Riviera Maya Travel Guide 

Important Things To Know

Currency

The currency for Riviera Maya is the Mexican Peso. 

Beach at Grand Sirenis Riviera Maya (photo courtesy Sirenis Hotels & Resorts)

National Languages

The national language of Riviera Maya is Spanish. However, due to the high influx of tourism, you can easily navigate this holiday destination in English. 

Climate And Weather

There’s nothing more that you expect from a beach holiday destination than sunny days and warm weather. However, as lovely as the weather can be, the Riviera Maya can also experience chilly weather during winter and the chance of hurricanes during summer. 

In general, Riviera Maya is characterized by a rainy season and a dry season. The rainy season runs from around May to October and is also the hurricane season, with a greater chance of them occurring in August and October. Luckily, hurricanes are quite rare here. 

The dry season runs from around November to April. This is the winter time so temperatures are a bit cooler and it is less humid. 

When To Visit Riviera Maya

We would suggest booking your trip from around November to February. During this time, you can still expect the warm weather that Riviera Maya is famous for. However, you skip the overbearing heat of March and May and the frequent rain showers of the wet season. 

Best Places To Stay In Riviera Maya

Tulum: If you are looking for an overall breathtaking holiday Tulum is the place for you. For those looking for a romantic getaway, the gorgeous cliffs overlooking the Caribbean Sea will draw you. However, this stunning visit is host to just enough culture, scenic views, and nights out to draw everyone. 

Playa del Carmen: If you are looking for a night out, good food, and overall good vibes - we will direct you straight to Playa del Carmen. This once-small village will still have you wandering the town on foot despite its cosmopolitan upgrade. 

Cozumel: For our swimming adventurers, Cozumel is for you. We highly recommend visiting this island in the Mexican Caribbean. Here you can go diving and kayaking, visiting over 60 species of fish. Moreover, the center of the island is home to an undeveloped jungle.