Our family of 3 recently stayed at the Barcelo Colonial. By comparison, we have stayed at Palladiums in both Mexico and Jamaica, Iberostar in Dominican, and a Sirenis in Cuba. This resort didn't have the big wow factor we experienced at some of the others (especially Palladium) but over the week we liked it more and more. As others have... More

Had a great time at the hotel - great beach(s) and pools. The beach to the south of the pier is definitely better as it is sandier than the beach in front of the Colonial. Buffet was good though the selection really didn't change much from day to day. The a la carte restaurants were better than the Buffet but... More

Everything was great at this resort. It is a very large facility, and the only recommendation I have would be to have little golf carts available for people that cannot walk all day. Directional signs are not too good - and it is easy to get lost.

This was our 2nd time visiting Barcelo Maya Colonial. Our last trip was 2 years ago. It was nice seeing some of the same employees that were there our first trip. We were very satisfied once again. Beautiful place, beautiful ocean, and very friendly people!! The first time we stayed we were not able to get into the resturants as... More

Better late then never.. this trip was October 2012 Well I sit here eating the hard shell peanuts that I brought home from the resort. All I can say is WOW This was trip #6. I have tried other and Barcelo is simply the best of what I have tried. Flew AirTransat out of Toronto, no issues, no delays... Customs... More

We stayed at the colonial side april 28-may 5, 2013, we traveled with 2 other people. We are mid-late 20's, and this resort was a family friendly resort. Overall I would give the resort a 3-4 star out of 5. It isnt 5 star quality(palace may be) but where we stayed it was probably 3.5 at best. I will break... More

My oldest grandson was married here on the 18th April. Unfortunately I had a nasty fall on the 17th. The resort staff and the medics could not have been better. Unfortunatly I spent the next 9 days in hospital in Playa del Carmen, but here again everyone was so good to me. I was eventually brought back to my hometown... More

My wife, daughter (4 y.o.), and I spent 7 days at Barcelo Maya Colonial in April 2013. Here are my notes for those interested: 1. If you are looking for a noisy, fun resort with good entertainment - this place is not for you. There are no activities like you see at other resorts, the entertainment team is sleepy and... More

My daughters and I travelled February 2013 with 5 other family members. We ranged in age from 9-65 years. The resort is a little pricier than some in the area but I must say I have absolutely nothing negative to say abut our experience. The accommodations were wonderful, grounds were absolutely beautiful and the food was tramendous. The evening entertainment... More