[LndShrk]

Originally Posted by Hayes

We stayed there about 4 yrs ago and loved it although it seemed to be mostly European there. We have been back to the area 4 times and decided to go back this time but reading some real mixed reviews now?

I remember great entertainment and a great beach....with the cheap AI it seems such a great deal.

We have also stay at the Viva Maya. I don't believe the term "Cheap" is used correctly here in describing this resort. I beleive the better term would be "economical".
Shammy obviously enjoys smaller non "all-inclusive" locations - which is perfectly fine. I will most likely go this route next time.
Not all travelers are the same. Some want the pampering, some the ease of having a staff to serve & wait on you, others have "family" needs also...
I still recommend the Viva Maya. The service was good, resort was clean, staff - pleasent & professional. There will always be mix-ups and mistakes - it's how the resort/staff react that tells the tale. When the check-in desk realized they had put us into the wrong room - the staff was very professional and apologetic. The only thing I carried to the new room was what I had put into our safe.
If you've been to the Viva Maya & "loved it", been to PDC 4 times and are looking for the same type of treatment (but with a little difference) - why not try the sister resort, Viva Azteca?