Desire Riviera Maya Resort

Steamy nightly entertainment, a clothing-optional policy, and X-rated whirlpool parties make this upscale all-inclusive resort a great pick for those looking to have some adults-only fun. Take those three factors out of the equation, and you still have a solid beachfront all-inclusive outside quiet Puerto Morelos.
The resort’s 114 rooms and suites are housed in several low off-white buildings topped with palapa roofs that lend the property some local charm. Stone paths wind through lush gardens dotted with daybeds and tropical flowers -- plus the occasional harmless iguana -- and the vibe ranges from mellow in the gardens to racy at the Jacuzzi Lounge and lively by the pool.
Both the pool and the rooftop whirlpool have ocean views, and there is a snack bar offering drinks and food poolside and beachside. There are activities by the pool during the day, but at night the action moves to Melange Bar -- located outside the lobby -- and later to the nightclub and its adjacent Sin Room (equipped with round beds and straps for those who want to take part in sexual games with other guests or their partners).
While the atmosphere at the Desire is decidedly sensual and geared toward nudist couples -- with activities such as Sensual Touch, Naughty Noodles, and guided sensual playtime -- open-minded travelers looking for a different Riviera Maya experience are also catered to with volleyball tournaments and yoga sessions. Sex is only allowed in the Jacuzzi Lounge and the Sin Room, and the management is strict about its “no-means-no” policy.

The Desire Riviera Maya Resort is located in a quiet area home only to other resorts. While there is nothing within walking distance, shopping and dining in Puerto Morelos -- a former fishing village located halfway between Cancun and Playa del Carmen -- can be reached in about 10 minutes by car. Local attractions such as Xel-Ha and Xcaret are about 45 minutes to one hour away from the hotel, while the drive to the Mayan ruins of Tulum takes about an hour and 15 minutes. Cancun International Airport is a 20-minute drive away.

The Desire Riviera Maya Resort has a total of 114 units ranging between smallish Deluxe Garden Views and Desire Suites with swim-up access and lofted bedrooms. Room decor is stylish without being overdone, with off-white tile floors and cream-colored walls offset by golden and chocolate-brown accents in mirrors, bed runners, and throw pillows. Higher-category rooms and suites have more ornate details, including dark-wood closets with lighter brown inlays, erotic photos on walls, and marble accents. Across the board, rooms have furnished balconies or patios with either ocean or garden views, and Superior units and suites have living areas.
Standard amenities include king beds, coffeemakers (espresso machines in suites), flat-screen TVs, safes, robes, and slippers. Minibars are restocked daily with soda, water, and beer in standard rooms; suites come with several types of liquor. Wi-Fi is free throughout the property. Bathrooms have double sinks and spacious walk-in showers. Kamasutra-inspired Jacuzzi Rooms and all suite categories have four-person hot tubs either in the bedroom, the bathroom, or outdoors.

The resort’s main restaurant is Arrecife, a large, casual buffet open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The spread is tasty and offers tons of options, and themed nights add variety with offerings such as Caribbean, Italian, Mexican, and barbecue.
Additionally, the resort features three a la cartes restaurants. Tentazione is a pleasant poolside spot for lunch or snacks, while Suki serves up Asian cuisine for dinner; reservations are required only for the teppanyaki table. Sahlo is the resort’s most formal dining option, offering an aphrodisiac-inspired menu for dinner.
Melange Bar, located adjacent to the lobby, serves drinks throughout the day and snacks and cocktails until well into the night. It’s open 24 hours and offers nightly themed parties, such as Schoolgirls & Nerds, Champagne & Lingerie, and Bright & Tight.
Jacuzzi Lounge Bar is a clothing-optional bar located adjacent to the rooftop whirlpool. It is one of the two public areas where guests are allowed to have sex, but guests are only allowed in the area with a partner.
Tentazione Bar is the poolside bar and is open during the day. Bar service is available at the beach and around the pool.
Y Nightclub is clothing-optional and opens after dinner. Adjacent to the dance floor is the dimly lit Sin Room, the only other public area where couples are allowed to have sex. There are round beds and a sex swing in the Sin Room, as well as dancing poles in the nightclub.

The Desire Riviera Maya Resort offers a comprehensive all-inclusive package that covers all food, snacks, and drinks (including international brands), as well as Wi-Fi throughout the resort, non-motorized water sports, access to the fitness center, and use of loungers by the pool and at the beach.
Perks available in Jacuzzi Rooms and all suites include sparkling wine, fruit baskets, and afternoon snacks, while extras such as daily continental breakfast delivered to the room, butler service, designated beach loungers, and preferential restaurant reservations are available for suite guests only.
There are fees for use of the business center and for room service, which is available 24/7.

The resort is located on a white-sand beach outside quiet Puerto Morelos. There are several cabanas (some of them can be reserved for a fee) and loungers that guests can use for free. Drink service is available, and there is a volleyball court for guest use. Non-motorized water sports -- including kayaks, surf boards, Hobie cats, and sailboats -- are also provided free of charge.

The resort has one beachfront clothing-optional pool surrounded by loungers and cabanas. There is drink service as well as a swim-up bar and a snack bar offering a food menu and cocktails under a palapa with ocean views. There is usually music around the pool, and some of the entertainment takes place in or around it. The rooftop whirlpool offers expansive ocean views and has a chic lounge with bar service. It opens after breakfast and closes late at night and is known for its X-rated parties (it is one of the two public spaces where sex is allowed).
The hotel’s fitness center is a small room with a decent variety of both cardio and strength-training equipment. There is free bottled water and the hotel offers free use of towels to all guests. The spa is located adjacent to the fitness center in a quieter area of the resort. It offers a few treatment rooms, as well as massages for two, a sauna, a steam room, and a relaxation area.

The resort offers an extensive entertainment and activities program that starts after breakfast and ends before midnight. There are fitness classes, beach volley games, fashion shows, and water polo games during the day. At night the atmosphere becomes steamier, with themed nights, such as Schoolgirls & Nerds, sexy contests and auctions, performances, and DJ sessions. After dinner, the entertainment is taken indoors, with long nights at the clothing-optional nightclub and Melange Bar.