Gran Bahia Principe Akumal
All-Inclusive Resort in Riviera Maya, Mexico
Gentle Cove . . . Natural Swimming Pool . . . family-friendly all-inclusive resort
Bahia Principe Akumal . . . Mayan Influenced Hotel
The Gran Bahia Principe Akumal is set along a cove with the gentle Caribbean Sea as a natural swimming pool with white sand and thatched sun-shelters overhead. The Gran Bahía Principe Akumal Resort is only steps from interlocking swimming pools and waterways surrounding specialty restaurants which look out to splendid scenery.
Location of the Gran Bahia Principe Akumal
With a secluded location near many local ruins, the Gran Bahia Principe Akumal is stretched along a wonderful ¾ mile stretch of white sand beach, surrounded by 275 acres of tropical vegetation. It is one hour from the airport.
Accommodations
The magnificent Gran Bahia Principe Akumal is a hidden paradise featuring a distinctly May
an influence, with rooms and suites distributes throughout 3-story villas surrounded by acres of tropical coconut palms and exotic vegetation. The Gran Bahia Principe Akumal features 485 rooms.
Junior suites feature:
Note: Golden Club junior suites are available. 629 Air-conditioned junior suites.
Royal Golden Principe
Situated in a relaxing area of the hotel complex is the ROYAL GOLDEN PRINCIPE, a private club where guests can enjoy all services and facilities at Gran Bahia Principe Akumal with the following exclusive services:
Location of the Royal Golden Club at the Gran Bahia Principe Akumal
The Royal Golden Principe Club is part of Gran Bahia Principe Akumal and is located on the hotel's south side and is separated from the rest of the hotel, The Royal Club at the Akumal features exclusive signage. There are 200 double rooms distributed in villas, located between 20 and 150 meters from the beach.
All Royal Golden Principe Club Rooms feature: twin or king size beds, air conditioning, full bathroom, hairdryer, satellite TV, direct telephone, private safe (extra charge), minibar, and balcony or terrace.
Exclusive Facilities and Services of the Club Royal Golden Principe
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Exclusive reception:
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check-in and check-out
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welcome drink
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a desk for representatives
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reservations for speciality a-la-carte restaurants (four per week each)
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reservations for shuttle to Playa del Carmen
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umbrellas
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free internet access service room until 11.00pm
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coffee machine facilities
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Ironing board and iron facilities
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House keeping courtesies
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daily refills on minibars
All-Inclusive
All meals (dress code applies)
Note: Coupon system applies: Stays of 3 nights receive one á la carte dinner; 4-6 nights receive two ála carte dinners, and 7 nights or more receive three á la carte dinners.
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24 - hour snack and drinks
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Unlimited drinks in the Gran Bahia Principe Complex
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Large segmented lagoon-style swimming pool/Jacuzzis
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Seven restaurants
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Exchange privileges within the hotel complex
(except restaurant dining)
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Weekly Mexican Fiesta at Hacienda Dona Isabel (fee)
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Two swimming pools, Jacuzzi, children's pool
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Nightly entertainment
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Three lit tennis courts
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Snorkeling equipment
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Windsurfing
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Sailing
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Kayaks
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Scuba demonstration in pool (one per client per stay, reservations required
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Scuba (fee)
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Shuttle to Playa del Carmen (fee)
Dining
There are 5 Restaurants at the Grand Bahia Principe Akumal. All á la Carte Rest offer air conditioning. Guests have access to 3 á la Carte dinners per week of stay and previous reservation, to choose among the 7 Speciality House wine available.
Riviera
Main restaurant (international buffet) with sea view
Breakfast Lunch Dinner
The restaurant is exclusively for use of guests vacationing at the Gran Bahía Principe Akumal.
Dress code: footwear is required. No bathing suites.
Arlequin
International Gourmet Restaurant
Exclusive for Gran Bahía Principe Akumal guests.
Open for á la carte dinner only.
Reservations are required. Guests may dine in restaurant one time per 7-night stay subject to availability.
Dress code: men are required to wear long pants and a shirt with sleeves.
Dolce Vita
Italian specialties.
Buffet service for breakfast and lunch.
A la carte for dinner.
Reservations are required.
Guests may dine in this restaurant one time per 7-night stay subject to availability.
Dress code: men are required to wear long pants and a shirt with sleeves.
El Acuario
A completely casual atmosphere located on the beach offering snacks and fast food.
Grilled meats, sausages, hamburgers, pizzas and a selection of salads. Open 24-hours.
Frutos del Mar
A la carte dinner service with a large variety of fish and shellfish in Caribbean style.
Reservations are required. Guests may dine in this restaurant one time per 7-night stay subject to availability. Dress code: men are required to wear long pants and a shirt with sleeves.
Activities and Entertainment
Daily Activities and Entertainment 
There is a daily activities program every day from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm with non-motorized watersports, tennis, mountain bikes, soccer and more.
Nightly Activities and Entertainment
Daily entertainment with live music and a variety of shows at hotel’s amphitheater. Disco located at Hacienda Dona Isabel.
Children’s Programs
The Gran Bahia Principe Akumal offers the facilities of a Mini-Club called "El Principito" for the enjoyment and healthy entertainment of children. The kid's club is located next to the amphitheatre and is situated on the beach. The club is located near the central swimming-pool. It has furniture designed for children, and a wide variety of games and activities. The entire area is properly enclosed for children's safety and has shaded areas to protect them from the Caribbean sun. The multi-lingual staff is fluent is several languages.
The club also organizes evening activities including a children's show. Use of the children's club is subject to specific rules that parents must respect to guarantee their children's complete safety.
(applicable ages: 4- to 12-years old).
Babysitting Fee: fee varies. Advance notice for babysitting is required.
Golf
Nearby
Puerto Aventuras Golf Club 9 holes
The Puerto Aventuras golf Club features a 3,255 yard course designed by Tomas Dehmann.
Golf Club Playacar 18 holes (transportation from the hotel available for a fee)
Water Sports 
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On Site Fishing*
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Sunfish Sailing
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Scuba *
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Snorkeling
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Hobie Cats *
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Paddle Boats
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Motorboats *
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JetSki*
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Waverunner*
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Waterskiing*
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Wind surf*
*additional fee
Other Sports Available
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Horseback Riding*
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Bicycles*
*Additional Fee
Health Club and Spa
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Aerobics
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Jacuzzi
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Massage*
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Nautilus Spa*
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Manicure/ Pedicure*
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Facials*
*additional fee
Additional information
Exchange privileges with the Gran Bahia Principle Akumal includes all services, activities, bars and restaurants totaling 11 restaurants and 12 bars (except International Gourmet Restaurant “Don Pablo” and some restrictions may apply for á la carte restaurants).
Check out time: 12:00 noon
Total rooms 485
Year opened 2001
Restrictions
Men are required to wear long pants required for dinner in all restaurants. Restaurant / stores of the Hacienda Dona Isabel are not included in the all-inclusive program. International and national cocktails, beer and soft drinks are available until 11:00 pm at hotel bars.
No spring breakers.
Contact Information
Playa Aventuras Akumal. Crtra. Xetumal - Cancún, Km. 249.
77760 Quintana Roo. Mexico.
Phone: +52984 8755000 Fax: +52984 8755001