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Iberostar Selection Paraíso Lindo vs Iberostar Selection Paraíso Maya Suites

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What the badges mean:FPFamily Preferred — solid family choiceFFFamily First — built around kids & teens
KIDDOMETER RECOMMENDATION

Best for most families: Iberostar Selection Paraíso Lindo

FFFamily First

Iberostar Selection Paraíso Lindo is an all-inclusive resort with an extensive water park, wave pool, lazy river, and dedicated Star Camp kids' club, making it ideal for families.

✓ OUR PICK
Iberostar Selection Paraíso Lindo
FFFamily First

Iberostar Selection Paraíso Lindo

$$$$ Per night, avg.

This lively all-inclusive resort provides extensive family activities, including a water park and a kids' club, alongside a beach on the Caribbean Sea. Families can enjoy diverse dining and recreation in a Spanish Colonial-style setting.

Iberostar Selection Paraíso Maya Suites
FFFamily First

Iberostar Selection Paraíso Maya Suites

$$$$ Per night, avg.

This refined all-inclusive beachfront hotel offers a dedicated kids' club and a comprehensive water park area, ensuring entertainment for children of all ages. Families benefit from spacious suites, some accommodating up to six guests, along with a lazy river and a variety of dining options.

AT A GLANCE

Quick Facts

FEATURE
Iberostar Selection Paraíso Lindo
Iberostar Selection Paraíso Maya Suites
Price
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Best For
Best for families with elementary-age kids and pre-teens looking for an active, all-inclusive beach vacation.
Best for families with toddlers, elementary-age, and pre-teen kids who enjoy extensive water activities, and multi-generational groups seeking comfortable all-inclusive accommodations.
WHAT THEY BOTH SHARE
✓ All Inclusive✓ Kids Club✓ Waterslide✓ Spa✓ Beachfront✓ Babysitting✓ Family Rooms
AROUND THE RESORT

Nearby Highlights

IBEROSTAR SELECTION PARAÍSO LINDO
→Playa Paraíso Beach — Directly on
→Maroma Beach — Approximately 9 min drive (5 km)
→Playa del Carmen (5th Avenue) — Approximately 20-25 min drive (22 km)
→Xel-Há Park — Approximately 55-60 min drive (67 km)
→Tulum Ruins — Approximately 1 hr 10-15 min drive (84 km)
IBEROSTAR SELECTION PARAÍSO MAYA SUITES
→Playa Paraíso Beach — Directly on
→Cirque du Soleil JOYÀ — 5-10 min drive
→Xcaret Park — 30-35 min drive
→Xplor Park — 30-35 min drive
→Akumal Beach — 40-45 min drive
THE UPSIDE

Things Families Love

IBEROSTAR SELECTION PARAISO LINDO
✓Expansive water park with seven slides, wave pool, and lazy river for endless water fun
✓Star Camp offers supervised activities for children and teens from 4-17 years old
✓All-inclusive resort with numerous dining options, including buffets and specialty restaurants
✓Access to amenities and restaurants across the larger Iberostar Paraíso complex
✓Family suites available with two bedrooms and living areas for more space
✓Complimentary non-motorized water activities like kayaking and windsurfing
IBEROSTAR SELECTION PARAISO MAYA
✓Extensive Aquafun water park with slides, lazy river, and wave pool
✓Comprehensive Star Camp kids' club for ages 0-17 with daily activities
✓All-inclusive experience covering meals, drinks, and non-motorized water sports
✓Access to sister resorts within the larger Iberostar Paraíso Complex
✓Numerous swimming pools, including a dedicated children's area
✓Spacious Two Bedroom Family Junior Suites with connecting rooms
✓Direct beachfront access with resort efforts to clear seaweed
BEFORE YOU BOOK

Things to Know

IBEROSTAR SELECTION PARAISO LINDO
!A la carte restaurant reservations can be challenging to secure, book upon arrival
!Resort is large, expect significant walking distances between areas, though shuttle carts are available
!Some rooms may feel a bit dated compared to newer resorts
!Sargassum seaweed can occasionally affect the beach seasonally
!Babysitting services are available for an extra hourly fee
IBEROSTAR SELECTION PARAISO MAYA
!Babysitting and nanny services are available at an extra cost
!Food quality can be inconsistent at buffets and some à la carte restaurants
!Reservations for specialty restaurants can be challenging to secure
!Be prepared for potential timeshare or vacation club sales pitches upon arrival
!The resort is very large, requiring walking or utilizing golf cart transportation
!Sargassum seaweed can affect the beach seasonally, despite cleanup efforts
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