Desire Riviera Maya Resort

Desire Riviera Maya suits lifestyle couples who want the bigger and busier of the two Desire resorts, with themed nights and a social pool. It is not a naturist resort, it does not take singles, and couples who would be uncomfortable with a lifestyle atmosphere in designated areas should look elsewhere. For a smaller, more polished version, see Desire Pearl a few minutes away.

What sets it apart

It is a lifestyle resort, not a naturist one, and the distinction shapes the whole stay. The resort’s booking listing names the clothing-optional areas: the oceanfront pool with its social activities, a multi-couple infinity jacuzzi lounge with a wet and dry bar, the beach, the playroom and a private jacuzzi lounge. Evenings run on themed parties.

The property has 114 rooms, four restaurants and six bars. Guest reviews single out the newer rooms in the Eden section and describe the older standard rooms as cramped.

Who can stay

Couples only, aged 21 and over. Guests show proof of age at check-in, and the hotel can refuse check-in to anyone under 21.

House rules to expect

Desire Riviera Maya’s own rules page could not be retrieved when we checked. Its sister resort, Desire Pearl, publishes rules that are likely to be close: clothing is required in the restaurants, the disco and other public spaces; adult activity is confined to designated indoor areas and prohibited at the pool and beach; and photos are allowed only in your own room. Confirm the current rules with the resort before you travel.

Where it is

On the beach in the Caracol area of Puerto Morelos, about 20 km from Cancún International Airport.

Costs

Tripadvisor showed all-inclusive rates of $606–1,574 a night for two in October 2026. Spa services and some extras cost more, and guest reviews mention upselling. Both Desire resorts and Temptation Cancun share the Stay & Play loyalty program.

What recent guests say

Tripadvisor showed 3,677 reviews averaging 4.6 in October 2026. These themes came up repeatedly:

Paraphrased from Tripadvisor reviews, October 2026.

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How it compares

Choose Desire Pearl for the same concept in a smaller, more upscale setting. Choose Temptation Cancun if you want an adults-only party without nudity; it is topless-optional only. Choose Hidden Beach if what you want is nonsexual naturism.