The Jewel of Riviera Maya: Banyan Tree Mayakoba
You’ll feel like an A-list celeb hanging in your private pool villa and snacking on sushi beachside sipping margs at 10 am. This place is $$$ but so worth it. Travel in style around the Mayakoba compound via golf cart or in a private cart to eat, drink, & spa at the other 3 equally impressive hotels: Rosewood Mayakoba, Fairmont Mayakoba, and Andaz Mayakoba. You really never have to leave the resort at all! There is so much to do at your own hotel & having access to the others makes it feel like you’re just staying at one exclusive resort.
Villas & Suites
Live it up in luxury with a slew of different villas and suites to choose from. These private escapes feel more like vacation homes than they do hotel rooms. We stayed in the new oceanfront balcony pool suite, and wow - this is one of the best hotel rooms I’ve ever stayed in. Rooms feature spacious terraces, full to mid-size swimming pools, and stunning views of the beach. You can’t go wrong with any room you choose.
Restaurant & Bars
Saffron: the highlight restaurant of the hotel - eat dinner floating above the water.
Cello: Italian speciality restaurant for dinner.
Reflections Pool Bar: casual dining at the more low key pool.
HAAB: deep in the jungle dining experience, most pricey of the restaurants.
Restaurants & Bars
Sands Beach Club: indoor/outdoor all day spot right off the main pool.
Oriente: international food served for breakfast & lunch.
Tomahawk Open Fire Latin Grill: outdoor steakhouse.
The Ember: Mayakoba’s only all Kosher restaurant.
La Copa: lobby lounge bar serving Mexican food from lunch til late night - also tequila shots.
The Burger Shop: burgers all day everyday .
Ixchel
Ixchel offers a truly unique culinary experience aboard a traditional Mexican Trajinera. Enjoy breakfast or dinner while exploring the waterways of Mayakoba. This was awesome and the most memorable activity of our trip. We did the daytime cruise, which featured wine and a spread of different foods. We loved seeing the other hotels on the Mayakoba compound from the water.
Beach Life
Any hotel that offers up beach couches, cushioned loungers, daybeds, and bean bags for no additional cost, is a place where I will be spending the entire day. We ordered oysters and sushi right to our spot on the beach and the experience was exceptional. The service was very attentive and the quality of both food and drinks was 💯.
Pool Daze
There are two pools to choose from depending on the vibe you are looking for. The main pool is attached to the beach and that’s where you’ll find all the action. You can grab a drink from Sands Beach Club or order directly to your daybed. Those looking for a private and tranquil experience should check out Reflections pool. They have a swim up bar and serve lunch from 12-5pm. And then of course, for the ultimate luxe pool experience, your private villa pool is the place to be.
Spa
The first item on our agenda? Indulge in some serious pampering. The spa itself is gorgeous with tropical vibes and views throughout. Each treatment room is completely private and v spacious making it feel like a true escape. The signature massage starts with a foot cleansing ritual and ends with complimentary ginger tea you can enjoy with no rush. Book a couple’s experience, a solo massage, or honestly, anything on the menu.
How to get here & around
The Cancun International Airport is the main airport within the Yucatan Peninsula and the closest to the resort. It’s about a 45-minute drive and the hotel can help arrange transportation ahead of time, or you can grab a taxi when you exit the airport. Uber is also available in Cancun.
Once you’re at the resort, you can visit the other hotels in the compound by private car that the hotel will arrange for you. If you are looking for assistance getting around Banyan Tree, there are golf carts constantly driving around to assist guests.
Accessibility & Dietary
The food accommodations are next level at Banyan Tree Mayakoba. They are beyond accommodating with dietary restrictions and are proud partners with the best and most reputable Kosher supplier in the area, The Ember. Enjoy authentic Kosher meals for lunch and dinner at Banyan Tree Mayakoba.
The team here is trained to offer the best experience for their guests. They encourage anyone traveling with specific accessibility needs to reach out to experienceconcierge-mayakoba@groupbanyan.com so they can best accommodate them and their families ahead of arriving at the resort.
The lobby and public areas are adapted for wheelchair users, including an elevator and easy access areas on the beach. They even have specific villas available for those with different mobility needs.
