Key Takeaways

• The newly built oceanfront Dunas Suites at adults-only Valentin Imperial Riviera Maya are a modern, remarkable addition to a classic property.
• Built with only two stories, every unit, including the upstairs, offers a private pool for each suite.

On December 15, 2025, the Valentin Imperial Riviera Maya formally introduced a new room category at this all-inclusive property in Riviera Maya: the newly constructed Dunas Suites right on the oceanfront.

A departure from the hacienda style design we’ve come to know and love this brand for, these three newly constructed two-story buildings set directly on the beach feature a contemporary luxury design. However, inspiration from the natural world is built into the spirit of these accommodations, as protected mangroves surround the property and organic gardens with native species line the pathway down to these retreats.

In another allusion to the surroundings, this time the sea, all 36 of the Dunas Suites have private pools, some of which are tucked into hidden alcoves, exclusively for each room’s use, offering a secluded option from the main lazy river-style pool, which is ranked among the top 10 in the Riviera Maya. These pools are actually the signature trait of this new room category, they’ve been built for both the upstairs and downstairs units.Past the pool and inside, each of the Dunas suites come standard with modern luxuries, including technology to make creating optimal surroundings effortless. From the ceiling, 55-inch TVs retract in and out of sight, encouraging guests to connect how they like without stark reminders of the world beyond their suite. Open bathrooms offer Air Massage tubs that work out the stress guests leave at the door. Motorized blackout blinds ensure proper rest at night on king-sized beds so that you can greet the day on your own terms and time with the simple push of a button … or a step out onto your own balcony. And an integrated Bluetooth sound system lets visitors personalize the aural environment that best promotes their well-being.An in-room mini-bar and 24-hour room service make the 678 to 689-square-foot Dunas Suites even more of a retreat.  Use the built-in “secret box” for discreet, no-contact meal and snack deliveries or to drop off used plates. Spread out in the elegant living area, furnished with an armchair, sofa, and coffee table … or the terrace, which has three armchairs and a table. Enjoy ocean views from the private pool, or ocean and pool views from walls of windows that nearly touch the ceiling.

Best of all, the Dunas Suites come with all of the all-inclusive service and amenities Valentin Imperial Riviera Maya has garnered such a great reputation for. A buffets, seven à la carte restaurants, food carts, 11 bars, coffee shop, three pools, two swim-up bars in the main pool, a spa, fitness center, and a bustling schedule of daily activities and nightly entertainment are all examples of where they set the bar.

The Bottom Line

For those who have visited Valentin Imperial Riviera Maya before and loved it, it’s time to visit again, and to stay in the Dunas Suites for a modern take on a classic resort. With a blend of new modern comforts and tech-driven luxury and the traditional feel of an upscale, romantic, adults-only resort with high-end all-inclusive offerings, this update should be high on the radar of visitors seeking privacy, space, and connection with their plus-one.