Surrounded by tropical greenery, the Riu Tequila has a secluded setting and lots of pools and restaurants.

This place is on a relaxed part of the Caribbean Coast. It’s five minutes’ walk down to the platinum-shine beach – or there are golf buggies to whisk you down there in half the time. And, when you want a change of scene, colourful Playa del Carmen’s a five-minute drive away.

You’ll find a quartet of pools here, including an adults-only option with a swim-up bar, plus a children’s pool with waterslides. Five restaurants have dining covered and you can get snacks 24 hours a day. The Riu Yucatan and the Riu Playacar are just next door – you can use some of their facilities, too.