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Grand Xcaret by Occidental

Resort Rating: 5

 

 

Location: Riviera Maya

 

 

Meal Plan: All Inclusive

 

 

Resort Opened: 2002

 

 

Last Renovated: N/A 

 

 

Size: 661 rooms and 63 suites

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Resort Title

Main PhotoThe captivating Grand Xcaret by Occidental all-inclusive resort is located on the pristine Mexican Caribbean shoreline adjacent to the amazing Xcaret park. It's authentic Mediterranean style and magical tropical locale make it much more than a perfect vacation destination. The resort's unique characteristics, such as its expansive subterranean river which forms canals through the resort's pathways, allow the property to thrive harmoniously in this exotic natural setting surrounding by Mayan ruins, exotic tropical forest and natural wild life. The Resort is located 55 minutes from Cancun's International Airport and 15 minutes from Playa del Carmen town.

 

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Free Weddings Packages that include decorations, champagne, dinner, and much more. Document arrangement, legal fees, marriage license and certificate also included. (Restrictions Apply). See Hotel Description for details.

Honeymooners receive a special check-in at guest service desk, a complimentary room upgrade upon arrival (based on availability), a flower arrangement in room, breakfast in bed (one day of stay, to be arranged with guest services),special recognition during a show y the activities staff, massage discount vouchers (10% off). 3 night minimum stay required. Reservations must be commented at time of booking and proof of marriage will be required at check-in.

 

 

All Inclusive Inclusions

  • All meals
  • Snacks
  • Unlimited national alcoholic beverages, juices and soft drinks
  • Wine served at meals
  • Weekly cocktail organized by the hotel's director
  • One free admission per person to Xcaret Park
  • Daily multi lingual activities
  • Daily sports activities
  • Disco
  • Kid's Club with supervised activities
  • Solarium
  • 2 Paddle Courts
  • Game room, including: billiards, cards, darts and table tennis
  • Scuba clinic in the pool
  • Fitness center
  • Towel service at the pool and beach
  • Taxes and gratuities

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Amenities

  • Babysitting services - available at an additional fee
  • Baggage check
  • Business Center - additional fee may apply
  • Beach - Man-made Lagoon
  • Courtesy room - based upon availability
  • Health club facilities
  • Jacuzzi
  • Laundry facilities -available at an additional fee
  • Lounges/Bars - 14
  • Refrigerators - mini bar
  • Restaurants on premises - 10
  • Safety deposit box
  • Sauna - located in Spa - fees may apply
  • Steam room

 

Activities

Beach, Land & Water Activities

  • ActivitiesActivities desk/Concierge
  • Bike rental
  • Gameroom/Arcade - billiards
  • Play area for children
  • Spa - additional charge
  • Swimming pools - 4 outdoor, 1 children's
  • Tennis courts - 2 illuminated, 1 astroturf and 1 hard court

 

Other Entertainment

  • La bodequita - offering entertainment

 

Golf

  • Nearby at Golf Club at Playacar - Designed by Robert Von Hagge--par 72 course. Green fees approximately $160.

 

Weddings & Honeymoons

  • Free Weddings Program (when booked in Royal Club Category)
  • Original and copies of passports of bride and groom are required as well as tourist cards. A valid government issued identification for bride and groom a health certificate, a blood test ( which can be done by a local doctor for a fee), divorce records or death certificates (if applicable) and four witnesses are also required. Hotel does need to be contacted when reservations are made. Minimum booking requirements may apply please contact hotel for details. This package is coordinated with hotel directly and includes:
  • Wedding coordinator
  • Decoration of wedding location (gazebo, terrace, or other hotel setting)
  • Two table-top flower arrangements
  • Decorations and music
  • Bridal bouquet & Groom’s boutonniere
  • Ceremony & Judge services
  • Witness services upon request
  • Marriage License & Certificate - All Spanish documents & legal fees

 

Chidren’s Programs and Activities

  • Kid's Club with supervised activities
  • Play area for children
  • Children’s pool

 

Dining

Restaurants

  • DiningLe Buffet - serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner
  • Los Olivos - Italian cuisine, antipastos and desserts at the buffet and main plate served a la carte. Serving dinner
  • La Hacienda - Mexican cuisine, salad and dessert service buffet style and main dish served a la carte. Serving dinner
  • Sonora Grill - Meat and fish on the grill, buffet salad and dessert service, main dish a la carte. Serving dinner
  • Pacos Tacos and La Piazza - Antipastos, hot dishes, pizzas and desserts, Basic Mexican fare. Serving dinner
  • D'Oriental - Gourmet a la carte service. Serving dinner
  • El Lago - Serving Lunch
  • Royal Club - Serving breakfast
  • El Pescador - At the beach club, a la carte service, specializing in seafood
  • Kid's Club - Serving lunch for little people
  • Pool Snack Bar
  • Pool Snack Bar
  • Some restaurants may only operate on select schedules. Some restaurants may require reservations and expect appropriate dress. Consult the hotel upon arrival for hours of operation, reservation policies and dress codes

 

Bars and Lounges

  • Lobby Bar
  • Beach Club Bar
  • Hundido
  • Terraza
  • Sport Bar
  • La Bodequita - Entertainment
  • Palenque - Disco
  • El Lago

 

Accommodations

  • AccommodationsDeluxe
  • Bedding - 2 full size or 1 king
    Occupancy limits - 3 adults, 2 children, 4 total
    Maximum of 2 children through the age of 1 stay free in existing bedding with at least 2 adults. Children ages 2-12 are surcharged. (Valid through December 23, 2004)
  • Maximum of 2 children through the age of 1 stay free in existing bedding with at least 1 adult. Children ages 2-12 are surcharged. (December 24, 2004-December 23, 2005)
  • All rooms include: Minibar with water, beer and sodas replenished once during your stay, safety deposit box, hair dryer, satellite TV, telephones with data port for internet connection, and iron/ironing board

 

  • Junior Suite
  • Bedding - 1 king or 2 double beds
    Occupancy limits - 3 adults, 2 children, 4 total
    Maximum of 2 children through the age of 1 stay free in existing bedding with at least 2 adults. Children ages 2-12 are surcharged. (Valid through December 23, 2004)

  • Maximum of 2 children through the age of 1 stay free in existing bedding with at least 1 adult. Children ages 2-12 are surcharged. (December 24, 2004-December 23, 2005)

  • All rooms include: spacious accommodations - twice the size of a deluxe room, minibar with water, beer and sodas replenished once during your stay, safety deposit box, hair dryer, satellite TV, telephones with data port for internet connection, and iron/ironing board.

 

  • Royal Club Luxury

    Bedding -
    2 full size or 1 king
    Occupancy limits - 3 adults, 2 children, 4 total
    Maximum of 2 children through the age of 1 stay free in existing bedding with at least 2 adults. Children ages 2-12 are surcharged. (Valid through December 23, 2004)

  • Maximum of 2 children through the age of 1 stay free in existing bedding with at least 1 adult. Children ages 2-12 are surcharged. (December 24, 2004-December 23, 2005)

  • All rooms include: Independent reception, private breakfast and lunch area, bar service with international labels, pool and private Jacuzzi, internet connection, minibar with daily replenishing, CD player, scale, coffee maker, hydromassage tub, secretarial services, sending and receiving faxes, drinks and snacks throughout the day, bar service - national labels, fruit juices, sodas, beers, and national rum) included, express check out for your comfort, message service, personal telephone calls, preference in laundry service and restaurants, fruit basket upon arrival, safety deposit box, hair dryer, satellite TV, telephones with data port for internet connection, and iron/ironing board
  • Royal Club Jr Suite

    Bedding -
    1 king or 2 double beds
    Occupancy limits - 3 adults, 2 children, 4 total
    Maximum of 2 children through the age of 1 stay free in existing bedding with at least 2 adults. Children ages 2-12 are surcharged. (Valid through December 23, 2004)

  • Maximum of 2 children through the age of 1 stay free in existing bedding with at least 1 adult. Children ages 2-12 are surcharged. (December 24, 2004-December 23, 2005)

  • All rooms include: Independent reception, private breakfast and lunch area, bar service with international labels, pool and private Jacuzzi, internet connection, minibar with daily replenishing, CD player, scale, coffee maker, hydromassage tub, secretarial services, sending and receiving faxes, drinks and snacks throughout the day, bar service - national labels, fruit juices, sodas, beers, and national rum) included, express check out for your comfort, message service, personal telephone calls, preference in laundry service and restaurants, fruit basket upon arrival, safety deposit box, hair dryer, satellite TV, telephones with data port for internet connection, and iron/ironing board
  • Family Unit

    Bedding -
    2 full size or king (Family units consist of two connecting deluxe category rooms.)
    Occupancy limits - 3 adults, 4 children, 6 total
    Maximum of 4 children through the age of 12 stay free in existing bedding with at least 2 adults. (now through December 23, 2004)
  • Maximum of TBA children through the age of TBA stay free in existing bedding with at least TBA adults. (December 24, 2004-December 23, 2005)
  • All rooms include: Minibar with water, beer and sodas replenished once during your stay, safety deposit box, hair dryer, satellite TV, telephones with data port for internet connection, and iron/ironing board
  • Nonsmoking Rooms - The hotel has a few nonsmoking rooms based on availability.

    Handicapped Rooms - The hotel has 0 handicapped rooms.

    Additional Bedding:
  • Rollaway beds - yes, based upon availability.
    Cribs - yes, based upon availability.
     

 

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