Gran Bahia Principe Akumal All Inclusive
Information & Amenities
Hotel Information: The Gran Bahia Principe Akumal All Inclusive, fronted by a beach of white sand and in some sections, of rock, lies between a green mangrove jungle and the turquoise water of the Caribbean. It welcomes families, couples, and singles. Holiday possibilities exist for group activities or solitary rejuvenation.
Insider tip: A local ecological foundation offers guided tours of the protected coral reef area just offshore and accepts contributions to help endangered turtles during egg laying periods.
Property Amenities
The majority of amenities, activities, and gratuities at Gran Bahia Principe Akumal All Inclusive are included in the room rate; guests will not be charged extra for the majority of amenities and activities (scroll up to the All-Inclusive Details section for more information).
This 630-room Riviera Maya resort offers facilities and services for families and couples to enjoy complete vacations without leaving the grounds. Dance lessons, introductory scuba diving lessons, aerobics, and all manner of games and athletic contests are part of a busy activity program. Like all major Mayan Riviera hotels, this resort is equipped with a water-purification system.
The on-site spa offers saunas, steam rooms, massages, body and facial treatments, and hair and nail care (surcharges). Guests can also enjoy massages and hair braiding in two palapas next to the pool (surcharges). For kids 4–12, a Mini Club features all-day activities in a children’s center and offers a supervised lunch period.
Trams shuttle guests around the resort; to its sister property; and to Hacienda Doña Isabel, a shopping and entertainment complex in the common area shared by both hotels. The Hacienda includes a number of businesses including a 24-hour doctor's office, pharmacy, Internet café, and numerous shops arrayed around two movie-set-perfect Mexican plazas. Use of most services at the Hacienda incurs a surcharge. Scroll down to the Dining section for details on restaurants and bars available to guests as part of the All-Inclusive plan.
Ground transportation:
Shuttle vans or private cars of varying prices are available. They can be selected during the process of booking a reservation for this hotel, via this Web site, and added to the total trip cost.
- Swimming pool - outdoor
- Swim-up bar
- Spa services on site
- Full-service health spa
- Massage - treatment room(s)
- Steam room
- Sauna
- Bar/lounge
- Spa tub
- Concierge desk
- Multilingual staff
- Fitness equipment
- Babysitting or child care
- Supervised child care/activities
- Complimentary newspapers in lobby
- Conference room(s)
- Currency exchange
- Patio
- Parking (free)
- Parking (valet)
- Shopping on site
- ATM/banking
- Nightclub
- Safe-deposit box - front desk
- Gift shops or newsstand
- Number of rooms: 630
- 24-hour front desk
- Porter/bellhop
- Security guard
- Number of floors: 3
- Medical assistance available
- Beauty services
- Tour assistance
- Kids' club
- Wedding services
- Caters to singles
- Caters to couples
- Caters to families
- Suitable for children
Room Descriptions
The majority of amenities, activities, and gratuities at Gran Bahia Principe Akumal All Inclusive are included in the room rate; guests will not be charged extra for the majority of amenities and activities (scroll up to the All-Inclusive Details section for more information).
This Mexico resort offers 630 guestrooms and suites in 25 three-story, terra cotta-colored villas. Rooms have tiled floors and hues of light turquoise and blue. In the junior suites, an arch and pillars separate the sleeping area from the sitting area. All rooms are equipped with hurricane shutters.
Room Features
- Cable/satellite TV
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Balcony
- Hair dryer
- Minibar
- Wheelchair accessible
- Ceiling fan
- Access via exterior corridors
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Climate control
- Cribs (infant beds) available
- Direct-dial phone
- Coffee/tea maker on request
- Housekeeping (daily)
- Extra towels/bedding
- Shower/tub combination
- Child care (in room, surcharge)
- Iron/ironing board (on request)
- Window opens
- In-room safe surcharge
Area Attractions
Akumal - 5 km (3 miles)
Xel-Ha (archeological site) - 10 km (6 miles)
Tulum (Mayan ruins) - 19 km (12 miles)
Cozumel - 35 km (28 miles) and 30-minute ferry
Cancún Hotel Zone - 125 km (78 miles)
Cobá (Mayan ruins) - 105 km (65 miles)
Chichén Itzá (Mayan ruins) - 162 km (100 miles)
Cancún International Airport (CUN): Approximate driving time to the Gran Bahia Principe Akumal All Inclusive is 75 minutes and distance is 105 km (65 miles).
Driving directions from Cancún International Airport: Take Hwy 307 (Carretera Chetumal) south for approximately 97 km (60 miles) through Puerto Morales and Playa del Carmen. Follow signs for the resort. The resort is located just south of Akumal, on the left side of the road.
Getting there: Taxis from the airport to Gran Bahia Principe Akumal All Inclusive are $125 USD. Guests arriving in the day can use the ADO bus company from the airport to Playa Del Carmen with fare of $15 per person USD and from there, take a taxi to the hotel for $26–35. Rental cars are available online. Prices are subject to change without advance notice.
Getting around: Taxi fare to Akumal is $5–15 USD and to Tulum fare is $16–25 USD. This Riviera Maya resort is close to historic Mayan ruins and tours of these sites can be arranged or taxis hired through the resort: $36+ USD. Prices should be set before beginning any trip. Rental cars are available online for $36+ USD. Prices are subject to change without advance notice.
Shuttle vans or private cars of varying prices also are available. They can be selected during the process of booking a reservation for this hotel, via this Web site, and added to the total trip cost.
Activities
The majority of recreational activities and facilities described below are included in the room rate for this resort (scroll up to the All-Inclusive details section for more information).
A variety of activities and sports including daily beach and pool games and contests, snorkeling, kayaking, and tennis can be enjoyed at the resort.
Golf enthusiasts may choose from two popular nearby courses. The 18-hole Playacar Golf Course is a 30-minute drive from the resort, and the 9-hole Puerto Aventuras is 15 minutes away. Golf incurs surcharges.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply.
- Boating nearby
- Swimming on site
- Tennis on site
- Volleyball on site
- Windsurfing on site
- Golfing nearby
- Sailing on site
- Snorkeling on site
- Fishing nearby
- Kayaking on site
- Bicycle rentals on site
- Personal watercraft nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Parasailing on site - surcharge
Restaurants & Bars
The majority of meals and beverages, plus all gratuities, at the following restaurants, snack spots, and bars are included in the room rate for this resort (scroll up to the All-Inclusive Details section for more information).
Note: A la carte dining is restricted.
Guests staying a minimum of 3 nights can dine one time in an à la carte specialty restaurant; guests staying 4–6 nights can dine twice; and guests staying 7 nights can dine three times in à la carte specialty restaurants during their stay. Guests of this hotel also can choose to dine and drink at the bars and selected restaurants at neighboring Bahia Principe Tulum.
Riviera - Offering views of the Caribbean, this vast, airy restaurant under an enormous palapa serves international-style breakfast, lunch, and dinner buffets.
Dolce Vita - This restaurant serves breakfast and lunch buffet, plus à la carte Italian dinner.
Sample menu for Dolce VitaSample menu for Dolce Vita
Appetizers:
- Selections from the Appetizer Buffet
- Tomato Cream soup
- Minestrone
Main courses: - Tagliatelle Four Cheeses
- Ossobucco of Beef
- Rigatoni with Seafood
Desserts: - Tiramisu
- Cannolis with cream cheese
- Pear Tart
Frutos del Mar - Providing views of the Caribbean in moonlight, Frutos del Mar is an à la carte dinner restaurant specializing in fish.
Sample menu for Frutos del MarSample menu for Frutos del Mar
Appetizers:
- Selections from the Buffet Bar
- Cream of Seven Hot Peppers soup
- Seafood soup
Main courses: - Fettucine with Shrimp
- Chicken Supreme
- Grilled Tuna steak
Desserts: - Selections from the Dessert and Fruit Buffet
Arlequin - This à la carte gourmet restaurant is open for dinner with an international menu.
Sample menu for ArlequinSample menu for Arlequin
Appetizers:
- Seafood Tacos
- Marinated Fresh Salmon
- Roasted Vegetables
Main courses: - Sea Bass Fillet in Tequila sauce
- Shrimp in Garlic sauce
- Tournedo Beef
Desserts: - Selections from the Dessert Bar
Oriental - Located in the Hacienda Doña Isabel, this à la carte restaurant serves Asian cuisines.
Acuario - This beachside spot serves drinks, hamburgers, nachos, and other light foods on the beach; open 24 hours.
The resort also houses these bars: Lobby Bar Pakal; Lobby Bar Tulum; the pool bar, White Sands; the swim-up bar, La Sirena; Bar Coral; the beach bar, El Mar, and the pool bar, Chit, located near Villas 74, 76, and 78.
Disco La Rancherita - Opens at midnight with music and dancing. Located in the Hacienda, along with Bar Plaza Mayor and the Sport Bar.
Location
Playa Aventuras Akumal. Crtra. Xetumal
KM 249
Akumal, Quintana Roo 77760
Mexico
Nearest major airport:
Cancun, Mexico (CUN-Cancun Intl.)
Area:
Akumal - Kantenah, Quintana Roo, Mexico
Important Information
Extra person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Rollaway beds and cribs (infant beds) may be available and should be requested at the time of booking; fees may apply.
Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests made via this Web site cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- Pets not allowed
- Check-in time is 3 PM
- Check-out time is Noon
