2025-08-25

Best Resorts in Riviera Maya with Lazy Rivers


The Riviera Maya is famous for its exceptional beaches, amazing all-inclusive resorts, and impressive archaeological sites – most notably, the ruins of Tulum, one of the last cities inhabited by the Maya. And because the second-longest coral reef barrier is situated along the Riviera Maya’s coast, it is also a very popular destination for snorkelers and divers. 

But as much as there is to see and do in the Riviera Maya, there are times when a person may just want to chill out and enjoy the amenities at their all-inclusive resort. So, choosing accommodations that offer excellent amenities can often make the difference between having a great vacation and an exceptional one. 

Lazy rivers are one of the most popular of these amenities. These river-like water features are designed to slowly propel swimmers or tube riders down a winding, but circuitous route. It’s a fun way to soak up the Riviera Maya’s warm rays, while also staying refreshed by the lazy river’s cool waters. 

Looking for an exceptional Riviera Maya all inclusive resort with lazy river? Then check out the following resorts, which are considered the best ones in the Riviera Maya that offer this fun and popular water attraction.

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Iberostar Selection Paraiso Lindo

Iberostar Selection Paraiso Lindo Lazy River

The Iberostar Selection Paraiso Lindo is an oceanfront, all-inclusive resort that is located about one hour from Tulum.  This resort offers guests a luxurious stay with a host of excellent amenities, including a fitness room, spa, numerous restaurants and bars, and evening entertainment and live music. Guests can also take advantage of free room service from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., as well as a café that is open 24 hours. 

The Iberostar Selection Paraiso Lindo is also very family-friendly. Little ones can enjoy activities at the resort’s Star Camp, and there are many exciting water features to keep them entertained, including a lazy river, a splash park, a wave pool, and a large water park with seven slides.  Another plus? This resort is part of the larger Iberostar Playa Paraiso complex. So, guests have access to even more amenities at the Iberostar Waves Paraiso del Mar and the Iberostar Waves Paraiso Beach, as well as to the pools and some of the bars and restaurants at the Iberostar Selection Paraiso Maya Suites.

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Dreams Natura Resort & Spa

Dreams Natura Lazy River

Located just 10 miles from the Cancun International Airport in Puerto Morelos, this all-inclusive, laid-back resort has earned a coveted Four Diamond rating from AAA. The Dreams Natura Resort & Spa has a fitness center, an amazing spa designed to look like one of the area’s famous cenotes, supervised clubs for both teens and kids, more than a dozen restaurants and bars, as well as 24-hour room service and a daily refreshed mini-bar. Rooms are spacious and each boasts a private balcony or terrace. 

Guests at this oceanfront resort can spend the day relaxing on its lovely and quiet beach, or take advantage of its many water features, which include four pools, a water park, and a fun lazy river where guests can enjoy long and leisurely floats.  The Dreams Natura Resort & Spa also offers guests a unique attraction called the Rollglider, which is an aerial roller-coaster ride.

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El Dorado Royale

El Dorado Royale is an adults-only, all-inclusive resort that has earned the AAA Four Diamond award. It was also named to U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hotels in Mexico in 2017. This resort pampers and spoils guests with gourmet meals, premium bedding, live entertainment, and plenty of activities and shows. El Dorado Royale is located 25 minutes from Cancun International Airport and 15 minutes from Playa del Carmen. All of this resort’s rooms include indoor private spa tubs and either a balcony or a patio. 

Guests can enjoy the day soaking up the sun on this oceanfront resort’s beautiful and secluded approximately one-mile-long beach or head to one of its pools. Or even better? Take a leisurely float on the resort’s relaxing lazy river. Additionally, guests who choose a swim-up suite can access the lazy river directly from their rooms. From there, they can float to the main pool and/or the swim-up bar. Guests at the El Dorado Royale also enjoy complimentary access to Aqua Nick, which is a large waterpark with slides.

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Grand Sirenis Riviera Maya Resort & Spa

Grand Sirenis Riviera Maya

At the Grand Sirenis Riviera Maya Resort & Spa, guests can really spread out in comfort and luxury. Every room at this all-inclusive resort is a well-appointed, spacious suite. Located about one hour from the Cancun International Airport, this oceanfront property has something for everyone. For the little ones, there are separate age-appropriate pools, a playground, and a kids’ club, where children can spend the day doing fun activities under the watchful eye of specialized staff members. 

For adults, there is a disco, a theater featuring nightly entertainment, gourmet meals, a fitness center, and a world-class spa. Dining at this resort is an international and gourmet journey, with dining options from around the world. And, of course, all ages can enjoy a float on the resort’s lazy river, which is surrounded by vegetation for a natural feel. The Grand Sirenis Riviera Maya Resort & Spa is set on two miles of beautiful beach and is home to authentic Maya ruins that guests can explore.

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Have the Go with the Flow Vacation You’ve Always Wanted in Riviera Maya

With its stunning beaches and unique cultural attractions, it’s not surprising that the Riviera Maya attracts more than 30 million visitors a year. But even in this tropical paradise, staying in a resort that offers fun extras like a lazy river can make a very positive difference in your vacation experience. And that is why we highly recommend these Riviera Maya all inclusive resorts with lazy river

These fun water attractions offer a relaxing diversion for those times when you just don’t feel like beaching it. For the best deals on one of these fantastic Riviera Maya resorts with lazy river, book your next vacation through All Inclusive Outlet.

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