Akumal Bay Beach & Wellness Resort - Cancun Mexico

  • 4.6 star
  • Mexico
  • Cancun
  • All Meals and Snacks
  • Unlimited Domestic Beverages
  • 24 Hour Room Service
  • Introductory Scuba Lesson
  • Bicycle Rental
  • Gym/Fitness Center
  • Supervised Children's Program(s)
  • Tennis Court(s)
  • Daily Organized Activities
  • Nightly Entertainment
  • Hotel Taxes and Gratuities

About Akumal Bay Beach & Wellness Resort

Between Playa del Carmen and Tulum, Akumal Bay Beach and Wellness Resort offers one of the best beaches anywhere, with over a mile of white sandy powder beach, world-class snorkeling with sea turtles and top diving with a great variety of life that thrives within the live coral reef just steps from the guest rooms. The relaxed atmosphere in Akumal captivates the spirit of a laid back Mayan Riviera beachside town. Akumal Bay Beach and Wellness Resort offers a truly unique experience for guests seeking the best possible beach vacation. All 324 guest rooms are located in buildings within steps of the ocean and feature breathtaking views of Akumal Bay. With the convenience of an All-Inclusive, Akumal Bay Beach and Wellness Resort provides guests with a sophisticated simplicity and friendly service in the intimate atmosphere of a small resort.

Located approximately 55 minutes from the Cancun airport, 25 minutes from Playa del Carmen and 20 minutes from Tulum.

Points of Interest:

  • Akumal Bay - Snorkeling with sea turtles and diving to the coral reef
  • Archaeological Sites - Tulum, Chichen Itza, Coba
  • Parks & Natural Reserves - Xcaret, Xel Ha, Sian Ka'an
  • Playa del Carmen - shopping

In the ancient language of the Mayas, long before Cancun, there was a magic place called Akumal--"Place of Turtles."

Rooms

Junior suites feature one king sized bed or two double beds, along with included amenities and are located in the middle floors of the buildings, Jacuzzi in terrace.
Maximum Occupancy: 3 Adults / 2 Adults + 2 Children

Amenities Include
  • Air-conditioned
  • Sitting area with sofa
  • Ceiling fan
  • Satellite TV
  • Wi-Fi ($)
  • Mini-bar (restocked daily)
  • iPod docking station
  • Aromatherapy
  • Pillow menu
  • Coffee Maker
  • Toilet amenities
  • Vanity mirror
  • Turn-down service
  • Iron & Ironing board
  • Beach towel in-room upon arrival
  • Safety deposit box
  • Slippers
  • Hair dryer
  • Umbrella
  • Jacuzzi on balcony/terrace
  • 24-Hour Room Service

Services

  • Pool(s)
  • Fitness Center/Gym
  • Tour Desk
  • Car Rental
  • Money Exchange
  • ($) Medical Services Available
  • ($) Laundry/Dry Cleaning Service
  • Group/Meeting Facilities
  • Gift Shop(s)
  • Wedding Services
Akumal Bay Beach and Wellness Resort offers one of the best beaches anywhere, with over a mile of beach to explore, a swimming pool, an indoor theatre plus six restaurants and one snack-bar. Guests enjoy world-class snorkeling and diving with sea turtle sighteeings a big draw year-round and a huge variety of sealife that thrives within the live coral reef. Akumal Bay Beach Resort is an intimate resort with real advantages for clients looking for an affordable, authentic place to relax, with ocean views from almost everywhere and exceptionally friendly service.

Click here to view resort map.

Additional Facilities & Services:
  • Children's Activities
  • Babysitting service ($)
  • Boutique shop($)
  • Money exchange ($)
  • Wi-Fi Internet ($)
  • Telephone and fax services
  • Massages ($)
  • Medical services available (on call) ($)
  • Laundry/Dry cleaning service ($)

$ = extra charge applies

Group Facilities
Akumal Bay Beach and Wellness Resort represents an undeniable dream destination for weddings, honeymoons, groups, conventions, incentives and conferences. The resort offers several options for private events. Wedding packages are available (see WEDDING tab for more information).

Bars & Restaurants

  • 6 Restaurants
  • 5 Bars/Lounges
  • Disco
  • Nightly Entertainment
  • Room Service Available
  • Theater
Dining options include one main buffet restaurant, four a la carte restaurants, a snack bar, and a sushi bar. Choose from a variety of cuisines, including Mexican, Oriental, Gourmet, or Rodizio steakhouse

Things to Do

  • Tennis Court(s)
  • Multi-Sport Court
  • Ping Pong
  • Bike Rental
  • Meditation/Relaxation/Yoga Classes
  • Scuba (Beginners Lesson)
  • Snorkeling
  • Kayaking
  • Massage
  • Fitness Center/Gym
When you think of Akumal, think of world-class snorkeling! Akumal Bay Beach and Wellness Resort offers some of the finest saltwater snorkeling in the Caribbean right off the resort's beach. A live coral reef awaits, just steps from your room, within the tranquil waters of Akumal Bay - an adventure not to be missed! Sea turtles, manta rays and schools of fish of many varieties are just waiting to be discovered. Don't forget to bring your snorkeling equipment - rentals are available on-site.

Akumal Bay Beach and Wellness Resort also offers a broad array of land and water activities including water aerobics, beach volleyball and ping pong. During the evenings, you can enjoy activities organized by the animation team, such as comedy shows, beach parties and guest competitions.

Nightly Live Entertainment
Live music nights at the main bar
Karaoke night with the giant screen
Shows in the Theater
Evening Games at the main bar inlcuding a Mexican Folklore show
"Fantasia" blacklight show

Introductory Scuba Lesson
Head to the dive center for your introduction to the underwater world. The course takes place on the beach, and, if weather conditions permit, guests will practice in the bay. The intro class does not take divers out on a boat.



Special Activities
Be part of the beginning of life, participate in the releasing of the turtles!
Experience the opportunity that Akumal Bay Beach and Wellness Resort offers you, to live "Unlimited Nature." Four of eight species of sea turtles in the world inhabit the beaches of Akumal and every year they come to nest there during the months of April to September. In 2010, thirty-seven thousand turtles were born on these beaches. Guests are able to enjoy unique moments swimming and snorkeling with the turtles.

Anyone visiting Akumal must take into consideration the following advice when seeing a turtle on the beach:
* Move slowly
* Do not approach the turtle until it has finished spawning and has returned to the sea.
* When walking at night along the beach, use a flashlight with a red filter. Do no leave it on for a long time.
* Turn off any light that could disorient the turtles.
* Avoid taking photos with a flash

Akumal Bay Beach and Wellness Resort, Centro Ecologico Akumal (CEA) and other agencies do a great job in caring for the turtles, but they also need the support of the community and the tourists. Therefore it is really important to follow the above advice in order to preserve this beautiful animal.

* Exact periods for hatching turtles can vary according to environmental conditions.



Kids Club
This club provides different supervised activities and games in the pool, beach or under the roof of their very own "Akumal Club." The main goal of the Kid's Club program is to offer a variety of fun and creative entertainment, being also educational for the kids, and giving parents the time to relax and enjoy the resort while knowing their kids are very well taken care of. The resort also offers a safe beach with minimal waves, ideal for the entire family to enjoy.
The Kid's Club offers supervised activities for children ages 4-12. Events are planned and supervised by the resort's qualified entertainment staff.
Hours: 9 am- 2 pm & 3 pm-5 pm. Supervised Kids Club Dinner & Movie daily at 6:45 pm. (Click on the "Kids" tab above for additional information.)

Activities
  • Beach games
  • Sand castle contests
  • Fun make-up
  • Tiny Olympics
  • Treasure hunt
  • Pool games
  • Arts & crafts
  • Storytelling
  • Movie time
  • Activities and talks related to the appropriate care and needs of the marine turtles that live in the bay
  • Dinner & movie
  • Mini disco (at night)

    Wedding

    • Wedding Coordinator(s)
    • Wedding Facilities
    • Wedding Packages Available
    • Beach Weddings Available
    Getting married is perhaps the most important and irreplaceable experience in a person's life! Surrounded by nature and your loved ones, Akumal Bay Beach and Wellness Resort is the perfect setting for such an occasion. Located on a beautiful beach to make this event the most important day of your lives, whether for a wedding, a renewal of your vows and of course an exceptionally wonderful honeymoon.

    Akumal Bay Beach and Wellness Resort offers a number of wedding packages for a fee. Please call to request pricing.

    Moon Love Wedding Package
    Includes:
    • Services of a wedding coordinator
    • Minister or Justice of Peace
    • Set and decoration on the beach (decorated arch, table for cermony with white or cream color, chairs with white covers and colored bows, red or beige carpet)
    • Bridal bouquet
    • Groom's boutonniere
    • Two bottles of sparkling wine for a toast after the cermony
    • Wedding cake (for 10 persons)
    • CD player during the ceremony (bring your own music)
    • Dinner reservation in the main buffet restaurant (up to 25 persons)
    • Free late check-out for the couple (subject to availability)
    • Free upgrade for the couple (King size bed and preferential view, subject to availability)
    • Special decoration of the couple's room on the wedding night
    • Fruit basket in the couple's room
    • A bottle of sparkling wine in the couple's room


    Essence of Love Wedding Package
    Includes:
    • Services of a wedding coordinator
    • Minister or Justice of Peace
    • Set and decoration on the beach (decorated arch, table for cermony with white or cream color, chairs with white covers and colored bows, red or beige carpet)
    • Bridal bouquet
    • Groom's boutonniere
    • Three bottles of sparkling wine for a toast after the cermony
    • Wedding cake (for 20 persons)
    • Violin soloist, harpist or sound system during the ceremony and toast (45 minutes)
    • Dinner reservation in the main buffet restaurant (up to 35 persons)
    • Free late check-out for the couple (subject to availability)
    • Free upgrade for the couple (King size bed and preferential view, subject to availability)
    • Special decoration of the couple's room on the wedding night
    • Fruit basket in the couple's room
    • A bottle of sparkling wine in the couple's room


    Caribbean Dream Wedding Package
    Includes:
    • Services of a wedding coordinator
    • Minister or Justice of Peace
    • Set and decoration on the beach (decorated arch, table for cermony with white or cream color, chairs with white covers and colored bows, red or beige carpet)
    • Bridal bouquet
    • Groom's boutonniere
    • Bouquet for 2 Bridesmaids & boutonniere for 2 Groomsmen
    • Five bottles of sparkling wine for a toast after the cermony
    • Wedding cake (for 30 persons)
    • Violin soloist, harpist or sound system during the ceremony and toast (45 minutes)
    • Dinner reservation in the main buffet restaurant (up to 35 persons)
    • Free late check-out for the couple (subject to availability)
    • Free upgrade for the couple (King size bed and preferential view, subject to availability)
    • Special decoration of the couple's room on the wedding night
    • Fruit basket in the couple's room
    • A bottle of sparkling wine in the couple's room


    Please ask for special conditions, restrictions for booking and cancellation policies, additional services and extras. Blood tests, certifications and translation and sending of documents to couple's home not included.

    Special Honeymoon Amenities
    - Bottle of Chilled Sparkling win in your room on arrival
    - Room upgrade to next category (Based on availability)
    - Fruit platter in your room, on arrival
    - Special a la carta dinner for two, with one bottle of wine*
    *For your choice, please reserve with concierge

    Special honeymooners Junior Suite Penthouse
    - Bottle of Chilled Sparkling win in your room on arrival
    - Fruit platter in your room, on arrival
    - Special a la carta dinner for two, with one bottle of wine*
    - Relaxing massage for two in double cabin for 40 minutes
    *For day of choice, please reserve with concierge

    Conditions
    - Honeymooners must be mentioned when booking and in hotel voucher
    - Marriage certificate required upon check in