Resort Details

OnSite Dining
  • Various Bars
    Compass – Caribbean Rum Lounge
    The compass rose takes us to the West Indies with sugar cane inspired beverages. Along with a full bar offering, Compass showcases a wide array of Caribbean Rums and rum based concoctions. Located in the main lobby, adjacent to Joe Merchant, Compass is a great place to enjoy a morning coffee, watch your favorite sports event or sip on a pre-dinner cocktail.

    License to Chill Bar
    With a breezy beach location and attached wet feet pool, License to Chill is the perfect place to let the day go by, sipping on your favorite cocktail. A true chilled out vibe with oceanfront views, firepits and live evening entertainment.

    5 o’Clock Somewhere Bar
    As the lyrics go, “That sun is hot, and that old clock is moving slow” Indeed, it is 5 o’Clock somewhere. A staple of any Margaritaville® experience. With its recognizable “A” shape structure, 5 o’Clock Somewhere is the perfect place anytime of the day for poolside cocktails, a cold beer or world famous Margaritaville® Margaritas. Enjoy live music as the day concludes. Located just a few steps from the beach and The Beach House Restaurant.

    S.O.S. Swim Up Bar
    Enjoy refreshing in-pool or poolside beverages. Select from a wide variety of fresh tropical concoctions at this nautically inspired swim-up bar complete with hanging beds. Enjoy and sip away, you are Stranded on a Sandbar.

    Blended – Wellness & Smoothie Bar
    Jimmy says: “You chew a little juicy fruit, wash away the night, it’s good for your soul”. This is Margaritaville Island Reserve’s place for a healthy fix. Join us and get supercharged with one of our super food bowls, vegan options, fresh fruits and smoothies.

    RITA’S TACO HOUSE
    With a spectacular ocean front deck, Rita’s Taco House redefines the joy of Mexican tacos and beach 
    inspired fares. Enjoy some of the finest agave-based beverages in the Riviera Maya and be sure not to miss 
    our mariachi nights with live local performances.
  • Various restaurants
    The Beach House
    Located beachside, this open-air Caribbean inspired restaurant serves international fares from our mouthwatering food display. From early morning to late night, all to be enjoyed in an upscale yet casual atmosphere, ideal for family and friends.

    Rita’s Taco House
    With a spectacular ocean front deck, Rita’s Taco House redefines the joy of Mexican tacos and beach inspired fares. Enjoy some of the finest agave-based beverages in the Riviera Maya and be sure not to miss our mariachi nights with live local performances. (12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.)

    Frank & Lola’s
    Serving handcrafted, authentic and exquisitely prepared Italian cuisine, Frank & Lola’s is the resort’s premium dining experience. Our house made pasta is a must, accompanied by a wine from our extensive Wine Spectator awarded wine list. Reservations are recommended. To enhance the overall dining experience, we request no men’s tank tops, baseball caps or swimwear.

    Latino - Fusion Cuisine
    Latino offers the best of two culinary cultures where Latin flavors meet Asian spices and preparations. The restaurant offers fresh, locally-sourced ingredients for creative dishes, intriguing flavors and fun presentations.

On-Site Amenities
  • 24-hour front desk
  • 24-hour room service
  • Airport shuttle service†
  • All-inclusive meal plan
  • Babysitting†
  • Baggage hold
  • Bell staff/porter
  • Car rental desk†
  • Children programs
  • Children welcome
  • 24-hour front desk
  • 24-hour room service
  • Airport shuttle service†
  • All-inclusive meal plan
  • Babysitting†
  • Baggage hold
  • Bell staff/porter
  • Car rental desk†
  • Children programs
  • Children welcome
  • Children's play area
  • Complimentary wireless internet
  • Concierge desk
  • Currency exchange†
  • Dry cleaning†
  • Elevators
  • Exercise gym
  • Free parking
  • Gift/News stand†
  • Golf, Offsite†
  • Gourmet highlights†
  • Housekeeping - daily
  • Laundry/Valet service†
  • Limousine service†
  • Lounges/bars†
  • Meal Plan Type: All Inclusive
  • Medical Facilities Service†
  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Room service†
  • Safe deposit box
  • Spa†
  • Tour/sightseeing desk
  • Transportation services - local area†
  • Valet parking
  • Wakeup service
  • Water sports†
  • Welcome drink
  • Wi-Fi†
Off-Site Amenities
  • Internet Access†
  • Wireless Internet Connection†
On-Site Wedding Services
  • To complement our Memorable Moments Wedding Events, we offer just the right back drop with a breathtaking setting for your ceremony, cocktail, reception, or private dinner. At Margaritaville® Island Reserve Riviera Cancun, you will find our signature Sky Wedding location featuring stunning 360-degree views from the private rooftop terrace that makes you feel on top of the world. The azure sea and the sunset make a fantastic setting for exchanging vows.

† Fees may apply

On-Site Recreation
  • Children's program †
    PARAKEET KID’S CLUB
    • Complimentary, supervised daily programming for children 4-12 years old including arts
    & crafts, face painting, video games, singing, dancing, movie nights and more!
    • Children under 4 years old are welcome, but must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.


  • Fitness center on-site †
    FINS UP! FITNESS CENTRE

    Fitness can be fun at Margaritaville® Island Reserve Riviera Cancún. Enjoy a morning outdoor yoga or stretching session to start your day. Stay fit in style with a workout at our fitness facility. Accessible and welcoming for those who want to reenergize, tone, or embark upon a new workout challenge, we offer a variety of cardiovascular and strength training equipment. Fins Up! Fitness has everything necessary to make indulging worth it, helping travelers stay on top of their fitness goals, even in Paradise.
  • General †
    • Daily activities program
    • Fitness Center and classes (yoga, stretching, Aqua Fit)
    • Live performances & entertainment
    • Joe Merchant’s points to provision in room refreshment center
    • Table games & Ping Pong
    • paddle boards

    WEEKLY EVENTS 
    • Margarita blending (and sampling!)
    • Blackjack
    • Beach Parties
    • Mariachi Fiestas
    • Karaoke Night
    • Tiki Beach Party
    • Cheeseburger in Paradise 

    DAYTIME ACTIVITIES INCLUDE 
    • Stand-Up Paddleboarding
    • Beach Soccer & Volleyball
    • Cornhole
    • Bocce ball
    • Scuba diving clinics
    • Cooking, Cocktails & Latin Dance Classes

    LIVE MUSIC
    Here we believe that nothing can quite beat the sensation of being in front of a live musical performance–
    from a solo singer, to a musician to a full band playing classics to current favorites, the entertainment 
    experience will be interactive and immersive. 
    Performance venues include: 
    • License to Chill (weekly scheduled event)
    • Five o’Clock Somewhere Bar (daily)
    • Rita’s Taco House (weekly)
    • Compass Bar  
  • Kayaking †
  • Non-Motorized Water Sports †
  • Pool †
    Four swimming pools (two ocean front)
  • Scuba diving †
    Scuba diving clinics in the pool
  • Snorkeling †
  • Spa †
Off-Site Recreation
  • Fitness center off-site †
    FITNESS 
    • Our Aqua Fitness class is a must for everyone who enjoys a total body workout while building 
    strength in a fun way.
    • For those seeking high energy action there’s Latin Dance and Beach Soccer, and for those in 
    favor of more mind and body wellness, we offer stretching and yoga.
Off-Site Attraction
  • Downtown Cancun

† Fees may apply

Hotel Advisories
  • AdvisoryThe Municipality of Rivera Maya will be charging an Eco Tax of 32.00 Mexico Pesos (approx. $1.60 USD) per room per night. This amount is not included in your vacation price and will be collected at your hotel. These funds are being used to protect, maintain and conserve the natural beauty of the destination the area and its surroundings. This fee is subject to change at any time without notice by the hotel.
General Policy
  • Check In: 3:00 PM
  • Check Out: 12:00 PM
  • Minimum Check-In Age: 18
  • General Policies:
    Check-in Policy - Hotel requires a credit/debit card authorization or cash deposit upon check-in for incidentals; this will place a hold on your funds.

    Convention Policy - Individuals attending a convention cannot book this property for their stay. If found attending a convention, guests may be subject to higher room rates upon arrival.

    Hotel Spring Break Policy - This hotel cannot guarantee a Spring Break-free environment.

    Transfer Policy - A price may display when children stay free, if your vacation includes transfer to your hotel.

    General Information - Room taxes are included in vacation price. 
    Minimum night stay restrictions may apply. 
    Reservation changes may not be permitted unless authorized by the hotel.
  • Pet Policy : Pets Not Allowed

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