Adults Only

Adults Only

Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya is ideally located in the heart of the Riviera Maya along the white sand beaches and calm, clear waters of Akumal – meaning “Place of Turtles” in Mayan.  Just 20 minutes from Playa del Carmen and one hour from the Cancun International Airport, this state-of-the-art, adults-only resort offers a truly blissful Unlimited-luxury® experience amidst the exotic, natural beauty and culture of the area.

Starting with 434 elegant suites, many with stunning ocean views, guests can indulge in 24-hour room service, gourmet dining and top-shelf spirits, daily activities, nightly entertainment and more.

From your suite to the sea, above and below, new worlds await you at Secrets Akumal.

Exclusive Perks

  • 1 free room for every 5. 6th room is free with a maximum of 3 free rooms
  • Upgrades-1 free upgrade for every 5 paid rooms
  • 20% discount per person at the Spa
  • 1 hour free cocktail party
  • Free semi private dinner for up to 40 guests
This is one of our premier partner resorts. Please contact your destination wedding concierge for specific and exclusive resort concessions.
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Restaurants, Bars, & Lounges

Guests may choose from six gourmet á la carte restaurants, a buffet, a café and a grill. 24-hour dining options allow guests to enjoy late night bites at Coco Café. Or stay in and order room service. It’s all available at any hour day or night. No reservations are ever required.

Barefoot Grill – Light lunch specialties

Bordeaux – Fine French cuisine

Coco Café  – Premium coffees and pastries

El Patio  – Traditional Mexican cuisine

Himitsu  – Gourmet Pan-Asian fare

Market Café  – International buffet

Oceana  – Fresh seafood specialties

Portofino – Gourmet Italian cuisine

Seaside Grill – Grilled specialties served poolside

Top-shelf spirits are served at six chic bars and lounges.

Barracuda – Beach Bar

Halftime Bar – Poolside Sports Bar

Desires – Music Lounge

Manatees – Swim-Up Bar

Rendezvous – Lobby Bar

Showtime – Theater Bar

Sugar Reef – Pool Bar

With Sip, Savor & See you will have various dining options depending on the resort you are staying at. Indulge at an assortment of restaurants featuring cuisine ranging from French and Italian to fresh seafood, Mexican specialties and Pan-Asian fare.

Transportation costs are not included.

Guests of Secrets Capri, Secrets Maroma Beach, Secrets Silversands, Secrets The Vine, Secrets Playa Mujeres, Secrets Akumal, Secrets Aura and Breathless Riviera Cancun have access to each other, as well as all Dreams Resorts & Spas and Now Resorts & Spas in the Cancun/Riviera Maya region, for a total of 90 dining options!

Note: Sip, Savor & See dining experiences may be limited due to private events or resort buyouts.

Resort Amenities

Unlimited-Luxury® is more than just a phrase. It’s a commitment to redefining the all-inclusive experience by fulfilling your every wish and exceeding your expectations at every turn. It includes every amenity you’d expect from a world-class destination and so much more.

At Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya, these amenities include:

  • Daily maid service
  • 24-hour room and concierge services
  • Pool and beach wait service
  • Unlimited natural fruit juices and soft drinks
  • Unlimited international and domestic top-shelf spirits
  • Endless daytime activities and live nightly entertainment
  • Daily refreshed mini-bar with soft drinks, juice, bottled water and beer
  • Limitless access to gourmet à la carte dining options without reservations required

Wedding in Paradise Package


  • Symbolic Ceremony* 
  • Newlywed Package 
  • Welcome letter 
  • Fresh fruit 
  • Bottle of sparkling wine
  • Special turndown service the night of the wedding 
  • Preparation and ironing of couple’s wedding day attire 
  • One bouquet and one boutonniere per wedding couple
  • Wedding cake and sparkling wine toast (for up to 10 guests) 
  • 15% discount on all spa treatments (boutique purchases not included) 
  • Late checkout for the couple (based on availability and upon request) 
  • Wedding organization and personal touch of onsite wedding coordinator 
  • Breakfast in bed with Mimosas (reservations must be made in advance with concierge) 
  • Complimentary room for one member of the wedding couple the night before the wedding (based on availability and upon request) 
  • Free Anniversary Nights (stay a minimum of 5 paid nights over first anniversary date and receive 2 additional nights free or stay 4 paid nights over first anniversary date and receive 1 additional night free) 

Secrets of Love


  • Service of judge or minister
  • Newlywed Package 
  • Welcome letter 
  • Fresh fruit 
  • Bottle of sparkling wine 
  • One bouquet and one boutonniere per wedding couple
  • Two boutonnieres and two corsages for wedding party
  • Preparation and ironing of the couple’s wedding day attire
  • Wedding cake and sparkling wine (up to 20 guests)
  • Private dinner reception (silver menu, up to 20 guests)
  • Natural floral centerpiece for the sweetheart table (1)
  • Special turndown service the night of the wedding
  • Wedgwood Vera Wang Love Knots toasting flutes
  • 36 full color photos and wedding album (taken during ceremony)
  • Private cocktail hour with hors d’oeuvres (silver menu, up to 20 guests)
  • Late checkout for the couple (based on availability and upon request)
  • 15% discount on all spa treatments (boutique purchases not included)
  • Wedding organization and personal touch of onsite wedding coordinator
  • Breakfast in bed with Mimosas (Reservations must be made in advance with concierge)
  • Hairstyling and makeup application for one member of the wedding couple day of the ceremony
  • Complimentary room for one member of the wedding couple night before the wedding (based on availability and upon request)
  • Free Anniversary Nights (stay a minimum of 5 paid nights over first anniversary date and receive 2 additional nights free or stay 4 paid nights over first anniversary date and receive 1 additional night free)

Secrets Ultimate Wedding


  • Fresh fruit
  • Welcome letter
  • Newlywed Package
  • Bottle of sparkling wine
  • Service of judge or minister
  • Video of ceremony (30 minutes)
  • Special turndown service night of the wedding
  • Wedding cake and sparkling wine (up to 20 guests)
  • One bouquet and one boutonniere per wedding couple
  • Natural floral centerpiece for ceremonial table (1)
  • Two boutonnieres and two corsages for wedding party
  • Private dinner reception (Gold menu, up to 20 guests)
  • Live Mexican music trio (1 set, during cocktail hour)
  • Natural floral centerpiece for the sweetheart table (1)
  • Preparation and ironing of the couple’s wedding day attire
  • 50 full color photos taken during the ceremony and wedding album
  • Late checkout for the couple (based on availability and upon request)
  • Private cocktail hour with hors d’oeuvres (Gold menu, up to 20 guests)
  • 15% discount on all spa treatments (boutique purchases not included)
  • Wedding organization and personal touch of onsite wedding coordinator
  • Gazebo décor 20 chairs with white covers, ceremonial table, and aisle runner
  • Breakfast in bed with Mimosas (Reservations must be made in advance with concierge)
  • Choice of one Swedish massage for two, one European facial for two or one glow body scrub for two
  • Complimentary room for one member of the wedding couple the night before the wedding (based on availability) Hairstyling and makeup application for one member of the wedding couple for day of ceremony
  • Free Anniversary Nights (stay a minimum of 5 paid nights over first anniversary date and receive 2 additional nights free or stay 4 paid nights over first anniversary date and receive 1 additional night free)

Newlywed & Anniversary Package


  • Fresh fruit 
  • Welcome letter 
  • Bottle of sparkling wine 
  • Breakfast in bed with Mimosas (Reservations must be made in advance with concierge)

Secrets Ever After Vow Renewal Package


  • Fresh fruit
  • Welcome letter
  • Anniversary Package
  • Renewal of Vows Ceremony
  • Bottle of sparkling wine
  • Special turn down service
  • Romantic turndown service
  • Certificate of Renewed Vows
  • Sparkling wine toast for two
  • 5% discount on all spa treatments
  • Service of a dedicated onsite wedding coordinator
  • One bouquet and one boutonniere per wedding couple
  • Special dining arrangements for two the evening of the ceremony
  • Breakfast in bed with Mimosas (Reservations must be made in advance with concierge)

Beyond Memorable Wedding Package


  • Dedicated wedding coordinator
  • Welcome Cocktail Party- 1 hour event
  • Rehearsal Dinner – 2 hour event
  • Symbolic Ceremony* – private event
  • Preparation of the couple’s wedding day attire
  • Beach pergola or wedding gazebo drapery
  • Bouquet(s) and/or boutonniere(s) for the wedding couple
  • Sound system
  • White-linen covered chairs for guests
  • Shoe check station provided for ceremonies held on the beach
  • Wedding Reception – 3 hour private event
  • Sweetheart table for the wedding couple with upgraded linens, and seating for two Sound system
  • Delectable buffet with choice of variety of cuisine options*
  • Private bar with bartender
  • Dessert station and couple’s choice of wedding cake
  • Sparkling wine and fresh fruit for the wedding couple and their parents in suite, upon arrival (up to 3 rooms)
  • Complimentary access to the spa’s hydrotherapy areas for the wedding couple and their parents one day of stay
  • Romantic turndown service for the wedding couple the evening of the wedding
  • Romantic breakfast in bed with Mimosas the day after the wedding (confirm with wedding coordinator)
  • Late check-out for the wedding couple (based on availability, until 3PM)
  • Complimentary return stay anniversary nights!
  • Plus, the more you book, the more you receive:** (Confirm with coordinator)
  • 20% discount on spa treatments for wedding couple and their parents (up to 6 people. Boutique purchases not included)
  • Complimentary room for one member of the wedding couple the night before the wedding (based on availability)*

Selling Prices: $7,500USD (inclusive of 50 guests)
$11,999USD (inclusive of 100 guests)

Promotion Package terms & conditions: The Beyond Memorable Promotion is available to new wedding bookings made a minimum of one year in advance of wedding date at participating Secrets, Breathless, Dreams and Now Resorts & Spas. This package is only available for purchase by groups with a minimum of 50 guests and 75 room nights cumulative (for the selling price of $7,500) or a minimum of 80 guests and 120 room nights cumulative (for the selling price of $11,999). Wedding date and room availability must be confirmed with the resort in advance of purchasing the package. Prices and package inclusions subject to change without notice. Discount on spa treatments cannot be applied to spa packages or combined with any other spa promotion or offer. This package is not combinable with the Save Your Date or 3G promotion. This package is inclusive of 50 or 100 guests and additional guests can be added for an additional cost (varies by resort). Upgrades, customizations and additions can also be made to the package through the resort’s wedding coordinator.

Once wedding is confirmed it cannot be canceled within 6 months to the date of the wedding without a fee. For weddings booked within 6 months of the wedding date the wedding cannot be
canceled without the penalty. The cancellation penalty is $750. If the wedding group guest size or room nights are not met by the time of the wedding, the promotion will no longer be applicable, and the couple will need to build the package a la carte or based off of the standard brand wedding packages, with additional costs per guest.

Upgrades are based on availability and check in upon arrival at the hotel.

Select resorts may offer plated menus rather than buffet option. Please confirm with resort upon time of booking.

   
Terms and Conditions apply, please check with your Certified Destination Wedding Specialist for more information.

Ceremony Locations

Beach Pergola

Beach Pergola

A very nice oceanfront location on our stunning beach can accommodate up to 100 guests

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Outstanding for

Anniversaries

Board Meetings

Special Celebrations

Weddings

Capacity


100
MAX CAPACITY

The Ceiba Garden

The Ceiba Garden

A private location, does not have an ocean view but offers a paved area. Can accommodate up to 100 guests.

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Outstanding for

Anniversaries

Board Meetings

Special Celebrations

Weddings

Capacity


100
MAX CAPACITY

The Lagoon Arch

The Lagoon Arch

Quiet and small location perfect for an intimate wedding. Can accommodate up to 150 guests.

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Outstanding for

Anniversaries

Board Meetings

Special Celebrations

Weddings

Capacity


150
MAX CAPACITY

Foyer

Foyer

Perfect backup location should weather become an issue.

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Outstanding for

Anniversaries

Board Meetings

Special Celebrations

Weddings

Cocktail and Reception Locations

Ballroom

Ballroom

This location can accommodate maximum 150 people.

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Outstanding for

Anniversaries

Board Meetings

Special Celebrations

Weddings

Capacity


150
MAX CAPACITY

Coco Cafe Deck

Coco Cafe Deck

This location can accommodate maximum 25 people.

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Outstanding for

Anniversaries

Board Meetings

Special Celebrations

Weddings

Capacity


25
MAX CAPACITY

The Ceiba Garden

The Ceiba Garden

This location can accommodate maximum 70 people.

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Outstanding for

Anniversaries

Board Meetings

Special Celebrations

Weddings

Capacity


70
MAX CAPACITY

Standard Room Amenities


Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya boasts a total of 434 smoke-free suites, many offering majestic ocean views, all staggered for optimal views of the exotic landscape, pools and ocean. Each private sanctuary is appointed with a fresh interpretation of Mexican art including Huipil and Reboz from Oaxaca and La Huasteca style embroidery with Mayan gold accents. Each luxurious suite is fully equipped with a king-size or two double beds, a private terrace or balcony, in-suite whirlpool for two, complimentary mini-bar and much more!

  • Ceiling fan
  • Hair dryer
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Vanity mirror
  • Direct dial telephone
  • Electric voltage – 110V
  • 42” satellite TV
  • King-size bed or two double beds
  • Private, furnished balcony or terrace
  • Whirlpool for two in every suite
  • 24-hour complimentary room service
  • Concierge in every building
  • Nespresso® coffee machine
  • Air-conditioning with in-room climate control
  • Electronic safety deposit box (laptop size)
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi with Unlimited Connectivity
  • Mini-bar refreshed daily with soft drinks, bottled water, juice and beer
  • iPod®, iPad® and iPhone® docking station with alarm clock
  • Electronic tablet in-suite (to order room service, spa services, romantic dining reservations and more)
 

Preferred Club Amenities

  • Personalized check-in and check-out
  • Special concierge service 
  • Preferred status and amenities
  • Upgraded mini-bar 
  • Exclusive dining access
  • Upgraded bath amenities
  • Private Preferred Club Lounge
  • Daily continental breakfast service
  • Afternoon hot and cold hors d’oeuvres
  • Exquisite desserts and fine liquors
  • Complimentary computer access
  • Preferred Club suites in premium locations
  • Daily à la carte breakfast in Seaside Grill restaurant
  • Complimentary newspaper in-suite every day (English or Spanish)
  • Access to Preferred Club Lounge Bar open daily from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Junior Suite Tropical View


Junior Suite Tropical View
  • Tropical view
  • 544 sq. ft.
  • One king-size or two double beds
  • Full bathroom with whirlpool for two
  • Private, furnished balcony or terrace<

Junior Suite Swim Out


Junior Suite Swim Out
  • Tropical/pool view
  • 544 sq. ft.
  • One king-size or two double beds
  • Full bathroom with whirlpool for two
  • Private, furnished terrace with swim out access

Preferred Club Junior Suite Ocean View


Preferred Club Junior Suite Ocean View
  • Ocean view
  • 572 sq. ft.
  • Preferred Club amenities
  • One king-size or two double beds
  • Full bathroom with whirlpool for two
  • Private, furnished balcony or terrace with plunge pool

Preferred Club Junior Suite Swim Out


Preferred Club Junior Suite Swim Out
  • Tropical/pool view
  • 572 sq. ft.
  • Preferred Club amenities
  • One king-size or two double beds
  • Full bathroom with whirlpool for two
  • Private, furnished terrace with swim out access

Romance Master Suite Ocean View


Romance Master Suite Ocean View
  • Ocean view
  • 1,280 sq. ft.
  • One king-size bed
  • Separate living room
  • Preferred Club amenities
  • Full bathroom with whirlpool for two
  • Private, furnished balcony or terrace with plunge pool

Romance Master Suite Ocean Front


Romance Master Suite Ocean Front
  • One king-size bed
  • 1,280 sq. ft.
  • Oceanfront view
  • Separate living room
  • Preferred Club amenities
  • Full bathroom with whirlpool for two
  • Private, furnished balcony or terrace with plunge pool

Additional Room Categories


Junior Suite Partial Ocean View

  • One king or 2 double beds
  • Full bathroom with Jacuzzi for two
  • Private, furnished balcony or terrace
  • Partial ocean view
  • 544 square feet

Junior Suite Ocean View 

  • One king-size or two double beds
  • Full bathroom with whirlpool for two
  • Private, furnished balcony or terrace
  • Ocean view
  • 544 sq. ft. 

Preferred Club Junior Suite Tropical View 

  • One king-size or two double beds
  • Full bathroom with whirlpool for two
  • Private, furnished balcony or terrace with plunge pool
  • Tropical view
  • Preferred Club amenities
  • 572 sq. ft.
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Preferred Club Junior Suite Ocean Front 

  • One king-size bed
  • Full bathroom with whirlpool for two
  • Preferred Club privileges
  • Private, furnished balcony or terrace with plunge pool
  • Ocean Front view
  • 572  square feet

Presidential Suite

  • One king-size bed
  • Two 42″ flat screen satellite TV’s
  • Private, furnished balcony with plunge pool
  • Oceanfront view
  • Preferred Club amenities
  • 3,570 sq. ft.
  • Full bathroom with his and hers showers and whirlpool for two
  • Spacious living room and separate dining area with kitchenette and bar
  • Archery
  • Yoga
  • Cocktail classes
  • Dance lessons
  • Sailing
  • Windsurfing
  • Water aerobics
  • Football
  • Kayaks
  • Hobie cats
  • Snorkeling
  • Water polo
  • Golf* (nearby)
  • Deep sea fishing*
  • Scuba diving*
  • Sport fishing*
  • Ping-pong
  • Outdoor Jacuzzi
  • Open-air theatre for shows and events
  • Beach and pool volleyball
  • Concert Projections Under the Stars
  • Work out in the state-of-the-art fitness center
  • Multi purpose court (basketball, volleyball, etc.)
  • Soak in the sun poolside or on the white sand beach
  • Sit back and enjoy a live show in our open-air theatre
  • Expansive infinity pool with breathtaking ocean views
  • Explore the spectacular Caribbean on a scuba diving tour*
  • Take to the sea for kayaking, snorkeling, sailing or windsurfing
  • Enjoy complimentary greens fees at nearby Riviera Maya Golf Club

*Additional costs may apply.