Puerto Aventuras - This delightful All-Inclusive resort features a combination of Mexican and Caribbean design influences with an ideal location along an unspoiled stretch of beachfront. Nestled amid tropical jungles, the Catalonia Riviera Maya Resort & Spa offers stunning surroundings with an array of on-site amenities. Take an excursion to Tulum and discover the hidden treasure of the Mayans, hop a ferry and explore Cozumel, visit the nearby village of Playa del Carmen, take an introductory scuba lesson in the hotel pool, go for a bike ride, workout in the gym, or just relax on the beach with a cool tropical drink. And when the sun goes down, dance the night away at the nearby beach bar. At the Catalonia Riviera Maya, the excitement never ends! 423 air-conditioned rooms.
The Caribbean Sea's turquoise waters can be seen from this hotel-paradise. Come and get ready to spend some unforgettable days in the heart of the Mayan Riviera, surronded by marvelous landscapes and seductive, white sand beaches.
The hotel is located in the wonderful Puerto Aventuras development. This is a tourist development which boasts a marina, a golf course, restaurants and a dolphinarium, all within easy reach of the main Mayan Riviera attractions.
Location
The Catalonia is only a few minutes driving time from Tulum, Xel-Ha, and Xcaret. It is located beachfront in the middle of the touristy corridor, within walking distance of the restaurants and shops at Puerto Aventuras, 17 km from Playa del Carmen
LOTE 1, MANZANA 18/PLANO 2 XCACEL A • PUERTO AVENTURAS • MX
Facilities
Barber / Beauty Salon Boutique Shops Car Rental Concierge Currency Exchange Disco / Nightclub Laundry / Dry Cleaning Service Parking(Complimentary) Physician on Call
Shopping Mall Nearby (Playa del Carmen)
Pools: Number of Pools: 5 Outdoor Pools: 5 The hotel offers five outdoor swimming pools, three of which overlook the adjoining beachfront. Pool features include a swim-up bar, scuba lessons, and pool volleyball.
Golf: • NEARBY • Puerto Aventuras Golf Club - Just 5 minutes walking from the hotel. Golf course in not part of the hotel. • The Puerto Aventuras Golf Club features a 3,255 yard course designed by Tomas Dehmann. • Holes: 9 • Green Fees: Fee requred. • Cart Fee: Fee required. • Caddy: No
Tennis: • Number of Courts: 2 • Outdoor Courts: 2 • Lighted Courts: 2 • Court Fee: Free during day
Water Sports On Site: • Scuba: Additional Charge • Snorkeling: Additional Charge • Hobie Cats: Complimentary • Paddle Boats: Complimentary
Other Sports Available: • Bicycles: Complimentary • Other Sports: Volleyball, Basketball.
The hotels offers a particular architecture style with some Polynesian influences, there is two room buildings and eight villas, The thatched roofs, bamboo and rattan decoration create a fresh Caribbean atmosphere.
Beach: This property is situated on an unspoiled sugar white beach along the crystal clear waters of the beautiful Mexican Caribbean. Complimentary beach activities include sailing, kayaking, snorkeling, windsurfing, and beach volleyball.
Check-in: 3:00 PM Check-out: 12:00 noon Total Rooms: 422 Year Opened: 2000
Credit Cards: • Visa • Master Card • American Express
Restrictions
NO unaccompanied Springbreakers or unaccompanied Summer Graduates!! At all other times of the year, guests must be at least 18 years old to check in. Casual dress attire is required for dinner dining in A La carte restaurants.
Room Types
PRIVILEGE SUPERIOR ROOM 1 King or two double beds, Plasma TV, Mini-bar, Coffee maker, Safe ($), Ceiling fan, Balcony. Other Amenities: Air Conditioning, Shower, Non-Smoking Available, Coffee Maker, Hair Dryer, Iron, Radio Alarm Clock, Telephone, Television, Room Safe, Satellite
PRIVILEGE SUITE One bedroom with king bed, 2 plasma TVs, terrace with mini-pool, separate living room with pull-out sofa, ceiling fan, mini-bar, special amenities, room safe, full bathroom with hair dryer and direct phone access Other Amenities: Air Conditioning, Shower, Non-Smoking Available, Coffee Maker, Hair Dryer, Iron, Radio Alarm Clock, Telephone, Television, Room Safe, Satellite
STANDARD POOL VIEW Pool view - Yucatan Section, 1 King or 2 double beds, Terrace or balcony, A/C, Cable TV, Phone, Safe (fee), Full bathroom w/hair dryer. Other Amenities: Kitchen
PRIVILEGE DELUXE ROOM Features king or two double beds, plasma TV, mini-bar, coffee maker, safe, ceiling fan and terrace with mini-pool. Other Amenities: Air Conditioning, Shower, Non-Smoking Available, Coffee Maker, Hair Dryer, Iron, Radio Alarm Clock, Telephone, Television, Room Safe, Satellite
SUPERIOR PRIVILEGE OCEAN VIEW Located in Villa 7 or 8, Ocean view, 1 King or 2 double beds, Plasma TV, Mini bar, Coffee maker, Safe ($), Ceiling fan, Balcony. Other Amenities: Kitchen
SUPERIOR OCEANFRONT King bed, Oceanfront, Balcony or terrace, Upgraded furnishings, Plasma TV, VIP bath amenities, Safe ($), Ceiling fan, Hairdryer. Other Amenities: Air Conditioning, Shower, Non-Smoking Available, Coffee Maker, Hair Dryer, Iron, Radio Alarm Clock, Telephone, Television, Room Safe, Satellite
PRIVILEGE HONEYMOON SUITE Special decoration, Bottle of sparkling wine, Continental breakfast in room, Candlelit dinner for 2, Couples massage-30 minutes, Picture of couple, Special gift, Turndown service on first night. Other Amenities: Air Conditioning, Shower, Non-Smoking Available, Coffee Maker, Hair Dryer, Iron, Radio Alarm Clock, Telephone, Television, Room Safe, Satellite
STANDARD GARDEN Garden view, 1 King or 2 double beds, Terrace or balcony, A/C, Cable TV, Phone, Safe (fee), Full bathroom w/hair dryer. Other Amenities: Air Conditioning, Shower, Non-Smoking Available, Hair Dryer, Radio Alarm Clock, Telephone, Television, Room Safe, Satellite
STANDARD OCEAN VIEW Partial Ocean view - Yucatan Section, 1 King or 2 double beds, Terrace or balcony, A/C, Cable TV, Phone, Safe (fee), Full bathroom w/hair dryer. Other Amenities: Kitchen
Dining
Catalonia Riviera Maya Resort & Spa features 1 meal plan option:
All Meals, Drinks & Tips
There are 9 Restaurants at Catalonia Riviera Maya Resort & Spa: El Mercardo - Buffet restaurant. Bamboleo - A la carte steakhouse and grill. Open for dinner. La Brisa - Buffet restaurant. Los Alebrijes - A la carte restaurant serving Mexican cuisine. Open for dinner. Bellavista - A la carte restaurant serving Italian cuisine. Open for dinner. La Creperie - Salty and sweet crepes. Terrace - Tapas specialties. Bamboleo - Snack bar next to the pool. Mikado - Asian with Teppanyaki a la carte restaurant. Open for dinner.
Activities & Entertainment
Daily Activities & Entertainment: Weekly beach party. Activities posted daily. Nightly Activities & Entertainment: Indoor theater featuring live shows and nightly entertainment. Disco
Children's Programs
Kid's club with specialized staff. Applicable Ages: 4-12 years old. Program Fees: Complimentary
Children's Facilities PlayGround Game Room Children's Pool
Babysitting Fee: $10 per hr/per kid Advance Notice for Babysitting: Yes Rollaways and Cribs are available on request at no extra charge
Our Average Customer Ratings (based on 13 reviews)
Shannon said, 'This is a nice resort, the food was fantastic, and the staff was wonderful. We upgraded to a suite and it was a beautiful room.'
Pool: did not spend much time @ pool
Beach: snorkeling was decent! Loads of fish.
Food/Drink: Food was great especially at resturaunts
Entertainment: the entertainment staff was really funny, they guys by the pool were hysterical.
Accommodations: The suites are huge and nice.
Service: The staff at the Maya was fantastic.
Overall: We would return.
James said, 'Had a wonderful vacation at this resort and would definitely reccomend it to anyone.The beach is a bit rocky but the water is great for snorkeling. Take some rubber sandals or Reef walkers and it's great.'
Pool: CLEAN AND SPACIOUS
Food/Drink: TASTY, GREAT VARIETY
Entertainment: SOMETHING IS ALWAYS HAPPENING
Accommodations: CLEAN AND COMFORTABLE
Service: SUPERB
Overall: TOP SHELF
Kathy
Pool: Very nice
Beach: Water was great and there was plenty of seats
Food/Drink: Buffet didn't vary much
Entertainment: Awesome
Accommodations: They were fine
Service: Excellent
Overall: Wonderful vacation and transportation was there and ready
Arminn h
Pool: Yucatan pool was better
Beach: beach walk needs repair
Food/Drink: cheap quality, small portions
Entertainment: Lupo is terribile
Accommodations: needs better TV's, main lobby smells of mold and mildew from cushions
Service: Local families could enter the hotel on a day pass, which we did not know. This added to long lines and a low class feel with too many kids
Overall: barely OK
Sally
Pool: Great
Beach: Easy access
Food/Drink: Excellent
Entertainment: Always something to do
Accommodations: Room could have been better. Needed painted, just seemed old.
Service: Very good
Overall: Very good
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William
Pool: My only complaint would be the day long users of the swim up bar. The actions and language was not appropriate for the children.
Beach: Not much left
Food/Drink: Food usually cold, drinks fine. Ala Carte was great but too hard to get reservation. Would like to have tried more.
Entertainment: Did not see much, but enjoyed one we went to
Accommodations: Room was great
Service: If you did not tip it was usually quite slow
Overall: Two weeks in the sun was worth it
Michael said, 'I went to the Catalona two times last year, already been to it this year, and have another trip booked for November.'
Pool: bars need to open earlyer even at home i can buy beer at 7;00
Overall: I have been to catalona 2 times last year already been 2 this and have a trip booked for nov 9
David
Food/Drink: great resteraunt staff
Entertainment: did not see any
Overall: Overall a very good experience. The shuttle ride form the airport was longer than expected due to the number of stops. I had to switch rooms
Wanda said, 'Dream Vacations was very helpful. they made booking the trip so easy. Very happy with Dream Vacations.'
Food/Drink: Buffet was good.
Accommodations: Suite was very comfortable. TV's wre just awful.
Service: Requested repair to refridgerator, took forever to get it fixed. No bar in the room.
Overall: It was okay, we went there 2 times last year. Will not return to this property.