We just returned this past week. The weather was a little cooler than expected with overcast on several days, however still beautiful. We have been to Cancun almost a dozen times staying everywhere from the Omni, Oasis, Riu Las Americ, and Westin. We were pleased with the resort and the overall experience. We are very close to downtown and a 10.00 cab ride away from Luxury Lane (high ends shopping and nice restaurants (Ruth Chris).

We travled with our 2 children ages 3 and 11. The children's club was not that great. They lacked activities on the beach and in the pool area.

Plenty of water sports are available at the hotel. Jet ski rental is 50.00 for 1/2 hour and snorkeling is 38.00 per adult 30.00 per child for one hour.

The breakfast buffet is very good. Price is 30 per adult and children free. The average lunch price is 40-50 for 2 adults (children were free).

The Spa was amazing and relaxing. The average massage is 240.00 for 80 minutes however they were running a buy one get one free special.

Overall we were very pleased and would stay at this resort in the future.

Bottom Line: Understated elegant resort.;Book a rate that includes breakfast for entire stay.
Do not book a rate that includes a 'set of coupons' - you only get 1-2 breakfasts; the other coupons are for their restaurants that you may not like or decide not to use.

Stayed 11/18-11/23/12.
We have stayed here at least 6 times over a 10 year period. We book the least expensive room (Deluxe Ocean View). Never disappointed witht the room, bathroom, a/c.

Our most recent stay was in the West tower and included their amazing buffet breakfast.
We never get any other meals at the hotel (too expensive).

No need to repeat what other reviews cover regarding: beach (small but nice), amenities, etc.

Just spent Thanksgiving there, got upgraded room, French restaurant is excellent, the seafood restaurant is very nice as well. Service is wonderful. Only one thing I didn't like in there - small beach, I like to walk long distance on the beach instead just to sit there. Overall I would recommend it to everybody. Before I have stayed twice in JW Marriott (9 years ago and 2 years ago) and the second time Marriott was a great dissapoitment, food and service weren't good, also they tried to charge me for something I didn't buy. I would recommend FA as very nice hotel and I really like the service, people are very friendly and helpful there. I traveled in many countries abroad, so I have some experiences with hotels:))))

Recently stayed at the hotel for 4 nights in November 2012. Two things that I was disappointed about were that there is NO free wi-fi anywhere in the hotel and they do not have a jacuzzi in their pool area (would be nice when the weather is a little cooler). Otherwise, their breakfast buffet is a definite must. The hotel staff is super nice. We had a junior ocean view room and the view was amazing. The private beach is great. As far as the location of the hotel, it is very convenient. You can walk to stores like Oxxo for small necessities. The forum by the sea is also within walking distance (Coco Bongo is there). Lots of choices for food in the surrounding area. The room would have been better if they had double sinks in the bathroom. The TV is difficult to operate. However, the balcony is nice & roomy. Again, very nice hotel staff.