The Andaz Mayakoba Resort Riviera Maya is a World of Hyatt Category 5 property, meaning free night awards start at 20,000 points per night, whereas Points + Cash is available for 10,000 points and $125 per night. Rates start around $250 per night, so be sure to double-check their rates before redeeming your points here.

At the check in, there is large circular water pool called a “cenote” Our check-in host gave us a bowl with colorful glass pieces like marbles to take one, make a wish and toss it into the water, which is based on an ancient Mayan ritual.

As a World of Hyatt Globalist member, I was informed I had been upgraded to an Oceanfront Beach Studio upon check-in.

Oceanfront Beach Studio Living Room

Oceanfront Beach Studio bedroom

Similar to other Andaz properties, all non-alcoholic minibar items are included.

Oceanfront Beach Studio bathroom

Oceanfront Beach Studio outdoor hot tub

Oceanfront Beach Studio view

Main hotel pool area

Beach area, where guests can use complimentary chairs and umbrellas

Complimentary kayaks and paddle boards for guest use

As a Hyatt Globalist, breakfast was included each morning which was the full breakfast buffet at Cocina Milagro.

Cocina Milagro breakfast spread

Cocina Milagro breakfast spread

Cocina Milagro breakfast spread

Cocina Milagro breakfast spread

Kids breakfast buffet section

24 hour fitness center with Technogym equipment

Overall I was very pleased with the Andaz Mayakoba Resort Riviera Maya. The property is still relatively new, however it’s becoming more recognized in the area.

The resort is a quick 35 minute ride from the Cancún International Airport. You can arrange a shuttle service in advance, though there are plenty of cabs at the airport as well, which the most economical option getting here. If you’re looking to head to Playa del Carmen by La Quinta Avenida (5th Avenue) where all the shops, restaurants, and clubs are, that’s about a 20 minute drive from here.

Located in the Mayakoba Resort complex in addition to the Andaz, you’ll find the Fairmont Mayakoba, Riviera Maya, Rosewood Mayakoba and the Banyan Tree Mayakoba. The Andaz has 214 guest rooms, 2 outdoor pools including a whirlpool and a lap pool.

Check out our other Hyatt reviews from the Caribbean: 

• Hotel Review: Grand Hyatt Playa del Carmen
• Hotel Review: Grand Hyatt Baha Mar, Nassau
• Hotel Review: Park Hyatt St. Kitts

Have you stayed at the Andaz Mayakoba Resort Riviera Maya recently, feel free to comment below on your experience.