Title: Palafitos Overwater Bungalows, Catamarán, Cenote, All & More Inclusive - Adults Only Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Palafitos Overwater Bungalows, Catamarán, Cenote, All & More Inclusive - Adults Only Luxury property on the beach, with 4 outdoor pools ## Photo gallery for Palafitos Overwater Bungalows, Catamarán, Cenote, All & More Inclusive - Adults Only ![Exterior - Palafitos Overwater Bungalows, Catamarán, Cenote, All & More Inclusive - Adults Only (Playa del Carmen)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22680000/22671200/22671135/60827229.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Creator video - submitted by Under the Sun Travel ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/video/DF98F75553398A89479D5530ECB05DB5/3f9f8b3b-45ab-4e92-b261-0c639195ce0e-thumbnail.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=1080) ![Interior detail - Palafitos Overwater Bungalows, Catamarán, Cenote, All & More Inclusive - Adults Only (Playa del Carmen)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22680000/22671200/22671135/3a9d3f42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Palafitos Overwater Bungalows, Catamarán, Cenote, All & More Inclusive - Adults Only (Playa del Carmen)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22680000/22671200/22671135/84699d41.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![5 restaurants, international cuisine - Palafitos Overwater Bungalows, Catamarán, Cenote, All & More Inclusive - Adults Only (Playa del Carmen)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22680000/22671200/22671135/fbab565a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Palafitos Overwater Bungalows, steps from Maroma Beach's crystal waters, offers a roundtrip airport shuttle. Guests enjoy peaceful moments on the sun-filled terrace or in the garden. Attentive staff and WiFi in common areas enhance this luxury escape. 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This property is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach and kayaking. Indulge in some rest and relaxation at Náay spa, the on-site spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 5 on-site restaurants, which feature international cuisine and ocean views. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities such as volleyball. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as 6 bars. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - 4 outdoor pools - Free self-parking and valet parking - A 24-hour front desk, motorised watercraft on-site and a banquet hall - Local meal delivery service - Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff Room features All guest rooms at Palafitos Overwater Bungalows, Catamarán, Cenote, All & More Inclusive - Adults Only feature comforts, such as air conditioning and free stocked minibars, as well as amenities, such as sound-insulated walls and bathrobes. Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Rainfall showers, free toiletries and hairdryers - 55-inch Smart TVs with cable channels - Wardrobes/cupboards, daily housekeeping and electrical adapters/chargers ### All-inclusive details This property is all-inclusive. On-site food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply). ### Food and beverages All à la carte meals, snacks and beverages included 24-hour room service In-room minibar (all beverages included) ### Water activities Kayaking ### Land activities Volleyball ### Entertainment On-site entertainment and activities ## Similar properties ![On the beach, white sand, beach cabanas, sun-loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68900000/68897700/68897680/30c9f9a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Impression Moxché by Secrets – Adults Only – All Inclusive Corasol - Pool - All-inclusive - Spa - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 230 reviews £946 includes taxes & fees 4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-04&endDate=2026-01-05&selected=68897680&PinnedHotelID=68897680&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![6 outdoor pools, open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, free pool cabanas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1780000/1773500/1773497/f4f5d8f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rosewood Mayakoba Playa del Carmen - 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Hardwood flooring in public areas - Hardwood flooring in room - No lift ### More - Banquet hall - Designated smoking areas - Mediterranean architecture ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Dressing gowns - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Rainfall showerhead - Shower - Slippers - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 55-inch smart TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Free bottled water - Free stocked minibar - Limited room service - Meal delivery service - Restaurant dining guides ### More - Access via exterior corridors - Air conditioning - Desk - Electrical adapters - Iron/ironing board - Phone - Soundproofed rooms - Window screens ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon A late check-out fee will be charged ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ## Important information ### Optional extras - A late check-out fee will be charged The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room Property Registration Number 08203073 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Reservations are required for spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Palafitos Overwater Bungalows, Catamarán, Cenote, All & More Inclusive - Adults Only have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Palafitos Overwater Bungalows, Catamarán, Cenote, All & More Inclusive - Adults Only? ### Is Palafitos Overwater Bungalows, Catamarán, Cenote, All & More Inclusive - Adults Only pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Palafitos Overwater Bungalows, Catamarán, Cenote, All & More Inclusive - Adults Only? ### What time is check-in at Palafitos Overwater Bungalows, Catamarán, Cenote, All & More Inclusive - Adults Only? ### What time is check-out at Palafitos Overwater Bungalows, Catamarán, Cenote, All & More Inclusive - Adults Only? ### Does Palafitos Overwater Bungalows, Catamarán, Cenote, All & More Inclusive - Adults Only provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Are there all-inclusive benefits at Palafitos Overwater Bungalows, Catamarán, Cenote, All & More Inclusive - Adults Only? ### Where is Palafitos Overwater Bungalows, Catamarán, Cenote, All & More Inclusive - Adults Only located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Palafitos Overwater Bungalows, Catamarán, Cenote, All & More Inclusive - Adults Only Reviews ## Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 145 8 - Good 5 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 5 2 - Terrible 2 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Staff & service ### 9.8/10 Amenities ### 9.8/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 9.8/10 Eco-friendliness ## Reviews ### 2/10 Terrible #### Raj Haresh 13 Dec 2025 The room, view and service w ##### Raj Haresh Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roberto 20 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Everything was perfect and luxurious. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2183f321-c8d8-4afe-a3df-153aa6ae8402-1760998534755.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/b6377398-ede6-4e66-af10-586508f54dbf-1760998531656.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e655dbdc-54ee-4b4b-9f9d-13940d8ef342-1760998533944.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ae859ad6-8081-482c-be58-6b2ef1612314-1760998534996.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Roberto Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### DeAndre 17 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean room, very friendly and helpful staff. We literally felt like kings and queens, we were pampered to the fullest. Amazing time. Enrique, Alberto, Alvaro, Shirem did an awesome job, they made us feel very welcome. We will definitely be back. ##### DeAndre Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Blanca Deyanira Valdez 1 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excelente todo ##### Blanca Deyanira Valdez Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brittany 14 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Better than I could have imagine. It was an amazing experience. ##### Brittany Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael 3 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities First off there was nothing I didn't like everything was 5 star. First class all the way. If you DO Not want to be treated like a King or Queen do not stay here go find a motel 6 or something because this is next level Service 💯. ##### Michael Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adam 16 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Everything was fantastic! Especially the service! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/accbfdde-4ec7-404f-a624-61de6266261d-1755379692742.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5a445495-cf18-4aaf-b3b7-efcfa1157c94-1755379693575.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/68fb60ce-da06-495e-baa9-b924b96e264a-1755379690226.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d24ba270-7635-489a-a63e-7781a2b89b27-1755379692746.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Adam Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Perry 16 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities IT was Great ##### Perry Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jen 14 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staff was very nice, courteousness, and polite. Greatest time staying in over water bungalow. Great food all around the resort. The seaweed patches were big but resort cleaned them up very fast. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/dc75983b-ca0f-49f8-8203-fa021dd03ad6-1755210797923.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0fcc609b-124b-4d61-a741-ecb3260447ee-1755210798828.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e10a71d6-b17b-4316-8633-4d2b8b02cdd8-1755210797075.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/099b0836-c1c5-4ab2-81ad-c4476c8567e7-1755210797262.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Jen Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Molly 13 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Everything was top notch! Clean, great staff, wonderful service, beautiful grounds. ##### Molly Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### stephane 28 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities . ##### stephane Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mathieu 14 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The absolute best experience for an anniversary or honeymoon! The staff is amazing. The Butlers were so nice and attentive and everyone was so amazing throughout the stay! ##### Mathieu Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jessica 12 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities A wonderful vacation, can’t wait to go back ##### Jessica Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### AMIT 11 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Palafitos is one of the best places I have ever stayed. I am going to visit Mexico and stay at Palafitos again. The area, view from rooms, accommodation standards, restaurants, staffs, I mean, everything is just great about Palafitos. ##### AMIT Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Danette K 10 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff was fabulous. Everything about this resort is fabulous. We’ll go back at least once or twice a year. Love it!!! ##### Danette K Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melissa 13 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Wonderful time ! ##### Melissa Stayed 4 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### santos 4 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Everything was impeccable! Everyone was great.. food was delicious! We celebrated our 25th anniversary there.. ##### santos Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer 5 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Palafitos was gorgeous and service was amazing. Excellent food and the live music at dinner and by the pool were great entertainment. ##### Jennifer Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthew 4 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This is a beautiful property with plenty of things to do on a daily basis or do nothing at all and relax whatever you like best! ##### Matthew Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carlos 11 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Next level VIP service worth every penny. ##### Carlos Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Marijan 27 Aug 2025 Unique was only restaurant at Palafitos Ocean was not swimmable and smells around the area on the beach not so good ( poor conditions in that department), room didn’t have iron, around the pool no one is asking for drinks, cleanliness at the pool poor. Butlers have a nice smile but work is small. Spa excellent. Entertainment 5 out of 10 Overall 5 out of 10 ##### Marijan Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marcus 7 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities This place was amazing! 5 star treatment from the beginning to the end. Food was amazing, service, beautiful beach beside the seaweed. But it’s everywhere. The bungalow was exceptionally nice. ##### Marcus Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marjory 13 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities All staff was friendly and courteous. Special thanks to Yasser anf Fernando and the male bartender near the palafitos check in. Housekeeping services were excellent ##### Marjory Stayed 4 nights in May 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### brad 27 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities Amazing ##### brad Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Megan 3 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We are going back! The service was like nothing I have ever experienced. 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