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A New Era at Sandos Caracol: Sandos Hotels & Resorts Announces Playa del Carmen Eco Park Will Now Be Known as Sandos Caracol Nature Resort & Water Park

Sandos Hotels & Resorts has announced the transition of its signature 955-room Playa del Carmen eco all-inclusive resort to the new name Sandos Caracol Nature Resort & Water Park, formerly known as Sandos Caracol Eco Resort. Following the multi-staged, multi-million-dollar renovation of several of its dining outlets, common areas, amenities, and room categories, along with the addition of new cenotes, an adults-only beach club, and more, the brand believes this new name change will usher the property into a new era of prosperity.

Sandos Hotels & Resorts
Playa del Carmen, Mexico
Rebranding

The Westin Resort & Spa Puerto Vallarta Announces Transformation to All-Inclusive in 2026

The Westin Resort & Spa Puerto Vallarta is thrilled to announce its forthcoming transformation into an all-inclusive beach resort, marking a new chapter in its commitment to providing elevated hospitality and wholesome immersive experiences. Set to be completed by May 2026, the resort will be rebranded as The Westin Playa Vallarta, an All-Inclusive Resort to debut as the first Westin all-inclusive in Mexico.

Westin
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Renovation

Villa del Palmar Beach Resort & Spa Unveils Inspired Renovation as Part of Visionary Growth

Villa del Palmar Beach Resort & Spa Cabo San Lucas is taking a bold step toward the future with a remarkable transformation set to debut in October 2025. Far beyond mere upgrades, the renovation includes reimagined pools, revitalized entertainment spaces, and renewed culinary destinations—reaffirming a longstanding commitment to delivering extraordinary vacation experiences for both today's travelers and for generations to come.

The Villa Group
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Opening

Sandos Caracol Eco Resort Debuts KIIN Beach Club: A Sophisticated Oceanfront Retreat for Adults

Sandos Caracol Eco Resort is proud to unveil its latest oceanfront addition: KIIN Beach Club - an exclusive, adults-only sanctuary offering an elevated beachside experience within the 955-room nature-focused all-inclusive. Nestled in the resort's private adult beach area, the new beach club brings together the natural beauty of the Riviera Maya with refined comfort and a vibrant atmosphere for its guests that are 18 and up.

Sandos Hotels & Resorts
Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Ordovician Beach Resort Makes Its Grand Debut in Panama, Ushering in a New Era of Purpose-Driven Luxury

A bold new chapter in Caribbean hospitality begins with the opening of Ordovician Beach Resort, a 47-room luxury retreat located on Isla Grande within Portobelo National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Overlooking Panama's northern Caribbean coast, the newly reimagined resort blends elevated design with environmental sustainability and a deep commitment to community.

Ordovician Beach Resort
Portobelo, Panama
Opening

Minor Hotels Opens Its First Property in Peru: nhow Lima

Minor Hotels, a global hotel owner and operator with over 640 properties across 57 countries in the Asia-Pacific region, the Middle East, Europe, the Americas, Africa, and the Indian Ocean, has officially opened its first hotel in Peru as part of its regional expansion plans. nhow Lima opened on 1 August and is set to transform the city's accommodation, gastronomy, and entertainment scene with its disruptive and innovative approach.

nhow
Miraflores, Peru
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Live Aqua Unveils Devossion: A Bold Take on an Adults-Only Resort Experience in Playa del Carmen

As Live Aqua celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2025, the brand is ushering in a bold new chapter of luxury hospitality with the introduction of Devossion by Live Aqua - a spirited, adults-only, all-inclusive resort designed around connection, celebration, and unforgettable experiences. With its Grand Opening in October 2025, Devossion will transform an iconic beachfront property into Mexico's most engaging adults-only destination.

Live Aqua
Playa del Carmen, Mexico
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Mexico Grand Hotels Unveils Kadún, a New Luxury Boutique Hotel Opening in Cabo San Lucas this Fall

Mexico Grand Hotels is set to redefine the Cabo San Lucas boutique scene with the highly anticipated debut of Kadún, a 110-room retreat opening in October 2025 just steps from El Médano Beach and the iconic Cabo Marina. Offering a soulful blend of heritage, design, and barefoot elegance, Kadún invites travelers to experience Baja California Sur through a more intimate, grounded lens.

Mexico Grand Hotels
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Opening

Namron Hospitality Announces the Opening of Casa Yatí - the Group’s First Boutique Hotel in Oaxaca, Mexico

A collection of locally rooted boutique hotels across Mexico, Namron Hospitality has announced the opening of a new hotel in Oaxaca, marking the brand's expansion onto Mexico's southern Pacific coast. Casa Yatí is now open, offering a serene and luxurious coastal sanctuary that invites guests to slow down and connect with the ocean and the sun, and surrender to the awe-inspiring nature that surrounds the new bespoke property.

Namron Hospitality
Santa María Tonameca, Mexico
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Introducing Mailena: Loreto, Mexico's First Luxury Wellness Resort Set To Debut In 2026

Danzante Bay, a 741-acre master-planned resort community set amidst the Sierra de la Giganta mountains and the Sea of Cortez, announces its latest development: Mailena. Set to open in late summer 2026, Mailena will be Loreto's first wellness resort and adults-only property, catering to couples, groups and solo travelers alike. The debut of the luxury beachfront resort will usher in a new era of elevated, experiential offerings for the growing community tucked away along the eastern coast of Mexico's Baja California Peninsula.

Mailena by Danzante Bay
Loreto, Mexico
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Unico 20º105º Hotel Riviera Nayarit Brings New Level of Customized, All-Inclusive Boutique Luxury to Riviera Nayarit

UNICO 20°105° Hotel Riviera Nayarit, the latest from AIC Hotel Group's UNICO Hotel Collection, has officially opened its doors, revealing a sophisticated, discreet, and light-filled luxury sanctuary nestled along the stunning Mexican Pacific, all within minutes of Puerto Vallarta's dynamic energy, cuisine, and modern artistry. UNICO 20°105° is designed exclusively for adults, with a focus on bespoke personal attention, including private butler and Local Host services to accommodate every request.

UNICO Hotel Collection
Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico
Opening

Marriott Bonvoy Debuts First All-Inclusive in Los Cabos with Conversion of Autograph Collection’s Hacienda del Mar

Marriott Bonvoy proudly announces the debut of its first all-inclusive resort in Los Cabos, Mexico's Premier Pacific Destination, with the relaunch of Hacienda del Mar Los Cabos, an Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort. Operating under Autograph Collection, one of the more than 30 hotel global brands part of the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio, the iconic beachfront property will offer an all-inclusive experience that blends authentic Mexican heritage with the elevated standards of Marriott's global hospitality platform.

Autograph Collection Hotels
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Opening

Now Open: Lamangata Luxury Surf Resort, a Sustainable Costa Rican Retreat

Lamanagta Luxury Surf Resort (Lamangata), is now open and accepting bookings following its grand debut earlier this year. Nestled 1,200 feet above sea level where the rainforest canopy meets the clouds, this intimate, all-inclusive retreat features six ocean-facing suites just ten minutes from the world-class surf breaks of Dominical. With highly personalized surf instruction, curated wellness offerings and chef-crafted meals tailored to each guest, Lamangata is a place to reconnect with nature in refined comfort.

Lamangata Luxury Surf Resort
Savegre, Costa Rica
Opening

IHG Hotels & Resorts and Real Hotels & Resorts Celebrate the Opening of InterContinental Real and Hotel Indigo Sister Properties in Lima

IHG Hotels & Resorts and Grupo Poma, through its hotel division Real Hotels & Resorts, mark a new chapter in the history of hospitality in South America with the debut of individual yet connected sister properties comprising two luxury and lifestyle brands: InterContinental Real Lima Miraflores and Hotel Indigo Lima Miraflores.

InterContinental
Miraflores, Peru
Renovation

Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal Unveils Plans for Final Phase of an Extensive, Multi-Year Property-Wide Transformation

As the brand's first resort in Mexico, the award-winning Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal will continue to redefine luxury in 2025 and beyond with the culmination of a multi-year property-wide transformation. The final phase of renovations will begin this summer, with the property fully closing from July 15 - September 30, to transform all 112 guest rooms, suites, casitas and villas. The transformation began in 2022 with several culinary enhancements across the legendary resort, such as the debut of the Agave Study at Peacock Alley, Neutral Coffee Lab, a refresh of the property's signature restaurant Don Manuels, and the introduction of TRAVESÍA, a nine-course tasting menu all surrounding the beloved taco. The final stage of renovations will include a floor-to-ceiling redesign of all rooms as well as the debut of a rotating series of culinary activations at the enhanced Beach Club, further building upon its roster of world-class culinary offerings and authentic Mexican cuisine.

Waldorf Astoria
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Opening

Hyatt’s Inclusive Collection Expands to Aruba with Secrets Baby Beach Aruba

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced the opening of the adults-only, all-inclusive Secrets Baby Beach Aruba. The opening of this resort marks the first Inclusive Collection branded property on the island of Aruba, further strengthening Hyatt's brand presence in the destination alongside Hyatt Place Aruba Airport and Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort, Spa and Casino.

Inclusive Collection, part of World of Hyatt (former AMR™ Collection)
San Nicolas, Aruba