PARADISE PERFECTED REST, RELAXATION, AND REJUVENATION

For respite from the world, head to Rosewood Mayakoba’s spa island and check into a special wellness suite. Designed with both indoor and outdoor features, overlooking a lagoon, each suite has a private heated plunge pool, meditation pavilion and a reflexology fountain—all surrounded by verdant vegetation separating guests from the rest of the resort. This eco-hideaway focuses on daily wellness activities. Go for ecological excursions through canals by kayak or paddleboard. Back on land, guests can explore winding natural trails on foot and bike, or enjoy a yoga session in the outdoor palapa.

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The Ayurveda experience here combines aromatherapy using essential oils to reduce stress and enhance immunity. rosewoodhotels.com/en/ mayakoba-riviera-maya Banyan Tree Mayakoba is often revered as the gold standard for responsible tourism, toting awards for their low-impact efforts. Recently renovated and expanded, the 50-million-dollar investment brings guests new villas, an expanded spa, and a beach club. For an afternoon of pampering, you can step into the oceanview massage rooms to enjoy natural therapies overlooking the water. The newest accommodations offer beachfront access with an interior patio for morning meditations, as well as a private heated pool for evening hydrotherapy sessions.

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For the ultimate immersive experience, enjoy a Balinese massage, followed by a yoghurt body splash and fresh milk nourisher, which promises to refresh skin. banyantree.com/ en/mexico/mayakoba