About Banyan Tree Mayakoba

BANYAN TREE EXPERIENCE

In days gone by, banyan trees provided shade and shelter to weary travelers. Banyan Tree hotels and resorts symbolize the comfort and respite provided by nature, enhanced by elegance, sophistication and uncompromised luxury. Our philosophy is founded on rejuvenation of the body, mind and soul, a truly sanctuary for the senses.

UNCOVER THE ESSENCE OF THE RIVIERA MAYA

For centuries the epicenter of one the most flourishing civilizations in human history and stretched along the translucent Caribbean Sea in the beautiful Yucatan Peninsula, rests the multicultural and hippie-chic Riviera Maya. Extending from the Cancun International Airport to Playa del Carmen and down to the village of Tulum, the Riviera Maya is a magical place well known for its natural diversity, historical vestiges, rich culture and the unparalleled warmth of its people.

BANYAN TREE MAYAKOBA

Mayakoba, meaning village over the water, is internationally-recognized as one of the most exclusive resort communities in Mexico and home to three world-class resorts and the only PGA Championship golf course in Latin America. Nestled along the edge of the lush and exotic jungle, Banyan Tree Mayakoba flawlessly blends luxury, nature and serenity within an extraordinary fusion of Mexican culture and Asian hospitality. A breathtaking sanctuary for the senses and an idyllic retreat for relaxation, rejuvenation, romance and world-class dining.

VILLAS

A dreamlike spot where you will experience the genuine Asian sense of well-being, ultimate comfort and peaceful solitude. 117 elegantly-designed private villas and residences featuring one, two and three bedrooms. Each immersed in nature and featuring expansive living areas, plush furnishings, your own private pool and so much more. An intimate oasis surrounded by picturesque lagoons, lush mangroves, a PGA golf course and brilliant sugar sand beaches. Perfect for romantic getaways, family trips and groups of friends, Banyan Tree Mayakoba offers a variety of magnificent private villas – from secluded pool villas to 3-Bedroom Oceanfront Villas. All feature spacious and airy outdoor areas, private pools and unique layouts. Inspired by the courtyard houses of the Far East, each villa is discreetly built into the thoughtfully conserved landscape.

BANYAN TREE SPA

The award-winning Banyan Tree Spa is an intimate haven created to blend romance, serenity and exotic sensuality. Featuring the intuitive art of touch, uniquely-trained therapists and masterfully-ceremonial treatments, the Banyan Tree Spa experience is the very essence of Asian wellness philosophy. Founded in Phuket in 2001, the Banyan Tree Spa Academy provides dedicated training facilities to ensure that our highly-skilled therapists consistently deliver the highest quality treatments anywhere around the world, including Mayakoba. Expect nothing less than quietude, warmth and well-being.

THE RAINFOREST

Presenting The Rainforest, an invigorating, state-of-the-art hydrothermal experience unlike no other. A signature innovation, The Rainforest trail features eight different hydrothermal therapy experiences that include the Rain Walk, Aroma Steam Chamber and Finnish Sauna to afford you a holistic and revitalizing journey within an extravagant tropical world.

DESTINATION DINING

Banyan Tree Mayakoba offers a fantastic assortment of uniquely-superior dining experiences to suit all tastes. Whether you’re in the mood for a champagne breakfast, an in-villa poolside barbecue, or candlelit dinner under the stars. From authentic Thai cuisine to the freshest seafood and contemporary Mexican fare, you’ll find abundant culinary delights.

IXCHEL

Meaning ‘Goddess of the Moon’ in Maya, Ixchel is our traditional and one-of-a-kind‘trajinera’ or dining boat. Treat yourself to a magnificent fusion of local and international cuisines and sail through the waterways and mangroves of Mayakoba.

INTIMATE MOMENTS

Banyan Tree Mayakoba flawlessly blends romance, nature and serenity in exquisite harmony. In our sanctuary for the senses couples enjoy cherished moments with our signature combination of intimacy and exotic sensuality.

PGA GOLF

A true masterpiece and designed by the legendary Greg Norman, El Camaleón is home to the only PGA Tour event in Latin America, the OHL Classic at Mayakoba. The dazzling course winds through tropical jungle, dense mangroves and stretches of Caribbean sand. It’s 18 holes of sheer beauty. Enjoy full days of shot-saving techniques, world-class golf instruction and drastically improve your game at the Jim McLean Golf Academy. Come and play where the pros play!

MEETINGS AND EVENTS

Inspiring, stimulating, spectacular, unforgettable. Words that begin to describe group experiences at the Riviera Maya’s Sanctuary for the Senses. Exotic settings and seductive themed events are just the beginning. Choose from fourteen indoor and outdoor function spaces, including beachside venues, tropical estates, Mayakoba’s El Pueblito, sunset-looking terraces and state-of-the-art ballrooms and meeting rooms. And to top it all off, taste superb world flavors orchestrated by master chefs.

THE BANYAN TREE COMPROMISE

Banyan Tree Mayakoba is committed to creating a positive impact for our surrounding environment and our guests. Among our many accolades and accreditations, we are most proud to be EarthCheck Silver Certified and a Rainforest Alliance Sustainable Standard-Setter Award winner. We strive to care for our planet and operate under the simple premise of “Embracing the environment and empowering the people.”