Short answer

Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya suits adults-only wedding groups who want a beachfront setting and a choice of intimate outdoor and larger indoor venues.

Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya, destination wedding resort

Personally TouredLuxury

Mexico · Riviera Maya

Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya

Riviera Maya, Mexico

Luxuryup to 450 guestsPersonally Toured by Shanna

I'd Plan My Daughter's Wedding Here

Every resort on this site passed my vetting. But this is one of the resorts where, if my daughter called me tomorrow and said she was engaged — this is where I'd be genuinely excited to start planning.

By Shanna Fowler, Certified Destination Wedding Planner and Travel Advisor

Price Category

Luxury

Rooms

434

Ceremony Types

Legal · Same-sex · Symbolic · Vow Renewal

Adults-only beachfront resort with ten distinct wedding venues from an intimate 15-guest garden to a 400-capacity ballroom.

Wedding Venues

Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya Ballroom — Ballroom

Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya Coco Cafe Deck — Coco Cafe Deck

Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya Desires Terrace — Desires Terrace

Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya Lagoon Poolside — Lagoon Poolside

Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya Plaza Akumal — Plaza Akumal

Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya Seaside Garden — Seaside Garden

Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya Secret Garden — Secret Garden

Ceremony Types

LegalSame-sexSymbolicVow Renewal

FAQ

Is Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya adults-only or family-friendly?

Adults-only (Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya does not accommodate children).

Guest feedback

What do wedding guests say about this resort?

Guests consistently rave about the swimmable bay, snorkeling with sea turtles, lush grounds, service, and romantic atmosphere. The resort can be expensive, pool chairs fill early, and seaweed can still affect conditions seasonally. It is one of the strongest adults-only wedding choices for couples prioritizing a beautiful, swimmable beach and a polished guest experience. Overall, the recurring feedback suggests that the best experience comes from matching the resort's personality and layout to the guest list rather than choosing on photos alone.

Location