Renowned Resort Offers the Ultimate in Comfort, Style, Dining and Privacy
RIVIERA MAYA, MEXICO, 2012-08-10 — /travelprnews.com/ — Captivating the soul with stunning natural beauty and pure refinement, Rosewood Mayakoba sits along a mile‐long arc of white Caribbean sand, nestled just north of the picturesque waterfront town of Playa del Carmen. Upon arrival, guests find an ecologically diverse paradise of crystal clear lagoons and mangrove forests stretching over 1,600 acres. Folded into the natural landscape of Rosewood Mayakoba are ultra‐luxury stand‐alone suites with direct lagoon or beach access; El Camaleón, the championship 18‐hole golf course designed by golf legend Greg Norman; a sophisticated range of dining options serving innovative international cuisine and the unparalleled 17,000‐square‐foot Sense, A Rosewood Spa® located on its own private island.
Sumptuous Suites with Total Privacy
Strikingly modern in design yet crafted from indigenous materials, the 128 ultra‐luxury suites are fused in harmony with the resort’s lush natural surroundings. Guests can choose to arrive at their suite by an authentic river boat or golf cart where a private butler awaits. Each suite, ranging from 800 to 3,200 square feet, is a haven of luxury and style with private heated plunge pools, spacious rooftop deck or patios for sunning and star gazing, private bath gardens with rain style outdoor showers and an individual boat dock. Upon arrival, all guests receive a Tequila Milagro welcome amenity of the brand’s exclusive Select Barrel Reserve with the accompanying sangrita, a non‐alcoholic juice accompaniment designed to highlight tequila’s crisp acidity and cleanse the palate between each peppery sip. Each suite also features a Nespresso coffee machine, Mighty Leaf Tea and electronic tea kettle, complimentary wireless Internet, and full‐size HD flat-screen televisions in the living room and bedrooms.
Serenity at Sense, A Rosewood Spa®
Offering guests the ultimate in relaxation and escape, the resort features an intimate and exclusive spa facility that is among the best in the world, Sense, A Rosewood Spa®. The 17,000‐square‐foot spa is ensconced on its own island melding water and earth to reflect the nurturing soul of the Riviera Maya. The award-winning spa features 12 luxurious lagoon‐side treatment rooms and eight private spa suites built around a cenote, an underground natural wonder of river systems and fresh water caves that the Mayans consider to be a sacred entrance to the underworld. With its superb facilities, state‐of‐the‐art equipment and staff of expertly trained spa professionals, Sense, A Rosewood Spa® provides an unmatched health and beauty wellness experience designed to reinvigorate mind, body and soul.
Sense, A Rosewood Spa® offers a wide variety of signature treatments and experiences that have been curated to unite the splendor of the surrounding natural environment and authentic Mexican healing traditions such as the Mayakoba Signature Ritual. Inspired by the magic of the Mayan calendar, this treatment is a fusion of centuries‐old knowledge, traditional healing arts, local herbs and massage designed to replenish and soothe body and soul. Other authentic treatments include the acclaimed Temazcal Ritual, a purifying steam bath based on traditional Mayan healing methods to purify, cure, revitalize and balance with the guidance of a Shaman (appointments must be made at least one day in advance).
Guests of the spa enjoy total access to the resort’s spa and fitness facilities, including heated pool, fully equipped gym, saunas and steam rooms, Jacuzzi, plunge pool and relaxation areas as well as yoga and meditation classes.
A Culinary Destination
The indulgences of Rosewood Mayakoba extend from the suite to the culinary experiences of each of the four distinct dining venues serving innovative Mediterranean cuisine. At Casa del Lago (“Lake House”), the resort’s signature restaurant, breakfast, lunch and dinner are served in a tranquil setting overlooking the main pool and lagoons with indoor or alfresco dining on the terrace or poolside. Come lunchtime, Casa del Lago is the perfect place to take respite from the sun with an artisanal sandwich, fresh salad or authentic homemade guacamole and a refreshing beverage. In the evening, with the lights low and warmly lit by candles, Casa del Lago transforms into an elegant setting, serving an enticing menu of contemporary European cuisine paired with an eclectic wine list.
Guests looking for a more casual atmosphere will find a relaxed haven at Punta Bonita, which lies beachside with expansive views of the Caribbean, offering light fare and traditional Mexican cuisine for lunch and regional specialties served family style for dinner.
Rosewood Mayakoba features an impressive collection of extraordinary wines that are housed within a glass wine cellar on display in La Cava (“The Cave”), the resort’s private dining room for romantic dinners for two or intimate celebrations for up to 8 guests. At Agave Azul Sushi Bar & Tequila Library, home to the finest tequilas in the region, expert Tequiliers are on hand to guide guests through the various labels, suggest varieties, provide tastings and offer expert pairings. Known as the drink of the gods, tequila is a multifaceted blend that engages the interest of spirit enthusiasts.
Unmatched Service and Amenities
Rosewood Mayakoba prides itself in exemplary service, anticipating and exceeding guests’ expectations from the most basic to the most intricate of requests. The resort’s professionally trained butlers offer exclusive personalized service that include packing and unpacking, preparing a romantic bubble bath, as well as coordinating day trips to explore the Mayan ruins in Tulum or Mexico’s ecological haven of Xcaret.
Rosewood Mayakoba features three breathtaking pools including a main resort pool, beachfront pool, an adult’s only spa pool and a wide mile‐long stretch of sandy beach. Pool and beachside, guests enjoy the full service of Rosewood Mayakoba, including cushioned lounge chairs meticulously prepared with towels upon arrival, food and beverage service, as well as complimentary water, eye and sunglasses cleaning. Throughout the day, complimentary refreshing poolside delights are served including fresh fruit popsicles, mint and cucumber lemonade, pineapple Carpaccio and virgin Chaya mojitos. Guests looking for privacy or additional shade can reserve one of the private beach or pool cabanas for the day.
Play Like a Champion on El Camaleón
For guests looking to stay active, the 7,000‐yard, 18‐hole championship Greg Norman golf course, El Camaleón, offers golfers the ultimate experience. El Camaleón is aptly named for its diverse layout and varied landscape, which bends through tropical jungles, dense mangroves and oceanfront stretches of sand with holes bordered by massive limestone canals. El Camaleón is the only course in the Riviera Maya
featuring two holes just steps from the Caribbean Sea. In 2006, the course made history by becoming the first golf course to host the Mayakoba Golf Classic an official PGA TOUR event in Mexico and the first official PGA TOUR event ever held outside of the United States or Canada.
An Event to Remember
Rosewood Mayakoba is an idyllic setting to combine business with pleasure, providing more than 12,600 square feet of indoor event space, flexible outdoor venues, state of the art technology, and a dedicated team of professionals to support and achieve successful events with the comfort and opulent surroundings of one of the world’s finest resorts. With thoughtful wedding packages or a combination of á la carte services executed by the resort’s expert planners, Rosewood Mayakoba is the ideal hideaway for couples’ most important day. Boasting eight distinct venues to host your unforgettable event, whether it’s an intimate lunch for the bridal party or a reception of a 100, couples will find the perfect setting and services to suit their special celebration. In 2012, Rosewood Mayakoba debuted their newest venue, an exceptional 10,000-square-foot beachside Palapa which offers guests a magical setting located just steps off the white sand. The coveted venue can accommodate up to 200 guests and provides unobstructed views and direct beach access all with the protection of an elegant thatched roof.
Rosewood Mayakoba is also able to fully cater to the orthodox Jewish community. Already equipped with a sealed and independent kitchen, its own cookware and kosher china, the resort handles all operations, such as sourcing the necessary kosher foods and ingredients, as well as enlisting a rabbi to oversee the process. With the collaboration of New York’s highly respected Rave! catering, known for its magnificent events from The Plaza to the Mayor’s mansion, guests enjoy a peace of mind unparalleled in the Riviera Maya. In addition, Rosewood Mayakoba staff is well versed in Shabbat observances and how to accommodate orthodox guests, from escorting them through the electronically locked door of the suite to constructing an Erov, a ritual enclosure that establishes one private domain, around the luxury resort destination.
Rosewood Mayakoba sits in the heart of a 1600‐acre resort enclave in the Riviera Maya. Built along winding lagoons and a mile‐long arc of pristine beach, this oasis of indulgence offers 128 suites with private plunge pools, rooftop sundecks, garden showers, individual docks, and the finest in‐room design and details. Resort amenities include a signature Greg Norman championship golf course, fine dining at Casa del Lago and Punta Bonita, Rose Buds® for children, and Sense, A Rosewood Spa®, which is designed around a cenote, one of the sacred water wells of the ancient Mayans, and sits on a private island. The resort is built to abide by the highest of eco‐standards, offering indulgence with awareness, and has just been awarded the Rainforest Alliance Certification.
Founded in 1979 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® manages one‐of‐a‐kind luxury properties in the world’s most desired destinations. Rosewood properties embrace the company’s A Sense of Place® philosophy, reflecting the history, architecture, scale and sensibilities of the destination.The Rosewood collection includes some of the most legendary hotels and resorts in the world, including Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek® in Dallas, The Carlyle in New York, Rosewood Little Dix Bay on Virgin Gorda, as well as contemporary classics such as Rosewood Sand Hill® in California, Rosewood San Miguel de Allende® in Mexico, and, now, Rosewood Tucker’s Point in Bermuda. Rosewood also offers Sense® spa – featuring treatments reflective of the location’s culture and natural environment – available exclusively at select properties.
Contact
Celia de la Llama
Susan Magrino Agency
celiadelallama@smapr.com
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