Palafitos Overwater Bungalows

Name: Palafitos Overwater Bungalows
Address: Playa del Carmen, MX
Telephone: +52 998 528 0558
Rating: 4.8

Playa del Carmen, Mexico·4.8(611 reviews)

✦Only overwater bungalows in Mexico✦Maroma Beach — top 10 most beautiful beaches in the world✦Glass floor panels in every bungalow✦Private infinity pool✦Direct ladder access to the Caribbean✦Full butler service 24/7✦All-inclusive Gourmet Inclusive® experience✦Overwater Grill & Wine Bar above the sea

The Overwater Experience

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Glass floor panels

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Private infinity pool

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Ladder access to the Caribbean

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Indoor hot tub for two

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Full butler service

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Daily breakfast served in-bungalow

Palafitos at El Dorado Maroma is the only overwater bungalow resort in Mexico — on Maroma Beach, one of the world's top 10 beaches. All-inclusive adults-only with glass floor panels, private infinity pools, direct ladder access to the Caribbean and a full butler in every bungalow. The overwater Grill & Wine Bar has glass-floor dining rooms above the sea.

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Glass floor panelsPrivate infinity poolLadder access to the CaribbeanIndoor hot tub for twoFull butler serviceDaily breakfast served in-bungalowOutdoor 'Aguas del Amor' shower

What guests say about the villas

Palafitos is the only overwater bungalow resort in all of Mexico — combining the classic overwater experience with all-inclusive luxury on one of the world's most beautiful beaches. Guests consistently rate it as transformative.

❝"Beyond anything we could have imagined — glass floor, private pool, butler, ladder to the Caribbean" — Lore L.

❝"The only overwater bungalows in Mexico — on one of the world's top 10 beaches"

❝"Pure luxury from start to finish — all-inclusive with butler, infinity pool and glass floor" — Amy R.

Dining

Overwater Grill & Wine Bar

Grill & International

Two glass-floor dining rooms above the Caribbean sea — the resort's signature restaurant.

In-bungalow dining

Any cuisine

Full breakfast served in-bungalow daily. Pre-dinner drinks and gourmet bites by the butler.

Multiple à la carte restaurants

Mexican, Italian, Asian, more

All included in the Gourmet Inclusive® experience — no vouchers, no limits.

Resort amenities

🪟 Glass floor panels in every bungalow

🏊 Private infinity pool

🌊 Ladder from bungalow to the Caribbean

🛎️ Full butler service 24/7

🍽️ All-inclusive Gourmet Inclusive® experience

🍳 Daily breakfast served in-bungalow

🛁 Indoor hot tub for two

🚿 Outdoor 'Aguas del Amor' shower

💆 Náay Spa (overwater, Mayan treatments)

🏄 Non-motorized water sports included

📶 Free WiFi

Why here for overwater?

🌊Warm turquoise waters year-round

🤫Peaceful, isolated escape

🐠Rich marine life at your doorstep

🌅Unobstructed sunsets from your terrace

Best time to visit

Nov – AprDry

Calm seas, clear skies.

May – OctWet

Lower prices.

💡 Check destination-specific weather.

Quick info

Currency

Local / USD

Language

English widely spoken

Overwater villas — FAQ

Are these the only overwater bungalows in Mexico?

Yes — Palafitos at El Dorado Maroma is the only resort in Mexico with overwater bungalows. All other Caribbean-style overwater resorts are in the Maldives, French Polynesia or the Caribbean islands.

Is everything really included?

Yes — the Gourmet Inclusive® all-inclusive covers all meals at multiple restaurants, premium beverages, water sports, activities and butler service. There are no vouchers or limits.

What is Maroma Beach?

Maroma Beach on Mexico's Riviera Maya is consistently ranked among the world's top 10 most beautiful beaches — soft white sand, crystal turquoise Caribbean water and protected from the open sea.

Do the bungalows have private pools?

Yes — every Palafito Overwater Bungalow has a private infinity pool, glass floor panels, an indoor hot tub for two and direct ladder access to the Caribbean. Plus a butler dedicated to each bungalow.