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BlueBay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive

4.0 star property

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Relax by the serene pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.
Enjoy ocean views from the resort's balconies, surrounded by palm trees and a sailboat on the water.
Two double beds with brown bed skirts and white linens, set in a neutral-toned room with beige curtains and a patterned headboard.
Relax under a shaded pergola, surrounded by lush greenery and comfortable seating for dining or socializing.
Experience a serene atmosphere amidst lush surroundings and natural light.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • All-inclusive
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping

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Carretera Federal Chetumal, Puerto Juarez Km. 300, Playa del Carmen, QROO, 77710
  • El Camaleón Mayakoba Golf Course
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Tres Rios Ecopark
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Maroma Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Cancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub (Emerald)

Relax in comfort with a large bed, ceiling fan, and wall-mounted artwork.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub (Emerald)

  • 64 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, Pool Access, Garden View (Emerald)

Relax by the pool, surrounded by palm trees and a tiled pattern, with lounge chairs and a shaded area.

Suite, Pool Access, Garden View (Emerald)

  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Partial Ocean View

Two beds with patterned bedspreads, a desk, and a mirror create a comfortable space.

Deluxe Room, Partial Ocean View

  • 35 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Ocean View

Relax in a serene space with a large bed, wooden nightstand, and a chair by the window.

Deluxe Room, Ocean View

  • 35 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Garden View

Relax in comfort with a large bed, desk, and window offering a view of palm trees and a building.

Deluxe Room, Garden View

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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About this property

BlueBay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive

Family fun on the beach, with 3 outdoor pools, near El Camaleón Mayakoba Golf Course
At BlueBay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive, spend the day on the beach where you can enjoy sailing. Then return for a meal at one of the property's 5 restaurants.
BlueBay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive offers 979 accommodations with free minibar items and safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. LCD televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Playa del Carmen property provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include outdoor tennis courts, a hot tub, and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at BlueBay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive. During your stay, you'll be close to El Camaleón Mayakoba Golf Course. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus 3 outdoor pools.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Options for a bite to eat or a refreshing drink include 5 restaurants, a coffee shop, a poolside bar, and 4 bars/lounges
  • Take a swim in the 3 outdoor pools or soak in the hot tub
  • Indulge with facials, manicures and pedicures, or reflexology at BlueBay Spa
  • Services include babysitting, a free kid's club, and dry cleaning/laundry
  • Onsite recreation includes 2 outdoor tennis courts, a gym, and fitness classes
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the clean accommodations
  • 7 minutes by car from El Camaleón Mayakoba Golf Course and 9 minutes from Gran Coyote Golf
BlueBay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive is an all-inclusive property. Room rates include meals and beverages at onsite restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

BlueBay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive offers its guests 3 outdoor swimming pools, outdoor tennis courts, a hot tub, and a fitness center. There are 5 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 4 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There are 3 meeting rooms available. A children's pool, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at the family-friendly BlueBay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Playa del Carmen property.

BlueBay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive has 5 restaurants serving breakfast only.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

All-inclusive details

This property is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks, and beverages included
24-hour room service (limited menu)
In-room minibar (all beverages included)

Activities and facilities/equipment

All onsite activities and use of facilities and equipment are included.

Water activities

Kayaking
Snorkeling
Windsurfing

Land activities

Fitness facilities
Tennis
Volleyball

Lessons/classes/games

Aerobics
Dancing
Water fitness

Entertainment

Onsite entertainment and activities
Onsite live performances
Theme parties

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 4 bars/lounges
  • 5 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Free children's club
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Kayaking
  • Personal motorised watercraft
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Sailing
  • Shopping
  • Volleyball
  • Windsurfing
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 4 floors
  • 8 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2006
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at BlueBay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the property before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Bay Blue Grand Esmeralda
Blue Bay All Inclusive
Blue Bay Esmeralda Grand
Blue Bay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive Playa del Carmen
Blue Bay Grand Esmeralda Playa del Carmen
Blue Grand
Blue Grand Bay Esmeralda
Esmeralda Blue Bay
Grand Blue Bay Esmeralda
Grand Esmeralda Blue Bay
Blue Bay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive All-inclusive property
Blue Bay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive
BlueBay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive Playa del Carmen
BlueBay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive All-inclusive property

BlueBay Grand Esmeralda All Inclusive Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 308 out of 1229 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 262 out of 1229 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 271 out of 1229 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 178 out of 1229 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 210 out of 1229 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Chad

Sucked
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sean MJ

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The Esmeralda is a great property. Been going there for about 6 years now. Food options, beach access, pools, quiet, service is incredible. Shows are fun. It's been evident they have updated property with new coffee bar, golf cart bus service, new shows & events. The pool side chair lounger availability is still an issue. People wake at 6am to save loungers. Seems every year they have less available which causes issues amongst the guests. The tennis court if fun but definitely needs repaired.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Silvia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellente servicio la comida super deliciosa el menu muy variado los meseros super amables y atentos
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jamie raye

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
The property itself is dated, but nice. Don't expect 5 star accomodations or top tier hotel looks because it's not that. But, it is clean, peaceful, fun, relaxed and the Staff are all really friendly and hospitable. Go to relax and have a good time. Also, loved the food.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

EMIRA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Sean Anthony

The staff was friendly and helpful the hotel was in disrepair. I had no hot water in my room and the lights kept going out. Not enough chairs around the pool and the beach. Long waits to get into the restaurants to mediocre food. Very little choice and lots of carbohydrates. Were it not for the friendly staff I would give this place a one out of ten.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darryl

N/A
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Maria

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
The beach is very small, not enough beach chais and a lot of them broken and it needs a lot of updates
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Blue Bay Grand Esmeralda had multiple options for dining keeping it varied throughout your stay. Drinks were plentiful and varied as well too which made hanging out by the pools, beach, and bars enjoyable. Housekeeping was also prompt and left the room tidy every time you came back from an activity, an excursion outside the resort, or when getting back from breakfast. The resort was also very walkable from your hotel room to the beach, pools, lobby, or the various restaurants. Each day and night different shows, activities, fairs, and parties were hosted. It made every night fun and different when staying at the resort. Overall, I'll definitely be coming back to this resort the next time I'll be going to Playa Del Carmen.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Taylor Cheyenne

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I have been to a few all inclusives from a 3-5 star. Im not one to have high expectations when i am going. I go for the sun and relaxation. The rooms are a bit older and dated but this did not affect our stay at all. We are rarely even in the room. I found the beds to be too hard but my friend thought they were fine. Again a preference thing and i am picky with beds so i don't hold that against any place. Room was cleaned daily and we were left fresh towels ever day and fridge stocked every day. Food was all inclusive food. Could always find something at the buffets and never got sick. The staff in the buffets worked very hard and were always so friendly. The a la cartes were decent. We really enjoyed the french. But they were all good and a nice break from the buffets. We had no issues gettinf reservations and uses the app and it was super easy. The beach is probably the one thing id complain about. The is alot of seagrass which makea the water look dirty and smelly. But that is mother nature and nothinf the resort can do about. They were always on top of cleaning it off the beach. We were very impressed withbhow clean the resorts surroundings were. It was a beautiful property. We always saw people working hard and cleaning. The pool was also very clean. I know a ton of people complained about the chair situation. There is a very limited amount of chairs but we would find one between 7-830am daily. For the price we wouls go back for sure. STAFF, POOL AND SUN.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Sally

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It did not look like the pictures on the website
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

It was ok not great

The patio door was broken so it never locked and it was next to the hallway which anyone could have broken in the front door also was kind of hanging off the hands anyone could break an easily the food was okay, the resort was beautiful
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful!!!! Amazing location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Thomas

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Absolutely do not stay here

I cannot stress enough how terrible my experience was at this hotel. During my stay, a personal item was stolen directly from my room. When I reported it to the hotel staff, their response was shockingly unprofessional and indifferent. They offered no meaningful assistance, took no accountability, and showed little concern for the seriousness of the situation. To make matters worse, I later learned that other guests had also experienced thefts during the same time. Clearly, this is not an isolated incident but part of a larger security issue that the hotel is either unwilling or incapable of addressing. The property itself is in poor condition — outdated, worn down, and poorly maintained. Cleanliness was questionable at best, and the overall environment felt neglected. The food was mediocre, which would’ve been tolerable if everything else wasn’t such a disaster. Unfortunately, it just added to the overall disappointment. I would not recommend this hotel to anyone, under any circumstance. The lack of safety, poor management, and overall decline of the property make it a place to avoid at all costs.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jal

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, well maintained. Good restaurants, important to download the app right at the beginning of vacation to book a la cart. Very helpful staff.Clean beach and swimming pool made our vacation memorable.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angèle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort and the food were perfect. But just the playa was not beautiful.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Younes

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel James

Travelled with partner
The food at the buffet was rarely hot, so people waited for fresh trays to be brought out and then swarmed like vultures to empty it in a matter of seconds, Ignoring the queues and just pushing their way through. You can try the restaurants for a break from the hoards but the food despite being plated and brought to you must avoid seeing heat. I lost my wrist band on day 1. I was close enough to the lobby to pop in and ask them what the cost is if I can't find it. I was told $60 but was then threatened to be detained if I left the lobby to go and look on my own, furious that this was the case considering I had brought this to their attention I asked how I was to look. The concierge called security to come and escort me around, I checked in every few minutes as to where the security was and after 20 minutes of waiting this young lad appeared with a torch, yes, a torch, because this all took so long the sun had now gone down and he resort was dark! Thankfully after looking around the pool with his torch we found the wristband floating at the edge. I took this back to reception and it appeared they had not put the band on correctly! No apology for making me wait, or threatening me, nothing. Just told that this one shouldn't fall off. The carts are useless. Once we were packed and waiting by the stop to be picked up with or luggage it took 35 minutes for a cart to collect us. 4 drove past and just shouted 'no luggages' we had a small carry on. I have run out of room for more.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Kerry Lynn

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved seeing the Coati's and cats. Staff in restaurant and bars were amazing. I wasn't happy with my first room - they moved me right away.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Lilybeth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Expecting more on mexican food. Not much option.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa Anne

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Your transportation is awful couldn't get a ride to or from any restaurant. Couldn't book one of the special restaurants out of 7 days zero were available room was fine at first glance but then tried to take a shower and found other people's hair in it the bathtub is cracked felt like it was going to fall through the next floor
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff! Super friendly and helpful! Great food selection. Lots of activities for all ages! Overall and amazing vacation
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

David

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Horrible. Horrible on every level.

8/10 Good

Vicki

Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Lilian John

Travelled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
this place lacks professional front desk workers. they barely speak any English. u cannot communicate any issues. not enough staff to work the front desk nor to answer the phone. Very poor, aggravating and disrespectful attitude from one particular staff, Alejandro, at the concierge desk. we were extremely stressed out due to being locked out of our safe, the staff were not answering the phone. no choice then but to get down to the lobby ourselves to address the problem. we were directed to speak to a staff member at the concierge, Alejandro. Alejandro had a very passive aggressive attitude and a smile on his face the whole time, while we were very upset and pressed with time as we needed to depart to the airport w/in 30 minutes. he very slowly picked up the phone & asked for security to go to the room and fix the safe. we kept asking how soon will they get to the room, & he just kept smiling, saying he does not know. He did not even bother to call to find out. he then had the audacity to tell us that it was our fault that we were locked out of the safe. when we asked to speak to a supervisor, they would not let us speak to one. while dealing with another problem earlier in the week, all that the front desk staff cared about was if we put a review on regarding that situation. the rooms are very old, beds uncomfortable, shower & both sinks we clogged, rusted mirror, no drain covers, electric sockets dont work. Garden view? disgusting- just a forest of trees. never going back
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

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