Resort Spotlight: Margaritaville Island Reserve Riviera Cancun

Inspired by the lyrics and lifestyle of Jimmy Buffett, Margaritaville Island Reserve Riviera Cancun provides the perfect setting for families, friends, or couples who want to escape the everyday with a tropical change in latitude.

Main Beach

Margaritaville Island Reserve is unique in that it has all the world-class amenities of a luxurious, all-inclusive hotel coupled with a laidback, beachy vibe – making it the perfect place if you value exceptional quality without any pretense or complications.

Beachfront Pool

Margaritaville RC is located roughly 20 minutes south of Cancun International Airport.

Rita’s Beachfront Bar
  • All Inclusive & Family Friendly
  • 4 onsite dining options
  • 24-Hour Room Service
  • 6 bars/lounges including a swim up and a smoothie bar
  • 4 Pools
  • Daily & Nightly Activities/Entertainment 
  • 24/7 Fitness Center & AquaFitness classes
  • Spa services available at St. Somewhere Spa (extra charge)
  • Parakeets Kid’s Club Margaritaville
  • Tour Desk
  • Kayaking, Paddleboarding, Snorkeling, Beach soccer & volleyball, Corn hole, Horseshoes, Bocce ball, Darts, Scuba diving clinics, Cooking, cocktails & Latin dance classes, Yoga & stretching classes at Fins Up! Fitness
  • Live Music EVERYDAY
Swim-up Suites

Weekly Events:
• Margarita blending (and sampling!)
• Beach parties
• Mariachi Fiesta
• Karaoke Night
• Blackjack, Beer Pong and Texas Hold’em Tournaments

Beach at dusk

Notes on Parakeets Kids Club:

Complimentary, supervised daily programming for children 4-12 years old including arts & crafts, cookie decorating, face painting, video games, singing, dancing, pool time and more! Children under 4 years old are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult caregiver

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Resort Review: Estudio Playa Mujeres

Estudio Playa Mujeres is a 5-star, all-inclusive, family-friendly resort located in Playa Mujeres, just north of downtown Cancun. Its location offers both accessibility to nightlife and a quieter locale for relaxing on the beach and spending time with family.

Resort Areal – photo courtesy of Atelier Resorts

The resort offers a variety of dining and drinking options as well as host of facilities where guests young and not-so-young can have fun and rediscover the art of vacationing

Inspira Swim-up Suite – photo courtesy of Atelier Resorts

The resort is only 40 minutes away from the Cancun airport, giving each guest the opportunity to make the most of vacation without spending too much time on transportation to and from the airport.

Waterslides & Zero Entry Pool – photo courtesy of Atelier Resorts

Fact Sheet:

  • 5 Onsite “No Reservation” Dining Options
  • 3 Bars/Lounges w/ swim up bar
  • 24 Hour Room Service
  • 2 Swimming Pools including water slides & zero entry features
  • Daily & Nightly Entertainment 
  • 24/7 Fitness Center with Technogym® training equipment
  • Spa services available at NUUP SPA
  • 18-Hole Golf Course designed by Greg Norman
  • Art Walk & Gallery
  • Doodle Land Kids Club
  • Nonmotorized water sports included; motorized water sports are an extra charge
  • Pets are WELCOME
  • Access to Atelier Playa Mujeres
  • All guests at Estudio 16 years of age and older can also enjoy a more comprehensive gastronomic experience with full access to the dining options of the neighboring resort Atelier Playa Mujeres
Sushi Conveyor Belt – photo courtesy of Atelier Resorts

Notes on Doodle Land:

Doodle Land is a special place where children are immersed in a sea of fun and unexpected experiences. Doodlers will have a great time learning and developing new skills through art and creativity related activities. Sample activities include Muppet shows, pool games, Pictionary, table tennis, magicians, dance workshops, and much more

Doodle Lab – photo courtesy of Atelier Resorts

Inspira Status (Ateliers VIP Status Upgrade):

  • Personalized check-in and check-out with a welcome cocktail and refreshing towels
  • Personalized welcome message and amenity from the General Manager
  • Early Check-in (as early as 12:00 pm) 
  • Bracelet upgrade to INSPIRA designation for preferred status and special staff attention
  • Upgraded In Suite Bar, with premium Whisky, Tequila, Vodka, Rum, and Champagne
  • Pillows Menu
  • INSPIRA Gourmet, upgraded room service menu
  • In-Suite Scent Menu
  • INSPIRA Lounge, an exclusive area to relax and enjoy gourmet snacks, coffee, and top-shelf beverages
  • INSPIRA Beach, an exclusive section on the beach with towel service and a menu of sunscreens and bronzers
  • INSPIRA Terrace, a private and relaxing rooftop area above DoodleCamp with Bali beds, umbrellas, an exclusive pool Concierge service, and complimentary lotions, sunscreens, and bronzers
  • INSPIRA Pool, exclusive daytime access for adults and guests 16+ to the infinity pool at El Cielo Sky Bar on the fifth floor of ATELIER Playa Mujeres with a spectacular ocean view and automatic heating systems
  • INSPIRA Concierge for special requests and assistance
  • The first dinner is free at María Dolores by Edgar Nuñez 
  • Free Hydrotherapy Session at NUUP Spa Playa Mujeres
  • For every period of 7 paid nights during your stay in any INSPIRA Suite, 2 rounds of golf at the Playa Mujeres Golf Club are included
  • Select discounts on baby sitting, additional golf rounds, spa, Xbox/Playstation rentals, movie rentals, etc.
Rooftop Terrace Suite – photo courtesy of Atelier Resorts

Notes on Maria Dolores, the Atelier’s 5 star a la carte dining option serving a seven-course dinner and fine wine pairings available for guests 16 years and older:

ATELIER SUITES : Maria Dolores Restaurant is included for stays 7 nights and over. Stays under 7 nights are subject to availability and have 50% discount on the menu prices.
INSPIRA SUITES: Restaurant Maria Dolores is included, no minimum stay required

Maria Dolores Menu

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Resort Spotlight: Pueblo Bonito Sunset Beach

Pueblo Bonito Sunset Beach Golf & Spa Resort welcomes guests to an oasis of lush gardens, meandering waterfalls and elegant accommodations set along a hillside facing the Pacific Ocean. Named on such prestigious lists as Travel+Leisure’s World’s Best and Condé Nast Traveler’s Gold List, this resort provides a relaxing getaway from everyday life for luxury travelers. 

Beachfront Infinity Pool; photo courtesy of Pueblo Bonito

Set within hacienda-style villas, 757 beautiful suites entice guests with luxury accommodations and ocean views from every room. The resort is located about 50 minutes from the airport.

Resort Areal; photo courtesy of Pueblo Bonito

Fact Sheet:

  • All Inclusive & Family Friendly
  • 6 Onsite Dining Options
  • 5 Bars/Lounges 
  • Cigar Bar
  •  Room service available
  • 6 Swimming pools (3 are heated) & 10 outdoor jacuzzis
  • Beach shuttle service
  • Daily & Nightly Activities/Entertainment 
  • 24/7 Fitness Center, 2 lighted tennis courts, basketball courts, adjacent to the golf course (extra charge)
  • Spa services available onsite (extra charge)
  • Ping Pong, Beach Volleyball, Cooking Classes, Dance Classes, Spanish Classes, Meditation/Relaxation/Yoga Classes, Water Aerobics, Beach Power Walks
  • Non-motorized water sports, motorized water sports (extra charge), scuba (extra charge)
  • Kids FUN LAB – pool tables, a foosball table, hockey table, PlayStation, arcade games*, dance floor machine, basketball machine and movie theater that can hold up to 35 viewers. Soda, nachos, popcorn, pizza, ice cream and hot dogs.
Golf; photo courtesy of Pueblo Bonito

Exchange Privileges:
Guests are invited to enjoy full exchange privileges with sister resorts Pueblo Bonito Los Cabos Beach Resort and Pueblo Bonito Rosé. In addition to their beautiful, safe-swimming beaches with an array of water sports offered right on the beach, both Pueblo Bonito Rosé and Pueblo Bonito Los Cabos Beach Resort resorts are within walking distance to downtown Cabo San Lucas.

Guests have access to the restaurants and bars of nearby Pueblo Bonito Rosé and Pueblo Bonito Los Cabos Beach Resort, totaling 16 restaurants and 12 bars, including the award-winning, gourmet restaurant Fellini’s at Pueblo Bonito Rosé. There is complimentary shuttle service between the resorts.


*Important Note: Exchange privileges are NOT valid at the adjacent all-inclusive Pueblo Bonito Pacifica Golf & Spa Resort and a day pass of US $100 per day must be purchased when visiting this resort, which will cover food and drinks.

Swim Up Bar; photo courtesy of Pueblo Bonito

Notes on the Beach:
Although the resort beach is perfect for walking and sunbathing, swimming is not allowed and complimentary shuttle service is provided to sister beachfront resorts, Pueblo Bonito Rosé and Pueblo Bonito Los Cabos Beach Resort, for swimming and water sports at the swim-friendly Medano Beach on the Sea of Cortez. 

Resort Photos:

Photos courtesy of Pueblo Bonito