Astoria Riviera Maya
Nature-immersed, culturally rooted luxury. Think open-air architecture with wide shaded terraces, mangrove views, fire-lit dinners, and a spa that leans Mayan rather than generic. Far removed from the strip-resort chaos of the Hotel Zone.
The swim-up room category is restricted to guests 10+, so families with young children should book standard oceanfront rooms or suites
Why It Matters
Holds a Michelin Key, AAA Five Diamond, Forbes Travel Guide Four Stars (2025), and was named Mexico's Leading Luxury Resort 2024 by the World Travel Awards. Its spa — a 40,000 sq ft Mayan-inspired complex — won Mexico's Best Resort Spa 2024. Ranked #1 Best Hotel in Cancun by U.S. News (2024). Every room has a private balcony soaking tub and direct ocean view, which is genuinely rare at this price point.
173-room resort sprawling across 100 acres of private Caribbean coastline, about 15 minutes from Cancun International Airport. Every single room has a private balcony with a soaking tub and ocean views — no upgrades required. The property draws deep on Mayan heritage: local artisan details, culturally curated programming, oils from native trees in the spa, and an artist residency program called Casa Abierta woven throughout your stay. It shares its gated compound with the adjacent Hilton Cancun, but the two are distinct experiences.
Where You'll Stay
15 room types available
Amai Suite
Two-bedroom suite for up to 6 guests. At 2,270 sq ft it has soaking tubs, private balcony, full kitchen, and speakeasy access. One of the property's more unusual perks.
Multiple
Deluxe Ocean Front 2 Queen Beds Guestroom
Deluxe positioning with two queens, ocean view, private balcony, and soaking tub. Sleeps up to 4.
2 Queens
Deluxe Oceanfront King Bed Guestroom
Upgraded finish and position over the standard king, same 675 sq ft footprint with private balcony soaking tub and full ocean views.
1 KingDeluxe Oceanfront Suite with King Bed
Larger suite footprint at 1,355 sq ft with a living room, dining area, ocean-view bathroom, and private balcony soaking tub.
1 KingFamily Connecting Suite
Two connected bedrooms with private balcony and soaking tub. Designed for families needing connected spaces without stepping up to a full multi-bedroom suite.
MultipleOcean Front 2 Queen Beds Guestroom
Good family option. Same oceanfront balcony with soaking tub as the king, sleeps up to 4.
2 QueensOcean Front Master Corner Suite with King Bed
Corner position gives wraparound views at 1,680 sq ft. Features a full living room with dining table, second half-bath, pool table, kitchen, and private balcony with soaking tub.
1 KingOcean Front Swim Up Master Corner Suite
Same corner footprint as the master corner suite but with swim-up pool access instead of balcony. Kitchen, pool table, living and dining room. Ages 10+ only.
1 KingOcean Front View King Bed Guestroom
Entry-level room with ocean view, private balcony, and soaking tub. Frette sheets, marble bath with double sinks, and separate sitting area.
1 King
Oceanfront 2 Bedroom Presidential Suite
The headline suite at 6,225 sq ft. Two bedrooms, multiple balconies, plunge pool and deck, full kitchen, living and dining room, pool table, and complimentary hydrotherapy at the Waldorf Astoria Spa.
MultipleOceanfront Suite with 2 Queen Beds
Suite with two queens and a full separate living room, private balcony, and soaking tub. Good option for families wanting suite-level space.
2 QueensOceanfront Suite with King Bed
Suite-level step up with a separate living room, private balcony, and soaking tub. Full ocean views throughout.
1 King
Riviera Suite
Three-bedroom suite for up to 10 guests at 4,015 sq ft. Soaking tubs, private balcony, full kitchen, and speakeasy access. The largest multi-room option for groups.
MultipleSwim Up Pool 1 King Guestroom
Ground-floor room with direct swim-up access to the pool from your private terrace. Also has a soaking tub. Age restriction: guests must be 10 or older.
1 KingSwim Up Pool Two Queen Bed Guestroom
Same swim-up configuration as the king version, with two queens for families. Age restriction: 10 and up only.
2 QueensThe Property
Eat & Drink
7 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Daily sunrise yoga and wellness rituals on the beach and oceanfront areas. Part of the resort's broader wellness programming.
Artist residencies, craft workshops, and cultural activations woven throughout the stay. Not a single event but an ongoing program featuring Mexico's contemporary makers.
Daily evening entertainment at El Patio, the resort's terrace by the lobby. Live music — trumpet and guitar performances noted.
Concierge-arranged excursions including Chichen Itza, cenote explorations, snorkeling reefs, and ferry crossings to Isla Mujeres.
State-of-the-art gym with treadmills, ellipticals, cycles, free weights, and strength and stability equipment. Classes available with professional instructors. Ocean views.
Exclusive golf access at El Tinto course. Bookable directly through the resort concierge.
Access to PGA Riviera Maya's two championship courses — an 18-hole and a 9-hole par-3 — designed by the Robert Trent Jones II team through the Mayan jungle with natural cenotes. First PGA of America partner complex in Latin America.
Interactive hands-on cooking classes exploring Mexican regional cuisine. Includes Mayan cooking demonstrations.
Hands-on mixology class led by expert bartenders covering the history and technique of margarita making.
Daily private wine tasting focused on Mexican wines, held at the resort.
Guided tequila tasting exploring the flavors, craftsmanship, and heritage of Mexico's iconic spirit.
Kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding on the Caribbean from the resort's beachfront.
Structured daily activities for ages 4–11: painting, storytelling, Mayan craft treasure hunts, sand art, and cookie making.
Two infinity pools overlooking the Caribbean Sea with a dedicated poolside concierge service. Balinese day beds, poolside food and beverage service.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Mobility-accessible king and double queen rooms available with roll-in showers, grab bars, and doorways at least 32 inches wide.
Private white-sand beach on 100 acres of oceanfront property. Beach attendants and service included.
Over 65,000 sq ft of indoor and outdoor event space. Accommodates events from 3 to over 300 guests. Chic ballroom, boardroom, and beachfront settings.
Complimentary WiFi throughout the property.
Complimentary parking on-site. Valet parking also available.
Pets allowed up to 23 kg. Non-refundable fee of $150 USD per stay plus $50 USD per day per pet. Welcome package includes treats, special bed, and in-room dining menu for pets.
Two beachfront infinity pools overlooking the Caribbean. Dedicated poolside concierge service.
Full concierge team handling excursions, dining reservations, activity bookings, and personalized itineraries. Celebrations Concierge available for events and weddings.
On-site boutique store. Excluded from the all-inclusive package.
Hilton Honors Digital Key for contactless room entry via smartphone.
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