Desire Pearl Resort & Spa

For starters, we’ve been members for five years now, and the beach has never been worse because of the sea grass. The fish smell when it hits you is unbelievable. The prices are also getting out of control. We were quoted one price for a massage, but when we checked out, it was three times higher. They’ve also gotten rid of a lot of great staff. During the week, the resort was at 35% capacity or less. The vibe was still there, and we had a great time overall. We met a lot of wonderful people whom we hope to meet up with again in the future. They’re planning to expand by adding another 90 rooms. After the expansion at RM, many people are now going to Pearl because the atmosphere isn’t even close to what it used to be.

My wife (33) and I (32) booked a trip here for 5 nights which included Valentine’s day. The trip was going to be a redo of our Honeymoon since we both got sick on our actually honeymoon 2 months prior. We booked directly through Desire site, booking a Master Suite as we liked the idea of having 2 bathrooms, one for her to use to get ready and one for him. There was a package/deal at the time of booking, so our transportation to and from CUN was included and provided by Desire. About a week or two before our trip, they reached out to confirm our transportation, which was great. A concierge, Mayte, also reached out to let us know of available extras, and spa services available. We have previously been to Temptations in Cancun, and had been to Grand Miches in Dominican Republic, and had gotten massage during those trips, so we were definitely interested in that. With Mayte help, we booked two massages, a private dinner in the wine cellar, and an erotic dining experience in the disco. We also made her aware it was our honeymoon trip. Mayte was easy to communicate with through email, was always quick to get back to us, and when we met her at check in, she was kind, helpful and sweet. She helped make our trip an unforgettable one. The main lobby was undergoing renovations, so upon arrival we checked in at the Mansion lobby. Check in went smoothly, and we were escorted to our room. The room was good, and we had a nice view of the ocean, pool, and the jacuzzi all from our two balcony’s. The food during our stay was on par with the food we have experienced at their other resorts, above what you would expect for an all inclusive. We never had a bad meal, and always enjoyed the seafood options. The wine cellar meal was incredible and was only made better by the staff. Paola and Gabrielle, who knocked it lit of the park. They both went above and beyond for us, making the wine cellar dinner an unforgettable experience for us. They truly are great at what they do and we hope to see them when we go back. The massages were incredible. We had booked the couples massage and the four handed massage for my wife. We both thoroughly enjoyed the couples massage, and she really enjoyed her four hand massage. Would definitely recommend trying them if you go. The service/staff throughout the resort were always great, kind and helpful. Louis the drink maker who walks around the pool with a beverage cert making special cocktails is a gem. He always came up to us with a smile and would make us delicious cocktails based on what we liked and what he had in his cart that day. One day he muddled fresh fruit and made us the most incredible margarita. He really helped make the trip a great one, remembering our names and making fun small talk. He was great. We really enjoyed every aspect of our trip and really don’t have any complaints. All the people we met while there were kind, respectful and fun. We never felt pressured by anyone. Once we were home, we couldn’t wait to book our next trip and whole searching up dates, we saw there was an incredible deal going on and booked another 5 night trip for this December, Christmas week.

Pearl review August 2026 Well, we just got back from Desire Pearl after another great vacation, the second this year. Before I get into anything else, the staff are what makes this place so great. I have to give a huge shoutout to the following people, who go that extra distance to ensure our trip is fantastic. First and foremost, The beautiful Gabi our server from the pool bar. Her smile can light up any room, and she works so hard. She is so versatile; she works the pool bar, can hostess in Suki, works the coffee bar in the morning, etc. My wife and I look forward to seeing her every time we go. Gabi, we love you. Also at the pool, Yolanda. Also, a ray of sunshine, and she also works the coffee bar, and hustles so fast to get you your order. Luis at the coffee bar. A hard-working guy, friendly as well. Thanks, Luis, for my coffee in the morning. Take some time to talk to the staff, they all have very interesting stories. Also, a shout out to Silvando. Super friendly and also a hard-working guy. Kia at the pool, she just doesn’t age. Still young and beautiful, full of energy, no idea where she gets it from, and can out dance anyone there. Again, a very versatile employee. A great playmaker, but she can entertain at the night shows, and makes everyone there feel very special. We love you, Kia!! Our Butlers, Hector, Erick and Irving. Hard working and very dedicated. So happy they are there every time we check in. The pool guys are the hardest working guys in the resort. Victor, Miguel, and Antonio, work like crazy to get you a nice lounger, and a fresh clean towel. Thank them and tip often, they deserve it. Thanks guys!! The Melange bar is a great place to gather, see the shows and get a great drink. There are some bartenders that need a shoutout from there. Cob, very experienced and friendly, Lopez, steadfast and again experienced. So nice to see you. I brought down a bottle of Oban and they kept there for me. I appreciate the little things. Thanks guys!! Claudia, a million-watt smile, hard working in the pool bar, or the Melange bar. and so very friendly. Jorge from the Hot Tub bar is also very helpful at giving us great service. Thanks Jorge. Saul, my man with the Baileys. Thanks, buddy!! Aphrodite has some very hard-working staff as well. Ceci, the hostess has a great smile to great you with every morning. So nice to see her. Rey and Oliver from there plus other spots is friendly and one of our favorite dining servers. Ok, now the resort. The weather was fantastic, a little rain, but that Mexico, expect it and you won’t be disappointed. The pool was warm and inviting, and the pool guys are always cleaning it. Now the bad part. More and more of you are wearing clothes in the pool. If you are not willing to go nude, why are you there, just to look and gawk? or are you too important to go nude. Grow up and grow a pair and go naked. You will see every body type and size, so please don't think you're that special. Or, go to a Temptations, you will be welcomed there. That's more your style anyhow. The themes for this year are way too weird and not very sexy or suggestive at all. What the hell is “Neon Cowboy”. Half the guests dressed in neon, and half dressed western/cowboy-ish. The themes in past years were far easier to dress for and far sexier. Management has to remember that we have to purchase, pack, and travel down and back with some outfits we will never wear again. Suggestion: go with themes that have been VERY successful in the past, and easy to dress for. Sexy White was always a big hit. Easy to pack and dress for. Yes, BDSM or sexy fetish night is aways a hit. Sexy uniforms, a big hit as well (keep it generic, NOT just school girl night). Some other ideas, Sexy Lingerie/boxers night was a great one. Sheer night is a good one, also easy to buy and pack, good for men and women. Miniskirts and muscle shirts, or, short skirts and short shorts, sexy for both men and women, or, sexy Hawaiian Night, sexy floral prints, wide open to ideas. Woodstock or sexy Seventies/Eighties, and you could easily do a “pink and blue night”, easy for both sexes. How about “Animal Print” night, easy for both men and women. Sexy Pink and Red night, very easy to buy and dress for. Make the themes easy to understand, and open to interpretation. The food is always great here. Suki is the best, but don’t count out Aphrodite for dinner. They produce so many great meals, always consider them as a go to for a great evening meal. The food in Pearl has improved. But it would nice to see a steak dinner on one of the menus. Please bring it back. Aphrodite: One day they cooked sea bass on the grill outside of Aphrodite. That was the BEST tasting fish I have ever had. They were cooking more outside which is a real treat, but that was in May. In August they hardly cooked anything outside?? The breakfast buffet has improved we think over last year. The rest is easy. Super fast check-in, grounds are always well maintained. The hot-tub is sometimes cool and sometimes hot. The renovations are great. Looking forward to what else they have in store for us. Please remember to tip the staff. They deserve it!! See you hopefully in the spring.

Went to Desire Pearl a clothing optional Resort with my wife and loved this place. The staff and other people vacationing were all really awesome to be around. Love the no judgement from everyone. And for the staff. They did a wonderful job with everything. Just to name some of the workers who deserve a raise for their jobs. Pedro, Mauro, Allen, Victor, Miguel, Rebeca, and Emma all did wonderful. I would definitely recommend to anybody wanting to try this place for the first time just go and let loose. I know I wanna go back again. Thanks for everything there.

It breaks my heart to see what is happening to our beloved happy place. We are booked at Pearl in December, and this will most likely be our last time for a while. It's just gotten way too expensive while they cut out little perks here and there that used to make us happy. I understand they have a business to run, but pissing off your loyal customers has never been a smart business model.