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1.  Description of the El Dorado Royal Resort & Spa        2.  Room types 3.  General resort information 4.  Dining & Entertainment 5.  Activities 6.  All-inclusive features 7.  Prices 8.  Passport information 9.  Make a reservation 10. Additional information

Resort Description

Voted one of the Conde Nast Traveler's top 100 Hotels in the world, El Dorado Royale, A Spa Resort, by Karisma is Mexico's premier adults-only, beachfront resort where couples, wedding parties and honeymooners savor a Gourmet Inclusive experience; a vacation that fosters togetherness. Luxuriously romantic, stretching along a secluded beach, the resort provides indulgences from Gourmet a la carte cuisine and swim-up suites to a lavish spa and concierge services. 

At El Dorado Royal, A Spa Resort the traditional Mexican saying "Mi Casa Es Su Casa" is take quite literally.  It is how we define our way of thinking, service and hospitality.  From the moment you step into the resort you will experience the signature service of El Dorado Royale.  Before checking in you will be greeted by our AAA four diamond award winning staff and welcomed with a complimentary glass of champagne.

Located on the beautiful Riviera Maya, just twenty-five minutes south of Cancun Airport, the Gourmet Inclusive El Dorado Royale is an exclusive resort offering laid back luxury for adults.

Room Types

Garden View Junior Suite

Jacuzzi Junior Suite has beautiful garden views with natural materials such as wood and marble. Each suite has a jacuzzi, air conditioning, ceiling fan, night table, radio/alarm clock, safety deposit box, private bath or shower, hair dryer, cable TV, amenity kit, terrace or balcony with a hammock and 2 chairs, mini bar with beer, water, soft drinks refilled once a day, iron & ironing board and a coffee maker

Casita Suite

In addition to all junior suite furnishings, the romantically designed Ocean Front Casita Suites feature a roofless shower, high ceilings, palapa roof, double sink, full bath and shower, private room for the toilet, ocean view jacuzzi, an oversized balcony with breathtaking views of the Caribbean sea and DVD & CD player. Ocean Front Casita Suites special treats include: DVD library, upgraded amenities kit, exclusive concierge service 8am-10:30pm, lounge, guaranteed seating for specialty restaurants, turn down service, pillow menu, beach butler, and aromatherapy in your room.

The Casitas suites comprise a separate, secluded area of the hotel and are uniquely designed combining elements of luxury, space and local craftsmanship. Along with all the standard furnishings they feature concierge service, luxury amenities, extra high ceilings, full bath and shower, an oversized balcony with breathtaking views of the Caribbean sea, an ocean view indoor Jacuzzi and the private, romantic open air shower called "aguas del amor". The Casitas suites are situated around semi private pools with a swim up bar.

General Hotel Information

Room details:

• Adjoining rooms: No
• Air conditioning: Yes
• Bathroom amenities: Private bath or shower, hair dryer, Jacuzzi tub, bathrobes, some casitas have double sinks.
• Balcony: Yes
• Cribs: No
• Internet access: Yes, additional fees may apply
• Iron/ironing board: Yes, in room
• Kitchen facilities: No
• Non-smoking rooms: Yes, subject to availability
• Rollaway beds: No
• Safe deposit box: Yes (complimentary electronic in-room safe)
• Smoke alarm/sprinklers: Yes/No
• Telephone: Yes, additional fees may apply
• Television/radio: Color cable TV/ Radio alarm clock 

Hotel details:

• Babysitting service: No
• Check-in/check-out: 3:00pm/ 12:00pm
• Children ages: No children allowed
• Concierge: Yes
• Courtesy room/day room: Yes, subject to availability
• Housekeeping service: Daily
• Luggage check/storage: Yes
• Luggage porter/bellhop: Yes
• Number of floors/elevators: 3 floors/ No

Dining & Entertainment

Dining Facilities:

• D'Italia - Contemporary Italian cuisine. Open for dinner a la carte from 5:30pm - 10:00pm. Stylish air-conditioned specialty restaurant. Non-smoking restaurant. Dress code required - No T-shirts, tank-tops, shorts, Bermuda shorts, tennis shoes or beach sandals
• El Cocotal - Elegant air conditioned restaurant serving a la carte breakfast from 7:00am - 11:00am and dinner a la carte from 5:30pm - 10:00pm. Non-smoking restaurant. Dress code required - No T-shirts, tank-tops, shorts, Bermuda shorts, tennis shoes or beach sandals. Chef's menu changed daily, a variety of house wines are offered.
• Kampai - Pacific rim cuisine a la carte. Open for breakfast from 7:00am - 11:00am; lunch 12:30pm - 3:00pm and dinner 6:00pm - 10:00pm. Non-smoking restaurant. Dress code required - No T-shirts, tank-tops, shorts, Bermuda shorts, tennis shoes or beach sandals
• La Isla - A la carte International cuisine. Open air Palapa restaurant. Features continental breakfast from 6:00am - 7:00am and international breakfast from 7:00am - 11:00am, lunch 12:30pm - 3:30pm. Dinner from 6:00pm - 10:00pm. Non-smoking. Dress code required - Pants or bermuda shorts, t-shirts with sleeves, and any kind of shoe except beach sandals
• Jo Jo's Caribbean Seaside Grill - Caribbean cuisine. Lunch served from 11:00am - 4:00pm. Caribbean delights served from 6:00pm - 10:00pm. Non-smoking restaurant.
• Las Fuentes - Culinary theatre and lounge. Breakfast 7:00am - 11:00am. Dinner and Chef's performance 6:00pm & 8:30pm. Dinner is prepared to order in one of five open kitchens, live cooking. "Flavors and Colors of Mexico" is open from 6:00pm - 10:00pm. Non-smoking restaurant. Dress code required - o T-shirts, tank-tops, shorts, Bermuda shorts, tennis shoes or beach sandals
• La Fondue - Dinner from 5:30pm - 10:00pm. Try one of many gourmet fondues while sipping away a splendid glass of wine. Non-smoking restaurant. Dress code required - Pants or bermuda shorts, t-shits with sleeves and any kind of shoe except beach sandals.
• La Cabaña Pizza - Open from 12:00noon - 5:00pm. Wood burning oven pizzas served to order and a selection of Angus burgers, gourmet bites among other succulent Mexican "botana" preparations.
• Rincon Mexicano - Open from 12:00noon - 5:00pm, authentic Mexican delicacies.

• Room service available 24 hours - Unlimited order from the 24 room service (restrictions apply durning rainy days)

Cocktail lounges/bars:

• Lobby Bar Martinis - 12noon - 2:00am. Serving premium brand beverage selections. Spectacular view of the Caribbean sea and music.
• Healthy Bar - Open from 8:00am - 4:00pm. Serving fresh fruit, whole-wheat cookies and smoothies
• Bar Las Guacamayas - 5:00pm - 2:00am. Serving cold Mexican beers, cheladas, exotic cocktails or aged tequila. Live music.
• Swim up Bar La Isla - 9:00am - 5:00pm. Located at the main pool.
• Swim up Bar Las Fuentes - 9:00am - 5:00pm. Swim up bar located at Las Fuentes swimming pool.
• Bar Cotorros - 8:00am - 4:00pm. Healthy Bar.
• Gaviotas Seashore Bar - 9:00am to 11:00pm. Located in front of Kampai restaurant.
• Swim up Bar Tucanes - 9:00am - 5:00pm. Swim up bar also offering a shaded area with comfortable seating.
• Beach Bar - 9:00am - 2:00am. Located at the beach with spectacular views of the ocean.

Casita Section:

• Swim up Bar Papagayos - Swim-up bar located at the casitas suites section 26, open from 10:00am - 6:00pm
• Swim up Bar Pericos - Swim-up bar with swings, located at the casitas suites section 25, open from 10:00am - 6:00pm
• Swim up Bar Pelicanos - Swim-up bar with swings, located at the casitas suites section 27, open from 10:00am - 6:00pm
• Swim up Colibri - Swim-up bar with swings, located at the casitas suites section 28, open from 10:00am - 6:00pm
• Swim up Quetzal - Swim-up bar with swings, located at the casitas suites section 29, open from 10:00am - 6:00pm
• Swim up Golondrinas - Swim-up bar located at the casita suites section 31, open from 10:00am - 6:00pm

Entertainment: Comedy shows, musicals, and dancing programs
Room service: Yes, 24 hours unlimited

Activities

Pool: Yes/ 13 outdoor pools (one saltwater pool) and towel service in pool and beach area, drink service on the beach. Whirlpool/sauna: Yes, outdoor whirlpool and each room has in room Jacuzzi/Yes Beach: Yes, towel service, drink service on the beach. Butler beach service provided only in casitas. Water sports: Yes, non-motorized, paddleboats, kayaks, and snorkeling gear, Scuba clinics in the pool, Wave runners and Parasailing at extra cost. Spa: Massages: Relaxing & anti-stress, Swedish, sports, reflexology & shiat-su. Sky Massage Facials: Deep cleansing, moisturizing, nourishing, revitalizing & oxygenating. Special body treatments: Exfoliating body scrub, milk bath, thermal mud massage, royale deluxe. Beauty salon: Manicure, pedicure and braids.

Fitness Center: Yes Golf: 20 minutes away from the Playa Golf Club, additional fees may apply Tennis: Yes, 2 hard surface lighted tennis courts. Rackets and balls provided free of charge. Restrictions apply if used at night. Shops: Yes, Gift shop & Logo shop

All-Inclusive Features

Gourmet Inclusive by Karisma

• Accommodations as selected
• Welcome glass of sparkling wine
• All meals and Gourmet Bites
• Unlimited local and selection of international premium brands, Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
• Minibar with beer, water, and soft drinks refilled once a day.
• Daily and nightly activity program.
• Bicycles provided to ride around the premises.
• Non-motorized water sports: paddleboats, kayak and snorkeling gear.
• Scuba clinics in the pool.
• Hospitality desk
• 13 swimming pools, one of which is a natural salt-water pool.
• 2 hard surface lighted tennis courts. Rackets and balls provided free of charge. Restrictions apply if used at night.
• Taxes and gratuities included.
• Live music and shows.
• Shopping tours to Cancun and Playa del Carmen. Reservations required.
• Fitness center
• Sauna and steam room
• 24 hour room service. Restrictions apply on rainy days

Prices

4 nights	Garden View Junior Suite	$977.53*
10/15 - 10/19	Casita Suite	$1,508.03*
7 nights	Garden View Junior Suite	$1,433.53*
10/12 - 10/19	Casita Suite	$2,377.53*

*Per person based on double-occupancy

Prices include roundtrip air via Northwest/Delta Airlines with connections from MSP.  Roundtrip transfers to the hotel and back to the airport are included in the package price. Prices do not include optional Travel Protection Plan at $99.00 per person or Travel Protection Price Plus at $129.00 per person.

Martha Aas - Travel One Information

Martha Aas, a Travel One Mexico specialist, will be managing the travel arrangements for the wedding. Martha has been in the travel business 18 years and was recently named the top Mexico Travel Agent in the Twin Cities by MLT Inc., for her Mexico sales and expertise.

Please contact Martha at Travel One (maas@traveloneinc.com / 952-854-2551) for more information.

Passports

 PASSPORTS ARE REQUIRED! Please click here for more passport information.

Contact Information

Travel related questions Martha Aas at Travel One: (maas@traveloneinc.com / 952-854-2551 / 800-245-1111) Please RSVP to Katie & Christopher as soon as possible so they can plan appropriately!    Looking forward to seeing you there!