Fairmont Mayakoba, a AAA-5 Diamond luxury resort in Riviera Maya, is thrilled to announce Jacco van Teeffelen as General Manager. In his role, van Teeffelen will work strategically to continue optimizing the new elements of the recently renovated property and positioning this prized resort among the elite of Caribbean luxury destinations.
Located near the Mexican coastal town of Zihuatanejo, Hotelito is an integral part of the new, sprawling MUSA development: a utopian vision by Mexico City-born designer Andrés Saavedra and Canadian entrepreneur Tara Medina. The hotel offers access to everything MUSA has onsite, from a bio-pool to organic farms and a destination dining outlet, but it is also a hideaway in its own right. The 13-room beachfront hotel is characterized by clean lines and a natural approach to minimal design, where panoramic ocean views are backdropped by a labyrinthine jungle and dancing palms; where private plunge pools are complemented by saltwater stargazing tubs; and where conscious travel is defined by understated luxury and a steadfast commitment to the local environment.
Nobu Residences Los Cabos welcomes guests to their home away from home.
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and Grupo Presidente today announced the opening of NUMU Boutique Hotel marking the first Hyatt-branded property in the city of San Miguel de Allende, Mexico and the latest addition to The Unbound Collection by Hyatt brand. The opening of NUMU Boutique Hotel marks the second hotel within the portfolio in Mexico, following the recent opening of Rancho Pescadero in Baja California Sur, Mexico.
The ultra-luxury residences sit upon two miles of pristine beachfront, offering premier access to on and off property amenities and adventures.
As Kempinski debuts its first Mexico property with the Grand Hotel Cancún managed by Kempinski, loyal guests of the property will be happy to find familiarity in the hotel's lauded culinary offerings. At the end of the year, the property will be fully operated under Kempinski Hotel Cancún.
The Yucatán Tourism Observatory was established in 2018 to generate and manage information around tourism development. This work has identified key challenges and opportunities and so led to the design of relevant policies aimed at supporting the destination’s overall sustainable development, thereby increasing its competitiveness. Joining the INSTO Network will help Yucatán manage tourism development in a responsible and sustainable manner, taking a holistic view in developing adequate and innovative strategies for “rethinking” tourism.
Ennismore, the fastest-growing lifestyle hospitality company, with owner and developer, Soda Urbana, announce the first JO&JOE development in North and Central America, JO&JOE Tulum set to open at the end of 2024.
The game‑changing hotel brand continues its Caribbean and Latin America expansion with opening of Tru by Hilton Monterrey Fundidora.
Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced the opening of the Andaz Mexico City Condesa, the first urban Andaz property in Mexico, and the second in the country. Located in the Condesa neighborhood, known for its rich history and culture, the hotel offers easy access to art galleries, boutiques, and restaurants. Andaz Mexico City Condesa features a beach club-inspired rooftop restaurant, pet-friendly amenities, an onsite spa, and one of the tallest outdoor terraces in the area, making it a standout in the neighborhood.
One&Only Mandarina, the award-winning ultra-luxury beach resort set within an intimate, chic coastal community on Mexico's Riviera Nayarit coastline, announces the promotion of Patricio Carregha to Resort Manager, effective 5 January 2023. In his new position, Patricio will continue working alongside General Manager Serge Ditesheim, supervising all operations for the luxury resort, including Rooms, Food & Beverage, and Spa divisions, while developing and evolving the team, and ensuring the delivery of exceptional and unforgettable guest experiences.
Chef Roger brings over 20 years of culinary experience in the restaurant and luxury hospitality space to the resort. Roger began his career as a chef's assistant with Rocco Forte Hotels where he quickly transitioned to station chef, a role held for four years at various properties such as, Evian Royal Resort, Hotel Metropole Monte-Carlo, and Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer. After successfully working in the kitchens of these luxurious properties, Roger moved to the French Riviera as sous chef of Club Ninety-Six in Los Cabos. In 2011, Roger earned his first role as an executive chef at Quinta Real Monterrey Hotel and held this role across various locations such as Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal, Neptune Restaurant at Villa del Arco Cabo San Lucas, and at One&Only Resorts until now taking on the position at Waldorf Astoria Cancun.
RIU Hotels & Resorts presents the renovation of one of its three hotels in the Los Cabos area of Mexico: Riu Santa Fe. The hotel had been expanded in 2018 when the Riu Pool Party area and Splash Water World were built, and was fully renovated this year. Riu Santa Fe is a 24-hour All-Inclusive hotel in the Fun 4 All class and thus complements the offerings in Baja California Sur where RIU also has the Riu Palace Cabo San Lucas and the Adults-Only Riu Palace Baja California. The hotel's reopening is the cherry on top of RIU's 25th anniversary in Mexico.
The new lifestyle property, located between the famed La Roma and Condesa neighborhoods, offers 183-rooms and is now accepting reservations.
TAFER Hotels & Resorts - a leisure and hospitality company with an ever-growing and evolving collection of award-winning hotels, luxury resorts, and boutique villas in Mexico - is pleased to announce the appointment of Sasa Milojevic to Chief Operating Officer of The Villa Group Beach Resorts & Spas. In his new role, Milojevic is excited to further his commitment to creating unforgettable vacation experiences across Mexico's most coveted beach destinations, while increasing overall guest satisfaction and revenue for both entities.
The newly built property becomes the 31st hotel to join the global travel leader's all-inclusive portfolio in the Caribbean and Latin America.
Aloft Hotels, the hotel brand for music fans and design-driven travelers, part of Marriott Bonvoy's® portfolio of 30 extraordinary brands, arrives in Playa del Carmen today. Marking the third Aloft hotel in the Mexican Caribbean, Aloft Playa del Carmen is located one street away from the vibrant and busy Fifth Avenue, a landmark surrounded by restaurants, bars, and stores and a few steps from its beautiful beaches.
Marking its 125th anniversary this year, Kempinski Hotel's compelling story continues as the luxury hotel company officially opened 'Kempinski Hotel Cancún' on 9 December 2022 beginning the start of a new chapter in one of the world's most beautiful destinations.
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) announced the signing of the Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts brand's third property in Mexico, the new-build Waldorf Astoria San Miguel de Allende, expected to open in early 2025. Located in the heart of one of the most sought-after vacation destinations in the country, Waldorf Astoria San Miguel de Allende will offer 120 hotel guest rooms and 24 best-in-class Waldorf Astoria branded residences in the colonial city, known for its architecture, thriving art scene and rich history. The property is owned by PEAKAIR GROUP, is being developed by Skyplus Developments Corp., and will be managed by Hilton.
As the Cluster Spa Director of Waldorf Astoria Cancun, Sanchez is responsible for all day-to-day operations and ensuring the spa is a welcoming and high-performance environment for guests.