Fodor's Expert Review Zoëtry Paraíso de la Bonita

Carretera 307, Km 328, Punta Tanchacté, Quintana Roo, 77580, Mexico

A pair of stone dragons guards the entrance to this eclectic resort, where the spacious rooms—all with sweeping sea and jungle views—are elegantly styled after worldwide destinations, Italy, Mexico, and Bali among them. Manicured grounds feature colorful parrots and wild lizards. All-inclusive really includes everything at Zoëtry resorts, including food, drinks, tips, phone calls, laundry service, room service, sparkling wine, a sunset catamaran ride, and full access to the relaxing thalassotherapy spa. Guests can also upgrade with a private romantic dinner in the 125-label wine cellar. If you take advantage of all the extras, the expensive property becomes a good deal. Menus in the three restaurants riff on Asian and Mexican traditions and the two bars offer two very different ambiences: one a quiet, lush, air-conditioned library, the other a sunny beachfront pool bar.

PROS

  • spa included
  • tasteful room design
  • every room has ocean view

CONS

  • sales pitch during the welcome
  • mediocre lunch
  • no kids club

QUICK FACTS

Resort
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HOTEL INFO

Phones: 888-496--3879-in the U.S. | 998-872–8300

HOTEL DETAILS

100 suites
Rate Includes: All-Inclusive