Sojeong K.
Yelp
Hyatt was perfect from beginning to end. It's obviously an older establishment, but it's well maintained. Our room had slight mildew smell, but it wasn't too bad. I figured it's because Cancun itself is so humid. I was just glad that the floors weren't carpeted. The toiletry items are ok. The fridge was stocked with soda, beer, and water. There's also a nespresso machine with some pods and snacks. Of course, the best part of the room was the hot tub overlooking the ocean. Our room was "ocean view" and not "ocean front" but it still was marvelous. We were on the third floor so it was only slightly obstructed with palm trees. The balconies are very close together and we had to quickly close the curtains whenever our neighbors were out on the balcony. You get a beautiful direct view of the sun, and the black-out curtains are very helpful in the morning.
I think the best part of the hotel is the service. All the employees are very hard working and they greet you pleasantly wherever you go. They are constantly looking to see if you need another drink or the next food item.
Kudos to Cesar, who served us twice at Maria Marie and La Cantina Adelita. He went above and beyond in making our meals so enjoyable. The manager at the restaurant was also friendly, respectful, and helpful.
The hotel essentially has 4 restaurants. It's my first time in Cancun and I chose Hyatt Zilara after reading all the reviews on google and yelp that talked about the excellent food. The food definitely did not disappoint. My favorite restaurant was Maria Marie even though the view is not as good as Punta Vista. Top items I got at Maria Marie were: lobster and beef tostadas, octopus with mole, and pumpkin dessert. Punta Vista had great fish with risotto and steak. Teppanyaki was also very enjoyable and tasty. I actually didn't expect to much from Spice, the international buffet, but it was actually amazing! Breakfast is pretty much the same daily, but they have different items/theme everyday for other meals.
I didn't care too much about drinks, but they were all to the point! The drinks are properly made (and not watered down), and the bartenders are very prompt. They keep your glass flowing at restaurants and the pool. They have amazing well-crafted cocktails at Maria Marie and Mixology Lab.
I can tell the hotel is making an effort to care about the environment because they have reusable plastic cups (for outdoor drink), no straws, and having reusable bottles of shampoo and conditioner.
One of the perks at Zilara is that you have activities planned throughout the day. My boyfriend and I went to our first pilates and yoga class, pottery class, and tequila and wine tasting class. They always had some sort of performance to watch at night. One of my favorite event was the "Mexican kermes." I think I had THE best al pastor tacos and churros on that night.
Hyatt Zilara had everything: great food and drinks, service, views, and comfort.