Built on sugar white sand and set between the warm, sparkling, turquoise blue waters of the Caribbean and the lushness of the Yucatan jungle, Grand Velas Riviera Maya is just 35 minutes from Cancun International Airport and 5 minutes from downtown Playa del Carmen.

Grand Velas Riviera Maya offers you nothing but luxury! The accommodations are all-suite and decorated in the style of contemporary Mexico. They offer oceanfront and jungle terraces, private plunge pools, wireless Internet access, 42” plasma TVs, in-room massage, whirlpool bathtubs and more – including more than 1,000 feet each of living space! The resort is divided into three areas – the Grand Class is set up for privacy and relaxation, there is a family friendly area, and an area that’s open to families and the best area for business travelers as well as it’s close to the convention area.

Grand Velas offers spa vacations for those seeking to be pampered in luxury that includes massage therapy, body wraps, facials, and a world class fitness center with classes in yoga and pilates.

The Grand Velas Convention Center offers over 90,000 square feet of meeting and event space equipped with cutting edge technology. There are 32 rooms for small gatherings and two large conference areas that can accommodate up to 3,000 people.

Dining at Grand Velas is a delight! There’s something for everyone from fine French cuisine, to traditional Mexican, Asian Fusion, Basque delicacies and family favorites like gourmet pizza.

There are adult restaurants and those that specialize in family dining. Enjoy outdoor dining as well. 24 hour in-suite dining service is offered and there are snack bars, poolside bars, and lounges that feature entertainment nightly around the resort.

The Riviera Maya is a one of the world’s finest beach destinations and the best of its exciting attractions are within minutes of Grand Velas. Visit Cozumel and indulge in scuba diving, snorkeling and more sun and sand. Take advantage of fishing, kayaking and sailing. Looking for adventure? Explore the jungle by horseback or try a zip line tour through the Yucatan!

Some of Mexico’s most ancient ruins are easily accessible to you from Grand Velas. Visit Tulum, Chichen Itza, and Coba to learn about the mysteries of Mayan life. Our concierge can help you set up a day tour.

Don’t forget to take advantage of Grand Velas’ special scuba diving vacation! The Riviera Maya is one of the world’s top destinations for scuba diving. There are many marine parks in both Cozumel and Playa del Carmen that offer protected habitats for the area’s many forms of marine life. The Riviera Maya is also famed for its many “cenotes,” or underground caves that have been carved out of limestone by freshwater rivers. Experts will guide you through the fabulous underwater setting. Other adventures include private sailboat and catamaran tours, diving courses, jet ski tours, kayaking and parasailing. See the concierge at Grand Velas to set up your tour of the Carribean floor. Visit the caves and shipwrecks underneath the Carribean’s blue waters, and even enjoy night diving!