Resort Details

OnSite Dining
  • Alcázar Restaurant
    Al la carte Mediterranean cuisine open for dinner only. Reservations required.

    Note: children ages 0 to 6-years-old only allowed in the first three seatings. Only children 7 years and older allowed onwards.
  • Alhambra Restaurant
    Buffet-style, international menus that change daily. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. No reservation required.
  • Arrecife Restaurant
    Buffet-style and A la carte Mexican specialities. No reservations required for buffet. Reservations required for A la carte dinner service.
  • D'Gulio Restaurant
    Buffet-style and A la carte Italian Trattoria cuisine. Reservations required for dinner service.

    Note: Children ages 6 to 12-years-old only allowed in first two seatings. Only juniors ages 12 to 17-years-old allowed onward. Children ages 0 to 5-years-old not allowed at any seating.
  • La Marina Restaurant
    A la carte seafood open for dinner only. Reservations required.
  • Various Bars and lounges

    - Scaramanga Beach Bar
    - Congo Bar
    - Pool Swim-up Bar
    - Adults-only Jacuzzi Bar
    - Lobby Bar
    - Macondo Bar

On-Site Amenities
  • 24-hour front desk
  • 24-hour room service†
  • Accessible facilities
  • Accessible rooms
  • ATM/Cash machine†
  • Babysitting†
  • Baggage hold
  • Bell staff/porter
  • Business services†
  • Children programs
  • 24-hour front desk
  • 24-hour room service†
  • Complies with Local/State/Federal laws for disabled
  • Accessible rooms
  • ATM/Cash machine†
  • Babysitting†
  • Baggage hold
  • Bell staff/porter
  • Business services†
  • Children programs
  • Children welcome
  • Children's play area
  • Concierge desk
  • COVID test onsite
  • Elevators
  • Exercise gym
  • Free parking
  • Gift/News stand†
  • Golf, Offsite†
  • Housekeeping - daily
  • Internet services†
  • Laundry/Valet service†
  • Lounges/bars†
  • Meal Plan Type: All Inclusive
  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Pool
  • Restaurant†
  • Safe deposit box
  • Spa†
  • Tennis court
  • Tour/sightseeing desk
  • Valet parking
  • Wakeup service
  • Water sports†
Off-Site Amenities
  • Business Services†
  • Internet Access†
On-Site Wedding Services
  • The perfect beach wedding, at every moment.

    Imagine your dream wedding in México with this resort making it so. Allow us to plan a destination wedding of incomparable design, where every event builds anticipation for the big moment.

    Arrange for a golf outing or treat your bridesmaids to a morning of spa pampering. Embark on a deep sea fishing charter or snorkeling adventure. Tour ancient Mayan ruins. At sunset, gather for poolside cocktails before your rehearsal dinner on the beach. On the day of the ceremony, relax and savor each moment. At every turn, a professional wedding host will be at your side, ready with a creative suggestion or to indulge your latest whim.

    Each resort destination is perfectly appointed to host your wedding celebration from start to finish, from the moment your guests arrive through your intimate honeymoon in Mexican paradise.

† Fees may apply

On-Site Recreation
  • Children's pool
    One children's pool with mini waterslide adjacent to the main pool and in front of the Kids Club.
  • Children's program, onsite

    For the enjoyment of our distinguished younger guests, we offer our Kids Club - a fun factory featuring snorkeling lessons, Spanish and Mexican cooking classes, kayaking, water polo, bike tours to Puerto Morelos, and Mexican games. Each day offers something new, ensuring our long-standing recognition as a "Boredom Free Zone."

  • Direct access to a beach
  • Fitness center on-site

    As part of our commitment to your complete rejuvenation, the resort offers a delightful oceanfront fitness center. This high tech gym features a spinning room, treadmills, elliptical machines, two mountain machines, bicycles, and a variety of weight-training equipment.

  • Hot tub
    The resort has an outdoor hot tub.
  • Motorized Water Sports †
    The resort has its own fleet of boats including fishing boats and catamarans. The hotel offers fishing tours, scuba diving tours, snorkeling tours to the reef in front of the hotel as well as a romantic sunset cruise with the el Cid catamaran. All tours depart directly from the El Cid Marina that is located adjacent to the hotel.
  • Non-Motorized Water Sports

    Offering non-motorized water sports including windsurfing, Hobie Cats, kayaks and boogie boards.

  • Pool

    The reosort has a 22,000-square-foot, free-form pool with cascading waterfalls, a slide and diving pool, swim-up bar, in-water lounge chairs, sun deck, and children's area with slides.

    This property has a sun deck and swim-up bars.

  • Spa †

    Steal away to a lively world of color, energy and invigoration at the spa. A rich reward for each of the senses, this beachfront oasis preserves the ancient traditions of Mayan healers - rejuvenating guests through a harmony of mind, body, and spirit. At our Riviera Maya resort, guests can indulge in traditional healing remedies and massages and the restorative powers of the Temazcal. A sacred practice perfected over thousands of years, this powerful herbal steam bath takes you on a journey that quiets the mind and frees the soul.

  • Tennis court
    There are 2 tennis courts on-site.
  • Water activities
    Offering beach and water activities such as swimming, fishing, snorkeling and scuba diving.
Off-Site Recreation
  • Golf †

    Imagine teeing off in paradise, on the breathtaking Mayan Riviera, host to the PGA Tour. Whether you're a first timer or a scratch handicapper, this resort has the perfect Cancún/Riviera Maya golf vacation package for you.

    There are dozens of nearby Riviera Maya golf clubs, designed by luminaries such as Jack Nicklaus, P.B. Dye, Tom Weiskpof, and Greg Norman, showcasing the perfect combination of stunning natural scenery and modern design elements. Take advantage of México's year-round gorgeous weather, tempered by warm Caribbean breezes amid a backdrop of swaying palms and brilliant blue skies. Book your next vacation with us and let our helpful concierge arrange for tee times at the best Cancún/Riviera Maya and Riviera Maya golf courses - where's there's no such thing as a bad day on the links.

On-Site Attraction
  • On-site Entertainment
    Theme shows: Mexican Show, Prehispanic Show, International Show and many more.
Off-Site Attraction
  • Riviera Maya Attractions and Activities
    Hotel Marina El Cid Spa & Beach Resort is near some of the best destinations and attractions in Riviera Maya and Cancún. Travel back in time at the ruins of Tulum. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of a rainforest. Enjoy amazing snorkeling, diving, horseback riding, and other diversions. Your choices are endless, which means that no two vacations will ever be the same.

† Fees may apply

Guest Reviews

Customer Ratings & Reviews

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating

TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_4.5 10544 reviews
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Pampering and perfection at a great price point.

    We just spent a flawless week as Platinum guests in an oceanfront room with Ventus el Cid’s best butlers, Are Mendez and Manuel Diaz. My every request was met with a smile and delivered perfectly. Every dinner was at the time and place of my choosing and loungers at the Platinum beach were reserved for us. I’ve never been more pampered and I feel like I’ve found my vacation home. The variety of pools, hot tubs and bars meant that we could find the perfect level of activity for us. I’m fussy about linens and housekeeping and their service was exemplary as well. Their service overall far exceeds their price point and the restaurants are amazing. I don’t have a single complaint.

    May 19, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Fun in the sun

    The pillows and bed were amazing after tiring days at the pool and beach food was amazing butler with Jesus attentive and fast at our every request!! 🙌we will back very soon my teens had a an amazing time sun was just right.............mm.m....

    May 17, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Alberto for the Win!!!

    I must say I wasn’t sure what to expect based off reviews. but my family was extremely happy with the choice of going to El cid at Easter. The staff was amazing ripped off by Alberto our Butler taking the trip to another level. He gave us a truly 5 star experience and is the main reason we have rebooked for December next year with more people. Only draw back was the beach but we knew that going into it. Food was great and the dinners far exceeded expectations! If you book ask for Alberto and you won’t be disappointed

    May 14, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 5.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Our great time at El Cid.

    My husband and I spent the month of March at El Cid. We find the 7 restaurants to be very relaxing and each having their own unique menus. There are many pools and beautiful landscaping. The employees are all so friendly, from the maids, grounds keeper, and restaurant workers. Since I have mobility problems a special shout out to our two butlers, Ricardo and Sebastián. They made our stay very enjoyable and saw to our every need. We had a wonderful time.

    May 10, 2025
  • TRI_LOGO_ANCILLARY_ 4.0 star tripadvisor rating
    Wonderful time

    We spent a week and had a great time! Sebastian and Ricardo, our butlers were excellent and got us everything we needed! They work tirelessly to ensure a great stay. Without them it is very hard to make any reservations to restaurants because it's so full. Also, we loved the outdoor spin and yoga class with Ahmed. Who doesn't want to exercise when overlooking the ocean? Lol. Shout out to Tony and Elli (sp?) for fun spanish classes and aqua fit! And loving the new rooftop bar. Aa we have been coming here for 6 years it would be great to change up the restaurant menus and refresh the rooms on the marina side as they are getting very tired and old looking. Also, the seat cushions in the lobby and main buffet restaurant need washing. Pls also add some more activities!

    May 05, 2025
Hotel Advisories
  • AdvisoryThe following mandatory hotel-imposed fees are charged and collected by the hotel either at check-in or check-out. Resort fee: $15.00 per room, per night Mandatory hotel-imposed fees may not include tax and are subject to change, this is an estimate of what you will be charged. The hotel can provide current fees and inclusions when you check-in.
General Policy
  • Check In: 3:00 PM
  • Check Out: 12:00 PM
  • Minimum Check-In Age: 21
  • General Policies:

    Check-in Policy - Hotel requires a credit/debit card authorization or cash deposit upon check-in for incidentals; this will place a hold on your funds.

    Convention Policy - Individuals attending a convention cannot book this property for their stay. If found attending a convention, guests may be subject to higher room rates upon arrival.

    Hotel Spring Break Policy - This hotel cannot guarantee a spring-break-free environment.

    Transfer Policy - A price may display when children stay free, if your vacation includes transfer to your hotel.

    General Information - Room taxes and service fees are included in vacation price.
    Minimum night stay restrictions may apply.
    Reservation changes may not be permitted unless authorized by the hotel.

    Resort Fee - A mandatory hotel-imposed fee is charged and collected by the hotel either at check-in or check-out.

    • Basic Wi-Fi 4 devices per room 

    • 2 hours late check out based on availability

    • Parking , valet parking service 

    • Transportation between Hotels 

    • Gym

    • Unlimited local phone calls

    • Safe deposit box

    • Concierge services

  • Pet Policy : Pets Not Allowed

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