Resort Details
- 5 o´CLOCK SOMEWHERE BAR & SWIM UP BARAs the lyrics go, “That sun is hot and that old clock is moving slow.” Indeed, it is 5 o´Clock Somewhere. A staple of any Margaritaville® experience. Relax in the pool or poolside and savor casual cocktails, a cold beer or sparkling wine and of course, the world-famous Margaritaville® margaritas. Sit in the swings at the bar or relax poolside.
- FRANK & LOLA’S - ITALIAN TRATTORIA“Lola loves Frank, Frankie loves Lola, on their second honeymoon in Pensacola” Handcrafted, authentic and exquisitely prepared Italian dishes. Whether featuring locally sourced seafood or prosciutto from Parma, the cuisine is created and served to make you feel at home and includes a fresh selection of antipasto, pasta, meat and seafood and delicious pizza from our wood-burning pizza oven. Located on the lower-level plaza, Frank & Lola offers both indoor and outdoor seating.
- JOE MERCHANT’SA unique setup that puts you in control of your in-room refreshment center. Our easy-to-use Joe Merchant point system allows you to customize your in-room experience according to your and your family’s preferences. Joe Merchant’s is also the place for a freshly brewed Mexican coffee while you peruse our extensive beverage and snack offer. The product list is available in each room.
- JWB STEAKHOUSEEach aspect of a visit to JWB Steakhouse is designed to be much more than just a dining experience, it’s part visit to your small-town butcher and part theater. At JWB, guests are invited to step into the aging room where our restaurant team will gladly and carefully explain everything one needs to know about delicately aged cuts, of custom-raised northern Mexico and US beef as well as a selection of other artisanraised proteins. Choose your cut, the size and once weighed, let our chefs do their magic.
- LANDSHARK - BREWERY & GRILLWith its brick and industrial design, LandShark redefines one of Margaritaville’s signature restaurants. With two terraces overlooking the calm waters, it’s the ideal place to enjoy an Artesanal lager, brewed right on-site, or one of our succulent freshly-grilled specialties. Come and say hello to our brewmaster, enjoy a beer sampler tray, or join us in the evening for a beer-matching menu, live music or to watch your favorite sport on the screens
- LICENSE TO CHILL, WET FEET BAR & BEACHSIDE GRILL“License to chill, and I believe I will” In a chilled atmosphere just steps from the pool and the Caribbean Sea, guests can enjoy the cool sea breeze, sip a freshly made cocktail and lunch on casual fare including a delicious selection of seaside salads, burgers and other tempting delicacies. Stay cool while taking in the sun, and step in our wet feet bar where tables are in shallow water, another one-of-a-kind Margaritaville® experience.
- S.O.S. SWIM UP BAR (STRANDED ON A SAND BAR)Climb to the top of the island tonight, I want to count the stars. I feel like I’m stranded on a sand bar”. Walk over or simply swim from one of our swim-up rooms. Enjoy refreshing in-pool or poolside beverages throughout the day, with a wide selection of non-alcoholic and alcoholic options.
- SALTED RIM – MARGARITA BAR & LOUNGETequila, Margarita and “Salted Rims”….that’s what it’s all about. Salted Rim is a celebration of the agave plant in Mexico, which after distillation transforms itself into not only the most known Mexican beverage, tequila, but also the lesser-known Bacanora and increasingly popular Mezcal. They are all unique in their production and history.Located in the main lobby overlooking the property, guests can revel in Caribbean elegance with the finest lounge service, authentic and extensive selection of tequilas, mezcals and bacanoras, to create their favorite Margarita, blended, frozen, shaken, as well as other more adventurous creations. A menu is available, although our mixologists are ready to display their innovative bartending skills and prepare new and exciting concoctions.
- THE BOATHOUSEThe Boathouse takes all-day dining to new heights with inventive culinary creations and an international food display with a wide variety of dishes cooked or baked to order, all to be enjoyed in an upscale yet casual atmosphere.
- 24-hour room service†
- Accessible parking†
- Accessible rooms†
- Air conditioning
- Baggage hold†
- Ballroom†
- Currency exchange†
- Internet services†
- Laundry Facilities†
- Live entertainment†
- 24-hour room service†
- Accessible parking†
- Accessible rooms†
- Air conditioning
- Baggage hold†
- Ballroom†
- Currency exchange†
- Internet services†
- Laundry Facilities†
- Live entertainment†
- Pool†
† Fees may apply
- General †• Daily Pool Parties with Local Bands and a DJ• Pickleball tournament• LIVE MUSIC• Ping-pong
- Golf †
- Pool †3 free-form swimming pools
- Spa †
- Volleyball †
† Fees may apply
Customer Ratings & Reviews
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating
1827 reviews
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Dec 11, 2025Best experience!
Had a salsa class with Angel & Quetzel from the entertainment team and it’s amazing. It was fun for a first time dancer. They were amazing and the Karoake was awesome!! Thanks for making it so fun guys!
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Dec 11, 2025
AMAZING STAFF
We just got back from our amazing trip to Margaritaville. The staff was AWESOME and so friendly. Huge shout out to our amazing bartenders and servers Pancho, Domingo, Noel, Luis, and Rogelio. They were so friendly, offering suggestions and special shots. They knew us by name and had our drinks ready when they saw us coming. Always with big smiles on their faces. Rogelio always had a table ready for us at Landshark and the buffet. And the activity crew were SO FUNNY! This is the first resort where I actually participated in the activities and had a blast. The morning Zumba, music trivia, and volleyball games with staff were so memorable. HUGE SHOUTOUT to Angel, Denis, and Mariel ! They are so hilarious, warm and made our trip. They created such a fun atmosphere and were so personable. We would go back in a heartbeat just to hang out with them again. -Love Jacob, Kayla, Melissa, and Logan (The Avengers)
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Dec 09, 2025Great time at Margaritaville
We would like to start by saying that all the staff are fantastic. Special shout out to our butler's Karen and Joaquin, Gabriel, Angel from Animation, staff at the Landshark and many more. The resort is small so you really interact with the same staff all the time. Rooms were great and comfortable. The hotel is still fairly new so everything is in top top shape. Any request we had was immediately addressed. We are Prestige members and the check in process was great. We even got to pick our scents for the room and soaps for the body and face. That was an expected fun experience. There is no beach due to hurricane damage but they are working on getting it back. There's really no place to stroll outside the resort so we went to Playa del Carmen by taxi, it was 57usd one way. The entertainment at the Landshark was fantastic, great music and karaoke nights. There's quite a bit of things to do throughout the day at the main pool but also quiet pools to just relax. The food was pretty good. If we had some recommendations for the resort it would be to add a hot tub, Prestige lounge and the store Joe Merchants to stay open till 10pm at least, more staff at the lobby bar, ice cream at the coffee shop, and more variety with the snack options that we get with resort credits. It would also be nice to have an approximate time period when the beach will be done. There should be a shuttle offered to the nearest beach and Playa del Carmen since there's nothing to do outside the area of the resort and no beach. Overall it was a great experience and I would recommend it.
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Dec 08, 2025Sunshine on a cloudy day (Baldo!)
This resort is very nice, but the beach is terrible. Actually there is no beach and it was disappointing. However, I had a great experience with Baldo at the Landshark restaurant. He was so kind and helpful and welcoming. It made the trip even better when there was someone who goes out of their way to make sure you have a wonderful stay. I hope Margaritaville appreciates employees like this who go above and beyond.
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Dec 07, 2025
Margaritaville Resort
First, the resort is located short distance from the Cancun airport which we really appreciated. The grounds, pools, the gardens and the rooms were immaculate; we give a 10 for cleanliness. The two à la carte restaurants offered a wide choice of food which was delicious and hot. The Boathouse restaurant was spacious but the food was mostly cool; the only thing hot is if you want an omelette cooked to your likings. Our waiter, Gabino, was very friendly and attentive to our needs; we never ran out of coffee and he made sure that we had our « special cream » for our coffees. He deserves a rating of 10. Our room maid, Mauricio, was very efficient and kept our room very clean, he was very attentive to details. His rating is a 10. We want to give a BIG THANK YOU to Mariel and Dennis. They kept everyone active at the pool with different activities. They were very friendly and always had a smile. Their rating is an « 10 ». The only negative point that we can mention is the lack of entertainment at night. They need to up that as it doesn’t really reflect the Jimmy Buffet attitude that we were expecting.
- AdvisoryThe Municipality of Rivera Maya will be charging an Eco Tax of 32.00 Mexico Pesos (approx. $1.60 USD) per room per night. This amount is not included in your vacation price and will be collected at your hotel. These funds are being used to protect, maintain and conserve the natural beauty of the destination the area and its surroundings. This fee is subject to change at any time without notice by the hotel.
- AdvisoryMargaritaville Island Reserve Riviera Maya will be charging all guests an Environmental Fee of 28.87 MXN per room per night. This amount is not included in your vacation price and will be collected at your hotel.
- Check In: 3:00 PM
- Check Out: 12:00 PM
- Minimum Guest Age: 18
- General Policies:
Check-in Policy - Hotel requires a credit/debit card authorization or cash deposit upon check-in for incidentals; this will place a hold on your funds.
Convention Policy - Individuals attending a convention cannot book this property for their stay. If found attending a convention, guests may be subject to higher room rates upon arrival.
Hotel Spring Break Policy - This hotel cannot guarantee a spring-break-free environment.
Transfer Policy - A price may display when children stay free, if your vacation includes transfer to your hotel.
General Information - Room taxes and service fees are included in vacation price. Minimum night stay restrictions may apply. Reservation changes may not be permitted unless authorized by the hotel.