Reviews of Barceló Maya Colonial - All Inclusive 5 stars
Carretera Chetumal Km 266, 77750 Xpu Ha, Mexico

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Reviewed: 19 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 6 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewBeachfront location, convenient for water parks
Starting to show signs of ageing - handles falling off drawers, doors not closing properly. And the room had a smell that it hadn’t been used / aired for a while. And the double beds were v small and very soft, meaning that 2 people roll together you feel every movement
Dear Sir, We are truly sorry that some aspects of your stay did not meet your expectations. Our maintenance team works diligently to maintain our accommodations in pristine condition, and we regret any inconvenience you experienced with the furniture fixtures. We understand your comments about the mattress firmness and room ventilation, and we have taken note of these points to enhance our guest experience. Nonetheless, we are delighted that you appreciated our courteous team members and their dedication to service excellence. Your recognition of our beachfront setting and convenient proximity to water parks is greatly valued. Our prime coastal location continues to be one of our most cherished attributes. We hope to have the opportunity of welcoming you back in the future. Best regards, Barceló Maya Colonial, Management
Dear Sir, We are truly sorry that some aspects of your stay did not meet your expectations. Our maintenance team works diligently to maintain our accommodations in pristine condition, and we regret any inconvenience you experienced with th… Show more
Reviewed: 31 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewDear Madam, Your perfect ratings make us proud and motivate us to maintain our high standards. Our team's dedication to service excellence and our well-maintained facilities have clearly contributed to making your stay memorable. Thank you again; we hope to welcome you back soon. Kind regards, Barceló Maya Colonial, Management
Dear Madam, Your perfect ratings make us proud and motivate us to maintain our high standards. Our team's dedication to service excellence and our well-maintained facilities have clearly contributed to making your stay memorable. Thank yo… Show more
Reviewed: 20 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 6 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewDear Madam, It is our pleasure to provide a clean and comfortable environment complemented by our friendly staff and comprehensive amenities, ensuring that our guests receive the exceptional value they deserve in a prime location along the stunning Riviera Maya. It would be a pleasure to welcome you back. Best wishes, Barceló Maya Colonial, Management
Dear Madam, It is our pleasure to provide a clean and comfortable environment complemented by our friendly staff and comprehensive amenities, ensuring that our guests receive the exceptional value they deserve in a prime location along t… Show more
Reviewed: 9 February 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 26 October 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewI liked the location of the hotel, I feel like it is built around the inclusive idea as to not leave the hotel. Facilities were great, Booking got us an upgrade which I didn't expected and was quite a surprise, we got the premium room, treatment and we'd appreciated very much with my wife.
Hotel has no complimentary shuttle service (which by the distance, should have free of charge!). Food could be better, Mexican food served at the buffets is amazing, the rest of the food is just average.
Dear Mr Valladares, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We regret to hear certain aspects of your stay did not meet your expectations, particularly regarding transportation services and our culinary variety outside of the Mexican cuisine. Furthermore, we apologize for any inconvenience you may have experienced with the cleanliness during your stay, and we appreciate you bringing this to our attention. We are delighted that you enjoyed your complimentary upgrade to our premium room, and that our prime location contributed positively to your overall experience. It is great that the facilities at Barceló Maya Colonial added to your satisfaction, providing you with a diverse range of activities and amenities. Finally, we are pleased that the treatment you and your wife received was to your liking, and that the Mexican food served at our buffets impressed you with its authentic flavors. We hope we will have the opportunity to see you again in the future. Best regards, Barceló Maya Colonial Management
Dear Mr Valladares, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We regret to hear certain aspects of your stay did not meet your expectations, particularly regarding transportation services and our culinary variety outside of the Me… Show more
Reviewed: 14 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 17 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewHands down, the staff made my trip wonderful. This was just an extra night extension to a full week, and the resort is amazing! Hammocks galore! Great buffet! Great infinity pool at the Riviera Maya. Many quaint areas to hang out in the non-adult only locations too! SUPER nice staff!!
the humidity, which you can't control
Dear Madam, Thank you for the time taken to share your experience of staying with us. We regret to hear that the humidity impacted your comfort during your stay. Our tropical location does lend itself to a more humid climate, which while typically appreciated for its lush beauty, can occasionally be less comfortable for some of our guests. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. It brings us great pleasure to know that our dedicated staff contributed positively to your experience, making your stay wonderful. We're also delighted to hear that you enjoyed the resort's facilities, including the hammocks, the buffet, and the infinity pool at Riviera Maya. Moreover, it is gratifying that the various quaint areas and the vibrant atmosphere throughout Barceló Maya Colonial - All Inclusive added to your enjoyment. We hope to welcome you back. Best wishes, Barceló Maya Colonial, Management
Dear Madam, Thank you for the time taken to share your experience of staying with us. We regret to hear that the humidity impacted your comfort during your stay. Our tropical location does lend itself to a more humid climate, which whil… Show more
Reviewed: 14 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 11 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewRoom service did not exist, I called three times and they did not answer me. Really bad.
Dear Mr Ledesma, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. It is with regret that we note your dissatisfaction with our room service. We strive to provide prompt and attentive service, so it is disappointing to hear that we fell short of our high standards on this occasion. Your experience is not reflective of our commitment to guest satisfaction and we extend our sincere apologies for any inconvenience caused. We are, however, pleased to hear that you were satisfied with our facilities, comfort, and the attentiveness of our staff. It is also heartening to know that you found value in our offerings and appreciated the cleanliness and prime location of our resort. We are looking forward to welcoming you again. All the best! Barceló Maya Colonial, Management
Dear Mr Ledesma, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. It is with regret that we note your dissatisfaction with our room service. We strive to provide prompt and attentive service, so it is disappointing to hear that we fell sh… Show more
Reviewed: 30 May 2024 · Stayed in May 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 6 May 2024 · Stayed in May 2024
Verified reviewEverything was great! So clean and well maintained. Was very impressed with the food & beverage. We will be back in December, and Summer of 2026.
The property initially overcharged me over $300+ USD because Booking.com failed to update the property on a guest count change that was made months before arrival. It was quite the hassle trying to work with the staff to show them that the change in guest count was already made and a new balance was presented for us to pay. Finally on the third day, I believe a manager realized that yes, I was overcharged and they did fix it. Ultimately it was Booking.com’s fault. Everything else was perfect!
Dear Sir, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We regret to hear of the difficulties you encountered concerning the adjustment in the guest count and the resulting overcharge. We are pleased, however, that our management team was able to rectify this for you. It is heartening to learn that you were impressed with the overall cleanliness and maintenance of our resort, as well as the quality of food and beverages offered as part of our all-inclusive experience. Our staff strives to provide excellent service, and we are glad that this was evident during your stay at Barceló Maya Colonial - All Inclusive. Your intention to revisit us is the best compliment we could hope for, and we thank you for recognizing the efforts of our dedicated team. We are looking forward to welcoming you again. All the best! Barceló Maya Colonial, Management
Dear Sir, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We regret to hear of the difficulties you encountered concerning the adjustment in the guest count and the resulting overcharge. We are pleased, however, that our management team… Show more
Reviewed: 21 April 2024 · Stayed in April 2024
Verified reviewThe beaches, the pools and poolside entertainment. The pool bar staff!
The food was great the first couple days, the buffet got OLD and my son and I both got pretty sick the last two days. (Definitely could just have been travelers diarrhea, though we took probiotics twice a day) and still came home sick. I didn’t like you don’t get an ala cárte nightly reservation. Staying for six nights only earned is 3 reservations… we will Blu enjoyed the food at the Hibachi! The Mexican restaurant was a total BUST! Oddly since we’re in Mexico! The Italian was “eh”.
Dear Madam, Thank you for the time taken to share your experience of staying with us. We deeply regret to hear that certain aspects of our dining options did not meet your expectations. It is disheartening to learn that the buffet variety seemed to dwindle and that you experienced discomfort during your stay. We take all guest feedback seriously and will look into these concerns to ensure our high standards are consistently met. However, it is heartening to know that you enjoyed the beautiful beaches, our inviting pools, and the engaging poolside entertainment. We are also delighted that our pool bar staff made a positive impression and contributed to the enjoyment of your stay. Our team takes great pride in providing a variety of leisure activities and friendly service to create a memorable experience for all our guests. We hope to welcome you back. Best wishes, Barceló Maya Colonial, Management
Dear Madam, Thank you for the time taken to share your experience of staying with us. We deeply regret to hear that certain aspects of our dining options did not meet your expectations. It is disheartening to learn that the buffet varie… Show more
Reviewed: 21 April 2024 · Stayed in April 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 4 April 2024 · Stayed in April 2024
Verified reviewliked it but not as amazing as thought very busy
the value for money spent on the cleanliness of the rooms.
Dear Madam, Thank you for taking the time to comment on your recent stay. We are sorry that we fell short of the high service standards expected and that you left disappointed. We are sorry you did not bring these issues to our attention while on site so that we might have dealt with them immediately. We hope we can provide you with an improved stay in the future. Kind regards, Barceló Maya Colonial, Management
Dear Madam, Thank you for taking the time to comment on your recent stay. We are sorry that we fell short of the high service standards expected and that you left disappointed. We are sorry you did not bring these issues to our attentio… Show more
Reviewed: 11 January 2024 · Stayed in January 2024
Verified reviewThe Maya Colonia is well maintained and has decent food. The beach has lost a lot of sand to erosion (you can see it from the tree line).
We were booked at the Maya Colonia, which is qualitatively a better hotel. Better rooms, better landscaping, nicer buffet area and a the best kids water slides. However, upon arrival, we were told that all rooms were occupied and for half of our stay (the first three nights), we were asked to move to Maya Beach, a sister property. We didn't have a choice and had to stay at Maya Beach. While as a guest at Maya Beach you can use the restaurants at Maya Colonial, it is good 20 minute walk which is hard to do with young kids. You can take the bus to go between hotels but it is a pain.
Dear Guest, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your personal impressions about your stay at the Barceló Maya Colonial. We are always open to your feedback as it allows us to continually improve the experience we create for our customers. Regards
Dear Guest, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your personal impressions about your stay at the Barceló Maya Colonial. We are always open to your feedback as it allows us to continually improve the experience we create for o… Show more
Reviewed: 6 January 2024 · Stayed in January 2024
Verified reviewAmazing beach and pools. Proper grounds look good.
* The food is really low quality. It’s such a shame to see so much variety in food, but everything is just made from cheap ingredients or prepared badly. All the meat is overcooked. The pasta sauce has a weird aftertaste. The sushi is made from the worst quality salmon. Extremely disappointing to see this carelessness both in the buffets and the restaurants. * The beds are tiny. We had a “premium” room for 2 adults + 2 kids, and we could barely fit. * The rooms are constantly humid. There is no way to ventilate the shower. As a result, our bags started developing mold and we were sweating all night, even with the AC on. * The sheets were not always clean. Sometimes we had sand in a freshly made bed, other times we had dirty sheets. * The staff is unhelpful, to say the least. They do not solve problems for you.
Dear Guest, We are deeply sorry to read that you did not fully enjoy your experience at our hotel, as we strive every day to turn each stay into something unforgettable. We have reviewed your comments in detail, together with our teams and heads of each department, and we would like to assure you that all your problems will be addressed. Regards
Dear Guest, We are deeply sorry to read that you did not fully enjoy your experience at our hotel, as we strive every day to turn each stay into something unforgettable. We have reviewed your comments in detail, together with our teams and … Show more
Reviewed: 2 January 2024 · Stayed in January 2024
Verified reviewLa playa excelente 👌
Thank you for sharing your experience
Reviewed: 24 December 2023 · Stayed in December 2023
Verified reviewBig clean pools, big green territory. Spacious room. Beautiful sea.
Some staff in the restaurants was not too polite. And staff of the hotel is not too customer oriented. Food in the buffet restaurant was almost the same every day. There were issues with the a la cart restaurants availability. We had to replace our room keys many times during our stay at the hotel (didn't work). A lack of the beach chairs. A lot of rocks at the sea bottom on the beach.
Thank you for sharing your experience. Your comments helps us to improve our services.
Reviewed: 15 December 2023 · Stayed in December 2023
Verified reviewReviewed: 11 December 2023 · Stayed in November 2023
Verified reviewStaff was very friendly, and facility was very clean.
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Dear Justyna, Thank you for your comments. Greetings, Regards
Reviewed: 9 December 2023 · Stayed in December 2023
Verified reviewReviewed: 6 December 2023 · Stayed in November 2023
Verified reviewThe large rooms, the staff, the beach with the coco palms, entertainment, the food, the many, many, many swimming pools. It is a reallly great property and you have access to so many places, pools and restaurants. If you like swimming, you have to go to this place. And I liked the hydro therapy in the spa, which we got free for 1 hour.
Nothing. Maybe that we only had 3 nights, which was too short.
Dear Jorien, We first would like to thank you for making our Barceló Colonial your preferred choice for your holidays in Riviera Maya, it is always a pleasure to welcome back our most loyal guests year after year. Regards