AluaSun Continental Park Hotel & Apartments vs Grand Velas Riviera Maya
Alua Hotels & Resorts vs Velas Resorts — Side-by-side resort comparison
Key Metrics
| Metric | AluaSun Continental Park Hotel & Apartments | Grand Velas Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| Our Rating | 7.9 | 9.2 |
| Star Rating | 4.0 | 5.0 |
| Room Count | 190 | 539 |
| Restaurants | 1 | 8 |
| Pools | 3 | 4 |
| Year Opened | — | 2008 |
| Year Renovated | 2018 | 2021 |
Features
| Metric | AluaSun Continental Park Hotel & Apartments | Grand Velas Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| All-Inclusive | Yes | Yes |
| Adults Only | No | No |
| Beach Access | Yes | Yes |
| Spa | No | Yes |
| Kids Club | Yes | Yes |
Dining Comparison
| Metric | AluaSun Continental Park Hotel & Apartments | Grand Velas Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| Total Venues | 3 | 15 |
| Included | 3 | 15 |
| Extra Charge | 0 | 0 |
Room Comparison
| Metric | AluaSun Continental Park Hotel & Apartments | Grand Velas Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 5 | 11 |
| Suite Categories | 0 | 11 |
Activities Comparison
| Metric | AluaSun Continental Park Hotel & Apartments | Grand Velas Riviera Maya |
|---|---|---|
| Total Activities | 21 | 23 |
| Included | 16 | 17 |
| Extra Charge | 5 | 6 |
Pros & Cons
AluaSun Continental Park Hotel & Apartments
Pros
- Under 150m from Playa de Muro — one of Mallorca's best beaches — with direct gate access.
- Both a children's Mini Club and a dedicated Teen Club (ages 13–17) run daily, genuinely freeing up parents.
- On-site indoor pool useful for shoulder-season stays when outdoor temperatures drop at night.
- Free on-site parking — worthwhile if you plan to rent a car for day trips.
Cons
- All-inclusive drinks quality is consistently rated poor — local spirits and machine juice rather than branded products.
- Air conditioning in rooms is a recurring complaint in July and August — ask about room condition at check-in and request a change early if there are issues.
- Wi-Fi is widely described as inadequate beyond the lobby; mobile data is the practical solution.
- Evening entertainment noise carries until 11 PM and audibly reaches rooms on the ground floor facing the pool.
Grand Velas Riviera Maya
Pros
- Cocina de Autor is the first all-inclusive restaurant in the world to earn both a MICHELIN star and AAA Five Diamond — included in the rate
- SE Spa with Forbes Five Stars, 90,000+ square feet, and 40+ treatment suites is one of the largest and most awarded resort spas in Mexico
- Three distinct ambiances mean guests in Zen Grand have a completely different resort experience from guests in Grand Class — useful for multi-room group bookings
- Tulum ruins are 15 minutes away and cenote tours are easy half-day excursions from this location
Cons
- Zen Grand suites are three-quarters of a mile from the beach — the shuttle runs frequently but beach access requires active planning
- Cocina de Autor and Piaf book up as far as 6 months in advance in peak season — call before arrival rather than assuming on-arrival booking
- Premium pricing at the top of the Riviera Maya all-inclusive market — the quality justifies it but the commitment is real
Summary
Grand Velas Riviera Maya has a higher guest rating, while Grand Velas Riviera Maya has more restaurants, while Grand Velas Riviera Maya is the larger property, while Grand Velas Riviera Maya has more dining venues, while Grand Velas Riviera Maya offers more activities.