Romantic All-Inclusive: Iberostar Paraiso Lindo
by Paris Permenter & John Bigley

photo gallery of Iberostar Paraiso Lindo

Couples in search of a five star all-inclusive have an alluring choice among Iberostar's offerings on the Riviera Maya: Iberostar Paraiso Lindo. The resort lies adjacent to three sister properties. Located nine miles from Playa del Carmen, the addition to the Iberostar's Mexico properties offers luxury in an all-inclusive package.

Who’s There?

Couples, singles, and families are welcome at this property (which is also especially popular with groups thanks to an extensive convention center. Don't worry about suits and ties running through the lobby, though; the convention center is a separate facility and doesn't interfere with the relaxed atmosphere of the resort.) Couples with a short three- or four-night stay will find the resort convenient for Cancun air connections, just 24 miles away.

Traveling with kids but want to get in some romantic time as well? Lucy's Miniclub, a supervised kids' club, makes the resort popular with families with children ages 4-12. The club includes a variety of activities as well as a dedicated children's pool. A wave pool, the first on the Riviera Maya, also makes the resort tops with families.

To maintain an exclusive feel to the resort, guests at Iberostar Paraiso Lindo have full use of the facilities, from shows to pools to restaurants, at the neighboring Iberostar resorts (as well as Iberostar properties near Tulum and on Cozumel); however, guests at Iberostar Paraiso del Mar and Iberostar Paraiso Beach do not have use of the Paraiso Lindo facilities. The resort was recently joined by another upscale all-inclusive, the all-suites Iberostar Paraiso Maya, located adjacent to Paraiso Lindo.

Accommodations

The 446-room all-inclusive resort includes two presidential suites and 62 junior suites, many with whirlpool tubs on private balconies. All rooms are located in three-story, bungalow-style buildings in warm tropical colors.

Each guest room includes a terrace, minibar, marble bathroom with hairdryer, satellite TV, coffee maker, and direct-dial telephone. Rooms are oversized and spacious, with tile floors, ceiling fans, and a décor in muted tropical tones.

Public Areas

Expansive public areas are joined by walkways lined with fountains, the hallmark of the Iberostar's Caribbean resorts. The property remains uncrowded even during peak weeks thanks to large lobbies and extensive restaurant, bar, and swimming facilities. Each room block is also home to its own courtyard.

The resort includes five adult swimming pools, a dedicated children's pool, and a popular wave pool. Nearby, the large Playa de Paraiso or Paradise Beach is used by the resort and its sister properties; numerous palapas (including massage palapas) and beach bars keep guests happy.

All pool and beach facilities, along with aerobic classes, basketball, table tennis, lighted tennis courts, volleyball, windsurfing, Hobie Cat sailing and kayaks are included in the all-inclusive package. Guests may also opt for motorized watersports at an additional charge; the PADI Dressel Scuba Dive Center is also available for guests

In the evening, Iberostar Paraiso Lindo offers a nightly show in an open-air theater; shows range from musical revues to traditional dances. A separate, early show is performed for the resort's youngest visitors. Couples may also attend shows at the adjacent Iberostar properties.

Dining

The all-inclusive package offers alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks throughout the day as well as dining at the resort's five a la carte restaurants including a steakhouse and fondue restaurant, Italian eatery, Cajun restaurant, and fine dining restaurant, as well as a buffet. Guests may also make reservations for any of the 11 restaurants within the complex. Twenty-four hour room service is also available from a limited menu.

Service

Service at the hotel is friendly and efficient. A concierge located in each room block helps attend to everything from lost and found to dinner reservations; a lobby desk can assist with other arrangements as well as tours. A car rental desk is also available for clients who would like to explore on their own. Other services include currency exchange, baby sitting, and a shopping shuttle into Playa del Carmen.

Weddings

A wedding package is offered for eight person; vow renewal packages are also available. Weddings may be held in the pyramid near the wave pool as well as other locations on property including a wedding gazebo.

Local address: Carretera Chetumal, Puerto Juarez
US Reservations Office: (888) 923-2722
Year Opened: 2003
Web site: www.iberostar.com
Reservations: (888) 923-2722 or 0052 984 8772800