Tell us what you are looking for. To use our mobile site, please enable JavaScript. Best All Adult Singles All Inclusive Resorts in Cancun? Excellence Riviera Cancun 2 years ago Save We are planning our honeymoon for August and have narrowed it down between two resorts, Excellence Riviera Cancun & Valentin Imperial Riviera Maya, If anyone has personally been to either or both of these resorts, any information/pros&cons would be so helpful! Can you clarify by what you mean when you say a la Carte breakfast/lunch? I was there in 2012 - so way before the sargassum infestations of 2018 and a year or so before that. Usually, ERC is a lot more expensive than the VIM. ERC is the nicer of the two in generalfood and beverage, rooms, service, etc. Thanks!!! While there have been improvements/changes at both properties, I think my assessment is still pretty accurate. VIM only had buffet for breakfast and lunch as well as beach grills, etc. Sac Actun & Dos Ojos Cenote - incredible. The resorts do a great job of cleaning up what washes up on shore (although the sight, sound and smell of the tractor kinda harshes one's vacation mellow). Thanks! Very helpful feedback. will all be a bit better there. If there's not table available when you want to eat at the VIM, you can either try a different venue or take a pager and go off and have a drink (or two) and they'll buzz you when a table is ready. Dinners were amazing at both! Priorities are nice beach and swim able ocean, good food (dress code not a concern), activities, relaxing, night time entertainment would be a plus! ago. Other than that the only other salesmanship are some stores/kiosks with trinkets and excursions--but again they're not pushy or annoying at all. Also standard in these luxury Caribbean suites is your own kitchen and dining area, wet bar, personal butler service for luggage, and a host of offerings for a true VIP experience. We are looking for a more honeymoon vibe. more. The beach in that general area (i.e. ERC is a tad nicer, but it depends what it important to you. Valentin will be cheaper. Easy peasy! We really want a great beach and lots of activities! Realize there's a lot posted on this, but I haven't seen anything too recent. Pre Arrival Concierge services at privilege.vim @ valentinmaya.com. Since I booked, reviews have gone downhill. Excellence Riviera Cancun. You'll be fine. I loved the layout of excellence much better and they have true oceanfront rooms. The beach at VIM looks nicer to me. ERC is often priced above VIM and there are little things that add up to the reason it is about a half-star ahead of VIM. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in New Zealand. VIM has a better beach (and a beach bar now) with a very large main pool and two swim up bars. for all resorts with the words "Riviera Cancun " in their name) is just north of Puerto Morelos. If VIM had sit down/served option for breakfast and lunch it would be the perfect resort in our opinion. ERC has Excellence Club and VIM has Privileged (I think) level rooms. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. However, they can't do anything about what's floating in the first six feet or so of water. Both seem ver comparable. For all the options at night, VIM wins hands down and the ocean swimming is way better at VIM than ERC. The merits of the PP have been widely discussed on these forums and it's pretty much universally agreed that the only privilege worth having is a reserved Bali bed at either the pool or the beach. If VIM had sit down/served option for breakfast and lunch it would be the perfect resort in our opinion. Cancun Traveler Articles: Written by Travelers, Travelling to Cancun/Riviera Maya with a criminal record, WEATHER & June thru November - Hurricane Season Information, taxi or airport transfer to location near the airport, Adults only resort for couples and singles, Sunset World Resorts (Ultimate Loyalty Program) - FRAUD. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in India. more, You seem to have JavaScript disabled. We have read so many reviews on each, but would love more personal stories on each resorts. The VIM is also known to be a more active resort - lots of things to do, large grounds to explore, and events at the beaches and pools so if you want the option to stay busy, VIM might be a better option. Cancun Traveler Articles: Written by Travelers, Travelling to Cancun/Riviera Maya with a criminal record, WEATHER & June thru November - Hurricane Season Information, taxi or airport transfer to location near the airport, Adults only resort for couples and singles, Sunset World Resorts (Ultimate Loyalty Program) - FRAUD. We went to both properties in 2009. Try again. Members who are knowledgeable about this destination and volunteer their time to answer travelers' questions. I don't know where on that spectrum the OP falls. The resorts do a great job of cleaning up what washes up on shore (although the sight, sound and smell of the tractor kinda harshes one's vacation mellow). more. If you want to be treated like royalty with good food, good drinks and beautiful weather its the place for you! The ancient ruins of Chichen Itza are one of Mexico's must-visits. Too dark and murky at ERC. At the VIM, the it's called the "Privilege Package". Tell us what you are looking for. Avoid immigration jail. I think the rooms were refreshed at ERC a few years ago. If VIM had ala carte lunch we would have gone back for sure, just depends what's important to you. See all. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-105863341', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');Excellence Riviera Cancun & Valentin Imperial Riviera Maya, If anyone has personally been to either or both of these resorts, any information/pros&cons would be so helpful! Thank you in advance! Beach was better at VIM. ERC is very nice but the ocean water is not clear blue like at Valentin. All Riviera Maya Hotels; Riviera Maya Hotel Deals; Skip to main content. Press the down arrow key to interact with the calendar and No-one wears wrist bands, so no-one can easily discern a PP guest from the rest of the riff-raff. Trips Alerts Sign in. Riviera Maya Tourism Riviera Maya Hotels Riviera Maya Bed and Breakfast Riviera Maya Vacation Rentals Riviera Maya Vacation Packages Flights to Riviera Maya Riviera Maya Restaurants Things to Do in Riviera Maya Riviera Maya Travel Forum Riviera Maya Photos Riviera Maya Map Riviera Maya Travel Guide All Riviera Maya Hotels; Riviera Maya Hotel Deals Trips Alerts Sign in. If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. I love the Valentin. Here's an excerpt from their website: Hotel (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? If the VIM's cheaper, then I'd go there. What is a caste system?? I've been to both and loved both! Sweeping ocean views and dramatic high ceilings outfit the living area, while a private furnished balcony and outdoor jacuzzi invite you to revel in the beauty of the Riviera Maya. on the beach, you will see and hear kids on the beach. Snacks from 05:00 pm to 07:00 pm. Another thing about the beach - at ERC, on that fabulous stretch of beach, it's resort after resort after resort and the ERC is sandwiched between two family friendly resorts - NOW Sapphire and Dreams. We get this question a lot! Valentin will be cheaper. Experience gourmet cuisine at our ten international restaurants. VIM offers a great experience for a lesser price tag and we would return with no hesitations! I loved the layout of excellence much better and they have true oceanfront rooms. Going on our honeymoon in the spring, leaning towards the Excellence Riviera Cancun rather the Valentin Imperial Maya, but looking to hear feedback from people who have been to both. VIM was brand new and we got a free upgrade from the lowest level room to a Golden Swim out. Cost is US$65.00 Per person per night, unless you book a Diamond or Imperial suite, in which case, I believe the PP is included. Here, six meandering pools and pristine tropical gardens shine against the backdrop of the azure blue waters of the Caribbean. My only big complaints about VIM is the beach set up is more active (volleyball court right in front of the beach chairs and snorkel boats anchored right out front in the ocean) rather than just a clear ocean view with a quiet spot (you can get a quiet spot out of the way of the action- but it is a longer walk in the sand). For an extra fee (or if you book the right room level) you get certain perks. The major draw for us to VIM over ERC is the ocean/beach. I think the rooms were refreshed at ERC a few years ago. Both seem ver comparable. Which resort is better, Valentin Imperial Maya in Riviera Maya, OR Excellence Playa Mujeres? I had my heart set on Valentin, but now I'm considering that maybe the 50/person per day at excellence might be worth it. Warning - drowning at Barcelo Maya Feb 2023. We have been to both - I loved Excellence, but, my husband didn't - we both loved the VIM mostly due to the entertainment in the courtyard in the evenings. Thank you so much! ERC is very nice but the ocean water is not clear blue like at Valentin. Never been to ERC. Thank you in advance! It's an option but it's simply offered on a separate menu with no push at all. Anyone travelled to Cancun on the Sunquest Roulette 5 trip? We can't decide between VIM and ERC. If there's not table available when you want to eat at the VIM, you can either try a different venue or take a pager and go off and have a drink (or two) and they'll buzz you when a table is ready. But as mentioned above, the beaches at both of these resorts is prone to seaweed influxes so depending on what's going on with currents and such, one might have a better beach than the other. However we normally spend most of our time at the pool. for all resorts with the words "Riviera Cancun " in their name) is just north of Puerto Morelos. I love the Valentin. Valentin Imperial vs. Thanks! Review. You can walk for MILES along here - even as far as Puerto Morelos (about 40 minutes or so to the south); the beach itself is lovely. How are those two resorts pricing out? When I booked it, the reviews called it the best hotel people ever visited. For me, that rendered the ocean unswimmable . but, in fairness, I know that many people aren't bothered by it. For example, when my wife and I were looking, the "deal breakers" for us was a nice beach (we don't hang out by pool, beach was very important) and no dinner reservations (some people love them, my wife refuses to go if they require them), and for me, I wanted beach volleyball as I get restless laying for 12 straight hours, and they have great games twice a day. Browse by destination. more. Been to both, but it has been a while (2009). If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. more. Exclusive access to Privilege Lounge from 07:00am to 11:00pm) with: Premium Wi-Fi service, concierge service, ultra premium bar service. We are planning our honeymoon for August and have narrowed it down between two resorts, (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? For all the options at night, VIM wins hands down and the ocean swimming is way better at VIM than ERC. SELLING PRICE: $1,500 USD. We can't decide between VIM and ERC. Any advice people could offer would be greatly appreciated. If you are ready to experience an even higher level of luxury, Privilege Club is for you. I'm scared for a short trip (4 nights) Valentin might be too big if a resort? My husband and I are booking a trip in June. Too dark and murky at ERC. Verify your FMM visit duration. VIM only had buffet for breakfast and lunch as well as beach grills, etc. Another thing about the beach - at ERC, on that fabulous stretch of beach, it's resort after resort after resort and the ERC is sandwiched between two family friendly resorts - NOW Sapphire and Dreams. Thank you in advance! If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. Snacks from 05:00 pm to 07:00 pm. Thank you so much! Also curious about the comparisons of the resort beaches, as in pros and cons. The rooms were nicer at VIM as well. Both are fabulous! We are using cookies so we can give you the best experience on our website.You can find out more about which cookies we use by clicking on this link. We liked the rooms at VIM more (Golden swim up at VIM vs a jr swim up at ERC). We preferred ERC smaller footprint, but building 5 at VIM didn't make anything feel to far away. Thoughts, feedback, tips on either resort? This topic has been closed to new posts due to inactivity. Thank you! ERC is often priced above VIM and there are little things that add up to the reason it is about a half-star ahead of VIM. Dinners were amazing at both! Never been to ERC. The travel agent has given me the option to switch to the (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? Share what you are looking for, and what is/are dealbreakers for you, and people can point you in the right direction. The beach in that general area (i.e. At the VIM, the it's called the "Privilege Package". Departure Tax: Do I have to pay to leave Cancun? Two of the most popular resorts in these areas are Excellence Playa Mujeres (EPM) and Excellence Riviera Cancun (ERC).. Im really interested to hear peoples opinions on these two resorts! Pros to VIM: very lush and tropical,nice beach. and the best thing? This topic has been closed to new posts due to inactivity. Thoughts, feedback, tips on either resort? To use our mobile site, please enable JavaScript. Both are highly ranked in TripAdvisor review ratings, and both deliver a quality of customer service which earns many repeat guests. At some resorts its worth the upgrade to club level but it all comes down to your preferences and budget. Plus, makeup and hairstyling for the bride. big lavish pool area and service. Pros to VIM: very lush and tropical,nice beach. This topic has been closed to new posts due to inactivity. For some people, that's a deal-breaker; others couldn't care less. Overall, ERC is a nicer resort with better food and service. Although only ERC guests can use the ERC loungers etc. I agree with most of the above. Share what you are looking for, and what is/are dealbreakers for you, and people can point you in the right direction. Then, delve into the depths of the Mayan . They have a huge pool. ERC had options for ala carte(sir down restaurant where you order each item off menu). If it's towards the deal-breaker end, it's worth noting that VIM has no other resorts immediately adjacent, so the beach there is about as private and kid-free as you can get. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-97993863', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');NOW Sapphire, which is next door to ERC. Grand Fiesta Americana Coral Beach Cancun All Inclusive, Fiesta Americana Condesa Cancun All Inclusive. Very helpful feedback. Do not worry about dinner reservations.I've been there when it's at or near capacity and still been seated with little or no wait. Answered: I booked an 8 night trip to the VIM for May. Yes, VIM is considerably cheaper (about $400). Very helpful. If VIM had ala carte lunch we would have gone back for sure, just depends what's important to you. will all be a bit better there. We love everything about EDR Casitas except the beach. Excellence Riviera Cancun 2 years ago Save We are planning our honeymoon for August and have narrowed it down between two resorts, Excellence Riviera Cancun & Valentin Imperial Riviera Maya, If anyone has personally been to either or both of these resorts, any information/pros&cons would be so helpful! Cost is US$65.00 Per person per night, unless you book a Diamond or Imperial suite, in which case, I believe the PP is included. We are beach people and spent most of our time at the VIM pools because, although, they have a lovely beach, the privileged rooms have all the close areas reserved, so, you walk by many, many empty bali beds before you get to the "regular" chairs. We honeymooned at ERC in 2007 and went back in 2011. ERC is not the stunning pretty water (and in the midst of seaweed explosion not sure how nice the beach/water would be as even on it's best day to me it was so/so). We vacationed at VIM Aug 2019. The merits of the PP have been widely discussed on these forums and it's pretty much universally agreed that the only privilege worth having is a reserved Bali bed at either the pool or the beach. This topic has been closed to new posts due to inactivity. Share with your guests to collect your wedding photos. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in India. At some resorts its worth the upgrade to club level but it all comes down to your preferences and budget. Some like the PP because it allows you to make dinner reservations. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-97993863', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');NOW Sapphire, which is next door to ERC. Even better if you have been to both and can compare them. Can you clarify by what you mean when you say a la Carte breakfast/lunch? We preferred ERC smaller footprint, but building 5 at VIM didn't make anything feel to far away. Verify your FMM visit duration. What is a caste system?? During your vacation at our resort you'll enjoy spacious green areas, luxurious Mexican hacienda . We have been to both. Hotel Grand Sirenas Mayan Beach Le Mirage, Sunquest Riviera Maya Roulette 5 January 2012. Pros to VIM: very lush and tropical,nice beach. I was there in 2012 - so way before the sargassum infestations of 2018 and a year or so before that. Share what you are looking for, and what is/are dealbreakers for you, and people can point you in the right direction. Overall, ERC is a nicer resort with better food and service. Night life better at Valentin as well with shows and live band to dance to at night. VIM has a better beach (and a beach bar now) with a very large main pool and two swim up bars. for all resorts with the words "Riviera Cancun" in their name) is just north of Puerto Morelos. Some like the PP because it allows you to make dinner reservations. We have been to both - I loved Excellence, but, my husband didn't - we both loved the VIM mostly due to the entertainment in the courtyard in the evenings. If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. As the pinnacle of our Excellence Club suite offerings, our Imperial Suite redefines luxury and opulence with almost two-thousand square feet of luxe living space. Excellence Riviera Cancun, Get answers to your questions about Cancun, Cancun Restaurant Trip Advisor Listing and Ratings, Bus, Taxi or Private Driver: Getting around Cancun, Airport Arrival, immigration limits,and hotel tranportation, Replacing a lost immigration form (tourist card). This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in Australia. Thanks!!! Even better if you have been to both and can compare them. I presently have reservations at both. VIM is a bit more lively (more groups- not just couples), but we found our relaxation easily. We are using cookies so we can give you the best experience on our website.You can find out more about which cookies we use by clicking on this link. I would only do preferred at VIM(all lobster, beach cabana, etc),although most don't think it's necessary. VIM is a bit more lively (more groups- not just couples), but we found our relaxation easily. We have been to both. Once in a while, a family may wander up from the Grand Mayan to swim in the ocean (because it's too rocky at their resort) but they don't usually stay for long. At the Excellence Club, high end offerings are amplified with over-the-top amenities built into every detail of your stay. It admittedly isn't the best. I've been to both and loved both! Benito zegt hierover: "De tempel van Kukulkan heeft vier trappen van 91 treden plus de enkele trede op de top, dus samen 365. Both resorts are great (based on what I have read about ERC) so I don't think you can really go wrong with either. retrophantom 7 mo. We want great food, and yummy drinks and a laid back environment, nothing crazy! These "enhanced" levels come with preferred placement for rooms, reserved beach and pool areas, extra amenities in the rooms, and in some places, restaurants and pools reserved only for the upper-tiered room levels. Hyatt Ziva Cancun or Paradisus Cancun with toddler? I liked Valentin overall better. Redefining the expectation of what resorts can be, Excellence Riviera Cancun welcomes guests with gracious hospitality, luxe offerings, and ahead-of-the-curve amenities. All guests staying at Excellence Riviera Cancun and Excellence Playa Mujeres will enjoy 24-hour all-inclusive service, which includes: special welcome cocktail and cool towel; full breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks each day; a la carte, buffet, snack grill/takeaway bars, and formal dining options with no reservations required; unlimited If you are ready to experience an even higher level of luxury, Privilege Club is for you. I've been to both and loved both! Count me in the group that has been to VIM multiple times but never ERC. FWIW, I don't like the location of the Bali beds at the beach at all, and I'm not a pool person, so that's moot. Sac Actun & Dos Ojos Cenote - incredible! Pros of ERC for us: ala carte breakfast and lunch (non preferred too), lobster included. Also, both resorts use a caste system (which I hate), so I would only consider staying at either resort these days if I booked a club room. We love both the beach and the pool. But, again the price is more and we feel VIM offers a lot for the price! Both are fabulous! Bottle of sparkling wine in room upon arrival, Fruit platter & petits fours once per stay, Tailored made minibar: guest selection of premium drinks out of the Privilege Menu, Lobster included at any of the la carte restaurants, Restaurant reservations through the Privilege Club Concierge if desired, Reserved bali beds under guests name at pool or beach. New Zealand Forums; United States Forums . Pros of ERC for us: ala carte breakfast and lunch (non preferred too), lobster included. Riviera Maya Tourism Riviera Maya Hotels Bed and Breakfast Riviera Maya Riviera Maya Holiday Rentals Flights to Riviera Maya Riviera Maya Restaurants Riviera Maya Attractions Riviera Maya Travel Forum Riviera Maya Photos Riviera Maya Map Riviera Maya Guide All Riviera Maya Hotels; Excellence Riviera Cancun is secluded but far from isolated. Iberostar Grand prices at the same as ERC for us and I'd pick IGP over ERC as they are also a very elegant resort and have a nice beach! But as mentioned above, the beaches at both of these resorts is prone to seaweed influxes so depending on what's going on with currents and such, one might have a better beach than the other. Been to both, but it has been a while (2009). It usually involves more and different wines or a guest chef putting on a culinary theater. To use our mobile site, please enable JavaScript. Excellence Riviera Cancun, Get answers to your questions about Riviera Maya, Must See and Do Activities and Excursions. The more included activities/excursions the better. on the beach, you will see and hear kids on the beach. With Privilege Club you will enjoy an exclusive and personalized service by our staff and will relax in the best rooms at the hotel with all the comforts. I'm scared for a short trip (4 nights) Valentin might be too big if a resort? select a date. We are planning our honeymoon for August and have narrowed our choices down to Excellence Riviera Cancun & Valentin Imperial Riviera Maya!
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