mexico resorts advise
Has anyone stayed at the Iberostar resorts in the Riviera Maya ? It has several resorts on the same property:
Lindo, Pariso maya, del mar and Pariso beach
I have read that the Pariso maya and lindo will give access to all the other resorts in the complex but Pariso beach and del mar are restricted to access with each other only.
Can anyone provide some insight and or recommendations?
Any insight on the beach and water conditions in December ? Snorkelling ? Swimming ?
Thank you

A great resort.
Lots of f/b outlets.
Book early for dinner.
Can’t speak of the water conditions for snorkeling.
We were there - 1 st week in February and it was choppy.
Great beach as we did go in every day.

Shawn what are f/b outlets

We stayed at Del Mar a few years ago... The beach was Meh (compared to other beaches we have been to) and we were unable to go in the ocean as it was very rocky and the water was quute rough. The pools however, were awesome. That was in Sept.

I've stayed at the iberostar grand. This is the top tier of all the iberostar and gives access to all the down line resorts. We had a fantastic time and will be returning.

We stayed at the del mar. It was pretty decent.

We stayed at the Tucan...further south in Playacar and it was our all time favourite. The beach was amazing and the food was great. All the staff were super friendly.

We stayed at the Tucan in November. Not a fan. You can find similar options for a cheaper price.

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I stayed at the Iberostar Grand Paraiso, did not much care for the food but the resort was nice and so was the beach. The ocean was a bit choppy though

Stayed at Iberostar Grand Paraiso in November, phenomenal experience
we would definitely stay there again

I’ve heard food is just ok.
Is it bland ?
Lack of variety ?
I’m always curious if people report not great food, if there are rating international type food (American) or local cuisine like Mexican .
I feel if you are travelling local food is where it to get a fair assessment. Just curious

Charlott i found the food bland. It was definitely edible but not much flavour.

Yes one of them but can't remember exactly which one. It was nice but a bit crowded. Room was really nice. Not too big. One criticism is that they didn't handle a serious food allergy well unlike other Mexican properties we've stayed at.

I have stayed both at Beach and Lindo —twice each. The Iberostar complex is by far my favourite resort in the riviera maya. Excellent balance between $, food/entertainment/beach/facilities. 5/5 i will be back.

We booked the Iberostar Del Mar from agency, but we upgraded at the resort for the Lindo one, we love it. It was one of the best vacation ever, the beach was beautiful the services were excellent. We loved the Beach party in one og the nights. We were there in October.

Was the best ever! Go for it!! The grounds are so large. So much to do and see.

We were underwhelmed. It is a huge resort. Beach was nice but lots of seaweed in October. Only do the adult only part.

We stayed at Lindo a few times... fantastic! U won’t be disappointed! Beautiful grounds.... clean nice rooms. The further up you stay in resort... the more selection of restaurants you have.

Thank you for all the input

I’ve been to both maya and beach and they’re both amazing! Beach for both hotels are the same and great! Maya has premium liquor if thats something you’re into. You have more access to restaurants with maya, but beach gives you a fair amount of times. All of the restaurants are available despite you being part of another side of the property. Maya has elevators to go up their rooms while beach doesn’t. Its kinda handy. Dm if you have any other questions, i was just there last October!

Read Mexico Vacation Awareness, lots of stories about tainted Alcohol at Iberostar resorts. I know it can be everywhere but I would not stay here. Just be aware is all!!

Was in Dec with family. We loved it. Food was wonderful. Everyone friendly. Water can be a bit choppy in Dec but they clean the beach and no seaweed. There's a great fbgroup so add yourself and read up. Stay at Maya- we used sunwing and prices are same as lindo. Each building has a conceirge to book your rest. Or change room temp. Not sure about snorkling. Shopping area and golf carts to cart you around if you feel like it from any location. Loved it.