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Vidanta Riviera Maya
About Vidanta Riviera Maya
Recognized as one of the "Top 5 Hotels in Eastern Mexico" by Condé Nast Traveler's Readers' Choice Awards, Vidanta Riviera Maya offers a vacation experience unlike any other. This expansive destination is home to multiple luxury resorts, including The Estates, Grand Luxxe, The Grand Bliss, The Grand Mayan, The Bliss, and the Mayan Palace. Guests staying at any of these resorts can access all the amenities across the property, including two full-service spas, seven pools, the longest lazy river in Latin America and water slides for added fun. There are 15 bars and restaurants offering world-class cuisine and cocktails, along with daily activities such as water volleyball, paddleboarding, Spanish and salsa lessons, arts and crafts and even guacamole-making classes. As the sun sets, guests can enjoy live entertainment ranging from dinner shows to the stunning Cirque du Soleil JOYÀ. Golfers can test their skills at the Nicklaus Par Three Experience, a beautifully designed short course with rolling fairways and challenging bunkers. With over 1,000 acres of tropical beauty and endless activities, Vidanta Riviera Maya is a destination that invites every guest to explore, relax and enjoy every moment.Facts
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Photo submitted by u314163626548 on 08/13/2025
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Photo submitted by Nightwalker on 01/18/2024
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Photo submitted by u000007421160 on 05/16/2022
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Photo submitted by u3424511 on 11/10/2021
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Photo submitted by Kurt4399554 on 07/04/2021
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Photo submitted by Kurt4399554 on 07/04/2021
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Photo submitted by Kurt4399554 on 07/04/2021
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Photo submitted by Kurt4399554 on 07/04/2021
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Photo submitted by Kurt4399554 on 07/04/2021
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Photo submitted by vasbinderd on 12/06/2020
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Biggest lizard I’ve ever seen! Photo submitted by Darbyd0g on 12/25/2019
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Photo submitted by u000007421160 on 05/20/2019
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17 green. Don't get on the wrong side of bunker Photo submitted by u000004034511 on 03/18/2017
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14 green. Tough hole, great view. Good luck. Photo submitted by u000004034511 on 03/18/2017
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#5 ...watch the wind Photo submitted by u000004034511 on 03/18/2017
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#13...276 yards! Why you need driver on a par 3 course Photo submitted by u000004034511 on 03/18/2017
Par 3 Course and conditions
Was NOT told the course was a par 3 course with rock and gravel Fairways. The Greens were terrible!!!
I paid 40 round trips for a taxi to and fro
Terrible experience to fly all the way from Dallas to Mexico and pay $100
Felt Like Playing a Muni, Not a Resort Course
Let me start by saying that I love the concept of a 18 hole par 3 course that will force you to use just about every club in your bag off the tee at least once. Even the driver comes out on the 13th hole, that can play close to 300 yards from the back tees.
The course description hails it’s “Pearly white sand traps, natural stone outcroppings, and deep blue water features. In actuality that couldn’t be much further from the truth. The bunkers were more tan than white, very inconsistent with regards to the amount of sand in it, and there wasn’t a rake in sight (but the local I played with said they had them up until 3 months ago). The lakes were dark and filled with algae, the greens look like they had been burnt out and in a few places you could see they were trying to repair diseased edges.
The staff was friendly at the check in but the marshall and cart girl were inattentive. It took us over 3.5 hours to play, which would be great on par 72, but for a par 54 that’s a little long. (I played Iberostar a day earlier at the same time, and we finished in just over 3 hours.).
Like I said earlier, I think the concept and course design are great but it really felt like I was playing a muni course not a resort course. I was also disappointed that there are no slope or rating available for the course.
Not sure I’d play it again but I would recommend it to people who are looking for a fun challenge that is relatively inexpensive.
Alot of fun
Alot of challenging holes...layout and grounds are amazing. Had lunch.after at the Green Break...amazing food and staff..highly commend
Challenging par 3 from the blacks!
The course is a lot of fun. There are a few holes that are very tough par 3's over water and one that plays 280 yards. The only issue were some of the bunkers need sand and some of the greens were recently plugged. Otherwise it was in great shape and it's a blast to play!
Challenging Par 3 Course like No Other
Put aside your preconceptions of what a Par 3 course is. Having 3 holes of PGA length, and plenty of hazards to avoid, this course will test more than your wedges. Well run, with the best crew around, Hola Josue !
Wet
The course was a nice Par 3 course. It was wet and lots of puddles. It was challenging but playable.
Friendly El Manglar
The crew anywhere in the Riviera Maya. Welcoming, friendly, efficient. Josue is the best
Mr B
I didn’t enjoy a par 3 course. If I knew it was a par 3 before I paid I would not have played. Them find out it was cart path only which I didn’t enjoy
Challenging course
Really fun from the black tees. A real challenge when the wind swirls - water on almost every hole.
Par 3 delight
This is a fabulous, challenging par 3 layout. It doesn't feel like you are playing a par 3 course.
The course was in beautiful shape. For a par 3, it was very challenging and very well maintained.