Beyond towering coconut palms, Belmond Maroma is a 63-room and Mexican resort reminiscent of a grand hacienda—chalk white set against a 200-acre jungle—along one of the world’s finest beaches. A Mayan mystique surrounds this natural paradise. Belmond Maroma is bushy palapas and authentic Mexican flavors. Large swimming pools with an ocean view or stay hushed like secrets behind lush gardens. A reverence for pure escapism and timeless hospitality draws guests from the world over. It’s a Mexican hideaway courageously rooted in the Yucatan’s rich culture and lived out everyday as a tribute to the Mayan gods, bordered by the world´s second longest barrier reef, providing world-class SCUBA and snorkeling. The reef provides safe sea bathing in all weather conditions and protects Belmond Maroma’s talcum powder-like white sand beach, which has been recognized as the “World´s Best Beach” by the Travel Channel.
LOCATION
Located approximately 15 minutes by car from Playa del Carmen and 35 minutes form Cancun Airport, Belmond Maroma is an oasis set on a quiet beachfront setting on the Riviera Maya. Beautiful uncrowded beaches, lush jungles, over 100 mystical Cenotes and Maya ruins and a variety of eco-adventure and sport activities are all located within the region. Served by most of the major airlines via Cancun International airport, it is only a one-hour flight from Miami; two hours from Dallas, Houston, and Atlanta; and just three hours from New York and Chicago.
DESIGN
Belmond Maroma’s authentic Maya sensibility is evident throughout. The resort is made up of several white stucco buildings, two or three stories in height each with thatched roof terraces to maximize views and privacy.
Buildings are joined by winding stone pathways lined with lush plantings, which are lit by over 1000 candles or torches each evening.
Each building has been crafted by hand by the same family of Maya masons and purposefully aligned to the stars to ensure proper energy flow so that mind, body and spirit are at peace. Interiors feature curved lines, indigenous building products and windows that capture sunbeams; oversized tubs adorned with Mexican tiles, and carved lighting niches that define sensuality.
ROOMS
Open to the sea and shaded by swaying palms, the resort offers 63 luxurious rooms and suites and one four-bedroom villa with original art by former resident artist Bertrand Castelli and handmade furniture. All guestrooms offer ocean or garden views, hand-loomed bedding and rugs, private terraces with sofas and/or double hammocks, bamboo shutters, telephone, in-room safes, and iPod station & CD player. Bathrooms are resplendent with organic toiletries and feature oversized tubs: hand-made and adorned with Mexican tiles, no two are alike.
DINING
Genuine Mexican flavors and an award-winning Executive Chef combine to create a memorable dining experience for even the most sophisticated palate. Belmond Maroma’s cuisine boasts a superb range that celebrates traditions of Yucatan while complementing the resort’s sense if luxury and elegance.
El Restaurante
Enjoy a breathtaking view of the Caribbean Sea in Belmond Maroma’s casually elegant El Restaurante. Throughout the day a selection of delicious “Regional Mexican cuisine” is available. The best of each Mexican region cuisine is expressed in different creative and authentic dishes. At our breakfast we transmit the Mexican hospitality received in any home around the country, “como en casa” with homemade yogurt, hot chocolate, chiles filled with scrambled eggs and chilaquiles. At Lunch we transmit the freshness and flavorful of the Mexican coasts, having our signature Guacamole (which includes delicious grasshoppers!) our Ceviche Sampler, among other dishes. At Dinner more upscale Mexican dishes from all different regions are presented (the most popular dish is the Roasted Suckling Pig cochinita style).
Executive Chef Juan Pablo Loza is the creator of all this authentic and delicious delicacies.
El Restaurante is open for breakfast from 7:00 am – 11:00 am, lunch from 11:30 am – 5:00 pm, and dinner from 6:00 pm – 10:30 pm.
El Sol Tapas & Restaurant
El Sol Tapas & Restaurant offers Mediterranean-style cuisine with a unique Pre-Hispanic Mexican twist. Presented in a rustic yet elegant setting, local ingredients, herbs and spices are reinvented to provide a magnificent culinary experience. Executive Chef Juan Pablo Loza has used the “tapas” concept to create a casual atmosphere where the simplicity of the menu is coupled by an eclectic mix of tastes. Sharp citrus flavors contrast with olive oils and chiles to season the freshest meats and seafood, delivering an authentic and exciting meal. Whether diners are interested in the wine flights or simply sipping a glass with their meal, El Sol Tapas & Restaurant offers a remarkable collection of the best wines from around the world, as well as an excellent selection of new generation Mexican wines. The award winning wine cellar with over 340 options, is bound to impress even the most discerning connoisseur.
El Sol is open for dinner Monday through Saturday from 6:00 pm – 10:30 pm.
Freddy’s Tequila And Ceviche Bar Tecquila on site mescal instead mezcal
Freddy´s bar offers a selection of over 120 Tequilas. Freddy´s Bar has the largest selection of tequila on the Riviera Maya, including one of the most indulgent top-shelf tastes, at $350 a sip. Guests can also enjoy a variety of sushi and sashimi dishes prepared with local flavors, from our evening menu. Open daily from 10:00 am – 10:00 pm.
Wine Cellar
The award winning wine cellar with over 350 options is bound to impress even the most discerning connoisseur. Enjoy a private dinner in our cellar as good life continues in Belmond Maroma with beautiful mild weather or adventure yourself in an exciting Mexican wine Tasting. Wine lovers will discover Mexico’s new Bouquets combined with the best view of the Mexican Caribbean and the history of Mexico through wines that some of them can be hardly found around the world
La Cantina Restaurant
In our “Noches de Cantina”, our guests can enjoy an extraordinary menu of traditional Botanas that represent the best of Mexican home-style cuisine accompanied by an extensive list of traditional beverages such as homemade beers, tequila, mezcal and other iconic beverages.
The authentic atmosphere and Mexican music immediately transport us to the golden years of these wonderful places that are an essential part of the true Mexican experience. Reservations are required.
Theme dinner starts at 7pm
GASTRONOMIC EXPERIENCES AT MAROMA
Cantina Night
Noches de Cantina is a twice weekly event that offers a genuine taste of Mexico. A diverse menu of delicious Botanas (home-style dishes), including Fideo seco (dry noodles with chipotle, avocado and fresh cheese) and cordero rostizado (roasted suckling lamb “Monterrey Style?), is served alongside homebrewed beers, a range of tequilas and the local tipple, Mezcal. The evening is completed by vibrant Mexican music and dancing.
Theme dinner starts at 7pm Tuesday & Saturday.
Cooking Classes
Learn the secrets of traditional Mexican gastronomy from our Executive Chef. Return from your vacation a master of Mexican cuisine.
Tequila Tasting
Every Wednesday at 17:00 at Freddy’s bar there is a 40 minute presentation about the origins of tequila including a three kind of the finest blends (Blanco, Reposado and Añejo) tasting, especially designed to give our guests the opportunity to discover more about this legendary spirit.. Our bartender will chart the history and traditions that lie behind the tequila. At the end, you will receive a certificate to prove your participation in the Tequila Tasting.
Wine Tasting
Every Thursday at 5 pm in El Sol & Tapas Restaurant enjoy an exclusive and private wine tasting paired with delicious tapas, followed by a private tour to our Wine Cellar.
Taco Night
Indulge yourself in a casual dinner with our special menu inspired by the essence of Mexico City. Under the guidance of Juan Pablo Executive Chef and his team, we offer the opportunity to discover Mexican ingredients and learn to prepare local delicacies like Tacos, Tostadas, Empanadas and more…An opportunity for you to enjoy traditional Mexican “street food” in an authentic setting At the Jungle-Garden: An elegant-rustic option nestled amongst lush garden and surrounded by exuberant jungle, classified as semi-evergreen lowland rainforest.
Enjoy the best of Cotemporary Mexican Guitar by a self-taught composer, Javier Rojas, a musician in love with his guitar accompanied by a percussion instrument originally from Peru, El Cajon. Theme dinner starts at 7pm Thursday
Aldea Maya
Aldea Maya is designed to immerse guests in the sights, sounds, tastes, smells, and feelings of ancient Mayan culture. The restaurant is a true culinary destination and provides even the most seasoned travelers and foodies with an incredibly authentic cultural experience. The full design and atmosphere will be warm and friendly for our guest to come back again and again to reconnect with nature and learn from it.
Noche De Pescador
There’s nothing as existentially refreshing as a under the Stars beach side meal.
Once you have seen everything and eat everywhere, cherish LA NOCHE DEL PESCADOR concept for its simplicities. A secret trove of delicious live Fresh grilled Fish and seafood.
No Menu, No Bill, No worries…What I cook, that’s what you get…. says Juan Pablo, Executive Chef… In return, you pay what you think the diner is worth.
For every dinner sold, we’ll donate 50% of our Revenue to Amigos de Sian Ka’an Organization. So make your belly happy while helping to make others’ happy too!
You will experience one of the coolest night in your life! After dinner dance the night away in our themed Mexican-Caribbean lounge entertained by Live Music and get warm up close to our traditional bonfire.
Every Monday at 7 p.m.
“K’aak Night”
Celebrate K’aak, Mayan for fire, with a sumptuous barbeque and roast suckling pig on the beach. Feast on fresh fish and fine meats as Caribbean and jarocha music plays. As this magical night comes to an end, watch the bonfire burn under the brilliant starry sky. Every Friday at 7 p.m.
Chefs Table
Under the guidance of Juan Pablo, our Executive Chef, we are pleased to offer the opportunity to discover something unique and very rich in interpretation. Every Wednesday Juan Pablo gets inspired by one Mexican ingredient and creates a complete 5 course dinner based on this ingredient, yes even the desert is made with this ingredient; Chiles, Tomatoes, Mexican Herbs and Chocolate. He will interpret each ingredient History and flavors from all Mexico combined with the finest Mexican wine selection recommendation of Sommelier Gabriel.
Salsa and Margarita Lessons
A fusion of musical ideas which originally came from Africa and Spain gave origin to Salsa music; we decided to create a fusion with Margaritas and Salsa for your body to learn new grooves and to loosen up your spirit, because “Dance is the hidden language of the soul”
***Daily events might change depending on the season.***
KINAN SPA
Kinan [pronounced – keynan] is Maya for “the source of life”. Similar to the Asian concept of Chi, Kinan it is often referred to as the individual inner energy. Combining Zen and Maya concepts, the spa offers a full range of spa services in unique environments ranging from treatment rooms with private gardens, outdoor pavilion rooms in the Zen Garden and a rooftop tower treatment room with 360-degree views taking in the ocean and jungle.
Kinan Spa also features a steam bath and saunas with cold plunge pools. These additional services complement the traditional Maya Temazcal (the spiritual Maya sweat lodge) that is currently offered.
The 560-square-foot Wellness Center located adjacent to the Spa features a variety of Techno gym equipment, including: two treadmills, a computerized stationary bike, a step machine/elliptical runner, cable, lat and leg extension machines, free weights and a lounge and stretching area. The Wellness center features floor to ceiling views of the jungle and surrounding gardens. In addition to personal training, the center also offers spinning classes and yoga at a rooftop palapa.
Kinan Beauty Solution by Dr. Frank Rosengaus
An Encounter with your Own Beauty, get what you want in life by feeling beautiful.
Fantastic Botox Beauty
Dr. Rosengaus, our worldwide recognized doctor, will enhance your own beauty by designing a natural perfect look. Feel younger for longer.
Amazing Filler Balance Beauty
It is one of the fastest and most effective solutions improving your facial harmony that will enhance your beauty to live with self-confidence and success. Fulfill your dreams…
Powerful Solution Filler for Men
You’re successful. You’re powerful. You’re active. You achieve. Get strength with good looks.
All treatments need a previous appointment. Kinan Beauty Solutions has the latest technology and therefore you will be able to have a Medical Telepresence Consultation with Dr. Rosengaus at any moment. None of our solutions interferes with your ability to have a wonderful time at Belmond Maroma.
About Dr. Frank Rosengaus,
- Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon with 20 years of experience.
- Board Member of the international Federation of plastic surgery societies (IFFPSS)
- Board Member of the top advisory council on the developments of fillers for the pharmaceutical industry.
- Member of the American academy of facial plastic and reconstructive surgery,(AAFPRS)
- Director of ultimate medica and ultrabody clinics in Mexico & Paris (France).
EVENT & MEETING SPACE
Theater Violoncello, a private meeting theater that seats up to 50, is ideal for small group functions and meetings and provides high-speed internet access as well as projection screen capabilities. In addition, Belmond Maroma’s abundance of outdoor space provides numerous alfresco options for gatherings by the pool, under palm trees or on the white sand beach. The sales staff can arrange for all ground transportation, excursions, banquets and special events as well as all the extras from mariachi bands to fireworks.
GUEST SERVICES
A dedicated staff is committed to the anticipation and fulfillment of guests’ needs, including:
- 24-hour room service, including hospitality services
- Laundry/dry cleaning
- Multi-lingual staff
- Full-time aficionado staff for customized sight-seeing tours, rental cars, etc.
- Nightly turndown service
- Spanish immersion program
Guest amenities include:
- Two restaurants
- Indoor bar with billiards and card table
- Beach front bar
- Three outdoor pools
- Two tennis courts
- Boutique/Art Gallery
- Cultural Palapa with library of books on the Riviera Maya, Mexico and the Maya people
- A Multimedia theater with extensive film library
- The Wellness Center
- Beach front activities center with snorkeling equipment, scuba center, kayaks, sailboats,
Hobie Cat, windsurfing, and kite surfing (available with an additional charge)
- Complimentary computer access in the entertainment lounge
- High speed internet connection in room
- Personal combination-lock safe in each guest room
Game Center
Created for families and our youngest guest, which includes different activities for children and games for all ages; X-box Kinect, movies, board games, etc.
Baby sitter service available at an additional charge
Yoga & Wellbeing
Increase flexibility and spiritual harmony with our range of classes:
Choose from: yoga, meditation, cardiovascular training, corrective exercise, fat loss regimen, flexibility program, body building or sport-specific training.
Yoga (a variety of styles are available, an additional charge may apply to some classes)
Feel at one as you harmonize body, mind and spirit.
Join one of our inspirational classes, suitable for all levels.
Private Sessions available
Complimentary Group Sessions
His and His / Hers and Hers packages available.
Excursions:
- Snorkeling
- Kite boarding
- Diving
- Windsurfing
- Sailing
- Kayaking
- Jungle river trips and fishing on premises with Belmond Maroma guides
- Guided nature walks
- Eco tours
- Deep-sea fishing
- Swimming with Dolphins
- Championship golf located nearby
- Day trips to Chichen Itza, Tulum Uxmal, Merida, Tikal, Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve, and Contoy Island bird sanctuary
Cultural Activities:
- Cooking classes
- Tequila Tasting
- Spanish Immersion Program
Pets:
- Belmond Maroma is pet friendly and considers your pet a member of the family. We will ensure their stay is as enjoyable and comfortable as their owner’s.
- Size politics may apply
AWARDS
In addition to receiving accolades in numerous publications, including The New York Times, Town & Country, Travel + Leisure, Vogue, Andrew Harper’s Hideaway Report, Gayot and Gourmet, Belmond Maroma has also been honored by being named “The Top Beach” on The Travel Channel’s “The World’s 10 Best Beaches,” in Condé Nast Traveler’s “25 Coolest Places in the World,” and “Top 10 Best Latin/Atlantic Hotels” “Best Spa in Mexico and Central America” Condé Nast Traveler’s 250 Best Spas 2011 and Modern Bride’s “Word’s Best Honeymoon Destination.”
