Palafitos Overwater Bungalows

Hotel Highlights

• The only overwater bungalows in the Mexican Caribbean

• Glass floors in every bungalow for marine life viewing

• Private plunge pools overlooking the sea

• Wooden staircase leading directly into the ocean

• Butler service included

• More Inclusive™ perks like WaveRunner rides, catamaran trips, and water park access

Location

• Situated on Maroma Beach, regularly named one of the world’s best beaches

• 30 minutes’ drive from Cancun International Airport

• 10 minutes’ drive to Playa del Carmen’s Fifth Avenue for shopping and nightlife

• Beach access directly beneath the bungalows

Rooms

Choose from Overwater Bungalows, Palafito Elite for extra privacy, or the two-bedroom Presidential suite. All include glass floors, private plunge pools, outdoor showers, king-size beds, Nespresso machines, minibars stocked with bubbly, snorkelling gear, butler service, and terraces with sea access. The Presidential suite adds a full kitchen, two indoor hot tubs, a 55” Smart TV, private chef, and dedicated waiter service.

• Glass floors for marine life views

• Private plunge pool on your terrace

• Outdoor shower

• Beach kit with bag and cap included

• Butler service with all rooms

• Presidential suite extras: private chef, indoor hot tubs, 24-hour room service

Food & Drinks

• Overwater Grill & Wine Bar: Exclusive to Palafitos guests, fine dining over the Caribbean Sea

• Access to El Dorado Maroma resort’s restaurants:

  • Lima Limón: Peruvian cuisine

  • Mio Cuccina Italiana: Italian specialties

  • Caribbean Grill: Mexican Caribbean cuisine

  • Papitos Gourmet Beach: International and Asian fusion

• Six bars including swim-up bars, Rick’s Bar with live DJs, and Palafitos overwater bar

• 24-hour room service

Sports & Entertainment

• Náay Spa with 14 treatment suites, hydrotherapy, beauty salon, and fitness centre with CrossFit area

• Wellness programmes including yoga, meditation, nutritional advice, and juice tastings

• Kayak tours, SUP yoga, snorkelling, and non-motorised water sports

• Evening entertainment with live DJs and dancing at Rick’s Bar