Mayakoba is a personal resort comprised of 4 luxurious accommodations (The Fairmont, The Andaz, Banyan Tree, and Rosewood), that have 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 huge, closely secured gates of Mayakoba there isn’t a must step foot off the property. After coming into the huge, lush land, you will not wish to go away. Every part you want is situated on this huge property and visitors can cost their room at any lodge on the resort. Golf cart shuttles run often all through the lodge 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.
Situated contained in the personal resort neighborhood 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 huge, 10,000-square-foot pool with a swim-up bar and slides. There are a number of fine-dining eating places, a beautiful spa, and tons of actions that may hold you content right here for weeks. You may must hop on the complimentary shuttle to get round this huge property as every part is tremendous unfold out including to the unique and seclusive vibe that permeates the grounds. You may additionally must 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 deal with every visitor. The eating places are constantly improbable. Staying at The Fairmont is the definition of a luxurious trip at its best.
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 Journey
The Fairmont presents visitors a personal, complimentary, forty-five-minute boat experience by way of the canals. Simply be certain that to order the tour prematurely. Miguel is without doubt one of the educated guides who eagerly shares his data about how the builders of Mayakoba helped convey the underground pure rivers to the floor after they used dynamite to interrupt the limestone caves. He’s additionally well-informed concerning the wildlife- you will go away studying about most of the 150 species of birds, tons of turtles (we noticed dozens), caves with stalagmites, and ten resident crocodiles (we obtained to rise up shut to at least one!) that reside on the character reserve. The reflections of the luxurious vegetation within the water are so picturesque and the continual movement of bridges you will drive by way of will transport you to Venice simply momentarily since you’ll shortly understand you do not wish to be wherever 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 e-book a tour together with your Mayakoba lodge for this once-in-a-lifetime alternative. Our information led us to a bit of the reef on a small sailboat, a number of hundred toes from shore. You may’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 likely be a type of magical recollections that you’ll treasure endlessly. Be sure 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 somewhat small however it delivers huge flavors. You may find it irresistible.
Casa Amate at The Andaz Mayakoba
Casa Amate is constantly ranked as one in every of Mexico’s High 120 Eating places by Guía México Gastronómic. This Latin American high-quality eating institution creatively prepares dishes with excellent flavors. You will not be capable 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 sure to go away room for his or her distinctive desserts. Not solely is each chunk divine, however the creative displays are additionally equally fascinating. Reservations are required.
Saffron at Banyan Tree
From the second that you’re greeted by the bellmen at Banyan Tree you understand {that a} distinctive expertise lies forward. The staff at Banyan greets you by title, with out you mentioining this data to them, and nonchalantly point out that your personal 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 likely be washed with rose water and girls may have an orchid positioned of their hair. The setting is actually spectacular. You may dine among the many mangroves, underneath the celebrities, on a deck overlooking the water. For sure, the Thai impressed delicacies is sensational as effectively. Every dish bursts with unique flavors; be certain that to attempt a lot 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
A fantastic 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 objects 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 go away the resort. For the last word rest and foodie expertise, it’s good to search no additional. Rooms aren’t low cost however the accommodations 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 an alternative, that is the place you will wish to plant your self for an optimum trip of enjoyable within the solar and sea.