BlueBay Grand Esmeralda

Hotel Overview

Boasting a privileged position on the white sands of the Caribbean Sea, the Blue Bay Grand Esmeralda Hotel offers high end accommodation that is surrounded by a lush jungle and mangrove swamps. The exclusive resort is in the charming village of Playa del Carmen with over 1,000 feet of glistening white sandy beach providing the ideal spot to get away from it all.

Make yourself at home in one of the spacious and luxuriously appointed guest rooms that have views of the gardens, pool area or sea. Toiletries are provided for your convenience in the en-suite bathrooms and a desk, Wi-Fi, satellite TV as well as minibar are just a few of the plethora of in-room amenities on offer. The reception is also open 24 hours where the attentive staff is on hand around the clock to ensure you have all you need for a truly unforgettable stay.

In addition to having its very own beach, the hotel boasts three outdoor swimming pools with separate kid's areas. The pools are lined with a selection of loungers where you can spend the days relaxing in the enviable Caribbean climate. If you are feeling a bit more energetic, you can catch up on a workout at the fully equipped or enjoy a game of tennis on one of the courts. The younger guests will also have the time of their lives at the kids club and regular entertainment is organised at the resort ensuring you will never have a dull moment during this memorable stay.

*Official star rating: 4**
*Certain amenities may be payable locally.**

##Location
Playa Del Carmen is in the heart of the Riviera Maya and is the region's top destination for shopping, dining and nightlife. Playa Del Carmen is famous for its beautiful beaches and 5th Avenue which is the main tourist thoroughfare in Playa. It is a pedestrian only, cobblestone lined street which is filled with a variety of bars, restaurants, clubs and shopping opportunities.

##Accomodation
The BlueBay Grand Esmeralda Hotel has a total of 979 guest rooms over four floors and each room have a view over the ocean or gardens.

Suites have one king size bed, lounge and dining room. Deluxe Jacuzzi come with an outdoor Jacuzzi and Swim-Up suites with direct access to the private pool.
Rooms boast two double beds or one king size bed.

All rooms feature a patio/balcony, air-conditioning, direct dial telephone, tea and coffee making facilities, private bathroom with toiletries, hair dryer, sewing kit, wireless Internet access, iron and ironing board, clock radio, flat screen television with satellite service and daily housekeeping to name a few.

##Eating and Drinking
The hotel offers a wide selection of restaurants and runs an all-inclusive programme. The bars and restaurants include Jaal-Ha serving an international buffet, Don Isi for Mexican cuisine, Di Rossi for Italian cuisine and also there are French, Oriental and specialising in American meat a la carte restaurants.

**ALL-INCLUSIVE**

MEALS:

Breakfast: 7:00 – 11:00
Lunch: 12:00 – 15:30
Dinner: 18:00 – 22:00

Festival – Buffet-style restaurant: Breakfast from 7:00 – 11:00, lunch from 12:00 – 15:30 and dinner from 18:00 – 22:00.

Jaal-Ha – Buffet-style restaurant: Breakfast from 7:00 – 11:00, lunch from 12:00 – 17:00.
Steak House - a la carte: Dinner 18:00 – 22:00.
Asiatic - a la carte: Dinner 18:00 – 22:00.
L'Atelier, French restaurant - a la carte: Dinner 18:00 – 22:00.
Di Rossi, Italian restaurant - a la carte: Dinner 18:00 – 22:00.
Don Isi, Mexican restaurant - a la carte: Dinner 18:00 – 22:00.


DRINKS: Unlimited local: local beer, soft drinks, wine, cocktails - from 10:00, 24-hour service in the Sports bar, snacks and room service available 24-hours.

##Swimming Pools
The hotel has three outdoor swimming pools with an area for children that are lined with a selection of loungers and parasols.