We are delighted to share with you our latest news. Come and explore the luxuries of Mandarin Oriental in one of the world’s most exciting travel destinations. There is so much to discover so we hope to welcome you soon.

Hotel News

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CocinaMOs – Cook with Us

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While staying at Mandarin Oriental Riviera Maya, learn some culinary tips and skills to cook gourmet meals back at home. We are delighted to present “CocinaMOs” – hands-on culinary classes where you will create epicurean delights, discover local ingredients and explore new cuisines. Find out more about CocinaMOs.

Awards

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Hospitality Design, June 2009

Mandarin Oriental Riviera Maya chosen for “Best Design” in the Resort Category

Spa Finder, March 2009

The Spa chosen as one of the TOP 10 Spas in Mexico

TravelAge West’s WAVE Awards, March 2009

Mandarin Oriental Riviera Maya chosen as an Editor’s Pick Award for Best of Best in travel

Gallivanter’s Guide (UK), January 2009

Mandarin Oriental Riviera Maya named as “Hotel of the Year” in the 2008 Gallivanter’s Awards for Excellence

Conde Nast Traveller (Spain) , November 2008

Mandarin Oriental Riviera Maya featured as a “HOT” new hotel in Conde Nast Traveller Spain’s HOT LIST of 65 new hotels around the world

Travel + Leisure (USA) , June 2008

In T+L’s third annual "It List," the editors chose the best new hotels in the world and Mandarin Oriental was selected and was the only property from the Riviera Maya.

The Daily Telegraph (UK) , June 2008

Mandarin Oriental Riviera Maya was placed in this year’s Ultra Travel’s Top 100 hotels listing in the category of “Best South American Hotel.”

Robb Report 20th Annual Best of the Best , June 2008

Mandarin Oriental Riviera Maya named Best Resort in Robb Report’s Best of the Best issue

Conde Nast Traveler (USA) , May 2008

Mandarin Oriental Riviera Maya and The Spa were named to Conde Nast Traveler’s HOT LIST of the world’s top new hotels and new spas

Conde Nast Traveller (UK) , May 2008

Mandarin Oriental Riviera Maya featured as a “HOT” new hotel in Conde Nast Traveller UK’s HOT LIST of 65 new hotels around the world

Press Quotes

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“The most sophisticated resort on Mexico’s eastern coast that gives beach chic new meaning.”

Travel + Leisure, July 2009

“The Signature Ambar… It’s trendy but not aggressively so, honoring the drama of eating out as performance art.”

Caribbean Living, July 2009

“If you’re in needs of some serious R&R, The Mandarin Oriental Riviera Maya in Mexico promises a great escape. This sumptuous sanctuary is perfect for a complete overhaul, both physical and spiritual.”

Vogue Magazine UK, June 2009

“Mandarin Oriental Riviera Maya immerses you in extraordinary comfort and exclusivity.”

Virtuoso Insights, June 2009

“Mandarin’s finest resort outside Asia offers a lower-key alternative to the bells and whistles down the road…The resort’s best feature is the 25,000-square-foot-spa, which is among the finest in the hemisphere.”

Forbes Life, April 2009

“Infused with a chic vibe, the resort’s impeccable minimal aesthetic encapsulates the feeling of light, nature and wide-open space.”

Luxe, March 2009

“The Mandarin Oriental, Riviera Maya is the definition of modern, trendy and elegance. Note: This property is high-class at its best.”

Luxury Travel Advisor, February 2009

“This 25,000-square-foot sanctuary blends the spare yet striking Asian-inspired aesthetic typical of Mandarin Oriental with its lush surroundings fronting a limpid lagoon.”

Caribbean Living, January 2009

“The Mandarin Oriental gives off a certain chic vibe with the Eastern minimalism of its coolly sleek- but comfortable- white stucco bungalows.”

Departures, January 2009

“Mandarin Oriental Riviera Maya was one of the best luxury products Travel Agent has ever seen in Mexico.”

Travel Agent, January 2009

Press Releases

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