Hotel Maya Caribe Faranda Cancún

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Yet another perfect vacation, in no small part thanks to us staying at the Hotel Maya Caribe! As always, all the staff were friendly and hardworking however, the following people deserve a special mention, due to them being an integral part of our vacation, year after year: Yeing - Hotel Manager.… more

Yet another perfect vacation, in no small part thanks to us staying at the Hotel Maya Caribe! As always, all the staff were friendly and hardworking however, the following people deserve a special mention, due to them being an integral part of our vacation, year after year: Yeing - Hotel Manager. The best Hotel Manager ever and an all round beautiful human being! Andreas - Ex Porter, now in charge of all things to do with the hospitality pool towels. Our vacation just wouldn't be the same, if we didn't see the guy who has helped us right from our very first vacation at the Hotel Maya Caribe! Luis Cen - Restaurant Iguanas Supervisor. When Luis Cen is working, we always know that we'll be looked after extra specially well! Additional shout outs go out to Josue (Porter) and Miranda (Reception personnel). They both always go the extra mile if we ask them for anything! Read all our other Maya Caribe/Dos Playas reviews to see why we keep coming back! Roll on February 2025!

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“A Perfect 10!!!”

To say our 10th residency in 10 years didn't disappoint is an understatement! A truly perfect vacation (as always to be honest) made possible because of the following: 1. Yeing (Hotel Manager) & her entire team. Never enough positive things can be said about this lady. She has never let us down, … more

To say our 10th residency in 10 years didn't disappoint is an understatement! A truly perfect vacation (as always to be honest) made possible because of the following: 1. Yeing (Hotel Manager) & her entire team. Never enough positive things can be said about this lady. She has never let us down, no matter what request we have made of her, or the situation we may have found ourselves in over the years. Always genuinely happy to see us! Special shout-outs go to the following people: Andreas (Ex Porter, now in charge of all things to do with the hospitality pool towels) This gentleman has always looked out for us and our wellbeing, right from our very first residency. The help he has given us (and continues to do so) over the years has been truly appreciated and will never be forgotten! Josue (Porter) A consummate, hardworking professional. He always has a smile on his face and is always happy to see you (just like his padre Andreas!). Luis Cen (Restaurant Iguanas Supervisor) A visit to the Restaurant Iguanas, just isn't quite the same if Luis isn't working that day. Seeing him always helps to start our day off (if we see him at breakfast) very pleasantly, with his warm smile and happy demeanor. Everything is 'no problem'' to Luis. The pizza guys (we never get their names, sorry!). These guys deserve a medal! They never fail to produce good quality, tasty pizzas! No request is too much trouble for them (no matter how busy they are) and they go about their work happily, with smiles on their faces. Notable shout-outs from this vacation go to the following people: Gerado, Santiago, Rigoberto, Edgar & Caesar. 2. 'Our' room with a view! 'Our' room (the room we love to stay in, year after year after year) genuinely helps to make our residencies at the Maya Caribe special. The view at any time of the day (but especially on a clear morning, just as the sun is rising) is nothing short of spectacular! 3. The ambiance. Being in/on the grounds of the Maya Caribe is just so very Mexican (in the best possible sense!)! From the way the rooms are decorated, to every employee who is hard at work (yet still, somehow, managing to look relaxed at the same time!) but will still take the time to smile and say 'hola' when they see you. To the peacocks (and other wildlife, including iguanas) who roam free on the grounds, to the idyllic weddings & wedding receptions that are held on site, from time to time. 4. The food. Whether it be breakfast, lunch, dinner, made to order pizza, or any other food that may be available on site, we can honestly say that we've never had a bad meal! There's plenty to choose from on a daily basis and more often than not, I find myself having a second helping! 5. The drink. There's a fantastic selection of drinks both alcoholic and non alcoholic available on site. My wife and I try to make our way through the cocktail list every vacation! However, no matter how nice the cocktails are (and they are all very nice!) for me, nothing beats a cold, light beer, fresh from the keg, from the Restaurant Iguanas bar, on a hot afternoon in late August/early September! 6. Mexican night. The Mexican night, held once a week (weather permitting) in the grounds of the Maya Caribe, is undoubtedly a highlight of our vacation! To say my wife particularly enjoys it, is an understatement! Traditional food, drink, music and performances truly make the evening a night to remember! 7. The Spa/the employees of the Spa. The Spa, which can be found close to the Restaurant Iguanas, is most definitely a favourite of ours. The employees give such wonderful, relaxing massages, that I feel compelled to have at least two whilst vacationing in literal paradise! 8. The Gym. The Gym is basic, but it has everything we need. In fact, going to that wonderful little sweat box of a Gym every morning, is the only thing that keeps the fat man who lives inside me, from emerging, especially after 15 days of gluttony! I truly do love those sweaty, morning Gym sessions! 9. Location, location, location!!! The Maya Caribe is, for us, perfectly located! Close to a ferry terminal, for when we want to go across to the beautiful Isla Mujeres. Close to not one, but two Oxo's, for when we need to pick up any essentials. Just far enough away from the strip, to avoid any potential over excitable guests wanting to stay at our hotel, but still within walking distance to the strip for us, if we so choose. Everywhere we need/want to be whilst vacationing in Cancun, is within walking distance from the Maya Caribe! 10. Value for money. Staying at the Maya Caribe represents, for us, exceptional value for money, all things considered! We've never stayed anywhere else in the world, where you get so much out of the experience, compared to the price you pay. It literally feels like a steal to us, every residency and long may it continue! Roll on August 2024 and our 11th residency in 10 years!!!

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“Solid 3 star hotel”

Solid 3 star hotel for unassuming tourist who value good beach, average all inclusive, and not scared of run down but workable facilities for a good price. To enhance your experience I would suggest booking sea view ether Maya Caribe or Dos Playas. If you value more or less renovated hotel I thi… more

Solid 3 star hotel for unassuming tourist who value good beach, average all inclusive, and not scared of run down but workable facilities for a good price. To enhance your experience I would suggest booking sea view ether Maya Caribe or Dos Playas. If you value more or less renovated hotel I think your hotel choice/price should be above 2200 USD All the best

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