Riviera Maya

Mexico

Overview

Riviera Maya, located on the Yucatan Peninsula south of Cancun, is a world-renowned paradise that offers guests white sandy beaches, tranquil blue water, mega all-inclusive resorts, ancient ruins, and adventurous excursions. Everything you need for a fantastic graduation trip experience.

Riviera Maya, located on the Yucatan Peninsula south of Cancun, is a world-renowned paradise that offers guests white sandy beaches, tranquil blue water, mega all-inclusive resorts, ancient ruins, and adventurous excursions. Everything you need for a fantastic trip experience.

Trip Inclusions

A Great Experience from Planning to Traveling to Returning

GradCity provides all of the necessary means for having a wonderful travel experience from start to finish. Here’s what you can expect of the process:

Your group will fly together on preferred air carriers such as United, JetBlue, American Airlines, or even a private GradCity chartered flight.

Upon arrival at your resort, GradCity staff will provide a welcome orientation and/or destination schedule to give you insight into the resort, destination, and/or events during your stay.

All-Inclusive accommodations mean all your food, drink (alcoholic (18+) and non-alcoholic), and entertainment at the resort are included in your rate!

Onsite staff is available 24/7 during your stay. Availability and number of staff is based on program size.

GradCity sets up private roundtrip transportation for our travelers from the Cancun airport to your resort and back to the airport for your departure.

Daytime pool and/or beach activities are hosted daily by GradCity and/or the resort.

All GradCity travelers will receive a GradCity wristband upon arrival at their destination. This wristband identifies you as part of the GradCity program, includes our emergency number, and gets you access to any exclusive GradCity events and activities.

Enjoy exclusive events for GradCity travelers only. Events vary based on the program and travel week.

Your group will fly together on preferred air carriers such as United, JetBlue, American Airlines, or even a private GradCity chartered flight.

GradCity sets up private roundtrip transportation for our travelers from the Cancun airport to your resort, and back to the airport for your departure.
Upon arrival at your resort, GradCity staff will provide a welcome orientation and/or destination schedule to give you insight on the resort, destination, and/or events during your stay.
Enjoy exclusive events for GradCity travelers only. Events vary based on program and travel week.
All-Inclusive accommodations means all your food, drink (alcoholic (18+) and non-alcoholic), and entertainment at the resort is included in your rate!
All GradCity travelers will receive a GradCity wristband upon arrival into their destination. This wristband identifies you as part of the GradCity program, includes our emergency number and gets you access to any exclusive GradCity events and activities.
Onsite staff are available 24/7 during your stay. Availability and number of staff is based on program size.
Daytime pool and/or beach activities hosted by GradCity and/or the resort.

Trip Extras

Optional Excursions & Discounts

GradCity offers private group excursions at discounted rates. Looking for something more, GradCity gets exclusive discounts on other cultural and/or adventurous tours & excursions.

Enjoy Mexico’s pristine waters and see it’s tropical wildlife

A bag of assorted GradCity souvenir items for use during your trip and after. For example, drawstring backpacks, sunglasses, SPF lip balm, GradCity cup, etc.
*Swag bag items are subject to change

We custom design a t-shirt to commemorate your GradCity Trip!

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Riviera Maya, Mexico
Hotels & Resorts

Barcelo Maya Resort Overview

Located on one of the most beautiful beaches in the Mexican Caribbean, Barcelo Maya Resort offers guests an array of luxury, activities and relaxation. The Barcelo Maya resort property has six (6) different resort options on this complex including the Barcelo Maya Palace, Barcelo Maya Tropical and Barcelo Maya Riviera – Adults Only.  

This mega resort complex includes The Jaguar’s Nightclub (18+), One Disco Club (ages 13-17), non-motorized land and water sports, motorized water sports ($), entertainment team, live shows, spa ($), room service ($), Wi-Fi, adventure park ($), swimming with dolphins ($) and more. 

The resort has its own shopping center – Maya Mall – with luxury boutiques, gift shops with souvenirs, a plaza with handcrafted items, and home to Strikers (24-hour Sports Bar), Tokyo Japanese & La Trattoria restaurants, and their own water park!

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Barcelo Maya Palace

The Barcelo Maya Palace is a 5-Star, All-Inclusive resort that offers exclusive services for guests to fully enjoy their stay. This resort offers 6 exclusive dining options, buffet and a la carte, featuring Brazilian, French, Mexican, Caribbean, and American cuisine, along with 4 exclusive bars. 

Stay at the Palace and have access to the restaurants, buffet, bars and pool and beach facilities of the hotels Barceló Maya Beach, Barceló Maya Caribe,  Barceló Maya Colonial and Barceló Maya Tropical, offering you 22 dining options, 20 bars, 11 pools, shopping, endless entertainment and more! 

Barcelo Maya Palace guests do not have access to the Barcelo Maya Riviera – Adults Only.

Resort Inclusions:

  • All-inclusive dining

  • All-inclusive non-alcoholic and alcoholic (18+) beverages

  • Non-motorized land and water sports

  • Entertainment Team & Daily Activities

  • Nightly Live Show/Entertainment

  • Complimentary Wifi

  • 756 rooms (Junior Suites or Suites) with ocean, garden, or pool view 

  • Access to Barceló Maya Beach, Barceló Maya Caribe,  Barceló Maya Colonial and Barceló Maya Tropical

Amenities:

Strikers Sports Bar

Fitness Center

U-Spa Wellness ($)

18-hole Miniature Golf Course

Bowling + Arcade ($)

Dolphinarus ($)

Barcy Kids Club (ages 4-12)

Medical Clinic/On Call Doctor

Pirates Island Water Park + Surf Rider ($)

Snorkel Equipment (1 hour per day at no cost)

Room Service ($ – unless in Premium Level room category)

11 Pools including semi-Olympic pools, Adults Only and kids’ pool

Soccer Field, Basketball Court, Tennis Courts, Paddle Tennis/Pickleball Courts (equipment included)

Rooms:

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Junior Suites

The Junior Suites combine comfort with Caribbean elegance to provide guests with luxury decor and relaxation.

  • Max Occupancy: Quad (4 guest per room)
Room Details
  • Fully equipped bathroom 
  • Digital Safe
  • TV
  • Coffee Machine
  • Minibar (replenished daily)
  • Desk
  • Air Conditioning
  • Balcony/Terrace
Bedding

Please note that bedding is determined by the resort based on occupancy of room. 

  • Quad and Triple occupancy rooms will have 2 Queen beds + 1 convertible sofa bed. 
  • Double and single occupancy rooms will have 1 King bed + 1 convertible sofa bed.
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Barcelo Maya Tropical

The Barcelo Maya Tropical is a 4-Star, All-Inclusive resort that offers extensive amenities at a friendly rate. 

Stay at the Tropical and have access to the restaurants, buffet, bars and pool and beach facilities of the hotels Barceló Maya Beach, Barceló Maya Caribe,  Barceló Maya Colonial, offering you 14 dining options, 13 bars, 8 pools, shopping, endless entertainment and more! 

Barcelo Maya Tropical guests do not have access to the Barcelo Maya Riviera – Adults Only nor the Barcelo Maya Palace amenities.

Resort Inclusions:

  • All-inclusive dining

  • All-inclusive non-alcoholic and alcoholic (18+) beverages

  • Non-motorized land and water sports

  • Entertainment Team & Daily Activities

  • Nightly Live Show/Entertainment

  • Complimentary Wifi

  • 479 rooms with ocean, garden, or pool view 

  • Access to Barceló Maya Beach, Barceló Maya Caribe, and Barceló Maya Colonial

Amenities:

Strikers Sports Bar

Fitness Center

U-Spa Wellness ($)

Snorkel Equipment (1 hour per day at no cost)

18-hole Miniature Golf Course

Medical Clinic/On Call Doctor

Bowling + Arcade ($)

Dolphinarus ($)

Barcy Kids Club (ages 4-12)

Pirates Island Water Park + Surf Rider ($)

Room Service ($ – unless in Premium Level room category)

8 Pools including semi-Olympic pools, Adults Only and kids’ pool

Soccer Field, Basketball Court, Tennis Courts, Paddle Tennis/Pickleball Courts (equipment included)

Rooms:

Location

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Superior Rooms

The Tropical Superior rooms offer bright Caribbean decor and terrace/patio with garden views for guests to enjoy during their stay.

  • Max Occupancy: Quad (4 guest per room)
Room Details
    • Fully equipped bathroom 
    • Digital Safe
    • TV
    • Coffee Machine
    • Minibar (replenished daily)
    • Desk
    • Air Conditioning
    • Balcony/Terrace
    Bedding

    Please note that bedding is determined by the resort based on occupancy of room. 

    • Quad and Triple occupancy rooms will have 2 Queen beds + 1 convertible sofa bed. 
    • Double and single occupancy rooms will have 1 King bed + 1 convertible sofa bed.
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    Barcelo Maya Riviera – Adults Only

    The newly built Barcelo Maya Riviera – Adults Only is a 5-Star, All-Inclusive resort that offers majestic modern spaces with top notch services for guests to fully enjoy their stay. This resort offers 4 exclusive dining options, buffet and a la carte, featuring Japanese-Peruvian fusion, Italian, French, French, Mexican, and American cuisine, along with 4 exclusive bars including 2 pool bars and music bar. 

    Stay at the Riviera – Adults Only and have access to the restaurants, buffet, bars and pool and beach facilities of the hotels Barceló Maya Palace, Barceló Maya Beach, Barceló Maya Caribe, Barceló Maya Colonial and Barceló Maya Tropical, offering you 26 dining options, 24 bars, 12 pools, shopping, endless entertainment and more!

    Resort Inclusions:

    • All-inclusive dining

    • All-inclusive non-alcoholic and alcoholic (18+) beverages

    • Non-motorized land and water sports

    • Entertainment Team & Daily Activities

    • Nightly Live Show/Entertainment

    • Complimentary Wifi

    • 850 rooms with ocean, garden, or pool view 

    • Access to Barceló Maya Palace, Barceló Maya Beach, Barceló Maya Caribe, Barceló Maya Colonial and Barceló Maya Tropical

    Amenities:

    Strikers Sports Bar

    Fitness Center

    U-Spa Wellness ($)

    Snorkel Equipment (1 hour per day at no cost)

    18-hole Miniature Golf Course

    Pirates Island Water Park + Surf Rider ($)

    Bowling + Arcade ($)

    Dolphinarus ($)

    Barcy Kids Club (ages 4-12)

    Room Service ($ – unless in Premium Level room category)

    Medical Clinic/On Call Doctor

    12 Pools including semi-Olympic pools, Adults Only and kids’ pool

    Soccer Field, Basketball Court, Tennis Courts, Paddle Tennis/Pickleball Courts (equipment included)

    Rooms:

    Location

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    Junior Suites

    The Junior Suites feature elegantly decorated monochrome rooms with a hydromassage tub on terrace/balcony, and beautiful views for guests to stay and relax in luxury.

    • Max Occupancy: Triple (3 guest per room)
    Room Details
      • Hydromassage tub
      • Fully equipped bathroom w/ double sinks + rainfall shower 
      • Bathrobe + Slippers
      • Digital Safe
      • TV
      • Coffee Machine
      • Minibar (replenished daily)
      • Desk
      • Air Conditioning
      • Balcony/Terrace
      • Iron + Ironing Board
      Bedding

      Please note that bedding is determined by the resort based on occupancy of room. 

      • Triple occupancy rooms may have 2 double beds + 1 convertible sofa bed OR 1 King bed + 1 convertible sofa bed. 
      • Double and single occupancy rooms may have 1 King bed + 1 convertible sofa beds.
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      Viva Wyndham Maya

      Located a short distance from Playa del Carmen, the Viva Wyndham Maya is a beachfront all-inclusive resort that offers guests fun in the sun with extensive amenities at a friendly rate. 

      Enjoy the lush tropical grounds as you explore all the resort has to offer. Try the eclectic mix of restaurants featuring Italian, Mexican and Mediterranean cuisines.

      Resort Inclusions:

      • All-inclusive dining

      • All-inclusive non-alcoholic and alcoholic (18+) beverages

      • Non-motorized land and water sports

      • Entertainment Team & Daily Activities

      • Nightly Live Show/Entertainment

      • Complimentary Wifi

      • 604 rooms with ocean, garden, or pool view 

      Amenities:

      2 Pools

      6 Dining Options

      3 Bars

      Disco

      Fitness Center

      Tennis Courts

      Sauna & Jacuzzi

      Medical Clinic/On Call Doctor

      Spa ($)

      Rooms:

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      Superior Rooms

      The Superior rooms offer bright Caribbean decor and terrace/patio with garden or pool views for guests to enjoy during their stay.

      • Max Occupancy: Quad (4 guest per room)
      Room Details
        • Fully equipped bathroom 
        • Room Safe ($)
        • TV
        • Minibar (replenished daily)
        • Coffee Machine
        • Desk
        • Air Conditioning
        • Balcony/Terrace
        Bedding

        Please note that bedding is determined by the resort based on occupancy of room. 

        • 1 King Bed; OR 2 Queen Beds
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        Iberostar Selection Paraiso Lindo

        The Iberostar Selection Paraiso Lindo is an elegant hotel located in the Riviera Maya. Located on the beach and within the mangroves, this 5-star All-Inclusive resort offers amenities to elevate any guest’s stay. 

        Guests will have plenty of dining options to explore from international buffets to a la carte and Mexican, Italian, French and American cuisines to try!

        Stay at the Iberostar Selection Paraiso Lindo and have access to the restaurants, buffet, bars and pool and beach facilities of the hotels Iberostar Selection Del Mar and Iberostar Selection Beach resorts.

        Inclusions:

        • All-inclusive dining

        • All-inclusive non-alcoholic and alcoholic (18+) beverages

        • Non-motorized land and water sports

        • Entertainment Team & Daily Activities

        • Nightly Live Show/Entertainment

        • Complimentary Wifi

        • 446 rooms with ocean, garden, or pool view 

        Amenities:

        8 Pools + Water Park

        7 Dining Options

        Room Service 

        6 Bars

        Galaxy Discotheque (18+)

        Fitness Center 

        Water Sports

        Casino ($)

        On-Site Golf Course ($)

        Medical Clinic/On Call Doctor

        Spa ($)

        Star Camp

        Concierge Services

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        Standard Guest Room

        Standard Guest Room: The Standard Guest Room offers all the comforts you’ll need during your tropical vacation stay. Enjoy the Caribbean decor or relax on your balcony/terrace with jungle vows.

        • Max Occupancy: Quad (4 guest per room)
        Room Details
          • Fully equipped bathroom 
          • Room Safe
          • TV
          • Minibar (replenished daily)
          • Coffee Machine
          • Desk
          • Air Conditioning
          • Iron/Ironing board
          • Balcony/Terrace
          Bedding

          Please note that bedding is determined by the resort based on occupancy of room. 

          • 1 King Bed; OR 2 Queen Beds