotel we booked a week-long trip. I was a bit nervous because this... more

5 of 5 stars
lauraloo23
Jun 9, 2008
1/2 found this review helpful

We stayed at Ikal Del Mar for our honeymoon...yes, it is very expensive. Yes, the drinks were very expensive. That aside, it was a dream. The location is beautiful. The rooms are luxurious, secluded, and very romantic. We spent our days relaxing on our patio or at the beach. We spent our nights drinking wine from thier wonderful wine list,... more

5 of 5 stars
new york city
May 29, 2008

So, they have a killer website and I hoped that the property would be as beautiful as the featured pictures. It was. It also smelled lovely. The food is great. It is so peaceful and lovely there. The service is AMAZING! After we checked out, we drove to the airport., while waiting in line at the airport an hour away... more

May 21, 2008

We just returned from our honeymoon at the Tides and we could not have picked a better place- beautiful property, completely private, outstanding service, great food... you couldn't beat it! The villas were so beautiful and really very private. You have a private plunge pool and outdoor shower that are all blocked by the surrounding jungle. Fresh fruit and pastries... more

5 of 5 stars
Monterrey
May 2, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

We just finished a four night stay at Tides as the first part of our honeymoon. This has been the best vacation we have had to date. We stayed at a Royal Villa (#16) which is exactly as pictured on their weebsite. Turndown was a delight, each night we were recieved with a surprise "towel figure" on our bedroom. Our... more

May 1, 2008

We have recently returned from our honeymoon where we spent the first 7 nights of it at The Tides and we are still talking about it !!! It's just like being in paradise at the resort. From the moment we arrived we felt like part of a family. The staff are the best I have ever known, so friendly and... more

Apr 28, 2008

We have just returned from 7 nights at this hotel and have to say it was perfect from start to finish, I had a mixed opinion reading the reviews before we travelled, and having stayed at many 5 star resorts previously was keeping an open mind. This hotel is complete escapism, it oooozes romance, the service is impecable and the... more

Apr 21, 2008
6/6 found this review helpful

1) There is a MAJOR CONSTRUCTION PROJECT taking place next to the hotel which you have to cross in order to get to the set down/ lobby _ v shabby welcome for an upmarket hotel. However, this was only a minor inconvenience compared to the NOISE POLLUTION from the construction. This started early in the morning and persisted all day.... more

Reviews of Tides Riviera Maya

( 11-20 of 181 )
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Address: Riviera Maya Playa Xcalacoco Frac 7, Quintana Roo | (formerly Ikal del Mar), Playa del Carmen 77710, Mexico