We just returned from our second stay at the fabulous Mayan Island luxury condominiums located immediately out the north turnstile gate of the Vidanta/Grand Mayan complex. Everything was just as expected from the photos and video tour online. This was the first time renting the 4 bdrm unit, but it worked out perfectly for our group. There are 4 rooms with ensuite bathrooms: one master ocean view room, one extra ocean view room with access to the balcony, one beautiful room with views to mountains, and one nice interior room with a smaller bathroom/shower. The condo is spacious and well appointed, and each zone has its own AC control, but much of the time we turned it off and let the ocean breezes flow through. Stunning ocean views off your private deck w/whirlpool tub. There is wifi, tv (a control guide would be helpful), books to read, pool and sand toys for the kids, and even a stroller and highchair (inquire with Nelly about their availability). Kitchen is well appointed, but has no oven. There is a toaster oven, microwave and stove, so it was fine for our needs. We activated the membership to use the Vidanta property next door, which is a great deal! So many restaurants, pools, and shops right next door. The pools at the condo complex are wonderful too! So clean and uncrowded, and the staff is very helpful and friendly. At the Mayan Island, the security is very high, so you always feel safe. They now require their own wristband for guests, so if you use the Vidanta membership too, you will be wearing two wristbands (pick up Vidanta band at the Grand Bliss hotel lobby for a couple dollars per band, in cash, separate from the activation fee). Check out the website to see the many amenities you will enjoy using: nightlife at Santuario, restaurants to suit each palate, Spa, gym, lazy river, etc. Just a short walk down the street, there is OXXO store w/taco bar (like a 7-11) where you can purchase small things to get you started in your condo (milk, cheese, tortillas, cereal, snacks, drinks). Or, take a 10 min cab ride to a Walmart or Mega or other large grocery store. Nelly has a driver service (Mel) and for a nominal extra charge he included a 30 min stop at the grocery store on our way to the condo to stock up on groceries. Taxis readily available (180 pesos to go to airport), and also a local bus which stops near the OXXO. Nelly was quick to be of help always! Nadia is sweet but a translator app helped me. FABULOUS TRIP once again!
