Grand Velas Riviera Maya vs Royal Decameron Mompiche Beach Resort, Spa & Convention Center
Velas Resorts vs Royal Decameron — Side-by-side resort comparison
Key Metrics
| Metric | Grand Velas Riviera Maya | Royal Decameron Mompiche Beach Resort, Spa & Convention Center |
|---|---|---|
| Our Rating | 9.2 | 6.4 |
| Star Rating | 5.0 | 4.0 |
| Room Count | 539 | 282 |
| Restaurants | 8 | 4 |
| Pools | 4 | 5 |
| Year Opened | 2008 | 2009 |
| Year Renovated | 2021 | — |
Features
| Metric | Grand Velas Riviera Maya | Royal Decameron Mompiche Beach Resort, Spa & Convention Center |
|---|---|---|
| All-Inclusive | Yes | Yes |
| Adults Only | No | No |
| Beach Access | Yes | Yes |
| Spa | Yes | Yes |
| Kids Club | Yes | Yes |
Dining Comparison
| Metric | Grand Velas Riviera Maya | Royal Decameron Mompiche Beach Resort, Spa & Convention Center |
|---|---|---|
| Total Venues | 15 | 13 |
| Included | 15 | 13 |
| Extra Charge | 0 | 0 |
Room Comparison
| Metric | Grand Velas Riviera Maya | Royal Decameron Mompiche Beach Resort, Spa & Convention Center |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 11 | 3 |
| Suite Categories | 11 | 0 |
Activities Comparison
| Metric | Grand Velas Riviera Maya | Royal Decameron Mompiche Beach Resort, Spa & Convention Center |
|---|---|---|
| Total Activities | 23 | 30 |
| Included | 17 | 26 |
| Extra Charge | 6 | 4 |
Pros & Cons
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
Royal Decameron Mompiche Beach Resort, Spa & Convention Center
Pros
- Complimentary boat to Portete Island is a genuinely standout feature — calm white-sand beach with bar service at no extra cost
- Five pools with distinct purposes mean you can usually find a quiet spot even at high occupancy
- Pacific surf beach and rainforest backdrop make this visually distinct from any Caribbean all-inclusive
- Convention center capacity keeps pricing competitive for individual travelers versus luxury-only properties
Cons
- All-inclusive drinks package is noticeably lighter than at Caribbean Decameron properties — spirits restricted after 6pm, pre-mixed cocktails common
- 115km from Esmeraldas airport on roads that include unpaved sections; budget at least 2 hours and pre-book transfers
- All pools close around 7pm — evening swimmers will be frustrated
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 Royal Decameron Mompiche Beach Resort, Spa & Convention Center offers more activities.