What’s special about this resort
With apartment-style units complete with kitchenettes and living rooms, this all-inclusive resort will feel like home away from home. Comfortable accommodations aside, Marival Distinct Luxury Residences also has luxurious amenities – five pools, a tennis and pickleball court, a fitness center, Kids Club, and spa – that will keep every member of the family happy.
The all-inclusive package consists of access to five restaurants, five pools, a fitness center, and a beach club. The Kids Club and Teen Lounge services are also included, along with non-motorized watersport equipment. Guests can also use all the amenities and choose from any of the dining options at the neighboring Marival Resort & Spa.
Things we like:
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The resort has large apartment-style units with kitchenettes, living areas, and up to four bedrooms -
Some units come with private or semi-private pools
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A few extra room perks include a welcome bottle of wine and personalized aromatherapy
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The food and drinks at five restaurants/bars are exceptionally good for an all-inclusive resort
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There’s a total of five pools, including a large free-form pool with a bonfire in the middle
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A beach club with restaurant and infinity pool is a five minute walk from the resort and is included with your stay
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A Kids Club, Teen Lounge, and children’s pool is available for younger guests
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Guests have access to the amenities and dining at the sister property, Marival Resort & Suites
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Staff members are attentive and friendly
Things we don't like:
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The resort isn’t technically “beachfront”, since the beach is a five minute walk away -
There’s little else within walking distance
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The resort lacks activities or entertainment options, but more are available at the sister resort
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Certain premium alcohol is excluded from the all-inclusive package
What to do
A short walk away, the beach club is where you can find a swimmable beach, an oceanfront infinity pool, and a restaurant that’s open from sun up to sun down. Spend a morning kayaking the ocean waves or take a stroll along the shore to collect seashells.
Your kids can use those seashells to create a special souvenir at the Kids Club, where plenty of activities, games, and crafts await them. Slather them with sunscreen before they run off to the children’s pool, where they can enjoy even more games and fun in the sun. Meet up in the evenings for s’mores at the main pool’s bonfire pit.
Don’t forget to check out the spa and use your complimentary demo service! Enjoy a 15 minute facial and check out the unique international themed treatment rooms.
What to eat
The consensus about the food at this resort is pretty clear… it’s delicious! The beachfront Mozzamare serves breakfast and lunch in a casual, flip-flop friendly environment, while dinner is a little more upscale. Either way, you can expect great food with extraordinary ocean views.
On the same note, Lemmon Grass is the other dinner spot that’s fancy enough for a special date night. Enjoy gourmet dishes in an open-air dining area. For smaller bites, check out Brunello. An extensive selection of wines can be paired with the yummiest snacks – charcuterie boards, tostadas, and more.
There’s always something new to try at Omaggio. The international menu rotates for dinner, while breakfast and lunch are mostly American and Mexican dishes. Seafood lovers will delight in the lunch menu that features crab salads, calamari, and tuna sandwiches.
The stunning Insu Sky Bar is known for beautiful sunset views and specialty cocktails. It doesn’t serve only drinks though, an international small plates menu includes everything from dim sum to corn dogs.
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Things we like:
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The resort has large apartment-style units with kitchenettes, living areas, and up to four bedrooms
-
Some units come with private or semi-private pools
-
A few extra room perks include a welcome bottle of wine and personalized aromatherapy
-
The food and drinks at five restaurants/bars are exceptionally good for an all-inclusive resort
-
There’s a total of five pools, including a large free-form pool with a bonfire in the middle
-
A beach club with restaurant and infinity pool is a five minute walk from the resort and is included with your stay
-
A Kids Club, Teen Lounge, and children’s pool is available for younger guests
-
Guests have access to the amenities and dining at the sister property, Marival Resort & Suites
-
Staff members are attentive and friendly
Things we don't like:
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The resort isn’t technically “beachfront”, since the beach is a five minute walk away
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There’s little else within walking distance
-
The resort lacks activities or entertainment options, but more are available at the sister resort
-
Certain premium alcohol is excluded from the all-inclusive package
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