Rating8.2
Rating8.0
Rating8.1Good
Based on 24.3k reviews
Exceptional Staff & Service
Guests consistently laud the resort staff for their friendliness, attentiveness, and willingness to go above and beyond, making for a truly welcoming experience across all departments.
Diverse & Well-Maintained Pools
The resort's multiple pools are frequently praised for their cleanliness, variety (family, general, adults-only), and ample space for relaxation and enjoyment by all guests.
Varied Dining Experiences
The array of à la carte restaurants, combined with a quality buffet and popular spots like Mike's Coffee, offers guests a wide and generally satisfying culinary journey with many options.
Family & Adult Balance
The resort successfully caters to all demographics with distinct zones and activities, ensuring both lively family fun and tranquil adult relaxation are possible within the property.
Pristine Beachfront
The resort's direct access to a beautiful white-sand beach with clear Caribbean waters, kept tidy by regular grooming, is a significant draw for sun-seekers and ocean enthusiasts.
À La Carte Reservations
Securing dinner reservations at specialty restaurants can be challenging, especially for non-Privilege guests, often requiring early booking or facing limited availability during peak times.
Seasonal Beach Conditions
While the resort actively maintains its beach, guests should be aware that seaweed presence and water clarity can vary seasonally due to natural ocean factors.
Privilege Upgrade Pressure
Some guests have reported feeling encouraged or receiving sales pitches to purchase the Privilege club upgrade, which offers enhanced services and exclusive amenities.
Pool/Beach Chair Availability
During peak times, finding prime loungers by the pools or on the beach can be competitive, necessitating early arrival to secure preferred spots.
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Best International Resort
2013
Condé Nast Traveler
Biosphere Certification
Eco-certified property
Biosphere
Traveler Rating 4.5/5
Based on over 23,000 reviews
TripAdvisor
Ocean Coral & Turquesa sits on Puerto Morelos's white-sand beach at the midpoint between Cancun and Playa del Carmen — 35 minutes from Cancun International Airport (CUN), which is among the shorter transfers for Riviera Maya properties. The 586-suite resort opened in 2007-2008 and has maintained its facilities through ongoing updates rather than a single notable renovation.
The dining program is the most concrete differentiator. Ten à la carte themed restaurants cover Italian (Ritratto d'Italia), Mexican (Hacienda Los Girasoles), Japanese teppanyaki and sushi (Sensai), Caribbean grill (Villa Marina), and an adults-only signature restaurant (Bluemoon), among others. For a property of this size, 10 à la carte dinner options significantly reduces the likelihood of dining fatigue on longer stays. Reservations are required for most venues — book all desired restaurants on arrival day.
The El Beso adults-only section, which functioned as a private enclave for couples within the family resort, is being converted to an exclusive Privilege section by May 2026. Guests booking after this date will find the Privilege tier replacing the standalone El Beso adults-only concept — Privilege rooms gain priority reservations, butler service, and exclusive pool access. This transition is worth confirming at time of booking.
The Teenclub stands out: ages 13–17 get dedicated gaming space with PlayStation, Xbox, and Wii access, plus Guitar Hero and table football, open daily from 2–10 PM. The Daisy Club for ages 4–12 covers 9 AM to 6 PM with daily and nightly programming. For families with teenagers, the 8-hour daily program is more substantial than what most Riviera Maya properties offer this age group.
The honest limitation is reservation management at this property. Ten à la carte restaurants create a booking system where arrival-day reservation securing matters significantly. Guests who don't organize this immediately at check-in lose access to the most desirable dinner windows.
