The Occidental Grand Flamenco Hotel is in a get away from it all location, a mile from the beach and 4 miles from Playa del Carmen. The hotel is outside the centre of Xcaret, a pretty area on a quiet cove. The area itself is an eco park combining a tropical jungle, Mayan ruins and underground rivers. There are many local activities including swimming with dolphins, scuba diving, a bat cave, manatee lagoon, marine turtles and an orchid conservatory.
Right Choice
This hotel will appeal to couples and families looking for a peaceful retreat with varied facilities for an active or relaxing holiday in Mexico.
Location and Resort
The hotel is built around the lake-like pools set in large tropical gardens. The hotel has Mayan ruins in the grounds. The hotel has a mini train to transport guests around the resort. There is a nearby golf course and Playa del Carmen provides the evening entertainment away from the hotel with plenty of lively bars and a laid back atmosphere.
Swimming Pools
The hotel has 3 swimming pools including 1 for children.
Eating and Drinking
The hotel has 11 restaurants serving international cuisine, including 5 a la carte. The hotel also has 14 bars including 2 beach bars, a snack bar, pool bar and a lounge bar. The hotels All Inclusive programme includes unlimited meals and snacks, open bar, unlimited juices and soft drinks, menu style dining in specialty restaurants, beach butler service, weekly cocktail party organized by the hotel's director and a welcome cocktail. CHRISTMAS EVE AND NEW YEARS EVE GALA MEALS INCLUDED
Accommodation
All have bathroom/shower WC TV air conditioning telephone hairdryer minibar safe fridge coffee maker * (certain amenities may be payable locally)
Hotel Location
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