🌴🌴 BAHIA PRINCIPE LUXURY AKUMAL *UPDATED* FULL TOUR

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  • Опубліковано 25 лис 2024

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  • @WherewegoingNext
    @WherewegoingNext  Рік тому +6

    This week's video is an updated tour of Bahia Principe Luxury Akumal. We toured this resort a few years ago, so it was nice to be back. Lot's to offer here, let us know if you have any questions. We didn't get to visit as many a la carte restaurants as we would have liked, so let us know in the comments if you visited and how it was!

    • @perdafish3954
      @perdafish3954 Рік тому

      How would you compare this resort to the Barcelo Maya Grand Palace and the Iberostar Paraiso Lindo? Looking to book for this summer, and both the Bahia Akumal and Tulumn are a tad bit cheaper than the Barcelo and Iberostar. Is there a big difference? We have been at the Palace and loved it!

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  Рік тому

      We’ve never been to Iberostar, but I would say the Akumal and the Maya Palace are very similar with regards to food and rooms. Akumal has a much better beach area and I would say better entertainment as well. It all depends on what you prioritize in a vacation.

    • @garymulviel9948
      @garymulviel9948 Рік тому

      Did u stay in a junior suite superior ocean front room? Just wondered what they were like? Great video

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  Рік тому +1

      @garymulviel9948 here’s the room tour we did: ua-cam.com/video/diqFegUw4QE/v-deo.htmlsi=RqTa6NUfGSdfy1Tu

    • @garymulviel9948
      @garymulviel9948 Рік тому

      @@WherewegoingNext thanks for that looks brill..I think I've seen that video lol..is there any difference in junior suite and junior suite superior? Thanks again

  • @jasonfernee6395
    @jasonfernee6395 2 місяці тому +3

    Thank you so much for this review. We are travelling from the UK to this resort, and was helped massively by your review. Keep up the good work.

  • @DarleneDion
    @DarleneDion 8 місяців тому +1

    Such a Beautiful Place. Stayed there a few years ago. Hope to return soon. Thanks for the great memories.

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  8 місяців тому

      Thanks for watching! We’ve been here multiple times as well!

  • @chrisp2249
    @chrisp2249 Місяць тому +1

    Wow lots of great reviews in comment section. Great video too.
    Going here for Xmas with the family.
    Experiences last a lifetime. Kids won’t be young forever. We all have a blast in Mexico.
    Cheers

  • @papawgotagopro
    @papawgotagopro Рік тому +7

    Another fantastic production, thanks for your hard work. We’re headed back to Bahia in a few weeks. I sure wish I could travel as often as you get to. Keep up the great work!
    Jeff (Papaw)

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  Рік тому

      Thanks Jeff 🙏🏻😊 hope you have an amazing trip!!

  • @alecpramhus9656
    @alecpramhus9656 Рік тому +2

    We just got back and can't wait to go again. thanks for this video to remind us of the great times

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  Рік тому

      Thanks for watching! Glad to hear you had a great time!

  • @melhockley7553
    @melhockley7553 Рік тому +2

    Thanks for this update,,, we flying tomorrow to this beautiful Hotel,,, Can’t wait 🌏

  • @harrybond9282
    @harrybond9282 Рік тому +1

    Awsome video with detailed but necessary information. Hope you had wonderful Holiday there . How about vegetarian food variety

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  Рік тому

      Thank you! They have lots of vegetarian options - you can check out our buffet tour to see more 👍🏻

  • @ChrisR57
    @ChrisR57 Рік тому +1

    Loved the video, brought back some great memories of the Bahia Principe resorts.

  • @williamroom6482
    @williamroom6482 Рік тому +2

    Los Corales was our favourite when we went in 2021, the steaks were amazing

  • @cmartin68137
    @cmartin68137 Рік тому +1

    I went here last summer. It was pretty cool. It was before all the extra renovvation and stuff like tulum.

  • @luvablesweetnsassy
    @luvablesweetnsassy Рік тому +1

    Great update video thanks!

  • @gucciqueen8052
    @gucciqueen8052 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for the video. I can't wait to be there in March 🥰

  • @jennycarew
    @jennycarew Рік тому

    We’re going Feb 18th! Awesome video, thanks for sharing!

  • @peggy-ann1961
    @peggy-ann1961 Рік тому

    Great video! I was so “ homesick “ watching it! We are hoping to get back to Bahia Principe next winter. We usually stay at Sian Kaan but thought a change would be nice, so will choose Akumal this time. We did stay at Akumal way back in 2002, our first BP visit. We’ve stayed at other resorts in the Maya but to us none compare to BP, 🇨🇦🌴

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  Рік тому +1

      Agreed! And BP is only getting better, with an increased focus on entertainment and customer service 👍🏻

  • @dianebeauchamp5949
    @dianebeauchamp5949 Рік тому +1

    ❤merci pour cette belle vidéo

  • @evanblotsky6460
    @evanblotsky6460 Рік тому

    Great tour!
    Have you ever seen anyone fishing from the beach? I enjoy beach fishing on my vacations, I bring my own travel rod, and would like to get out and fish during my stay. Thanks!

  • @sandyfranklin552
    @sandyfranklin552 Рік тому +1

    Hello, I was wondering if the beach area for Sian can be used by akumal? And is the beach bar with swings for people at Akumal? I seen a brief picture of foam beach beds on the beach , can those be used by people at Akumal? Thanks again for answering my questions

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  Рік тому +1

      No, the Sian Ka’an area cannot be used by Akumal guests. Yes, the beach bar with swings is on the Akumal beach 👍🏻 not sure which beach beds you saw, but yes there are some by one of the Akumal pools 👍🏻

  • @ruthkadolph4419
    @ruthkadolph4419 Рік тому +1

    Just back from a week at Bahia Principe Luxury Akumal -- satisfied overall -- however, it was disappointing to find some of Akumal's lobby-area amenities unavailable (CLOSED for renovations) : Bahia Spa; Buffet Riviera; Arlequin restaurant, Pool restaurant -- luckily there were other (spas and) buffets (accessible with our wristlets) within a reasonable walking distance -- otherwise we just hopped on a 'shuttle' to the other hotels.

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  Рік тому

      It’s too bad you went during renovations! But glad you still had a good time 👍🏻

  • @johnfirth5298
    @johnfirth5298 26 днів тому +1

    Just booked this hotel for early May 2025. Coming from the uk

  • @disha.m123
    @disha.m123 Рік тому

    Great video! Do you know how much the spa treatments cost? :)

  • @normatorres6928
    @normatorres6928 Рік тому

    I really like how you described everything... well done! I got a question... out of the Bahia Principe resorts, which one do you recommend for 2 adults, quiet, relaxing... I see the adults only section on Akumal has loud music (not what we are looking for), Thank you again for a great video!

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  Рік тому

      If you don’t mind being farther from the beach, Sian Ka’an is a good option for a relaxing vacation. The other 3 - Akumal, Tulum, and Coba are very family oriented, but they do have quiet pools to relax at.

  • @ivygaudet1775
    @ivygaudet1775 Рік тому

    We leave on Apr 10. Great video. Can anyone recommend a particular building room #s where you would have a great view of pools or beach. I'm thinking that some would be better than others, Thanks

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  Рік тому

      Not sure, sorry - but you can ask at check in.

    • @IvyGaudet
      @IvyGaudet Рік тому +1

      @Where we going Next? thank you

  • @sherikrause4465
    @sherikrause4465 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for the video! We are going mid March. Do they have 24 hour room service?

  • @alucard8008
    @alucard8008 10 місяців тому

    How did you like going back a second time to this resort?
    I am going again with my family. Have mixed feeling since had some issues with friends of the family the first time, which didn't make it so memorable for me. I have been watching videos to try to get me amped up, but not really working...

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  10 місяців тому +1

      It was better than the previous times for sure - they are really working on their customer service. Hopefully you won’t have any issues this time! Enjoy!

  • @stevenschindler8342
    @stevenschindler8342 8 місяців тому

    Great video you guys. Please tell me this. I have knee issues and going up and down stairs is a problem wirh me. Does this resort have facilities in place (ramps? golf carts etc) to help me get everywhere I might want to go? (is. from room to restaurants, beach, pool etc..) Also, Do villasb82 & 83 have elevators? Thanks so much h, Steve S.
    😊

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  8 місяців тому

      Hi Steve! I don’t think they have elevators 🤔 they do however, have accessible rooms on the main floors of all the villas. Yes, there are also ramps going into all the main areas and golf carts that take you around the whole resort 👍🏻

  • @petersampson5202
    @petersampson5202 Рік тому +2

    DEAR WHERE WE GOING NEXT,
    HAPPY NEW YEAR. 🎅
    GOD BLESS YOU MY FRIENDS. I AM VERY PROUD OF YOU AND VERY HAPPY FOR YOU. I HOPE ALL OF YOUR DREAMS COME TRUE. I HOPE YOU HAD THE BEST AND HAPPIEST CHRISTMAS OF YOUR ENTIRE LIFE. I LOVE YOU. I LOVE MR. ESPARZA AND ALL OF MY BEAUTIFUL FRIENDS. 🙏
    SINCERELY PETER

  • @prachivetdoc
    @prachivetdoc Рік тому

    Awesome video.. quick question...the sports Bar is free for Akumal as well right? For food and drinks

  • @canadafragrancereviewerdia9119
    @canadafragrancereviewerdia9119 11 місяців тому

    Is there no lobby bar in this resort? Kind of a must for my sons who are wanting to go. Please let me know is
    this good for young people that are single.

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  11 місяців тому

      No lobby bar, but there’s a sports bar just off the lobby. Out of all the Bahias in that complex, Akumal is the most “singles” appropriate. There’s also an adults-only section of the hotel.

  • @Pointeek
    @Pointeek Рік тому

    Hi! The beach bars you mentioned are also part from "all included"? Thanks

  • @ill-fatedgamer
    @ill-fatedgamer 7 місяців тому

    Great in-depth reviews has helped me lots but I have a question, why do you think everything is little ? You always describe everything as being little even things that are huge. I'm so confused as to why.

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  7 місяців тому +1

      Just one of Drew’s idiosyncrasies 🤷🏼‍♀️

  • @michaelcook3940
    @michaelcook3940 Рік тому +1

    Going to this resort in early Feb, thank you for the updated video. Do you still have to use the application to reserve everything ?

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for watching! Yes, most reservations are done through the app 👍🏻

  • @bethanyking9071
    @bethanyking9071 Рік тому

    Hiya, love this video! We go in September. I was just wondering, I was told there is a 24hr food bar for like pizza etc is that still there? And by staying at luxury Akumal which of the other hotels are we able to visit? Thank you 😊

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  Рік тому +1

      Yes, there still is a 24 snack bar 👍🏻 you have access to Tulum and Coba, expect for their buffets.

  • @julswilliams6755
    @julswilliams6755 Рік тому

    Are the cocktails included? i read online that premium drinks are an extra cost on their website. we’re going in september and trying to figure out as much info as possible

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  Рік тому +1

      Yes cocktails are included! They have a good variety of liquor that’s included- plus they have an additional menu that you can choose to pay extra for.. for example special wines, whiskeys, tequilas, etc.

  • @aerosnipes1522
    @aerosnipes1522 14 днів тому

    Can you go to the infinity pool and be in the adults only area without booking adults only?

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  13 днів тому

      Yes you can! You just have to be an adult 👍🏻

  • @irubio016
    @irubio016 Рік тому

    Thank you so much. Very informative. Do they have any nightclubs in any of the properies?

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  Рік тому +1

      Glad you enjoyed! Yes, there is a disco at the Bahia village that is open to anyone staying at either of the Bahia hotels in the complex. It wasn’t open when we were there, but hopefully it is now 🤷🏼‍♀️

  • @maljones5207
    @maljones5207 Рік тому +1

    Fab holiday great staff sad to leave after 2 wks a Great family break spoiied rotten what a way to enjoy our 50th wedding Anniversary would go back tomorrow being ex Royal Navy I went all over the World this place Talum was the best Oct 2023 Wii stay with us as special

  • @TheYeltz
    @TheYeltz Рік тому

    Cant decide between here or tulam. 2 adults and a 4 year old who loves swimming and dancing... which do you think would be best??

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  Рік тому

      Tulum! They have an amazing kids area 👌🏻

    • @TheYeltz
      @TheYeltz Рік тому

      @WherewegoingNext thank you... if it was not for the kids area which hotel would you say is the best

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  Рік тому

      If you’re strictly beach people, I would say Akumal bc they have a bit of a better beach - otherwise, Tulum is better.. the resort and rooms are newer and the restaurants are excellent 👌🏻

  • @nunoneves4796
    @nunoneves4796 Рік тому

    Can we enjoy the pools and services at the other Tulum and Coba hotels?

  • @natalyortiz6502
    @natalyortiz6502 Рік тому

    Hi, what do you think is better and why ?Grand Tulum club premium superior Ocean front or luxury Akumal Club jr suite Superior? Thanks

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  Рік тому +1

      The Tulum room will be newer and nicer, with an ocean view

  • @elizabethgomez754
    @elizabethgomez754 Рік тому

    This is fantasty bahía príncipe luxury

  • @deandestroy007
    @deandestroy007 Рік тому

    I stayed in riu yutacan is as nice here ..also is the seaweed bad there

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  Рік тому +1

      Yes, we loved the Akumal. No seaweed when we went in October, but it’s seasonal.. so there’s more in the spring/summer months.

  • @garybuseyconspiracy1280
    @garybuseyconspiracy1280 Рік тому

    I've heard references to preferred club but I didn't think Bahia Principe had a tiered guest program other than the lobby you book in too, is this correct? It really annoys me when hotels have a preferred status but don't publish it anywhere before hand

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  Рік тому +1

      The preferred club is more like a time share program - you can talk to one of the representatives in the main lobby if you’re interested

  • @briandippel8435
    @briandippel8435 Рік тому +1

    Free holiday. I wonder what he will say?

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  Рік тому +1

      We were not paid to say that we liked it. We just give information so you can make an informed decision.

  • @-ARMD-
    @-ARMD- Рік тому

    do you think beginning of July is good idea to travel?

  • @laurieperrone7043
    @laurieperrone7043 Рік тому

    Can we walk around with our drinks and bring some to our room?

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  Рік тому

      Yes 👍🏻

    • @laurieperrone7043
      @laurieperrone7043 Рік тому

      Thank you, one more question, we have friends staying in the swim up rooms and we are in the adult section. How far away are we to each other? Is it walkable?

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  Рік тому

      @laurieperrone7043 yes it is 👍🏻

  • @meganmueller6140
    @meganmueller6140 Рік тому

    Can you only use the adults only pool if you are staying in the adult only villa?

  • @waitwhat1990
    @waitwhat1990 Рік тому

    What month did you go? Not too much sargassum?

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  Рік тому +1

      We went in October, 2022 - no not too much sargassum at the time.

  • @catalinaacevedo9397
    @catalinaacevedo9397 Рік тому

    Do you you recommend more the coba or akumal? :)

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  Рік тому

      It depends - if you have smaller kids, I feel like Coba would be better bc of the splash pad. Otherwise, Akumal is great bc it’s right on the beach and you can still visit Coba and Tulum 👍🏻

  • @LoganMarlaire
    @LoganMarlaire Рік тому

    When it comes to All Inclusive. Are you able to eat at any of the 7 restaurants for free?

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  Рік тому

      Yes they are all free - but depending on how long you’re staying, you might have a limit to how many you can book.

    • @Mary-qq5sz
      @Mary-qq5sz 10 місяців тому

      @@WherewegoingNextcan you please tell me what the limits are? I thought it was possible every night…

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  10 місяців тому

      @Mary-qq5sz it looks like their rules changed! As of November 2023 - October 2024, you can dine at any of the ala cartes as many times a week as you’d like (unlimited). You can book at reception or through their app when you get to the resort 👍🏻 you can check their website to see the all restaurants available 👍🏻

  • @phyliciaobrien6446
    @phyliciaobrien6446 Рік тому

    I’m staying at grand tulum, am I still able to visit the other resorts?

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  Рік тому +1

      Just Coba 👍🏻

    • @mariuszpartyka7522
      @mariuszpartyka7522 23 дні тому

      @@WherewegoingNext So if you are staying at Akumal you can use both Tulum and Coba but if staying at Tulum then Akumal is off limits for you and you can only use Coba? I thought that Tulum and Akumal are considered equal. Could you clarify this please? I was thinking about booking either Akumal or Tulum as the last year their prices were very similar (this year though Akumal is more expensive) I was edging towards Tulum as their main pool seems to be bigger (we are pool people) but if with Tulum you cannot use the Akumal facilities I would rather book Akumal and then use Tulum pool if when we feel like it.

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  23 дні тому

      @mariuszpartyka7522 you were correct - Akumal is classified as “luxury” and Tulum is a “grand” resort, so luxury can visit Tulum and Coba, but Tulum can only visit Coba, which is also a “grand” hotel.

  • @achervoniy
    @achervoniy 6 місяців тому

    What is the difference between Akumal and Coba? I thought Coba is better and have a nicer beach , no?😊

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  6 місяців тому +1

      Coba is not located on the beach - they have a section on the beach with a bar, but it’s a 5-10 minute golf cart ride away. Coba is more family oriented with lots of water areas for the kiddos, whereas Akumal is more adult- focused with an adults only section. I would say the Akumal beach area is nicer and larger as well. Akumal is a “luxury” category hotel, whereas Coba is a “grand”.. so Akumal can visit Coba and use the facilities there, but Coba cannot visit Akumal. Hope that helps.

  • @madhur1879
    @madhur1879 Рік тому

    Do the sofa in your room turns into a bed?

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  Рік тому

      Not sure - I think some rooms so and some don’t.. but u can ask at checkin for an extra pullout bed 👍🏻

  • @briannwo1900
    @briannwo1900 Рік тому

    Don’t they have waiters bringing drinks at the beach and pool ?

  • @PatsVacation
    @PatsVacation Рік тому

    Akumel or Coba which would you choose

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  Рік тому

      Akumal, if you like the beach and spend most of your time there. Coba if you prefer a pool and are on more of a budget 👍🏻 they’re both great 🙌🏻🙌🏻

  • @johnrambo4245
    @johnrambo4245 Рік тому

    Which one is better, here or Riu Playacar?
    The Bahia Akumal is around £300 cheaper than the Riu

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  Рік тому

      We prefer the Akumal 👍🏻

    • @mariuszpartyka7522
      @mariuszpartyka7522 23 дні тому

      @@WherewegoingNext How does the food in those 2 compare? I was also thinking about RIU Playacar - what we'll book depends on availability at the time when we'll be doing our booking - due to certain circumstances this time we won't be able to book well in advance so beforehand we are looking into different hotels to be able to make a decision quickly when we we are ready.

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  23 дні тому

      @mariuszpartyka7522 the food quality is very similar at both Bahia and Riu. I would say, however that the Bahia complex has a ton more a-la carte restaurants to choose from and they are all quite good.

    • @mariuszpartyka7522
      @mariuszpartyka7522 23 дні тому +1

      @@WherewegoingNext Thank you.

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  23 дні тому

      @mariuszpartyka7522 you’re welcome ☺️

  • @MarkBaird72
    @MarkBaird72 Рік тому

    I was told that even if you did not book an adults only room you still had access to adults only pool as long as you had no kids. This was directly from the hotel. Can any one confirm.

  • @aneyaj697
    @aneyaj697 5 місяців тому

    Comparing the Akumal, Coba and Tulum, which one do you recommend for two young adults in regards to the most inclusivity and first international trip alone? (Two sisters)

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  5 місяців тому

      We recommend Akumal! It has so much to offer - plus you have access to the other two resorts as well 👍🏻 it also has the best beach out of the three

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  2 місяці тому

      @Supreme-m7m thanks for sharing

  • @stephanelachapelle4350
    @stephanelachapelle4350 Рік тому +1

    2 questions:
    1. If we are not staying in the adults only section, do we still have access to the adults only pool and beach section? We are adults of course 😊
    2. Can we eat at the other buffets (Sian Kaan, Tulum and Coba) or just Akumal?

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  Рік тому

      1. Yes, you can access the adults-only areas if you are an adult, even if not staying in that section 👍🏻
      2. No, you have access to Tulum and Coba - except for their buffets.

    • @janesdresser8843
      @janesdresser8843 Рік тому +1

      We stayed in the adults section last September, we used all the buffets at all the hotels, we loved getting about ❤

    • @laurieperrone7043
      @laurieperrone7043 Рік тому

      @@janesdresser8843 Can you tell me how far it is from the adult section to the main section where the buffet is? Is it walkable? thanks

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  Рік тому

      It’s about 5-10 minutes to walk depending on how fast you go .. definitely walkable

    • @minhl2878
      @minhl2878 Рік тому

      @@WherewegoingNext Does that mean you can access Tulum and Coba restaurants but not their buffets?

  • @Boys5683
    @Boys5683 Рік тому

    No clubs or discos ?

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  Рік тому

      They have a disco in the Bahia Village at the front of the complex… just not sure if it has reopened yet 🤷🏼‍♀️

  • @Dee-ce1qm
    @Dee-ce1qm Рік тому

    I want a review by someone with children. I don't need to see all about the party bars. I want to know what it has for family's

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  Рік тому +1

      We do our best to highlight all the kids activities- but we don’t have kids so can’t actually tell you what it’s like to vacation with them…

    • @irubio016
      @irubio016 Рік тому

      I personally liked that you did review the evening activities with no kids. So thank you!

    • @WherewegoingNext
      @WherewegoingNext  Рік тому +2

      Thanks for saying that! 😊

  • @helen-mariemcdonough5701
    @helen-mariemcdonough5701 Рік тому +2

    Only adults staying at Luxury Akumal can visit adult only Sian Ka’an

  • @SaraSummer
    @SaraSummer Рік тому

    I think it’s ridiculous that you have to pay for shows, it’s meant to be all inclusive and If you want to see any good shows you have to pay. Never experienced this at any other resort. Stupid