Set along the secluded shores of Bahía Petempich in Puerto Morelos—just 20 minutes south of Cancun International Airport—the Iberostar Selection Riviera Cancún marks a multi-million-dollar transformation of the former Azul Sensatori estate into Iberostar’s elevated “Selection” tier.
| Resort Feature | Property Specifications & Details |
| Location | Bahía Petempich, Puerto Morelos, Quintana Roo (~20 mins from CUN Airport) |
| Guest Demographic | Family-Friendly with Exclusive Adults-Only Star Prestige Sections |
| Inclusions Model | All-Inclusive (7 Restaurants, 6 Bars, 5 Pools, & 24-Hr Room Service) |
| Accommodations | 444 Upgraded Suites (Swim-Up Suites, Family Walkouts, & Star Prestige) |
| Primary Amenities | SPA Sensations, Star Camp, 5 Outdoor Pools, Water Park, & Tennis Courts |
Family-Friendly Layout with Adults-Only Sanctuaries
Iberostar Selection Riviera Cancún delivers a balanced multi-generational retreat by combining structured youth programming with quiet adult-only zones:
- Star Prestige Adults-Only VIP Tier: Upgrading to the Star Prestige category unlocks an exclusive, adults-only (18+) sanctuary within the resort. Inclusions feature access to a private Star Prestige oceanfront pool deck, a secluded beach lounge area with waiter service, VIP lounge check-in, and upgraded suite amenities.
- Adult Relaxation & Wellness: Adult guests can relax at quiet pool decks, experience hydrotherapy water circuits inside SPA Sensations, or take advantage of adult seating at specialty à la carte restaurants.
- Star Camp Youth Program: Features three age-tailored clubs—Monkey (ages 4–7), Dolphin (ages 8–12), and Eagle (teens 13–17)—offering scientific challenges, sensory play, digital creation spaces, and a multi-slide splash water park.
Accommodations & Suite Design
The resort’s 444 renovated suites feature Mediterranean-coastal aesthetics, light wood finishes, and smart-room automation:
- Swim-Up & Walkout Suites: Ground-floor suites step directly from private furnished terraces into winding, semi-private swim-up pool channels or direct pool lawn walkouts.
- Family Suite Layouts: One-bedroom family suites provide distinct sleeping zones for parents and children, positioned steps from the kids’ pool and Star Camp facilities.
- In-Room Luxuries: Furnished balconies, marble bathrooms with hydro-massage tubs, rainfall showerheads, daily restocked minibars, smart climate control, and purified water fountains.
Gourmet Gastronomy & Wave of Change Sustainability
Iberostar’s “Honest Food” philosophy focuses on live-cooking stations and fresh regional ingredients across its dining venues:
- 7 Dining Outlets & 6 Bars: Specialty à la carte venues include Zama (Mexican fine dining), La Casona (Caribbean fusion), Pinxos 32 (Spanish tapas), Davino (Italian), a gourmet burger boutique, wood-fired pizzeria, and a 24-hour Star Café.
- Wave of Change Initiative: Operates a single-use plastic-free campus supported by an on-site water filtration plant, 100% sustainably sourced seafood, and local marine conservation projects.
What Makes Iberostar Selection Riviera Cancún Special
Positioned in Puerto Morelos just 20 minutes from Cancun Airport, the resort combines short transit times with expansive multi-pool grounds, dedicated Star Prestige adults-only enclaves, and pioneering ocean conservation initiatives.
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