Hotel at a Glance: Barceló Maya Tropical

Palm trees, shaded cabanas, and a stretch of white sand are all that separate this four-star resort’s outdoor pools from the Caribbean Sea. It’s a telling example of the resort’s ability to put everything within guests’ reach. All-inclusive privileges grant access to amenities such as a mini-golf course, along with meals and drinks at several internationally inspired restaurants, a couple of which afford views of the seaside.

• Tropical gardens surround the hotel, and you’ll see them easily from the terrace of your guest room.
• Enjoy watersports via kayaks, water tricycles, and windsurfing.
• Four restaurants including a buffet and specialty restaurants serving Italian, steak-house, and Caribbean cuisines
• Spanish dance classes and water-aerobics sessions are available.
• Resort discounts: When you purchase add-ons such as spa treatments or private dinners, you’ll receive discounts of up to 25%.

Mexico’s Riviera Maya: Rich with History and Tropical Calm

Just south of Cancún, the Riviera Maya is a nearly 80-mile stretch of Caribbean coastline fronted by towns rich in Mexican culture. For some of the area’s best beaches, clubs, and snorkeling reefs, head to the rapidly growing city of Playa del Carmen. Farther south, Tulum sits on a perch of rocky bluffs and is better known for ancient ruins, including temples and a cliff-side castle. The inhabitants of Tulum—which means “walled” in the aboriginal language—first erected the city’s outer fortress to protect themselves from belligerent invaders. Today, the wall guards the archaeological zone, beginning with an entryway of two corbel arches and a limestone house built over an underwater cave.

Swimming in the secret caves isn’t allowed, but a scenic drive south of Playa del Carmen brings you to the Yucatán Peninsula’s legendary limestone cenotes, freshwater sinkholes created by an underground river system. At the Cenote Cristalino, you can jump from terraced outcroppings into an exposed pool or go snorkeling in underwater caves. You can also watch locals expertly flip, dive, and synchronously cannonball into the clear water at this popular weekend hangout.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the best way to travel to the hotel from the airport? The property is about 49 miles from Cancún International Airport (CUN).

2. Is there an additional occupancy fee, or do I have to purchase another Groupon? The Groupon covers two guests. Up to two additional guests maybe added for $100 per night for each additional guest 13 or older or $50 per night for each additional guest 12 or younger.

3. Will I be approached to attend a timeshare sales presentation? Groupon customers are never obligated to attend a sales presentation. If you are approached and decline a presentation, you will not lose the value of your Groupon or have to pay additional fees.

4. Which activities and amenities are included in the resort credits? No resort credits are included in this Groupon.

5. Are dinner reservations required for restaurants? Is there a dress code? For information regarding your dining options, please click here.

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