That said, there were plenty of beds and they were comfortable and cushioned enough for me to have my usual siesta. However, hopefully, they have added some since my last visit. I expected cabanas and hammocks (beach snob) but there are none to be found which is a little disappointing… …It’s almost like they maxed out their budget LOL. One thing that did surprise me about the beach at this hotel on my visit was how basic the beach beds are compared to the rest of the decor in the hotel. She said, “the beach was always clean and the deck chairs were neatly presented”. Whitney, one of our wedding coords recently stayed here and she said she was impressed by how well they kept on top of it making sure the beaches were spotless every day. The Unico is well prepared to deal with seaweed if and when it occurs… So, naturally, a lot of the questions I get about a resort include the beach and seaweed.

The Riviera Maya region over the last few years has been subject to some seaweed. The decor pays homage to Mexican patterns and design and could be defined as “relaxed luxury”. You definitely won’t be in short supply of Instaworthy backdrops, that’s for sure. When it comes to interior design in the Riviera Maya The Unico Hotel has set the bar for contemporary luxury. Huge hats off to the interior designer(s) of this project because they left no stoned unturned.Įvery tiny detail from the furnishings down to glassware was purposefully chosen to compliment the room and style of the hotel.Īll you have to do is take a glance at a few of the pictures in this blog or take a virtual tour to see what I mean. The Unico is an all-inclusive that comes with no compromises…especially on style. There’s a fair few of what I would describe as ‘generic’ resorts in Cancun and the Riviera Maya, and they can feel somewhat ‘samey’ after a while.

Straight off the bat, this hotel FEELS like a boutique hotel! Through a staff of local experts, guides, artisans, and specialists, UNICO 20☈7° is able to showcase the true heart of the Riviera Maya. These coordinates are representative, not only of UNICO 20☈7°’s devotion to its location but also its ambition to immerse guests in the region’s beauty and culture. The fact that UNICO 20☈7° but the latitude and longitude just shows how proud they are of the location. In my opinion the further south of Cancun airport, the better. Sure, it’s a longer trip than if you were staying in Cancun or Playa, but it’s absolutely worth those extra miles. The Unico Resort is around a 1 hr 15 mins drive from Cancun International Airport. So, naturally, the beaches have that rugged tropical look that we’ve all come to desire from our beach vacations. It’s a midway point between Playa del Carmen and (the largely untouched area of) Tulum. The stretch of beach on which the resort is perched neatly on has a special sort of vibe… What I LOVE about this hotel for guests is how close it is to Xel-Ha – an absolute must-do tour for all snorkel and wildlife lovers. This place allows you to reap all the benefits of a secluded and tranquil stay, yet still, be in a prime position to enjoy the very best of the Riviera Maya. Sandwiched between Xpu-Ha and Akumal, the Unico Adult-Only Resort is in a stunning location! In terms of fancy decor, this hotel has certainly upped the ante striving to redefine the concept of what “all-inclusive” really means…or what it SHOULD mean.įind out exactly what I thought here in my “honest review of The Unico Hotel, Riviera Maya”. The Unico Riviera Maya is a 5* adult-only resort that beautifully marries up a peaceful Caribbean waterfront with 3 pools and 5 mouth-watering restaurants that will take you on a globetrotting adventure around the world.ĭuring my visit to this new(ish) hotel, highlights for me included the gin bar (obv), a state-of-the-art spa, and above all else the inescapable cultural immersion this resort provides (more on that later).

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