Pointe Marin beach is genuinely beautiful and consistently clear — one of the better beaches in the southern Caribbean Club Med portfolio.
The water sports program is a real differentiator: waterskiing from the arc pontoon, wakeboarding, and windsurfing all with instruction, all included.
Padel setup is the best on Martinique — if racket sports matter to you, note this specifically.
Recent renovations have improved room quality and the main bar, though this is ongoing rather than complete.
The G.O. team's enthusiasm for Creole culture runs through the food, the evening entertainment, and the activities.
Cons
No dedicated kids' club currently — families with children under 12 who expect supervised childcare programming should wait for the November 2026 Zen Oasis expansion or choose another resort.
Some rooms (despite renovation) still feel dated in places; room quality is uneven depending on building and floor.
Local visitors can access parts of the resort on some days, which occasionally affects restaurant crowding.
Cocktail quality at the main bar is hit-or-miss; some guests report underwhelming preparation.
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
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.
