VIVA WYNDHAM MAYA Timeshare COMPLAINTS
Viva Vacation Club, Viva Fortuna Beach, Dominican Republic Resorts: Viva Dominicus Beach ,Viva Dominicus Palace ,Viva Playa Dorada, Viva Samana ,Viva Tangerine. Riviera Maya Resorts, Viva Maya,Viva Azteca, Viva Samana, Viva Heavens, Viva Miches
- Legal Name:
- “Promotora Mexicana del Caribe SA de CV.
- Resort sales locations
- Rivera Mayan, Playa del Carmen, Cancun, Puerto Vallarta , Cabo, Ixtapa, Bahamas
Legal name
Promotora Mexicana del Caribe SA de CV.
Sales locations
Riviera Maya, Playa del Carmen, Cancun, Puerto Vallarta, Cabo, Ixtapa, and the Bahamas
Parent Company: Viva Resorts (founded in 1987) partners with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts for branding and marketing
Viva Resorts by Wyndham operates as a collection of all-inclusive resorts across the Caribbean and Mexico, often marketed under the "Viva Vacation Club" or "Club Viva" membership program. While the resorts themselves offer appealing beachfront locations, a pattern of complaints has emerged from members and guests.
Common Complaints & Issues
A significant number of timeshare owners and guests report similar negative experiences regarding Viva Wyndham and the Viva Vacation Club. These issues often lead owners to seek professional timeshare exit assistance.
High-Pressure Sales Tactics
The sales process is frequently described as aggressive and high-pressure. Travelers report being drawn into lengthy presentations, often marketed as a "special tour" or "free gift," where they feel harassed or misled until they sign a contract. Many members feel they were lied to about the value and flexibility of their purchase.
Misrepresentation of Points & Value
A common scam involves salespeople verbally promising perks and stating that points have more exchange value than they actually do. It is reported that they often sell small point packages, forcing owners to realize they need more points later at a higher cost. The actual value of the points is frequently misrepresented.
Booking & Availability Issues
Members consistently struggle to book the room categories, resorts, or dates they were promised during the sales presentation. This includes encountering blackout dates and limited inventory, which makes the "guaranteed" vacation difficult to access. Customers often describe the experience as a "lack of availability" and poor customer service when attempting to resolve these issues.
Contract & Cancellation Nightmares
While there is a cooling-off period (e.g., 5 business days in Mexico), members frequently report that the cancellation process is extremely difficult. Clients have complained that when they attempt to cancel within the legal period, they are told their deposit is non-refundable, or they face significant hurdles in confirming the cancellation.
Poor Customer Service & Communication
A recurring theme across complaints is the lack of continuity and clarity in service. Guests report that every small request becomes complicated, answers change depending on the staff member on shift, and departments fail to share information. This leads to wasted vacation time resolving administrative issues instead of relaxing.
Wyndham Reservation & Customer Care Contacts
- Wyndham Reservations (U.S. & Canada toll-free): 1-800-996-3426 or 1-800-WYNDHAM
- Outside U.S. or Canada: *1-506-638-4899
- Calling from Europe: 00 877 999 3223
- Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Customer Care (U.S. toll-free): 1-800-466-1589
- Wyndham Vacation Resorts Owner Services (U.S. toll-free): 1-800-251-873
Important Note: Many Viva Vacation Club owners find that contacting these numbers does not resolve their contract issues and may require professional legal or exit assistance.
Contact for Assistance
We went to Viva Wyndham Tangerine and were disappointed. The staff tried, but everything felt disorganized. Our room wasn’t ready until nearly 5 PM and it smelled like mildew. It felt like they were overwhelmed and short-staffed.
El hotel Viva Wyndham Dominicus tenía buen ambiente, pero todo lo demás dejó mucho que desear. Largos tiempos de espera en el restaurante, bebidas diluidas y habitaciones con problemas de humedad. No lo recomiendo.
Viva Wyndham V Heavens looked like a fun getaway, but the experience was lacking. The room wasn’t ready until late in the afternoon, and we had to follow up twice just to get towels. A lot of areas seemed understaffed. Not the smooth trip we hoped for.
Nos hospedamos en Viva Wyndham Maya y desde el principio hubo problemas. El aire no funcionaba bien y la habitación no estaba del todo limpia. La comida fue lo más rescatable, pero no regresaría.
Nos hospedamos en Viva Wyndham Maya. El lugar se veía bien en fotos, pero ya en persona fue otra historia. La habitación era muy sencilla, y nos costó trabajo que limpiaran a tiempo. No fue terrible, pero no regresaría.
I stayed at Viva Wyndham Tangerine in the Dominican Republic and honestly wouldn’t go back. There was loud music well into the night, and the walls were thin. The food was just okay, not great, and we had issues getting hot water. It didn’t feel worth the cost.
Nos quedamos en Viva Wyndham Azteca. El check-in fue tardado, y la habitación tenía humedad en las paredes. El personal fue amable, pero parecía que no daban abasto. El restaurante principal siempre estaba lleno y repetían mucho los mismos platillos.
Stayed at Viva Wyndham Dominicus Beach. The location was nice, but the room was noisy and not very clean when we arrived. It took us three calls to get new towels. Also, the front desk staff seemed confused when we asked simple questions. Just wasn’t the relaxing experience we hoped for.
We stayed at Viva Wyndham Fortuna Beach. The beach was nice, but everything else was disappointing. Our room had a leaky sink, and it took two calls to get maintenance. The staff seemed overwhelmed, especially at the buffet. Honestly felt like I spent more time waiting in lines than enjoying the trip.
Fuimos a Viva Wyndham V Heavens y no fue una buena experiencia. El restaurante principal siempre estaba lleno, y la comida era muy básica. La habitación tenía un olor raro y el aire no funcionaba bien. Me fui sintiendo que no valió lo que pagamos.