Valentin Imperial Maya: My Home Away From Home

Suites: There are 10 suite categories at the Valentin to accommodate guests with a wide range of budgets. Whether you are looking to be close to the restaurants and shops; steps away from the pool or right on the beach there truly is a suite category for everyone. My personal favorite is the Emerald Suite. These suites have recently been renovated and are located right on the beach. These suites are located on the far end of the resort and it is very quiet and peaceful.

Gastronomy: The food and drink at the Valentin are top notch and will keep you coming back for more. There are 8 restaurants, 3 food carts and 1 coffee shop. One of the perks at the Valentin that you won’t see at other resorts is that the only restaurant that requires a reservation is the Teppayaki located inside Ginger. Beyond that no reservations are required. Of course you do have the option to make reservations through the concierge if you would like. The food trucks located by the golden pool are a great place to grab a quick bite and get right back in the pool.

Pro tip: don’t leave your food unattended or Kevin the notorious resort iguana will steal your food. Cafe Sisal is a new addition within the last few years and offers great coffee drinks as well as quick grab and go snacks. The horchata latte is my drink of choice at Cafe Sisal. Since the Valentin is an all inclusive resort you can enjoy almost everything without having to worry about extra costs. If there is anything that does cost extra ie; lobster and certain wines it is very clearly marked. The prices listed are in pesos.

Staff: There are simply not enough words to describe the staff at the Valentin. Every single person you interact with is so incredibly friendly. From the second you arrive at the resort to the second you sadly drive away they make sure you are happy and your needs are met. They love taking photos and sharing laughs with guests. Everyone is quite simply amazing and one of the major reasons we keep going back.

I could talk all day about the Valentin and why I love it so much but these are the highlights. The Valentin is an all inclusive adults-only resort about 20 minutes away from Cancun International Airport. There is a suite to suit every need and budget. The staff is simply amazing and will make your stay even more memorable. For the foodies the Valentin offers a wide range of cuisines and options so enjoy it, try something new and savor every flavor.

This trip report is part of our ongoing series on Travel to Mexico. In need of further inspiration? Check out LeeAnn Mills’s trip report, A Girls-Only Trip to UNICO 20°87° Hotel Riviera Maya.