We don't want a place that is too party, but do like a lot of activities and a lively group and atmosphere. Both seem ver comparable. Thank you! I don't know where on that spectrum the OP falls. Early check-in and late check-out (subject to availability). Another thing about the beach - at ERC, on that fabulous stretch of beach, it's resort after resort after resort and the ERC is sandwiched between two family friendly resorts - NOW Sapphire and Dreams. Valentin Imperial vs. VIM only had buffet for breakfast and lunch as well as beach grills, etc. ERC was a few years old. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-97993863', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');NOW Sapphire, which is next door to ERC. Both seem ver comparable. Dinners were amazing at both! In addition to everything included in the Excellence Wedding Package, this upgraded wedding package option also includes items so that you can keep the celebration going during your Riviera Maya destination wedding, like a cocktail hour and private reception. However, they can't do anything about what's floating in the first six feet or so of water. Although only ERC guests can use the ERC loungers etc. The ancient ruins of Chichen Itza are one of Mexico's must-visits. Thanks! Verify your FMM visit duration. Basket. will all be a bit better there. Pros of ERC for us: ala carte breakfast and lunch (non preferred too), lobster included. Both seem ver comparable. Excellence Riviera Cancun, Get answers to your questions about Riviera Maya, Must See and Do Activities and Excursions. But as mentioned above, the beaches at both of these resorts is prone to seaweed influxes so depending on what's going on with currents and such, one might have a better beach than the other. Thank you! Verify your FMM visit duration. Excellence Riviera Cancun, Re: Valentin Imperial vs. Experience gourmet cuisine at our ten international restaurants. Here's an excerpt from their website: Hotel (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in India. Yes, VIM is considerably cheaper (about $400). ERC is a tad nicer, but it depends what it important to you. ERC has Excellence Club and VIM has Privileged (I think) level rooms. This topic has been closed to new posts due to inactivity. ERC is the nicer of the two in generalfood and beverage, rooms, service, etc. Review. Valentin is spread out more which I enjoyed. I've been to the VIM five times and although I've never stayed at ERC, I did stay at the (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? Both are fabulous! VIM is a bit more lively (more groups- not just couples), but we found our relaxation easily. Share with your guests to collect your wedding photos. Valentin Imperial - which room type for a couple? Usually, ERC is a lot more expensive than the VIM. The beach in that general area (i.e. As the pinnacle of our Excellence Club suite offerings, our Imperial Suite redefines luxury and opulence with almost two-thousand square feet of luxe living space. Ocean views, separate living and dining room, kitchen, outdoor jacuzzi, and Excellence Club amenities, and our most exclusive services, Air conditioning with in-suite climate control, Full marble bathroom including a jetted whirlpool bathtub, a separate shower, a separate water closet, and double vanities equipped with hair dryer, scale, vanity mirror, and toiletries, Complimentary laundry services during your stay, Direct-dial phone with free calls to the USA and Canada, Barman service in your suite (one per stay and must be scheduled with concierge 24 hours in advance), Private wine cellar dinner (must be booked through concierge), Minibar stocked with beer, juices, soft drinks, water, and snacks included in your stay, Unlimited access to Aqua Wellness spa circuit during your stay, Bathrobes & slippers for use during your stay, Free airport transfer to and from Cancun International Airport, Day pass to Excellence Playa Mujeres with transportation included (must be booked through concierge), Butler service for luggage unpacking and packing, One special jacuzzi decoration per stay (must be booked through concierge), One Aqua hydrotherapy treatment per person per stay *Unlimited hydrotherapy access for Imperial Suite guests, Fresh flowers and sparkling wine in suite upon arrival, Access to private Excellence Club lounge (7:00 am to 11:00 pm) with concierge service, smart buffets, and bar service, Complimentary beach bag for use during your stay, Private concierge service (7:00 am to 11:00 pm), Private check-in & check-out / Late check-out & early check-in (subject to availability), Upgraded in-suite premium liquor and wine bottle selection. No-one wears wrist bands, so no-one can easily discern a PP guest from the rest of the riff-raff. ERC is very nice but the ocean water is not clear blue like at Valentin. If there's not table available when you want to eat at the VIM, you can either try a different venue or take a pager and go off and have a drink (or two) and they'll buzz you when a table is ready. It would cost me the same, but I would lose the privilege package. I love the Valentin. If it's towards the deal-breaker end, it's worth noting that VIM has no other resorts immediately adjacent, so the beach there is about as private and kid-free as you can get. Valentin will be cheaper. Hotel Grand Sirenas Mayan Beach Le Mirage. Another thing about the beach - at ERC, on that fabulous stretch of beach, it's resort after resort after resort and the ERC is sandwiched between two family friendly resorts - NOW Sapphire and Dreams. They have a huge pool. If the price were the same, I'd try ERC simply because it's my understanding that it's a notch up from the VIM and I'd like to try somewhere new. I loved the layout of excellence much better and they have true oceanfront rooms. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-31879546', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');Excellence Riviera Cancun. Cancun Traveler Articles: Written by Travelers, Travelling to Cancun/Riviera Maya with a criminal record, WEATHER & June thru November - Hurricane Season Information, taxi or airport transfer to location near the airport, Adults only resort for couples and singles, Sunset World Resorts (Ultimate Loyalty Program) - FRAUD. If VIM had ala carte lunch we would have gone back for sure, just depends what's important to you. We preferred ERC smaller footprint, but building 5 at VIM didn't make anything feel to far away. If it's towards the deal-breaker end, it's worth noting that VIM has no other resorts immediately adjacent, so the beach there is about as private and kid-free as you can get. But to ensure you get the most of what you are looking for, as Darlene said, you should share what is most important to you. While there have been improvements/changes at both properties, I think my assessment is still pretty accurate. Both resorts are great (based on what I have read about ERC) so I don't think you can really go wrong with either. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in Canada. and the best thing? Answered: I had my heart set on Valentin, but now I'm considering that maybe the 50/person per day at excellence might be worth it. If there's not table available when you want to eat at the VIM, you can either try a different venue or take a pager and go off and have a drink (or two) and they'll buzz you when a table is ready. I was there in 2012 - so way before the sargassum infestations of 2018 and a year or so before that. But, again the price is more and we feel VIM offers a lot for the price! We went to both properties in 2009. Pros to VIM: very lush and tropical,nice beach. Plus, makeup and hairstyling for the bride. Valentin Imperial Riviera Maya vs. ERC had options for ala carte(sir down restaurant where you order each item off menu). more. ERC is often priced above VIM and there are little things that add up to the reason it is about a half-star ahead of VIM. This is a personal thing but part of my vacation enjoyment is NOT being on a schedule. Pros to VIM: very lush and tropical,nice beach. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-104910861', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');flight and we fell asleep so early every night! Create memories at the iconic lobby bar, swim up to a refreshing bar within the main pool, and stop by the coffee shop to perk up each morning in paradise. Anyone travelled to Cancun on the Sunquest Roulette 5 trip? We honeymooned at ERC in 2007 and went back in 2011. Presenting exclusive benefits for loyal guests, Elevate an already extraordinary experience, Cond Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards 2022, TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence Hall of Fame 2019. Iberostar Grand prices at the same as ERC for us and I'd pick IGP over ERC as they are also a very elegant resort and have a nice beach! VIM is beautiful water (although rough at times with red flags). Sac Actun & Dos Ojos Cenote - incredible! I stayed at the Excellence Riveria last December and it was 100% the best vacation of my life. ERC is a tad nicer, but it depends what it important to you. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in India. I added the Privilege package as well. If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. The major draw for us to VIM over ERC is the ocean/beach. will all be a bit better there. I think the rooms were refreshed at ERC a few years ago. more, You seem to have JavaScript disabled. What isn't so lovely is the seagrass. One note - VIM has a really nice courtyard area where you can drink and listed to live music while you are waiting for a table. See all. Sweeping ocean views and dramatic high ceilings outfit the living area, while a private furnished balcony and outdoor jacuzzi invite you to revel in the beauty of the Riviera Maya. We are planning our honeymoon for August and have narrowed it down between two resorts, (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? One note - VIM has a really nice courtyard area where you can drink and listed to live music while you are waiting for a table. Since I booked, reviews have gone downhill. At the Excellence Club, high end offerings are amplified with over-the-top amenities built into every detail of your stay. Departure Tax: Do I have to pay to leave Cancun? This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-105863341', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');Excellence Riviera Cancun & Valentin Imperial Riviera Maya, If anyone has personally been to either or both of these resorts, any information/pros&cons would be so helpful! Which resort is better, Valentin Imperial Maya in Riviera Maya, OR Excellence Playa Mujeres? When I booked it, the reviews called it the best hotel people ever visited. more. The characters written do not match the verification word. Too dark and murky at ERC. Very helpful feedback. We have read so many reviews on each, but would love more personal stories on each resorts. on the beach, you will see and hear kids on the beach. Search. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-105898246', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');Valentin Imperial Riviera Maya offers you a unique experience thanks to our Privilege Club. ERC has Excellence Club and VIM has Privileged (I think) level rooms. With respect to Duckbilled, I don't think the "caste system" is that obvious at the VIM. retrophantom 7 mo. for all resorts with the words "Riviera Cancun " in their name) is just north of Puerto Morelos. Excellence Riviera Cancun is secluded but far from isolated. We get this question a lot! I liked Valentin overall better. I have been to VIM three times. To use our mobile site, please enable JavaScript.

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