Secrets the Vine Cancun

Cancun, Mexico

Virgin rating

The hotel

This is Secrets first ever resort in Cancun and it’s a stunner! Adults-only and Unlimited-Luxury®, the design is cutting edge with every state-of-the-art facility you can think of. All rooms have private balconies revealing magnificent views of every sunrise and sunset over the ocean or lagoon. For true indulgence, head to the Secrets Spa by Pevonia®, inspired by local cave-like structures and cenotes; it’s a sublime experience, guaranteed to take your breath away! If yoga is more your thing, join like-minded others for some zen-like meditation in the open air or head to the pool for a spot of water aerobics. If you’ve always wanted to salsa, there are dancing lessons galore. After an action-packed day, or indeed a day just spent soaking up the sun — the choice is yours — head back to your beautifully appointed suite for sundowners on the terrace or enjoy a sommelier-led wine tasting with some of the world’s finest wine collections. When it comes to dining, again you’re spoilt for choice. The finest cuisine from around the world is served to you in a variety of restaurants, each one the perfect venue to linger in a while, soaking up the romantic atmosphere. Fancy a film after dinner? Some evenings there are films on the beach or dance the night away in the sports bar to the latest DJ-spun tunes!

Amenities

  • Kayaking
  • Sailing
  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Windsurfing
  • Honeymoon
  • Wedding
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant
  • Spa

Where is it

In central Cancun, alongside a powder-white beach, conveniently located close to enticing nightlife, fine restaurants and fabulous shopping. Transfer time from Cancun Airport: 20 minutes.

Hotel information

497 rooms. All with air-conditioning, balcony, Italian porcelain floors, teak wood furnishings and welcoming beds dressed with the finest luxury linens. Luxurious bathrooms wrapped in white glass. Satellite TV, telephone, complimentary WiFi access, mini-bar, tea/coffee maker, iPod docking station, safe, hairdryer, iron and board, chaise lounge or sofa, 24-hour room service, bathrobes and slippers and his-and-hers armoire. Deluxe Partial Ocean View Rooms with 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

All Inclusive of: Unlimited-Luxury® includes all meals (full breakfast, lunch and dinner) and snacks. Unlimited beverages including domestic and International alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks at any of the resort bars. Concierge services. Pool and beach wait service. WiFi. No wristbands required. All gratuities. All activities and entertainment above unless otherwise stated. 24-hour room service. Mini-bar (refreshed daily with soft drinks, juice, bottled water and beer).

Enjoy the 'Sip, Savour and See' Dining Experience which includes sipping artfully prepared cocktails at the bar or lounge of your choice, savouring complimentary cuisine at the restaurant of your choice and seeing the resort's nightly entertainment at companion properties (dinner only. Guests are responsible for cost of transportation to and from the resort. Terms and conditions apply).

Deluxe Ocean View Rooms with 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

Junior Suite Ocean View Rooms with seating area and 1 king-size floating bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Honeymoon Suite Ocean View Rooms with 1 king-size floating bed and separate seating area, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Honeymoon Suite Ocean Front Rooms with stunning ocean front views, 1 king-size floating bed and separate seating area, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Master Suite Ocean View Rooms with breathtaking views over the Caribbean Sea and television lounge/den that can be utilised as a second bedroom with pull-out sofa, main living area with dining table, 1 king-size floating bed, in-room soaking tub and corner terrace, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

Master Suite Ocean Front Rooms are as Master Suite Ocean View Rooms but with stunning ocean front vistas, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

Preferred Club Deluxe Ocean View Rooms are as per Deluxe Ocean View Rooms and include a personal butler allowing guests to check-in on their own floor, 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

Preferred Club Junior Suite Ocean View Rooms are as per Preferred Club Deluxe Ocean View Rooms but with separate seating area, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Preferred Club Honeymoon Suite Ocean View Rooms and Preferred Club Honeymoon Suite Ocean Front Rooms offer a private balcony with teak wood furnishings with stunning ocean views, with 1 king-size bed sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Preferred Club Master Suite Ocean View Rooms with 1 king-size bed and a pull-out sofa bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

Preferred Club Master Suite Ocean Front Rooms offer a spacious living area with Italian porcelain floors, dining table, sitting area and sofa. With 1 king-size bed and a pull-out sofa bed sleeping maximum 3 adults.


Preferred Club Benefits include:

  • Private Preferred Club Lounge
  • Preferred status and amenities
  • Concierge service
  • Daily Continental breakfast service in the lounge
  • Afternoon hot and cold hors d’oeuvres, exquisite desserts and fine liquors in the lounge
  • Private swimming pool
  • Pillow menu
  • Complimentary newspaper in room every day (English or Spanish)
  • Complimentary computer access in Preferred Lounge
  • Upgraded mini-bar service
  • Upgraded bath amenities.

7 reservation-free restaurants: Market Cafe (main buffet restaurant for breakfast and lunch, Mexican food for dinner), Nebbiolo (Italian restaurant), Dragons (Asian fusion restaurant), Olio (Mediterranean restaurant), Sea Salt Grill (Peruvian cuisine), Bluewater Grill (grill and steak restaurant), Barefoot Grill (snacks/grill). The Vine Bazaar: The Café (24-hours, premium coffee, snacks, late night bites). Room service (24 hours). 7 bars. Signature element of wine with a winery or wine wall including over 3,000 varieties of wine. Sommelier-led wine tastings* with some of the world’s finest wine collections as well as wine pairings and wine education.

Enjoy the 'Sip, Savour and See' Dining Experience and indulge in dinner, sip an artfully prepared cocktail and see the nightly entertainment at companion properties (terms and conditions apply).

Outdoor lounge, piano lounge, sports bar. Evening entertainment. Live music. Theme party nights. Films on the beach. Sommelier-led wine tastings*. Cocktail classes.

3 infinity pools and terrace swimming pool, outdoor whirlpool. Fitness centre. Secrets Spa by Pevonia®* with beauty salon*. Outdoor yoga. Water aerobics. Football. Volleyball. Deep-sea fishing*, scuba diving* and snorkelling*. Table tennis. Billiards. Dancing lessons. Discounted green fees at a nearby golf course (golf cart rental* mandatory, transportation not included, terms and conditions apply, subject to change). Wine tasting*. Mixology cocktail classes.

Laundry/dry-cleaning service*. 24-hour front desk. 24-hour room service and concierge services. Currency exchange, business centre, gift shop*, game area, travel agency* and car rental*. Complimentary WiFi throughout.

* Denotes local charge.

Please note: no reservations need to be made in any of the restaurants.

Please note: adults-only hotel for guest aged 18 years and over.

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Nov 23, 2024 Veronica C Los Angeles, California, United States

Beautiful property! The restaurants are great! Steak house one of the best! Sports Bar top notch in accommodating a fight during our visit. The staff very attentive. The only thing bad I would say is that I wish their pools would have been warmed!
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Nov 23, 2024 Oleg B Rochester, New York

In two words - buffet is completely disappointing selection, no air-conditioning in public areas and restaurants. Very limited alcohol selection. Everything else is fine. Rooms is fine and comfortable. Stuff is very friendly and responsive.
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Nov 23, 2024 brads9876

Having stayed here before, I knew exactly what to expect on this visit. Travelling with someone who had not been to Cancun, they were excited following my recommendation. This hotel is located in the Hotel Zone - a short transfer from the airport with nice views en-route. The staff are waiting to welcome you and escort you for check in. You will… Read more
Having stayed here before, I knew exactly what to expect on this visit. Travelling with someone who had not been to Cancun, they were excited following my recommendation. This hotel is located in the Hotel Zone - a short transfer from the airport with nice views en-route. The staff are waiting to welcome you and escort you for check in. You will either check in at the main reception or in a preferred lobby with personal concierge if booking a preferred room. I have done both - there are subtle differences but enjoyed both just the same! You will see people criticise this Hotel for entertainment - the staff are among the best I have encountered on my travels - everyone does such an amazing job and the logistics of running such a huge Hotel to this standard is simply impressive. There are activities and entertainment throughout the day at the pools, bars, lobby etc. - you can engage as much or as little as you like - we couldn't fault it as we were after a relaxing vacation so nothing too wild! The rooms were spacious and clean, beds comfortable - housekeeping twice daily. Whilst the balcony wasn't completely private - we did have an excellent view. The rooms nearest the Hard Rock get the best sun! The amenities were great and dual shower perfect. Ample storage space with safe, robes, slippers etc - everything you would expect in a Hotel of this standard. The ambience, service, quality of food/drinks across the whole resort are among the best I have experienced - there are so many options with something for everyone. Our favourites were Nebbiolo, Bluewater Grill, Vine Cafe and Market Cafe. Our favourite place to relax was on the beach - the staff are constantly passing by to handle any requests - some people did have trouble with lack of umbrellas but staff were on hand to help and done their best to accommodate - we never had any issues. We loved relaxing on the beach with drinks, the water is so blue and warm - lifeguards are very attentive! The spa and fitness centre looked fabulous but we are unable to comment as we didn't use either on this visit. The thing that made our stay extra special was the staff - every one of them deserves recognition for their hard work - from the staff at the entrance, housekeeping and chefs/restaurant staff! Everything was perfect and in particular we would like to personally thank our butlers Mauricio and Sebastian, Cesar, iDeisi, Lourdes, Nadia, Itzel, Reyna, Victoria, Ibeth, Claudia and her dad Louis - who looked after us on the beach and Ixchel. We are already looking forward to our next visit! Read less
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Nov 21, 2024 OWW123

Would give 0 star if possible! Big scam hotel, please go somewhere else if you want to enjoy your trip! We know that when you leave the hotel, you're often faced with scams and hidden fees, and unfortunately, Secret the Vine is no different. ALERT: The lock on our hotel room door stopped working, and the door wouldn’t lock. We’re unsure how long… Read more
Would give 0 star if possible! Big scam hotel, please go somewhere else if you want to enjoy your trip! We know that when you leave the hotel, you're often faced with scams and hidden fees, and unfortunately, Secret the Vine is no different. ALERT: The lock on our hotel room door stopped working, and the door wouldn’t lock. We’re unsure how long it had been unlocked, but thankfully, our belongings were safe. Our room phone line was broken and it took them 3 days to come check out the line. Hotel: The room doors, bathroom mirror, and corners of the bathroom were all in poor condition. When it started to rain, water leaked into the hotel. Service: It's clear that the staff doesn’t want to be there; they only show generosity and smile when tipped. However, they seem unhappy with small tips. Staff in general were` rude and unwelcoming to big groups. - A couple seated next to our table spent extra money on wine, and as a result, they turned on the AC just for their corner. Lobby: It seemed like they deliberately turned off the AC in the lobby, as if they didn't want people relaxing there. The lobby was unbearably hot, with the temperature at 30°C, and to make it worse, they also turned on the fireplace. Room: The room was very disappointing; the reality was a complete contrast to what I saw in the Google photos. The cleanliness was poor— they didn't clean the floor, restock the water or drinks in the fridge, and failed to remove the dirty towels. All inclusive deal: Even though this is an all-inclusive hotel, the staff seems unhappy if you drink or eat too much. While we were at Market Cafe with 10 friends, enjoying drinks and food, the manager became upset and stood beside us, glaring to make us feel unwelcome. The hotel offers a $200 coupon, but you can't use it without spending money first. For example, the spa costs $249, and you're only allowed to apply a $40 coupon, or for a romantic dinner priced at $280, you can use a $60 coupon. While they market it as VIP service, you still have to spend upfront to take advantage of it. Overall, this was the worst experience I've ever had. Secret the Vine ruined what was supposed to be an exciting trip with friends, leaving us all disappointed as we left Cancun with no desire to return. Read less
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Nov 21, 2024 Chihan H

My stay at Secrets The Vine Cancun was disappointing, especially given its reputation and high price. While some staff were warm and helpful, their efforts were overshadowed by others who were dismissive and unfriendly. Many servers appeared to improve their attitude only after receiving tips, which felt disingenuous. The front desk staff,… Read more
My stay at Secrets The Vine Cancun was disappointing, especially given its reputation and high price. While some staff were warm and helpful, their efforts were overshadowed by others who were dismissive and unfriendly. Many servers appeared to improve their attitude only after receiving tips, which felt disingenuous. The front desk staff, unfortunately, set a negative tone early in the trip, especially when they were reluctant to help resolve issues with our room’s broken lock and phone. Additionally, the dinner manager at the Market Grill was unnecessarily condescending, further diminishing the experience. The resort’s facilities also fell short of expectations, with the lobby being uncomfortably hot due to a lack of air conditioning, making it unpleasant to relax or enjoy meals in nearby restaurants. The coffee was underwhelming, with both regular brews and off-brand Nespresso pods falling far below the standard for a luxury resort. Room cleanliness was also disappointing, with stained furniture and bed sheets that undermined the advertised luxury. While the food was average at best, the beachside tacos were the one highlight of an otherwise lackluster dining experience. Overall, Secrets The Vine failed to live up to its reputation, and this ended up being my least enjoyable all-inclusive stay in Cancún. The resort has potential, but unless significant improvements are made, I cannot recommend it. Read less