Mayakoba is a non-public resort comprised of 4 luxurious resorts (The Fairmont, The Andaz, Banyan Tree, and Rosewood), that had been constructed round channels of water which are surrounded by a tropical jungle. Mayakoba is named the “Venice of Mexico” due to all of the bridges and canals that join the 4 properties to at least one one other. When you enter the large, closely secured gates of Mayakoba there isn’t a have to step foot off the property. After coming into the huge, lush land, you will not wish to depart. All the things you want is situated on this large property and visitors can cost their room at any resort on the resort. Golf cart shuttles run repeatedly all through the resort transporting visitors across the grounds. That is not a walkable property and you may want a shuttle or bike to get round. Mayakoba, situated on the jap facet of Mexico, on the Riviera Maya, alongside the Caribbean Ocean, is only a thirty-minute drive from Cancun Airport. You may end up reveling in final ranges of luxurious and leisure at each second of your keep.
Positioned contained in the non-public resort group of Mayakoba, The Fairmont maintains 401 visitor rooms nestled in a tropical forest with beachfront entry to the pristine seashores of this facet of Mexico. There are 5 swimming pools together with one large, 10,000-square-foot pool with a swim-up bar and slides. There are a number of fine-dining eating places, a stunning spa, and tons of actions that may preserve you cheerful right here for weeks. You may have to hop on the complimentary shuttle to get round this large property as every little thing is tremendous unfold out including to the unique and seclusive vibe that permeates the grounds. You may additionally have to snag seashore chairs and umbrellas early (through the season) as a result of they’re just a little aggressive to seek out. The service stands out as impeccable. The employees is extremely well-trained to handle each visitor. The eating places are persistently unbelievable. Staying at The Fairmont is the definition of a luxurious trip at its most interesting.
The rooms are well-maintained and immaculate. You may love the little touches like robes and slippers, largely built-in closets, deep soaking tubs, glass water bottles, and opulent bathtub merchandise. I particularly beloved the bottle of insect repellant, which you will want it doesn’t matter what time of 12 months you will go to.
Canal Experience
The Fairmont gives visitors a non-public, complimentary, forty-five-minute boat trip via the canals. Simply be sure to order the tour prematurely. Miguel is likely one of the educated guides who eagerly shares his information about how the builders of Mayakoba helped convey the underground pure rivers to the floor once they used dynamite to interrupt the limestone caves. He’s additionally well-informed in regards to the wildlife- you will depart studying about lots of the 150 species of birds, tons of turtles (we noticed dozens), caves with stalagmites, and ten resident crocodiles (we acquired to stand up shut to at least one!) that stay on the character reserve. The reflections of the luxurious vegetation within the water are so picturesque and the continual circulation of bridges you will drive via will transport you to Venice simply momentarily since you’ll rapidly understand you do not wish to be anyplace else however Mayakoba.
Snorkel
Mayakoba has easy accessibility to the second largest reef on the planet, second to Australia’s Nice Barrier Reef. The Mesoamerican Barrier Reef is a marine area alongside the coasts of Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, and Honduras. I strongly advocate that you just guide a tour together with your Mayakoba resort for this once-in-a-lifetime alternative. Our information led us to a bit of the reef on a small sailboat, just a few hundred toes from shore. You possibly can’t think about the underwater world you will witness. 1000’s of colourful fish will swim alongside you as your information factors out hard-to-spot lobsters, the names of uncommon fish, and even jellyfish. This will probably be a type of magical recollections that you’ll treasure eternally. Be certain to not miss this uncommon alternative.
The place to Eat:
Fuego at The Fairmont Mayakoba
This beachfront property will tantalize your tastebuds. Toes within the sand, tequila in hand, and contemporary Tlayuda in a basket with three dips… what else are you able to ask for? Be ready for Fuego to ship essentially the most scrumptious Mexican-inspired dishes made proper in entrance of you on an open flame. The menu is moderately small but it surely delivers massive flavors. You may adore it.
Casa Amate at The Andaz Mayakoba
Casa Amate is persistently ranked as considered one of Mexico’s High 120 Eating places by GuÃa México Gastronómic. This Latin American nice eating institution creatively prepares dishes with excellent flavors. You will not have the ability to cease consuming. Some must-tries are the celery root salad, the Totoaba sashimi, marinated octopus, purple snapper wrapped in banana leaf, and the brief rib proudly cooked for eight hours. Every dish has added warmth with hints of serrano peppers and Morita chili and every recipe embody distinctive vegetable preparations like fried corn and roasted oranges. Be certain to depart room for his or her distinctive desserts. Not solely is each chunk divine, however the creative shows are additionally equally charming. Reservations are required.
Saffron at Banyan Tree
From the second that you’re greeted by the bellmen at Banyan Tree you realize {that a} distinctive expertise lies forward. The workforce at Banyan greets you by title, with out you mentioining this info to them, and nonchalantly point out that your non-public boat is awaiting to escort you to Saffron, often called the very best restaurant in Mayakoba. To additional set the temper, earlier than coming into the restaurant your palms will probably be washed with rose water and women can have an orchid positioned of their hair. The setting is really spectacular. You may dine among the many mangroves, below the celebs, on a deck overlooking the water. For sure, the Thai impressed delicacies is sensational as effectively. Every dish bursts with unique flavors; be sure to attempt loads of the dishes for a complete concept of what distinctive culinary expertise tastes like.
Hix Bar and Lounge at The Fairmont Mayakoba
For nice cocktails and pre-dinner Japanese-inspired snacks, hit this stylish and comfortable bar in the primary foyer of The Fairmont.
La Laguna at The Fairmont Mayakoba
An exquisite breakfast buffet will await you at La Laguna. There’s a scrumptious unfold of freshly-baked pastries, juicy native fruit, cheeses, salmon, freshly squeezed juices, and a number of other sizzling gadgets together with, chilaquiles, after all.
Brisas at The Fairmont Mayakoba
An open-aired beachfront restaurant, Brisas is the right lunch vacation spot for contemporary seafood. The ceviches are excellent and so are the ocean views.
Mayakoba is designed to cater to each visitor’s whim guaranteeing that there isn’t a want to depart the resort. For the last word rest and foodie expertise, that you must search no additional. Rooms aren’t low-cost however the resorts actually do not gouge you for drinks, meals, and actions like different five-star resorts usually do. You will not wish to journey right here to discover Mexico. As a substitute, that is the place you will wish to plant your self for an optimum trip of enjoyable within the solar and sea.