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    La Veranda

    3.7 (23 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Casual
    Touristy
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Emmeline W.

    One of the best AYCE buffets I've ever had-- tasted even better knowing it was included in the resort :') For COVID safety purposes, some staff wear masks, and tables are sanitized frequently and thoroughly. The waitstaff are incredibly attentive and friendly, though definitely trying to upsell La Veranda's specialty drinks (charged at an extra cost to the card presented at check-in, though usually $5 or less). I think breakfast and lunch serve the same items, though dinner changes by the weekday. Some nights, the patio area has additional stalls that serve other dishes like tacos, paella, etc. Performers sing or dance nightly to accompany meals, usually matching the "theme" of the evening (ex. American, Italian, Asian). The quality and variety is phenomenal-- my photos barely capture the array of dishes available every day. I had to laugh at some of the options clearly pandering towards to average picky American eater (WHO GOES TO CANCUN FOR HOT DOGS AND PIZZA) My only gripe is that multiple beverages or soups are left out without lids... Dust or dirt could easily settle in and sink into the liquid :S And several dishes are left out without a sneeze guard... Who knows what happens then. NOTE: swimsuits aren't permitted in La Veranda-- clothing/coverups required to check in for any meal. You'll need to provide your room number each time.

    Fabian L.

    Very nice spacious place with indoor and outdoors seating. The staff is really on top of their game. They make sure your happy satisfied and full when you leave. I would recommend the shrimp ceviche good portion fresh and tasty. They also have a buffet style dining. The food is not bad at all. I stuck to the menu as oppose to buffet as I'm more into quality not quantity. If you order a glass of wine red or white it's always chilled. Tried a mojito not bad but I added a shot of rum cause it was slightly weak! For a hotel restaurant you can't go wrong here. They do breakfast lunch and dinner. Full bar clean place clean bathrooms. My suggestion is make sure the food is cooked well.

    Their breakfast is better than lunch.
    Florence W.

    I was at this buffet for 2 days so far (breakfast & lunch). Their breakfast is like a normal breakfast any restaurant serves, but in buffet style. However, it's slightly more limited, and when something runs out, they either take a while to replace it, or just switch it out with something from the lunch menu. They have a place on a counter where they also give out freely squeezed watermelon juice. When I went, the food was pretty ok, and tasted sort of store bought. The smoked salmon was the best thing they had to offer, since it wasn't super salty. However, I suggest not eating their donuts. I don't know if it was just that day I was there, but when I was, the donuts weren't good. At lunch the following day, the food was even more limited than breakfast, having multiple places serving the same food. I was somewhat disappointed in the food they made, since I had tried and disliked the majority of it. The salad bar was messy. I'm guessing some rowdy people decided to be picky and mess it up. If this had happened, I'd expect atleast one of the staff members to clean it up or something. Their steak was quite over cooked and very chewy as well. In a nutshell, breakfast was way better and I'd recommend that over their lunch anytime.

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    I'm sure the food's great, however cross contamination of allergies is a non negotiable dealbreaker. MY FIANCE ALMOST DIED!

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    Great food and service! The buffet is delicious and fresh. The service has always been the best!

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    Review Highlights - La Veranda

    We always look forward to eating at La Veranda which is the primary restaurant at The Royal Sands Resort.

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    Siete - Ceviche de camaron - shrimp ceviche

    Siete

    4.6(11 reviews)
    1.1 kmZona Hotelera

    Siete offers the BEST breakfast buffet ever…read more The best part of the buffet was the fresh omelet and smoothie station. Since when do you ever see a fresh smoothie station at a hotel/resort buffet? Shout out to Marco the only staff member at Live Aqua that left an impression on me for being the most genuinely cheerful guy ever. He will concoct something for you if are indecisive and it always comes out great. Very unique ingredients are available to curate your drink ie. cactus, dragon fruit, star fruit, passion fruit. He makes it a show out of making the smoothie too- all the ingredients he uses is always enough for 1 glass with no waste! They have the best fresh juice station as well- papaya, cantaloupe, watermelon-- all so smooth with no pulp. Fresh fruits, so many pastries, churro & chocolate fountain station, Mexican coffee, Mexican breakfast foods- there's something for everyone. Mimosas are also available! Their dinner offerings were lackluster and not that memorable comparable to their breakfast service. Since the size of the Siete was more spacious than their other restaurants, service is also a lot more slower than usual. Would highly recommend dining at Siete for dinner on their Mexican Festivity night at Live Aqua (was on Thursday) the week we were there- they have live music and performance.

    Great breakfast buffet! Was everything u could ask for. They also had smoothie station. Smoothie…read morewas good but didnt stay cold for long. Food items i didnt expect: tons if yogurt, lox, salmon sashimi, seared tuna, chocolate fountain Overall a lot of options!

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    Siete - Chips with pico & guacamole

    Chips with pico & guacamole

    Siete - Breakfast buffet dining area

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    Breakfast buffet dining area

    Gourmet Marché - Buffet

    Gourmet Marché

    4.8(4 reviews)
    3.6 kmZona Hotelera

    Probably one of the better bets at the resort. The breakfast buffet was good. They have omelette…read morestations which is great! Big selection of an assortment of pastries and hot foods. The smoothies were terrible. Don't bother. Orange juice tastes like it's fresh squeezed. That was a nice surprise. I did go for a quick bite at dinner time one night. Taco bar is the only decent thing I had in there. At any rate, the other restaurants are all booked up most days so this is a good option.

    We're staying at the resort 8/10-8/16/20 and just had this spot as our first breakfast ... SO GOOD!…read more I had the omelet station, bacon, and some smoked salmon. The station had lots of topping choices and there were 2 going at the same time, so no waiting in line. I usually only eat turkey bacon at home, so the real bacon here was a real treat to me! And who doesn't love eating FRESH SMOKED SALMON with breakfast - what a treat! I also had a cantaloupe and pineapple plate and the fruit was so perfectly ripe, it was almost hard to pickup with a fork! My fiancé had the french toast after we heard another couple talking about it at check-in last night ... it truly didn't disappoint! You could see the granules of sugar on top mmmmhmmm! He also made his own chilaquiles ... look at that pickled onion on top - amazing! He also had this really delish candied pear that had a plop of whipped cream on top, as well as other fruits. It was the perfect level of sweet and tart mix. Of course don't forget to order your mimosas and bloody mary's to go along with your epic breakfast!

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    Gourmet Marché - Breakfast Buffet

    Breakfast Buffet

    Gourmet Marché
    Gourmet Marché

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    The Westin Lagunamar Ocean Resort Villas & Spa, Cancun

    The Westin Lagunamar Ocean Resort Villas & Spa, Cancun

    3.8(289 reviews)
    1.3 kmZona Hotelera
    $$$

    We stayed here for a few nights. Unfortunately, our flight got canceled, and we got in a day late…read more While I totally understand why, they wouldn't accommodate us by pushing our stay back a day. Update: we've come back a couple more times. We have had good experiences every time we have come here. The kids find the slide boring after a couple rides. They have some activities during the day stuck a beach volleyball that is fun.

    DO NOT STAY HERE! We stayed at The Westin Lagunamar Ocean…read moreResort Villas & Spa expecting a high-end experience and got the exact opposite. We arrived late and asked for bottled water, and were told to just drink the sink water... in Mexico. That alone set the tone. I also repeatedly emailed our concierge for assistance and received no response whatsoever. Our room smelled like mold, and the sheets were damp. Housekeeping replaced them, but the odor and overall condition never improved. Not what you expect at this level. Then it got worse. We had two rooms, one at this hotel and one at a neighboring hotel where a large group of our family was staying. That other hotel requires wristbands, which we had, so security here assumed we didn't belong, even though we had rooms at this property. At the pool, they approached us publicly and repeatedly questioned us, over and over, in front of everyone. No attempt to verify privately, no discretion, just standing over us and making a scene. It was humiliating. Then it happened again. While checking out, we crossed back onto this property to retrieve our luggage that they were holding. Security stopped us again and treated us like we were doing something wrong, only to confirm, once again, that we were legitimate guests. Two separate incidents. Same behavior. The level of aggression and lack of professionalism from security is completely out of control. This is not how paying guests should ever be treated. This wasn't just a misunderstanding, it was a failure in how guests are handled, and it happened more than once. We will never stay here again.

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    The Westin Lagunamar Ocean Resort Villas & Spa, Cancun - 2 Bedroom Villa (King Bedroom): living room area

    2 Bedroom Villa (King Bedroom): living room area

    The Westin Lagunamar Ocean Resort Villas & Spa, Cancun - View from the room

    View from the room

    The Westin Lagunamar Ocean Resort Villas & Spa, Cancun - The Gazebo was down, lol

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    The Gazebo was down, lol

    Oceano

    Oceano

    3.4(42 reviews)
    1.4 kmZona Hotelera
    $$$$

    The Mexican/Mayan theme night at the hotel restaurant was absolutely incredible! The show was so…read moreentertaining and beautifully done, our kids were completely captivated the entire time, which made the experience even more special for us as parents. The energy, music, dancing, and performances really brought the whole night to life and created such a fun atmosphere. The food was served buffet style and there was truly something for everyone. Everything we tried was fresh, flavorful, and delicious, with a great variety of options for both adults and kids. This ended up being one of the highlights of our trip. A perfect mix of great food, culture, entertainment, and family fun all in one evening! Highly recommend experiencing it while staying at the hotel

    This is the main restaurant at Westin Lagunamar Vacation Club. Since it is not an all inclusive…read moreresort, guests have options to eat at other nearby restaurants. However, we found that for the price this restaurant does a very good job with the service, food, and entertainment. Prices are consistent with other hotel restaurants, especially for the buffet. However, considering the food quality and service it is within reason. The best value are some of dinner theme nights. We have gone to Mayan Night this year. Last year we went to the Seafood on the Beach night. However, I found that for Taco night the prices were too high. Since you can go an across the street at La Isla for more than half the price. Not only is the food fresh and tasty, the service is excellent. When I asked our main waiter what is Mayan food, he took me to the buffet and explained which foods are traditionally Mayan and how they were historically prepared. There were other foods that were more Mexican than Mayan and though delicious wasn't what I was looking to experience that night. As I wandered around the buffet area trying to determine what I was going to eat, more than 1 server asked if they could help me. I just couldn't decide since there were a lot of food options. For families with big appetites, the buffet nights are a deal. It's also an experience with the entertainment. I enjoyed both Mayan night and Seafood night because of them. The entertainment is consistent with those you find at other high end establishments that we have paid more than double the prices. Last year the fire show on the beach was fantastic. This year the Mayan performers were equally entertaining. We were seated very close to the entertainers which was a big plus. What Oceano is lacking is modern decor to compete with the new swanky restaurants that have been opening up in the hotel zone area. The vibe of the restaurant is hotel breakfast cafe, and not high end restaurant. Very small bar. However, with just a few updates and extending the patio to more an indoor outdoor dining with newer chairs, they maybe able to attract more customers.

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    Oceano - That's the sweetest piece of French toast

    That's the sweetest piece of French toast

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    Harry's - Harry's Pie

    Harry's

    4.4(559 reviews)
    0.8 kmZona Hotelera
    $$$

    Edgar and Pedro were amazing. They took such good care of us and made sure we were constantly being…read moretaken care of

    From the moment we walked into Harry's in Cancun, we were treated like royalty. The staff didn't…read morejust greet us; they welcomed us with the kind of warmth and attention that makes you feel like the entire evening was designed around you. Once we stepped onto the deck overlooking the lagoon, the whole experience elevated even further. The scenery was stunning, soft lights reflecting off the water, a gentle breeze, and live music drifting through the air like the perfect soundtrack to an already unforgettable night. Then came the food, each dish was its own little masterpiece. The bread service alone set the tone: warm, golden rolls with just the right touch off salt. The wedge salad followed. It was crisp, cold, and generously dressed, with smoky bacon and bright tomatoes adding all the right contrasts. The dry-aged steak was the star of the table, cooked perfectly with that deep, rich flavor only dry-aging can create. The roasted peppers and silky sauce on the side made every bite feel intentional. The octopus was another standout, tender, beautifully charred, and plated with a vibrant puree that balanced the dish with a touch of sweetness. One of the best plates we had. The table got more entrees since there were 8 of us but didn't get pictures. Sea brass was another favorite. Even the lobster soup arrived with flair: a velvety bowl paired with a seafood-topped toast that brought texture and richness together in one elegant bite. The beef tartare with fries was classic and fresh, refined without losing its fun. Dessert turned into a full performance. The liquid-nitrogen ice cream came with swirling clouds of cold vapor, dramatic and delicious. The birthday cake arrived crowned with berries and a sparkling candle that lit up the whole table. And just when we thought the night couldn't get any more whimsical, out came the towering blue cotton candy, playful, over-the-top, and impossible not to smile at. Harry's doesn't just serve dinner. It creates an experience, one where the service, the scenery, the atmosphere, and the food all work together to make you feel celebrated. Our night felt luxurious, thoughtful, and truly unforgettable for my husband's 50th birthday! Well done Harry's!

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    Harry's - Kobe ribeye

    Kobe ribeye

    Harry's - Patio view of the lagoon

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    Patio view of the lagoon

    Live Aqua Resort - View from one of the cabanas facing the ocean

    Live Aqua Resort

    4.1(460 reviews)
    1.4 kmZona Hotelera

    My spouse and I had an absolutely wonderful stay at Live Aqua. The property is stunning, the staff…read morewas exceptionally attentive, and the food was delicious. The spa was fantastic, offering step-by-step guidance through the dry sauna, steam room, and both warm and cool pools-such a relaxing and rejuvenating experience. The hotel sits right on the beach with breathtaking views and features several pools, including one with a fun swim-up bar. Dining options were excellent, with several restaurants to choose from, including Mediterranean, Mexican, buffet, Asian, sushi, steakhouse, and American cuisine. Our room was fantastic, with a rainfall shower, comfortable beds, prompt housekeeping, 24-hour room service, and turn-down service. We also enjoyed live entertainment and a night club on the property, yet it remained wonderfully quiet when we wanted to relax. We loved the aromatherapy --it was such a thoughtful touch. The location is very convenient: close to a pharmacy, just across the street from a shopping mall with a mix of upscale and casual dining and shops, and only 10-15 minutes from Cancun's vibrant club zone. We couldn't have asked for a better experience.

    Visited at the end of March to attend a wedding at the resort property. We scheduled local…read moretransportation which was a breeze coming from the airport to the resort. Our luggage was immediately checked in and we were able to check in even arriving early around 11 am. Our particular room was ready and we checked and our luggage was promptly dropped off. We stayed in an oceanfront room which had a beautiful view with a seating area inside and on the balcony. The room and bathroom were very clean and well stocked. I like the aromatherapy touch in the resort and in our rooms being able to choose which scent you wanted was very nice. I loved the separation of the toilet and shower by a wall and doors for privacy when using either. The water pressure and water temperature in the shower was great although there was some water draining from the shower during use. We would generally put a foot towel down to contain the water. The room was serviced twice daily so we were never without towels, etc. I also utilized the laundry service which was reasonably priced for three pieces of clothing and it was returned the next day. The staff was generally very courteous and helpful (we only had one less than courteous experience with a waiter at the Hidden Garden on our last evening). The food at the restaurants and by the beach and pool area was great - I cannot say enough about the fresh fruit and the grilled ribs and chicken so well seasoned and cooked with flavor. We ate daily in Siete for breakfast (the smoothie station you will need to go to first because it fills up because the smoothies are sooo good). We also dined at Hidden Garden where I enjoyed Indian cuisine which was delicious (but a small portion). All inclusive so it was nice not having to continually carry payment and only the gratuity needed for the staff. The last two mornings of our stay there appeared to be construction in the room next door or our floor which was disturbing - we did alert the front desk staff and it would generally stop around a certain time. Getting beds and chairs at the beach was generally easy but for the pool it was the hunger games usually having to place towels or bags on chairs early to 'reserve' them (there are no reservations for chairs only for the larger cabanas for an additional fee) We also experienced the spa which was amazing. Highly recommend visiting during your stay. The spa ritual is so relaxing and the couples massage in a combined room was great. Would definitely stay again. $$$

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    Live Aqua Resort - Guacamole and chips

    Guacamole and chips

    Live Aqua Resort - Lobby area

    Lobby area

    Live Aqua Resort - Fruta tarta

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    Fruta tarta

    La Veranda - buffets - Updated May 2026

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