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Luxurious beachfront suites with private pools, Italian dining, spa
Ctra. Federal Cancún-Playa del Carmen Km 298, 77710 Playa del Carmen, Q.R., Mexico Get directions
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"A five-star resort set along a freshwater lagoon that emphasizes private, luxurious experiences—spacious accommodations with heated plunge pools, complimentary mezcal, multiple pools, interactive open-kitchen culinary offerings, beachfront fire pits, and complimentary bikes for exploring the jungle environs." - Travel + Leisure Editors
"Located within a gated Mayakoba complex of lagoons, jungle, and beach, the property is a cocoon of indulgent luxury offering lagoon-view overwater villas (some with private plunge pools and outdoor showers), beachfront accommodations, personalized butler service (expect small touches like embroidered pillowcases), multiple elegant dining venues, four pools, a plush beach, and a standout spa. Nina Ruggiero, a frequent return guest, says: “Beachfront and lagoon suites offer completely different experiences—and really, you should try both. Either way, you'll enjoy a private plunge pool, indoor-outdoor shower, and personalized butler service. All of the restaurants are great, but don't forget to hit the Aqui Me Quedo beachfront food truck...I will forever dream of its shrimp tacos.” Most suites and villas can be adapted for guests with disabilities, valet parking is complimentary, and a small-pet policy applies with associated fees." - Emily Hochberg Emily Hochberg Emily Hochberg is a writer and editor with over 15 years of experience specializing in travel, lifestyle, home, parenting, and reviews. In addition to Travel + Leisure, her work appears in Business Insider, The Points Guy, Yahoo, Buzzfeed, Best Products, Apartment Therapy, PEOPLE, Parents, and more. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"Located within a lush lagoon-and-mangrove development near Cancun, this upscale resort is designed with families in mind—from evening movie nights and plunge pools in rooms with childproofing to a well-regarded complimentary kids club and scavenger-hunt programming for tweens and teens; connecting rooms, suites or villas are recommended for families needing extra space." - Lauren Dana Ellman Lauren Dana Ellman Lauren Dana Ellman is a New York-based writer and editor who specializes in travel, lifestyle, food, and shopping content. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"An ultra-luxurious property woven into mangrove lagoons with a strong emphasis on high-end dining and wellness: 129 suites and beachfront villas (many with private plunge pools) are reachable by lagoon docks, and guests can sample eight distinct restaurants—including celebrated Baja-style seafood—and exclusive experiences like a secluded adults-only island lounge accessible only by boat. The resort consistently ranks among regional bests for service and upscale amenities, though navigating the grounds solo can be a challenge." - Carley Rojas Avila Carley Rojas Avila Carley Rojas Avila is a bilingual travel writer, editor, and content marketer. She is an expert on Latin America, the Caribbean, and Cuba, as she lived and worked in four different countries in that region. Carley founded the digital travel publications Loosely Local and Home to Havana. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"A luxury resort where guests arrive to rooms by boat, with options ranging from beachfront suites to lagoon-facing accommodations; notable amenities include private plunge pools, indoor–outdoor showers and personalized butler service." - Travel + Leisure Editors
