Royalton Blue Waters Montego Bay, Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Our Rating
9.2
7.7
Star Rating
5.0
4.5
Room Count
539
228
Restaurants
8
11
Pools
4
5
Year Opened
2008
2016
Year Renovated
2021
2023
Features
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Grand Velas Riviera Maya
Royalton Blue Waters Montego Bay, Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
All-Inclusive
Yes
Yes
Adults Only
No
No
Beach Access
Yes
Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Kids Club
Yes
Yes
Dining Comparison
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Grand Velas Riviera Maya
Royalton Blue Waters Montego Bay, Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Total Venues
15
20
Included
15
19
Extra Charge
0
1
Room Comparison
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Grand Velas Riviera Maya
Royalton Blue Waters Montego Bay, Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Room Categories
11
9
Suite Categories
11
9
Activities Comparison
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Grand Velas Riviera Maya
Royalton Blue Waters Montego Bay, Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Total Activities
23
24
Included
17
18
Extra Charge
6
6
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
Royalton Blue Waters Montego Bay, Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Pros
Shared access to Royalton White Sands effectively doubles the dining and pool options at no extra cost
Pirate-themed water park is genuinely good for families with children aged 5–14
White Bay Beach has better water clarity and calmer conditions than many Montego Bay resort beaches
The Jerk Hut on the beach is one of the most authentically Jamaican dining experiences at any all-inclusive
Diamond Club ocean-view suites get sunset exposure — some of the best balcony views in the Royalton Jamaica portfolio
Cons
Noise between rooms is a recurring issue — entertainment runs late and building soundproofing varies
Buffet food quality fluctuates significantly; the specialty restaurants are more reliable but require patience to access during peak periods
The resort is in Falmouth, not Montego Bay proper — if you want day trips to the city, budget extra time
Summary
Grand Velas Riviera Maya has a higher guest rating, while Royalton Blue Waters Montego Bay, Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort has more restaurants, while Grand Velas Riviera Maya is the larger property, while Royalton Blue Waters Montego Bay, Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort has more dining venues, while Royalton Blue Waters Montego Bay, Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort offers more activities.
