Grand Velas Riviera Maya vs TRS Yucatan Hotel
Velas Resorts vs TRS Hotels — Side-by-side resort comparison
Key Metrics
| Metric | Grand Velas Riviera Maya | TRS Yucatan Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Our Rating | 9.2 | 8.7 |
| Star Rating | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Room Count | 539 | 454 |
| Restaurants | 8 | 6 |
| Pools | 4 | 8 |
| Year Opened | 2008 | 2017 |
| Year Renovated | 2021 | — |
Features
| Metric | Grand Velas Riviera Maya | TRS Yucatan Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| All-Inclusive | Yes | Yes |
| Adults Only | No | Yes |
| Beach Access | Yes | Yes |
| Spa | Yes | Yes |
| Kids Club | Yes | No |
Dining Comparison
| Metric | Grand Velas Riviera Maya | TRS Yucatan Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Total Venues | 15 | 12 |
| Included | 15 | 11 |
| Extra Charge | 0 | 1 |
Room Comparison
| Metric | Grand Velas Riviera Maya | TRS Yucatan Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Room Categories | 11 | 13 |
| Suite Categories | 11 | 12 |
Activities Comparison
| Metric | Grand Velas Riviera Maya | TRS Yucatan Hotel |
|---|---|---|
| Total Activities | 23 | 27 |
| Included | 17 | 23 |
| 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
TRS Yucatan Hotel
Pros
- Las Rocas saltwater tidal pool with actual marine life is the most distinctive pool experience available at any Riviera Maya all-inclusive.
- Chic Cabaret is included for TRS Yucatan guests — at TRS Coral and TRS Turquesa it carries an extra reservation fee.
- 645 sq ft base suite size is the largest in the TRS portfolio — the rooms feel genuinely spacious.
- The on-site cenotes and jungle wildlife make this property feel distinctly Riviera Maya rather than a generic Caribbean resort.
Cons
- 80 minutes from Cancún International Airport is the longest transfer in the Riviera Maya all-inclusive corridor — factor this into arrival and departure planning.
- Private plunge pool suites (108 available) are highly in-demand — book the specific category early or risk availability at standard junior suite level.
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 TRS Yucatan Hotel offers more activities.