Just came from 7 nights at Gran Bahia Principe Coba, and once more I am not disappointed. Of course I am aware that it is a very large resort with more than 2000 people - the resort was fully booked so it was very very crowded . The resort has lot's of activities taking place or for you to choose from (tennis, footbal, bicycles, boats, large pools, beach, gymnastics, shops, restaurants...), so if you are getting tired of having too much people around you, you just have to go somewhere else.
All the staff is nice and caring. The rooms are all Junior suites, with lot's of space and imacculately clean :-)
Once more (as I stated in my review of gran bahia principe bavario - Punta cana), the only thing that I didin't really like was the food. I am not sure if this is my problem or gran bahia Principe problem, or even huge resort's problem... but to me the fish and the meat tasted the same! The restaurant staff although very kind is a little bit slow or with short term memory issues: we ask for a beer at the begginning of the meal and if we don't keep insisting we will only get the beer at the end of it! ok, we were on holidays so what's the rush... but it's kind of annoying...
I will go back...

Why 12 timesat one resort? Easy, it is a beautiful resort, with immaculate grounds, friendly staff and a wide assortment of food options.

My wife and I have traveled a lot! We have stayed at numerous all inclusives. We are as comfortable eating in a gourmet restaurant as we are at McDonalds, why because you know what to expect at McDonalds and what to expect at a 5 star restaurant. You will read reviews giving negative comments about this resort, believe me I would not return two or three times a year if the food was bad, the service horrible, the rooms unclean or the beach a disaster. Those comments are NOT true.

I won't bother to comment on the trip from the airport being long ( we use private vans or limos), or comment on the resort be huge, it is, or bore you with "say hi to Enrico he is the best...".

Yes there are more upscale resort in Riviera Maya. Most will cost twice the price or higher. These are true 4 to 4 1/2 star resorts.

We have stayed in all three sections, Tulum, Akumal and Coba. each has its advatages over the other two. For example I believe the best buffet is in Tulum, the best pools are in Akumal, the best lobby bar and best rooms are in Coba.

Two of out favorite restaurants, Mikado and Pescador are in Coba.

We have been going to Gran Bahia for about five years. They are constantly making improvements. The most recent is an expansion of the beach to the south by Akumal. New beach area with palapas and beach bar. There is also the new dolphin area in Tulum where you can swim with the dolphins.

If you are considering a vacation to Riviera Maya this is an excellent choice. Remember you are in a subtropical climate, there are insects, or course we have mosquitos and ants in Ontario Canada to. The culture is different from the constant hustle and bustle of North American life. It is a slower pace, try it you might like not looking at your watch every five minutes.

The staff really are there to serve you. Treat them as you would a friend, you will be amazed how kind and caring they are. Remember they are not making the wages we make, TIP them. You wouldn't consider walking out of a bar or restaurant back home without leaving a tip! I have spoken to guests that have said their travel agent told them not to tipas it is offensive... BULL! I have a number of the staff I would call friends and they appreciate you acknowledging their service. We make a habit of tipping $1 when I order drinks, $5 at an ala carte, $3-5 perday for the housekeeper and $1 a day for theguy that does the mini bar. We get EXCELLENT service.

Bottom line,.go, enjoy, relax and embrace the culture and country.

Any questions about Gran Bahia or excursions send me a message.

the Bahia Principe Coba was the best vacation we never had clean staff very nice we were threated like royalty amazing place

We stayed at the resort the last week of January and we loved it. The place was super clean,the food was excellent and the drinks on the beach even better.Jorge at the coba royal golden lounge was a great bartender,he new all his guests and what they wanted. We will definitly go back ,not one thing to complain about except vacation was not long enough.