Adults-only days at El Beso
El Beso guests have their own pool, swim-up bar and à la carte breakfast at Blue Moon, with the rest of the resort open to them whenever they like.
Overview
Why we recommend Ocean Riviera Paradise
Ocean Riviera Paradise opened in December 2016 on Playa Xcalacoco, about ten minutes north of Playa del Carmen. Its 974 rooms are divided into four sections with different moods: Paradise by the beach, Family beside the water park, the adults-only El Beso and the premium Privilege.
Families have a water park, the Daisy Club for ages 4–12 and a Teen Club for 13–17, while El Beso guests get their own pool and swim-up bar. Dining follows an unlimited model in which à la carte restaurants such as La Locanda, Sakura and Amaranto need no reservation, and evenings bring a theatre, bowling and live music.
- A beachfront all-inclusive resort on the Riviera Maya, about 10 minutes from Playa del Carmen.
- Its 974 rooms span four distinct sections: Paradise near the beach, Family by the water park, adults-only El Beso, and Privilege.
- Adults-only El Beso (18+) has its own pool, swim-up bar, snack bar and Blue Moon breakfast, plus access to the whole resort.
- Privilege adds private check-in, butler service, the Privilege Lounge, an exclusive pool and beach area, priority restaurant seating and 24-hour room service.
- À la carte restaurants need no prior reservation under the Unlimited Culinary Experience; only fine-dining experiences require a booking.
- Families have a water park beside the family pool, the Daisy Club for ages 4–12 and a Teen Club for 13–17.
- Dive It! Scuba & Fun, an official PADI center on site, offers diving courses, snorkel trips and cenote excursions at extra cost.
- Evenings bring a theater, a bowling alley, a disco for adults 18 and over, and live music at the Piano Bar.
Suites & rooms
8 ways to stay
Official categories. Views, sizes and inclusions vary — we confirm the exact room in your quotation.
Junior Suite Nature View
- family friendly
- king or two doubles
- sofa bed
Junior Suite Waterpark Side
- beside the water park
- king or two doubles
Paradise Junior Suite Swim Up
- direct swim-up access
- pool-side terrace
Paradise Junior Suite Rooftop Ocean View
- two levels
- rooftop terrace jacuzzi
- partial ocean view
El Beso Junior Suite Swim Up
- adults only (18+)
- swim-up access
- El Beso pool access
Privilege Junior Suite Swim Up
- swim-up access
- outdoor jacuzzi
- Privilege Lounge access
Privilege Master Suite Ocean View
- ocean view
- separate living area
- terrace with jacuzzi
- Privilege services
Privilege Master Suite Private Pool Ocean View
- private pool
- oceanfront setting
- Privilege services
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Dining
Where to eat & drink
13 restaurants · 5 bars
Venues, hours and reservation rules change seasonally; we confirm them for your dates.
- Restaurant
Amaranto
International buffet with show cooking and theme nights
Breakfast, lunch and dinner - Restaurant
La Locanda
Italian à la carte
Dinner only - Restaurant
Sakura
Asian cuisine and teppanyaki grills
Dinner only - Restaurant
Blue Moon
Romantic à la carte with signature French cuisine
Adults only (18+); dinner for all adult guests, breakfast for El Beso guests - Restaurant
Steak House
Grilled meats à la carte
Dinner only - Restaurant
Route 66
American à la carte with a food truck: burgers and barbecue
Dinner only - Restaurant
Margarita
Mexican à la carte
Dinner only - Restaurant
La Terraza
Mexican cuisine with show cooking
Dinner only - Restaurant
Pez Vela
Beachfront grill with seafood, pizzas and starters
Lunch and dinner - Restaurant
Privilege Lounge
International à la carte dining and lounge
Privilege guests only - Café
Bistro La Petite Creperie
Sweet and savory crêpes
- Café
Ocean Burger
Snack bar by the water park
- Café
Mike's Coffee
Specialty coffee, tea, cakes and smoothies
- Bar
Lobby Bar
The main lobby bar
- Bar
Piano Bar
Live music in the evening
- Bar
Sports Bar & Disco
Sports bar by evening, disco late at night
Disco is adults only (18+) - Bar
Swim-up pool bars (Daisy, Riviera, Privilege, El Beso)
Swim-up bars across the resort's sections
Privilege and El Beso bars are for those guests only; Daisy serves kids' drinks - Bar
Pez Vela Bar
Beach bar for cocktails and drinks
Amenities & experiences
Your days, your way
Dinner without reservations
Under the Unlimited Culinary Experience, you can walk into the à la carte restaurants, from Italian at La Locanda to teppanyaki at Sakura. Only fine-dining experiences require a booking.
Reefs and cenotes with Dive It!
The on-site PADI center runs courses for all levels, coral-reef dives, snorkel trips and cenote excursions, all at extra cost.
A family day at the water park
The family section brings together the water park, a swim-up bar, the Daisy Club and a snack bar next door.
Day trips from the concierge
The concierge arranges paid excursions to Chichén Itzá, Tulum, Cobá, Cozumel and the Xcaret, Xel-Há and Xplor parks.
Pools
- Several outdoor pools: beachfront, Paradise, a family pool with water park, and pools reserved for El Beso and Privilege guests.
Kids & family
- A water park in the family section, beside the family pool and its swim-up bar.
- Daisy Club for ages 4–12 and Teen Club for 13–17, with babysitting at extra cost and complimentary cribs on request.
Beach
- Direct beach access with hammocks, plus an exclusive Privilege beach area with Balinese beds; the beach is cleaned daily.
Spa
- Despacio Spa Centre: hydrotherapy, sauna, steam bath, jacuzzi, relaxation room, massages and beauty treatments, at extra cost.
Wellness
- A fully equipped gym inside the spa, complimentary and open 24 hours.
Sports & activity
- Three tennis courts, a multi-sports court, pickleball and a batting cage.
- Non-motorized water sports are included; the Dive It! PADI center offers diving, snorkeling, windsurfing, catamaran and kayak at extra cost.
More to enjoy
- Blue Team entertainment by day and night: beach volleyball, aerobics, workshops, shows and themed parties.
- Theater, bowling alley and disco are included; the arcade is extra.
Services
- Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout and free private parking.
- Accessible common areas and adapted rooms, available on advance request.
- Weddings and celebrations through the Perfect Day program, plus meeting rooms for events.
Cancún Intl. Airport
Ocean Riviera Paradise
Location
Playa del Carmen, Riviera Maya
Crta. Federal Cancún-Chetumal Km 296, Manzana 020, Lote 007-1, Playa Xcalacoco, 77710 Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico
About 50 km, or roughly 50–55 minutes, from Cancún International Airport.
- Playa del Carmen and Fifth AvenueAbout 10 minutes away.
- CozumelA ferry ride from Playa del Carmen, with a crossing of about 45 minutes.
- Xcaret, Xel-Há and Xplor parksAbout 20–30 minutes away.
- Tulum archaeological siteAbout 45 minutes away.
- Cenotes of Puerto Morelos and TulumAbout an hour away.
- Chichén ItzáAbout 2 hours 30 minutes away.
Good to know
Before you book
The details that change a stay. We confirm each one in writing before you pay.
El Beso (adults only) and Privilege are separate, higher categories; the El Beso pool and swim-up bar are reserved for guests staying in El Beso rooms.
The free airport transfer applies only to bookings on the hotel's own website; when you book with us, we arrange your transfer separately.
Spa treatments, diving and motorised water sports, laundry and babysitting cost extra.
All-inclusive service ends at 14:00 on departure day, and early check-in may carry a fee.
Room sizes and occupancy vary by category — we confirm them before quoting.
Sargassum is seasonal; the beach is cleaned daily, but sea conditions vary.
FAQ
Questions about Ocean Riviera Paradise
Answers from the resort's official information. Policies can change — we re-check them for your dates.
Is Ocean Riviera Paradise adults only?
No, it welcomes families. El Beso is an adults-only section for guests 18 and over who book an El Beso room; it has its own pool and swim-up bar, and its guests can use the whole resort.
What is the difference between El Beso and Privilege?
El Beso is the adults-only section, with its own pool, bar and Blue Moon breakfast. Privilege is the premium service tier, with private check-in, butler service, the Privilege Lounge, an exclusive pool and beach area, and priority restaurant seating. Each is a separate room category.
Do restaurants require reservations?
Most do not. The à la carte restaurants work without prior reservation, and only fine-dining experiences require a booking. Privilege guests receive priority seating.
Is there a dress code?
Daytime is casual, though swimwear must be covered and footwear is required. À la carte dinners call for smart casual: no sportswear, swimwear, sleeveless shirts or caps.
How far is it from Cancún airport, and is a transfer included?
The resort is about 50 km, roughly 50–55 minutes, from Cancún International Airport. Transfers are complimentary only for bookings made directly on the hotel's website with a minimum stay; other bookings pay separately.
What costs extra?
Spa treatments, Dive It! diving and motorized water sports, the arcade, laundry, babysitting and some dishes and wines are charged separately. Privilege and El Beso are higher-priced room categories.
What is there for children?
The Daisy Club welcomes ages 4–12 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and the Teen Club is for ages 13–17. There is also a water park in the family pool area.
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