Why you'll love it here
- Stay in seclusion in one of just 41 private villas with your own private plunge pool
- Sample an extensive menu of spa treatments ranging from massages and facials to energy therapies
- Laze on the white sand beach in a palapa-roofed cabana or explore ancient cities and ruins
- Indulge in an afternoon of tequila and taco tasting or try a tamale cooking lesson
Best For
- Honeymoon,
Sarah
Travel Specialist
Your holiday always includes
- Premium lounge passes at UK airports
- VIP meet & greet service at departure
- Private transfers to and from your hotel
- Personal concierge service throughout
- 24/7 assistance when travelling
- The first-hand knowledge of our team
Full accommodation information
Hotel information
Viceroy Riviera Maya is closed from 1 August 2025 to the end of 2026 for renovation.
Unpretentious beachside luxury, extending deep into the primitive Maya tropical forest, means that this resort provides the perfect refuge from the modern world. This dedication to peace and quiet is manifested in a complete and most welcome ban on motorised vehicles and uninvited guests.
The friendly staff endeavour to make your experience as much like staying in a private home as possible. You'll be pampered in the Mayan spa, with holistic treatment experiences together with a steam room, Jacuzzi and Swiss showers.
When it comes to dining you're in charge again, as you can choose to dine anywhere, anytime... in the restaurants, on the beach, poolside, or in the privacy of your villa; and with the Mayan Indulgence offer, you can choose the freedom, simplicity and great value of an all-inclusive option.
A recent refurbishment project saw a full modern redesign of the award-winning restaurant and lounge here, for an even more luxe experience. A brand new pool deck is perfect for sunbathing and boasts a selection of luxurious poolside cabanas. For those seeking to keep up with their fitness regime on holiday, head to the new state-of-the-art fitness centre.
Room Options
30 villas with private pools are surrounded by luscious jungle gardens and each has an outdoor shower.
Luxury Villas
Sleeps: 3 Adults
These spectacular Maya palapa villas feature a private kidney-shape pool and a terrace with crochet hammock and sitting area. In-room amenities for these luxury villas include single king-sized bed or two queen-sized beds. There is one Luxury Villa with Ocean View available for a supplement, this villa is more spacious and also features a deep soaking tub.
Signature Villas
Sleeps: 3 Adults
Tucked along the edge of the Mayan jungle, Viceroy Riviera Maya’s Signature Villas provide extreme privacy, beauty and easy access to the water’s edge. With over 1,400 square feet of total living space, guests can relax and rejuvenate, taking full advantage of the spacious patio with a private sun deck and plunge pool, lounge area and exterior rain shower.
Royal Villas
Sleeps: 3 Adults
Spectacular Mayan palapa style Royal Villas featuring a "Mayordomo" service which includes exclusive butler service, personalized VIP service, welcome soap concierge and welcome beach amenity. Deluxe in-room amenities include iPod with docking and DVD station, LCD TV, hammock, linen bathrobes, choice of luxury bedding, luxury oversized towel, wireless phone, aromatherapy set-up and a special turn down service.
Oceanview Two Level Villa
Sleeps: 3 Adults
These magnificent villas feature views of the resort and partial views of the ocean and Caribbean coastline. Perfectly situated right off the beach and near the resort’s pool, each villa has 1,700 square feet of indoor and outdoor living space with a personal plunge pool, outdoor rain shower and lounge area, and spacious bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and his-and-hers sinks.
Premium Villas
Sleeps: 3 Adults
Larger than the Royal Villas, the Premium Villas offer total seclusion nestled within the lush foliage and only steps away from the beach, these villas also feature a deep soaking tub, private plunge pool and outdoor shower.
Presidential Villa
Sleeps: 3 Adults
This two-story masterpiece of Mayan-inspired design featuring rich woods, natural rattan and both a lush jungle ambiance and beautiful ocean views. The luxurious private hideaway combines a spacious living area, guest bath, private patio and large plunge pool on the bottom floor with a large master bedroom and terrace on the second floor.
Beachfront Villas
Sleeps: 3 Adults
These extravagant villas offer every amenity and feature described above including a larger bathroom with a deep soaking tub, a front entrance with a foyer and a stunning location by the sand with spectacular sea views.
Viceroy Villa
Sleeps: 2 Adults
With views of the jungle, heated private plunge pool, private sunbathing deck and an outdoor shower and hammock, will you ever want to leave? Each villa has a spacious dressing area for two (with closets) and the bathroom contains a deep soaking tub and a standing shower.Restaurants & Bars
La Marea
Join Chef Carlos Zamora for a wonderful dining experience that will be a highlight of your stay. Dinners at La Marea star local ingredients and innovative and spectacular interpretations of Mexican cuisine. This beautiful restaurant is right next to the coastline, so you'll be dining with a view, too.
- Dinner
Library Lounge
At La Marea, this casual chic bar is the perfect spot for a nightcap or pre-dinner tipple. Enjoy a cigar or one of the staff's signature cocktails, and sit back to enjoy sweeping sea views.
Coral Restaurant & Bar
Set over two storeys, this al fresco restaurant is open all day and serves up a combination of international classics, local seafood and delicious Mexican specialities.
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Sustainability Initiatives & Responsible Tourism
Viceroy Riviera Maya is a haven where luxury and environmental responsibility intertwine seamlessly. Water conservation takes centre stage, with low-flow fixtures and a state-of-the-art drip-irrigation system nourishing all trees and flowerbeds. It's a harmonious marriage of indulgence and resource efficiency.
Eco-friendliness is a way of life here, with ethical soaps provided for you, for a responsible approach to personal care. The resort has also taken a bold step to minimise plastic waste, opting for glass water jugs instead of plastic bottles. It's a small change that makes a big difference for our planet. Moreover, Viceroy Riviera Maya has a treatment plant that ingeniously repurposes sewage water for irrigation, further reducing their ecological footprint.
Mexico travel information
When to visit Mexico
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- Time zone: -6 GMT
- Flight time: 10 hours
- Recommended airlines: British Airways
- Currency: Mexican peso (MXN)
- Tipping guideline: 10-15%
- Health considerations: There is a risk of dengue. There is a risk of Zika virus. There is a very low risk of malaria in Mexico.
- Capital: Mexico City
- Population: 129,388,468
- National languages: Spanish
- Electricity and plugs: Type A, B, 127V
- Mobile phone coverage: Good coverage
- UK passport visa requirements: You don't need a visa for Mexico if you have a British passport - for a maximum of 180 days
Want to know more?
Call our Travel Specialists for a chat with our Mexico experts. They'll share their first-hand insights so you can find your perfect holiday.
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Saturday: 9am - 5pm
Sunday: 10am - 4pm
Sarah
Travel Specialist
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