UNICO 20 87

Riviera Maya, Mexico

Alcoba Room
Alcoba Room
Spa
Spa
Spa
Spa
Snack Bar
Palmera Lounge
Palmera Lounge
Palmera Lounge
20.87 Restaurant
20.87 Restaurant
Alcoba Swim-Up Room
Alcoba Swim-Up Room
Alcoba Swim-Up Room
Mura House
Mura House Bar
Mi Carisa
Mi Carisa
Mi Carisa
Lobby
2-Bedroom Villa
2-Bedroom Villa
Estancia Suite
2-Bedroom Villa
Estancia Suite
Estancia Suite
Cueva Siete
Alcoba Room
Alcoba Room
Spa
Spa
Spa
Spa
Snack Bar
Palmera Lounge
Palmera Lounge
Palmera Lounge
20.87 Restaurant
20.87 Restaurant
Alcoba Swim-Up Room
Alcoba Swim-Up Room
Alcoba Swim-Up Room
Mura House
Mura House Bar
Mi Carisa
Mi Carisa
Mi Carisa
Lobby
2-Bedroom Villa
2-Bedroom Villa
Estancia Suite
2-Bedroom Villa
Estancia Suite
Estancia Suite
Cueva Siete

The hotel

Redefining the meaning of All Inclusive, UNICO 20°N 87°W offers the unexpected with an extensive inclusions programme (a 25% service charge applies). Handpicked local adventures and excursions offer an up-close and personal experience of the local landscape, take a stroll and a swing at one of the local Golf Clubs, or begin a journey of wellbeing with one of the signature spa treatments.

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Romantic
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Honeymoon
  • Room Service
  • Evening Entertainment
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Yoga
  • Internet Access
  • Beachfront location
  • Restaurant

Where is it

Located on the stunning white beaches of Riviera Maya. Transfer time from airport: 1 hour 15 minutes.

Hotel information

448 rooms, suites and villas. All with curated custom designed furniture and local art pieces, terrace with lounging area, 55" TV, complimentary WiFi access, bluetooth sound system, conveniently located USB charging stations, free calls to the continental U.S. and Canada, in-room mini-bar stocked for your preference per inventory, Nespresso™ coffee machine, bathroom with sliding door and sliding window, single rain showers with hand shower, separate shower and WC, double sinks, flat iron and hairdryer, custom bathrobes and slippers, exterior double hydro spa tub, aromatherapy and pillow menu, custom scent amenities, locally sourced soaps, complimentary artisanal gift and 24-hour room service. You also benefit from a local host to assist with everyday needs. Alcoba Swim-Up Pool Rooms offer an exterior swim-up pool with an elevated platform for lounge chairs. 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults. 

All Inclusive of: all meals, snacks and beverages. Select spa and beauty salon treatments, golf and select excursions (subject to a 25% service fee, payable locally).

PURE® Alcoba Rooms are accommodations specifically designed to promote a better night's sleep, especially for allergy sufferers. PURE rooms undergo an additional seven-step cleaning process on-top of the usual cleaning protocol to include an air-purification system and hypoallergenic encasements for the matresses and pillows. With 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Alcoba Ocean View Rooms offer unobstructed views of the ocean from the private terrace, with either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

Alcoba Ocean Front Rooms feature panoramic views of the ocean from the outdoor hydro spa tub and lounging area, with either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

Estancia 1-Bedroom Suites feature a large living room and an ocean view terrace. 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Estancia 2-Bedroom Suites are as above, with the additon of a second bedroom with 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 6 adults.

2-Bedroom Villas directly overlook the white sandy beach and feature unparalleled ocean views. There are 2 master bedrooms, each with 1 king-size bed, a full kitchen, dining room, living room, powder room, a complete bar and an expansive terrace with 2 exterior hydro spa tubs, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

Mi Carisa (coastal Italian à la carte); Cueva Siete (Mexican à la carte); Mura House (Japanese cuisine-teppanyaki and yakitori), 20.87 Restaurant (casual beachside buffet for breakfast and lunch, à la carte dinner) and 20.87 Terrace (breakfast and lunch buffet, and light à la carte dinner). Cafe Inez (Fresh juices, coffee, tea and baked goods for breakfast and sandwiches, paninis and meal-sized salads for lunch and dinner). Palmera Lounge (including cigar lounge) and Bar Balam. Poolside and beachside service including snacks and beverages. 24-hour room service.

Live entertainment at the Palmera Lounge. Daily and nightly events.

3 swimming pools (one with VIP cabanas and poolside service). State-of-the-art gym, personal training, meditation, beachfront yoga classes. Holistic spa* with a range of luxury treatments and a fully-equipped hydrotherapy facility. Golf*.

Beauty salon* and barbers*. Tours and adventures desk*. Complimentary WiFi access.

Please note: a travel tax of $11 per adult (over 15 years old) applies when visiting the Mexican state Quintana Roo. The payment can be made prior to travel, upon arrival or during the stay, as the tax will be imposed upon departure.

* Denotes local charge.

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Apr 17, 2021 459cassidyt

We came to Unico to celebrate my boyfriend’s 30th bday & had a total blast! The rooms were fab, everyone was so so kind & helpful. I have no negative things to say. I’m more of a beach girl & part of the beach is rocky so just walk down a little way, & it’s rock free! Food was great too. I would def come back!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Would recommend with a few caveats to understand

Apr 17, 2021 Nicholas P

We just got back from four nights at Unico. This was our second trip to Unico. We stayed in an ocean front room on the top (5th) floor, on the side without a pool. The room number was 1508. I think that area is the nicest in the hotel except for the suites, where we stayed on our first trip, and the ocean/beach views are everything you would… Read more
We just got back from four nights at Unico. This was our second trip to Unico. We stayed in an ocean front room on the top (5th) floor, on the side without a pool. The room number was 1508. I think that area is the nicest in the hotel except for the suites, where we stayed on our first trip, and the ocean/beach views are everything you would hope. There are a few covid related changes of note: The swim up bars are closed. Not the end of the world, but generally they are a fun place to meet people. They do a good job delivering drinks to the side of the pool, so no issues there If you are the kind of person who likes to work out during your vacation, the gym needs to be reserved. Fine if you do it ahead of time, but I wasn't aware and the times left didn't work for me I gave our trip four stars. I'll start with what kept it from being five, and then go into what we loved The room service wait is the longest I've ever experienced. You cannot book room service any sooner than 90 minutes. That is a really long time to wait if you haven't planned ahead The spa is billed as having included services, and you only pay for the gratuity. While this is true technically, it feels disingenuous, as the gratuity charged is about what we would pay for some of the nicest spas in Austin. For example, the gratuity for a 90 minute deep tissue massage is $117, which would put you out $500 if it were full cost. To be fair, it is discounted compared to world class hotel spas That being said, we loved our trip and wouldn't hesitate to recommend Unico. What we loved: The resort is beautiful. The decor is simple and elegant Our room was beautiful and comfortable. It has an excellent ocean view. The balcony was definitely private enough to have a bath while listening to the waves on the beach The landscaping is amazing. As a plant nerd, I appreciated how well it was kept. The giant plumerias made me resent the occasional freezes we have at home that keep us from planting them The food is really good. I highly recommend "Cueva Siete" which is local Mexican food. The sushi is also high quality, especially considering it's all you can eat. Really really enjoyed the dining experiences The drink selection is wide and of high quality. There are plenty of top shelf liquor options, and the house wine selections are nice. We drank a lot of prosecco, rose, bombay sapphire, and of course tequila and mezcal Everybody was friendly. I've read some reviews about people getting harassed about buying into the time share. We did not have that experience in the slightest. If you're not interested, make that clear. Tell them you will never ever buy a timeshare. We didn't get a single question about it after the initial offer at check-in Our concierge gave us a number to text in case we needed anything. He was prompt and friendly when we did have a few special requests The beach is beautiful. I've heard reviews complaining about the seaweed. There is no avoiding it if you're there during a bloom, which is most likely April through July. They clean the beach regularly, but there's no keeping up with it in full bloom. We were there with a decent amount in the water and the beach was still beautiful and enjoyable I hope this helps you understand the hotel. I definitely recommend it and hope you have a great stay if you choose it! Read less
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Apr 16, 2021 AmandaV472

Since this trip was my daughter’s first adults only all inclusive, I wanted to make sure she had the best experience and she did. If you are looking for a very relaxing place, great food and attentive customer service, this is the place for you. Every Unico team members were very helpful and made sure you have the best experience while you are… Read more
Since this trip was my daughter’s first adults only all inclusive, I wanted to make sure she had the best experience and she did. If you are looking for a very relaxing place, great food and attentive customer service, this is the place for you. Every Unico team members were very helpful and made sure you have the best experience while you are on vacation. From an efficient check in/check out, Alex who was our local host, Carlos & Ulysis at the pool, Beatriz and Torres who took care of our food & drinks by the pool, everyone at the restaurants and of course the housekeeping team who always have our room ready and comfortable- were all the people who made our vacation memorable. I cannot think anything for the team to improve other than continue doing what they are doing. Read less
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Apr 16, 2021 869spencera

Look at the end of the day it’s still an all inclusive so there was something very “pre-fab” about it. Feels like a nice cruise ship. If that’s your thing, it’s a good way to go. Food all looked good and it did taste good but also tasted very not good for you (again like cruise ship food- so tasty but so gross). Staff was nice but tipping is… Read more
Look at the end of the day it’s still an all inclusive so there was something very “pre-fab” about it. Feels like a nice cruise ship. If that’s your thing, it’s a good way to go. Food all looked good and it did taste good but also tasted very not good for you (again like cruise ship food- so tasty but so gross). Staff was nice but tipping is 100% expected and it greatly impacts the level of surface you receive. Not the fault of the employees who I’m sure rely on tips, but I’d rather they received decent salaries from the owner (Hard Rock, hello) rather than putting that responsibility on the guests. Made it a battle every morning to tip the pool guy early enough to reserve a good spot. Room was decorated very nicely. Outdoor tub was fun but not very private. View was ok, mostly of the grounds with some ocean in the distance. It rained and there was a lot of flooding around the resort, needs better drainage. Had a weird experience at the spa, didn’t know we were supposed to arrive early so we arrived perfectly on time and got yelled at for not getting there sooner- said our massages would be cut short depending how long it took us to get changed. Incredibly uncomfortable and unprofessional. Service throughout was hit or miss. Almost none of the other guests were wearing masks. As liberal New Yorkers we felt in the minority. Still met some nice people and had good poolside chats but overall we wouldn’t go back. Also the beach is teeny and rocky, definitely a pool hotel. They are very generous with letting the alcohol flow hence the extra star. Feel like we were drunk for 5 days straight.. not much else to do but eat drink and swim. Could have used more outdoor activities especially with covid. We were too uncomfortable to partake in indoor events, like Casino night. Read less
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Apr 15, 2021 Funderburk74

At the Cancun Airport waiting for return flight to the US. My wife and I were celebrating our 25th wedding anniversary. This was an exceptional experience. It was more than a vacation. It was paradise. I want to recognize our local host, Neftali. Amazing young man who took very good care of us. He handled our restaurant reservations and… Read more
At the Cancun Airport waiting for return flight to the US. My wife and I were celebrating our 25th wedding anniversary. This was an exceptional experience. It was more than a vacation. It was paradise. I want to recognize our local host, Neftali. Amazing young man who took very good care of us. He handled our restaurant reservations and re-reservations since we changed our mind a couple of times. He also took care of our cabana rental, laundry service, and anything we needed! Even hand delivered our COVID test results to us! I also want to recognize Daniel. He is a waiter at Mura House. Excellent service. He's the reason we switched to eating at the Mura House a second time! The room was amazing. Ocean front is so great. We slept with the balcony doors open two nights and the sound of the waves was intoxicating. We were treated so well by all the staff. We wish we would have spent more time at the "quiet pool". Not that the other pools were bad but we enjoyed the extra quiet. Pool staff was great. Charle took great care of us. Keeping drinks in our hands. The resort was great and we'd probably go back without the excellent service but Neftali, Daniel, and Charle sealed the deal for us. We are starting to plan our return trip to the paradise that is Unico 20 87. Read less