Hyatt Hotels Corporation and RLH Properties Open Alila Mayakoba, Marking the Brand’s Latin America and Caribbean Debut
A Landmark Debut in Riviera Maya
Hyatt Hotels Corporation and RLH Properties announce the grand opening of Alila Mayakoba, a luxury retreat immersed in nature and wellbeing on Mexico’s Riviera Maya. The opening represents a defining milestone for the Alila brand as it officially debuts in Latin America and the Caribbean with one of its most comprehensive and immersive resort expressions to date. Rooted in Alila’s place-led philosophy of hospitality, the resort embodies mindful luxury through open-air architecture, living Mayan traditions, and a thoughtfully curated guest journey that connects travelers deeply to the land and culture of the Yucatán Peninsula.
A Resort Expression of the Alila Philosophy
Conceived as a fully realized resort embodiment of the Alila brand, Alila Mayakoba translates the brand’s philosophy into a beachfront sanctuary defined by natural beauty, architectural harmony, and cultural immersion. The property integrates the serenity of the Caribbean shoreline with the layered rhythms of tranquil lagoons, offering guests a multidimensional experience shaped by water, jungle, and light. Every detail reflects the Alila commitment to mindful design and restorative travel, reinforcing its global identity while embracing the spirit of Riviera Maya.
Patrick Schori, General Manager of Alila Mayakoba, emphasized that from the moment guests arrive, the experience is designed to cultivate presence and connection. The resort’s unfolding landscapes, open-air spaces, and subtle sensory elements are carefully woven together to create an intuitive and restorative environment grounded in place.
Location and Setting Within Mayakoba
Situated within the prestigious Mayakoba enclave, a master-planned luxury resort community along the Caribbean coastline, Alila Mayakoba spans 60 acres of beachfront, lagoon, and lush jungle. The intimate sanctuary features 182 guestrooms, suites, and villas, many with private pools seamlessly integrated among mangroves and waterways. Six distinctive dining destinations enrich the guest experience, including the celebrated Casa Amate, alongside Spa Alila at Mayakoba, where treatments draw upon living Mayan traditions. The overall atmosphere is defined by stillness, authenticity, and harmony with the surrounding environment.
Design: A Retreat Shaped by Nature
Nearly 40 percent of the resort’s accommodations are suites, including an expansive beachfront Presidential Suite. Each guestroom at Alila Mayakoba serves as a private sanctuary where indoor and outdoor spaces blend effortlessly. Terraces open to mangroves and sea breezes, while natural textures and a Caribbean-inspired palette cultivate calm and cohesion with nature.
Interiors by Huber Design incorporate materials native to the Yucatán Peninsula, grounding the architecture in authenticity. Locally sourced hardwoods such as tzalam, parota, and rosa morada bring warmth and richness, complemented by hand-chiseled Mérida limestone and reclaimed travertine that add organic texture. Custom-designed furnishings created in collaboration with regional artisans transform functional design into meaningful artistic expression.
The resort unfolds in two distinct rhythms: lagoon-side spaces offer contemplative tranquility ideal for couples and solo travelers, while beachfront areas provide a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere along stretches of white sand.
Wellbeing as Identity, Not Amenity
At Alila Mayakoba, wellbeing is embedded in the resort’s identity rather than positioned as an optional amenity. Developed in collaboration with local therapists, philosophers, and Mayan elders, the wellbeing philosophy honors cultural integrity and living knowledge. Guests are welcomed with ancestral rituals including coconut water infused with sacred Melipona honey and regional botanicals, followed by clay-and-honey cleansing ceremonies rooted in traditional healing.
Signature Alila Moments deepen immersion through culturally guided experiences such as Earth and Clay purification rituals, Winds of Renewal journeys to private cenotes, and the Ixchel Water Blessing ceremony led by a Mayan elder to honor intention and renewal.
Spa Alila at Mayakoba operates as a sanctuary shaped by Mayan understandings of cyclical time and energy, guided by the sacred Tzolk’in calendar. Experiences include sunrise rituals, temazcal ceremonies, 528Hz sound immersions, and personalized treatments grounded in living traditions. Complementing these rituals is a state-of-the-art Technogym-powered fitness space offering advanced assessment systems to support personalized wellbeing journeys.
Tamara Lohan, Global Brand Leader – Luxury at Hyatt, highlighted that Alila Mayakoba represents a natural and fully realized expression of the Alila philosophy within its Mexican setting, delivering culturally rich experiences that resonate with World of Hyatt members and global travelers alike.
Dining: Culinary Journeys Rooted in Place
Dining at Alila Mayakoba celebrates local ingredients and regional heritage through diverse culinary venues.
Alisio Beach Club offers relaxed beachfront dining that evolves from daytime wellness-forward fare to evening live-fire seafood and Mediterranean-inspired cuisine.
Casa Amate returns as an intimate homage to its founders, blending globally inspired flavors with the warmth of home-inspired dining rooms.
Chef’s Atelier, El Huerto, led by Executive Chef Michael Grau, delivers a 12-seat tasting experience centered on sustainability and zero-waste principles, with ingredients grown on-site and integrated into a circular food system.
Na Cocina Local presents modern interpretations of regional cuisine inspired by Mayan cosmology, while Ninguno Taqueria elevates beloved street-side classics in an open-air setting. Xiim Bar transitions from morning pastries and chocolate specialties to handcrafted tequila and mezcal cocktails at sunset.
Spaces for Gatherings and Celebrations
Celebrations at Alila Mayakoba are curated to honor both personal ritual and natural surroundings. From beachfront weddings and chapel ceremonies to lagoon-side gatherings and elegant indoor events, each setting reflects architectural restraint and environmental harmony.
Luis Duran, CEO of RLH Properties, described the opening as a defining evolution in collaboration with Hyatt and a milestone that coincides with Mayakoba’s 20th anniversary, reinforcing the group’s commitment to eco-conscious luxury and place-driven resort development.
Inaugural Stay Offer
To commemorate its opening, Alila Mayakoba introduces an Inaugural Stay Offer featuring dedicated pre-arrival planning, complimentary round-trip airport transfers, and a signature Ixchel Water Blessing or Tribal Soundscapes wellbeing experience for two guests. The package also includes an enhanced hydrotherapy experience reflecting the resort’s core philosophy of balance and renewal. Reservations must be made by May 31, 2026 for stays through December 31, 2026 using offer code OPENING.
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