Hi Gale,
I'm in the same boat. We're looking in to the Mayan Riviera as well.
I stood in a wedding at the Barcelo and it's a great resort. The ceremony & reception were both on the beach and it was absolutely beautiful.
For myself, I'm considering the Ocean Turquesa, the Grand Sirenis, the Barcelo or the Bahia Principe.
If anyone has any advice between my top four, I'd love to hear it.
Jennie