With a wonderful white-sand beachfront location in the Playa Secreto area of the Riviera Maya, Valentin Imperial Maya is ideal for couples and singles seeking an adults only vacation featuring ultimate pampering, and first-class hotel amenities.

“This is one of the prettiest resorts I’ve ever visited. The beach is beautiful and they are raking it almost hourly. The grounds are carved out of the jungle, with lots of lush vegetation and local wildlife. The resort really prides itself on supporting habitat for birds, iguanas and the local coati. The staff, food and service are excellent and the evening entertainment is pro. — Tammy McKay, Maritime Travel agent and branch manager, Kentville, NS

INSIDE LOOK

To get a good overview of this vast, well-laid-out property, take the free bike tour they offer each morning.

Accommodations:

540 rooms in 14 low-rise buildings

Silver Junior Suite King Silver Club:

Air-conditioning, ceiling fan, 1 king bed, full bathroom with whirlpool, bathrobes & slippers, hairdryer, iron, in-room safe, Wifi, living area, coffee/tea-maker, beach towels in room, mini-bar, satellite TV, iDock, balcony or terrace

What’s included:

Buffet breakfast and lunch, unlimited a la carte dinners, 24-hour room service, unlimited domestic and premium-brand drinks, daily activities program, non-motorized water sports, fitness center, ball courts, turtle adoption program, aerobics, Spanish lessons, dance lessons, Scuba lesson in the pool, live entertainment

Little extras ($):

Scuba diving, motorized water sports, spa services, medical services, gift shop, car rental, laundry service.