Our five-night stay at Bahia Principe Luxury Akumal in May 2025 provided a welcome opportunity for relaxation.
The online check-in process, completed ten days prior, streamlined our arrival at the resort. We were greeted with refreshing champagne and a cold towel, and our requested Junior Suite Ocean View Superior in Villa 66 (first floor, oceanfront, near the adults-only pool) was ready. The trolley ride to our room offered a glimpse of local wildlife, which was a nice touch. Our room was well-maintained by housekeeping, and the consistently stocked mini-bar was appreciated. Bringing our Roku allowed for easy TV viewing.
One of the major advantages of this resort is access to the restaurants across all four Bahia properties. While this offers great variety, the dinner reservation system via the app was a point of frustration. Despite early attempts, many restaurants were fully booked, leaving us with later dining times and not our first option for dinner. However, we did enjoy our meals at Thali, Tequila, Maiko, La Gran Tortuga, and Frutos Del Mar. Tequila's buffet format was unexpected given the reservation requirement. The Coffee Shop was a daily highlight. Breakfast at the main buffet was satisfactory, contrasting with a less impressive experience at the adults-only Katok.
Navigating the expansive resort was made easy by the frequent golf cart trolleys. The beach was a major draw!
Overall, Bahia Principe Luxury Akumal offers a wide range of amenities and experiences!