Rosewood Mayakoba, Playa del Carmen Centro

Surrounded by the jungle's emerald embrace, Rosewood Mayakoba is imbued with the spirit of Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula and is just 42 miles from the Cancun International Airport. A journey to this serene world captivates the soul with stunning natural beauty and pure refinement. Situated along a mile-long arc of white Caribbean sand, Rosewood Mayakoba is the heart of a 1,600-acre luxury resort enclave located south of Cancun and north of Playa del Carmen. Guests enjoy such local activities as championship golf and Greg Norman's El Camaleon; swimming at the beach, in the infinity-edge pool, and spa pools; snorkeling and diving excursions; horseback riding; day trips to explore Mayan ruins; shopping in nearby Playa del Carmen; tequila tastings; deep-sea sports fishing; and more.Built along serene lagoons and the Caribbean Sea, the resort's 128 suites are strikingly modern in design yet crafted from such indigenous materials as to appear born of the jungle. Limestone, wood and water are fused in harmony with the natural surroundings. Amenities include a heated plunge pool, outdoor deck, boat dock, in-room tequila welcome, daily housekeeping, turndown service, fresh fruit bowl and bottled water replenished daily, free wireless internet access, satellite TV and music, iPod docking station, dual telephone line, air conditioning, safety deposit box, and hair dryer.Upon arrival, guests are transported by luxury boats or golf cart to a personal sanctuary. All of the suites feature crisp, open spaces, contemporary furnishings, and sliding-glass doors with wooden lattices for natural airiness. Accommodations at the luxury Playa del Carmen resort are complemented with such details as rooftop sundecks, over-sized terraces, spacious bathrooms (some with outdoor garden showers), plunge pools, and boat docks.