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Named #1 hotel on this year’s list, moving up two spots from last year’s recognition
February 09, 2018
Riviera Maya, Mexico – Rosewood Mayakoba, the award-winning resort nestled in the lush enclave of the Riviera Maya, has been recognized as the best hotel in Mexico by U.S. News & World Report. As the #1 hotel on this year’s iteration of the list, moving up two spots from last year’s recognition as #3, the property also received the #1 accolade in both the Maya Riviera and Playa del Carmen as part of the annual rankings.
“These accolades are a shining example of our commitment to excellence and creating lasting, unique memories for our community of travelers,” said Daniel Scott, Managing Director of Rosewood Mayakoba. “Rosewood Mayakoba is devoted to upholding a level of service that is unsurpassed through meaningful experiences and offerings, and we are thrilled to be acknowledge for this dedication year after year.”
The world-renowned Rosewood Mayakoba sits among 1,600 acres of winding lagoons and a mile-long arc of coveted Caribbean beachfront. Featuring 129 suites and four villas with private pools, docks and waterfront terraces, the destination also features five award-winning dining venues, and El Camaleón, the Greg Norman-designed championship golf course. Reflecting the peace and beauty of the Riviera Maya, Rosewood Mayakoba also offers exclusive treatments harnessing the healing power of indigenous herbs at Sense, A Rosewood Spa®, along with recent developments including the new beachside culinary retreat Aquí Me Quedo and the debut of its ultra-luxury villas.
Rosewood Mayakoba marks its 10th anniversary this year through a wide selection of newly introduced experiences for travelers including enhancements to the property, exclusive food and beverage programming, and a continued level of elevated service. To commemorate the occasion, the property will also offer a luxurious, weekend-long fiesta to celebrate the continued support of its guests and community in March 2018.
About Rosewood Mayakoba
Rosewood Mayakoba sits in the heart of a 620-acre resort enclave in the Riviera Maya. Built along winding lagoons and a mile-long arc of pristine beach, this oasis of indulgence offers 129 suites and seven private villas with 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® 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 recently been awarded the Rainforest Alliance Certification.
About Rosewood Hotels & Resorts
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® manages 24 one-of-a-kind luxury properties in 15 countries, with 20 new hotels under development. Each Rosewood hotel embraces the brand’s A Sense of Place® philosophy to reflect the individual location’s history, culture and sensibilities. The Rosewood collection includes some of the world’s most legendary hotels and resorts, including The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel in New York, Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek in Dallas and Hôtel de Crillon, A Rosewood Hotel in Paris, as well as new classics such as Rosewood Beijing.
About U.S. News & World Report
U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in rankings and consumer advice, evaluated more than 24,000 luxury hotels across the United States, Europe, Canada, Mexico and Bermuda with the 2018 Best Hotels rankings published in over 200 destinations. The Best Hotels methodology scored luxury properties based upon a methodology that combines each property’s industry awards with expert and guest reviews. For more information, please visit USNews.com and search for #BestHotels18 on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
