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Eclectic rhythms and a lively atmosphere embrace guests as they arrive to Live Aqua Beach Resort Cancun. This relaxing yet contemporary Adults Only, All-Inclusive luxury, a part of the Lifestyle collection of Preferred Hotels & Resorts, seems to have achieved the impossible: an upscale all-inclusive resort with a Cancun address that's low-key enough to be considered a wellness retreat. Bright, spacious rooms in shades of white and cream contrast with the turquoise of seaside infinity pools. Service is top-notch here, and ambient music from a resident DJ lends itself to a Zen mindset.
Live Aqua Beach Resort Cancun
Boulevard Kukulcan Km. 12.5
Cancun, Mexico
77500
Nearest Airport: CUN
We stayed at Live Aqua from July 9-15 and had an amazing experience. Upon entering the hotel lobby, we received warm greetings from the concierges, and the registration desk. They careful explained all the amenities of the all-inclusive hotel and were available to answer questions at any time. One of our favorite people was Rosalino Julio. He consistently checked in with us to make sure everything was fine at the pool, helped us with reservations, shared the beautiful Mexican culture with us, and was very attentive. He went above and beyond to make sure we had a memorable experience. Edgar, another concierge, was also guest focused and provided us with some Mayan history. Mayra was also a joy at the reception desk. Flavio y the towel workers made sure we always had access to fresh and clean smelling towels. Mirian and Margarita - from house keeping were attentive as well. Every night house keeping knocked on the door to offer extra towels and to turn down the bed. Other people who made our stay enjoyable were- Archer, Chaire, Mauricio. Victor, Rodolfo, Susana, and Frida. On a few occasions while at the pool, Chefs Cesar and Ernesto prepared delicious ceviche, shrimp and fish tacos. The servers at the pool kept us well ‘hydrated.’ And I have to give one more shout out to the aerobics, instructors, Ricky and his pal for doing a great job with water aerobics- such great energy! Overall, we had a wonderful and memorable experience. Rosalino, above all, treated us like family. Thank you to the staff and to Live Aqua, for everything! We will definitely be back!!
Christine P
I have visited Live Aqua many times, and when my sister and I decided to take our 87yr old father on vacation Live Aqua was our first choice. My father is very tall 6’7” and has had both knees replaced. We were concerned about walking and getting in and out of the pool. However, there was no need. Not only did the resort supply us with a wheelchair that fit him perfectly, everywhere we went someone ran over to assist us in pushing him. Luis and Mauricio at Azur were fantastic helping us get my dad down the stairs for an ocean view for lunch. Luis then helped us at dinner to navigate the ramp at Hidden Garden. BTW both meals were amazing. The servers around the pools were always there when we needed a hand. They were so sweet to my father, it brought tears to my eyes how caring they are. They all called him Papi. Lots of love to David Gomez, Amineal, Jonathan, Andreas, Usiel and the loviest ladies Ali, Marisol and Monica. The pool hut team and Flavio were awesome, always made sure our cabana was ready to go and my dad could get in and out easily. The resort itself is always so clean and well kept. My father who is a retired engineer could not stop talking about the efficiency of how the resort was run. From the touch pad lighting next to the bed to how clean and air conditioned the pool side washrooms are. However what really wowed my father was the attention to detail at all meals. Love the Aqua Club! Daniel in the am with his dancing cappuccino and Guillermo at night is an amazing mixologist. The Club is totally worth the upgrade, my favourite place to sit and enjoy the views of the ocean or the sunsets over the lagoon. The best of all Daniel is an amazing dancer and does a show by the pool once a week. DO NOT MISS, there is a real Mexican buffet and the entertainment is amazing. Trained dancers with passion, loved it. The buffet breakfast at Siete with servers David and Carlos were great. We loved Marco’s smoothies and Bianca’s omelettes. MB with chef Wilian was an amazing experience. The habanero soup so good! The steaks cooked to perfection. It was so great to see Roy, he is hilarious. Varenna the Italian was so good, loved the pizza and Gorgonzola pasta. Hidden Garden Asian fusion never disappoints. If you like spicy they can make it as spicy as you like. So fresh tasting. We did splurge and booked at Carnivore. It’s not included however it’s a must have experience. Raul (manager) so knowledgeable, described the aesthetics of the restaurant. Leonardo great server and amazing magician. They make it worth it. Then the food, OMG the Mac n cheese made table side in a wheel of parmesan to die for. The steaks we had ribeye and fillet you could cut with a fork. The portions are a good size so we ordered apps and split the steaks. We had key lime desert so good! A very special thank you to Chef Ernesto and Chef Cesar for special attention to detail. I have multiple myeloma and I am in active treatment. Chef Ernesto made sure all my dietary needs were met and a special thank you to Jonathan Chaire for ensuring my pool side needs were met. Both are amazing men. Thank you Esmeralda for everything. My father is still talking about you lol. I think I may have a new mommy 🤗. Finally our butlers. Ruddy, Sakny and Maggie. They met all our needs and took such great care of our father. I’m so sorry if I missed anyone, guess I’ll just have to go back and try again! This is the best resort in Canun! Yes there is seaweed, but life is short and nature is beautiful even when it’s not always wanted.
Canuckms - Cobourg, Canada
I went with my wife and it's my second time going. For the price it is pretty good! the food was hit or miss, some of the restaurants it was incredible, some others it was meh. The food for the pool is ok, not the best burgers or the best wings, but enough to enjoy . They use cheap liquor unless you request a specific brand and unless you are there watching what they use, but good liquor is available. I will say the service was incredible, the rooms were super clean and nice. The entertainment main guy, Ricky Ricardo, is INCREDIBLE. A true professional, he was great at the aquaerobics, he gets everyone pumped. A big difference when he is not leading. Also, for the pool Alejanda kept our drinks full without asking and had an amazing attitude. Luisa was also fantastic, but want to give Kudos to Ale as we had her two days and she was just incredible.
Daniel V
The resort was wonderful in every way for our family - ages 19 to 80 years old! We will return, for sure.
Fearless57323387369 - Durham, North Carolina
We have just returned from our 22nd stay at Live Aqua. This place clearly is very special to us, and there are many reasons we return again and again. The first and primary reason is the staff. We are always made to feel very welcome. Everyone works hard to ensure a pleasant experience for all, whether you are a first-time visitor or a returning friend. Once again, we upgraded to the Aqua Club level. The view from the lounge is one of the best in Cancun. The overall vibe of the resort varies depending on time of day and whether or not the resort is hosting big groups or conventions. I generally find it to be relaxing and on the quiet side. We prefer zen over party. I love the aromatherapy throughout. There are several nice pools. We are beach people, however, and spend as much time as possible next to the ocean. The view never, ever gets old. The weather on this trip was particularly very hot, but warm temperatures and high humidity are expected at this time of year. The restaurant and food options are fantastic. The restaurant staff – from the front of the house to the back – are attentive and accommodating. Those with butler service will receive assistance with dining reservations. That being said, reservations are not required, and wait times are generally never too long. But who’s in a hurry? It’s vacation! 😊 We were disappointed that Azur was closed for breakfast. We hope that is not a permanent thing. At the top, I mentioned the number of times we have been to Live Aqua. This resort has a surprising number of folks who return again and again. This fact in and of itself says a lot about the experience you will find here. There are many nice resort options in Cancun. For us, Live Aqua has everything we want for rest and renewal. We know what to expect, we get what we expect (and sometimes more), and we have never been disappointed. I say again that it is the staff at Live Aqua who make this place unique. We appreciate each and every person and are grateful for how they always make us feel welcome and special. I would like to give extra shoutouts to Isaias and Alex, Daniel in the Club, Chef Ernesto, Chef Raul, Luis, Mauricio at Azur, Chef Wilian, Rohibi, Frida, Chef Mario, Eduardo, Belen, Angelica, Edouard for the cabana setup, Morelia and Jonathan for always going the extra mile. I wish I could mention everyone. Love and thanks to all. xo
MOWashingtonDC - Washington DC
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