Rosewood Mayakobá is a luxury retreat situated along a mile of white-sand beach on the Riviera Maya in Mexico. The resort covers many small islands surrounded by a mangrove jungle at theheart of the ecological enclave of Mayakobá. Using indigenous materials such as Yucatán limestone and renewable woods, the design emphasizes chic simplicity. The spa, on a
private island, surrounds a cenote, or natural limestone pool fed by subterranean springs and the beach offers Caribbean blue water and borders the second largest coral reef in the world. Guests have access to all features of the Mayakobá property, including the championship 18-hole Greg Norman golf course and lectures on ancient Mayan culture and the Yucatán ecosystem.
Location
Situated on a protected stretch of the Yucatán Peninsula, Rosewood Mayakobá is four miles south of the charming fishing town of Playa del Carmen. It is 42 miles south of the Cancún International Airport and easily accessible by private jet. With stunning weather and tropical warmth, the winter months from December to March are the peak season. Another beautiful time to visit is late spring into June, when the weather is excellent, with very low humidity and rainfall.
Accommodations
There are 128 suites located on either the beachfront or clear lagoons. The signature room categories include eight over-the-water spa and lagoonview suites and deluxe ocean view duplex
suites offering panoramic views of the Caribbean. Wooden lattices and hiding glass doors give the accommodations an airy ambiance; exterior suite features include private plunge pools,
outdoor garden showers and rooftop decks. Specialty in room details include Lady Primrose’s amenities and regionally decorated artwork.
Guest Facilities
Within Rosewood Mayakobá:
• Three beautifully designed pools: main pool, beachfront infinity pool & spa lap pool
• Sense, A Rosewood Spa & state-of-the-art fitness center
• Media room with pool, board games & recreational area
• Shopping outlets include a logo, sportswear, jewelry & sundries mart
Within Mayakobá resort enclave:
• "El Camaleón," the championship golf course designed by Greg Norman
• Lectures on Mayan culture, history & the Yucatán ecosystem
• Two tennis courts
Nearby:
• Scuba diving and snorkeling in the world's second largest coral reef
• Shopping, dining & nightlife in Playa del Carmen
• Ecological and archaeological parks, including the famous ruins of Xel-Ha, Xcaret & Tulum
Dining
The elegant restaurant Casa del Lago serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner as well as two private wine rooms. Punta Bonita, a beachfront grill overlooking the infinity pool, offers guests Mexican cuisine in a casual atmosphere. The Itzamná spa café offers lighter fare. The resort also features a cigar bar and the Agave Azul Raw Bar & Tequila Library.
Rosewood Spa
The spa is designed as a retreat-within-a-retreat. Guests cross a bridge, called the Puente del Balneario, to reach the private spa island. The spa's interior spaces open to gentle breezes and
stunning natural environment of the jungle. Comprising
17,000 square feet, the spa space includes 12 treatment rooms and eight spa suites, designed for those guests who desire a pure wellness experience. The design centers around a cenote, a
natural limestone pool fed by the subterranean springs that flow throughout the Yucatán. The spa menu features therapeutic treatments using indigenous ingredients made from local plants
such as aloe and agave cactus. Spa facilities, which are separate for men and women, include therapeutic plunge pools, steam grottos, saunas, and experiential showers. Outside, the spa has a meditation platform, herb garden, sand garden, lap pool and relaxation deck with refreshments on
hand.
