The Mandarin Oriental Riviera Maya

The Mandarin Oriental Riviera Maya is set on 36 secluded acres on the coastline. Most of the 128 rooms are set in bungalow style villas and all have water views of the sea, lagoon or cenote, fresh water sinkholes. Some rooms are adjacent to the 25,000-square-foot spa, a destination in itself. Their spa is located centrally in a meditative garden and treatments are given in Thai massage suites or palapas (thatched huts) overlooking lagoons. All of the interiors of the room are designed with Asian influences and tropical flair, using native exotic woods and stone, bamboo hardwood floors, crème-colored marble and showcase Mexican art. Ceiba trees and a cenote, both sacred to the ancient Mayans, are integrated into the hotel's landscape.

Price: $455-$1,790

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