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Playa del Carmen

Every dispatch we've filed from Playa del Carmen, Mexico: luxury hotels, prestige spas, signature rituals and onsen.

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An outdoor living area with ocean views from a residence at Mandarin Oriental Residences Kanai, Riviera Maya

Luxury Stays · Mandarin Oriental

Mandarin Oriental Enters Riviera Maya's Luxury Residential Market

Mandarin Oriental has unveiled its forthcoming beachfront residences in Mexico's Riviera Maya, scheduled to open in 2028. The development pairs a 120-room resort with 49 private-pool suites within a protected coastal reserve.

E. ASHWORTH·2 min read

Aug 29, 2026

A portrait of Renata Portes, a woman with dark hair and a professional demeanor, likely taken in a hotel setting

News · Belmond

Belmond Shifts Leadership: Renata Portes Takes the Helm at Maroma

Effective November 24, 2025, Renata Portes will assume the General Manager role at Maroma, a revered Belmond property. This move marks a significant internal promotion within the luxury hospitality group.

E. ASHWORTH·2 min read

May 27, 2026

Hotels in Playa del Carmen

Where we'd stay

1 address on file in Playa del Carmen — each with our editorial file, live nightly rates and direct booking links.

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Rosewood Mayakoba

Nestled amidst the lush mangroves and the Caribbean Sea, Rosewood Mayakoba offers an immersive experience rooted in ancient Mayan traditions. This Riviera Maya sanctuary features overwater lagoons and private plunge pools, all crafted with indigenous materials like local wood and limestone, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of the Yucatán.

From €306 / night