In Our Opinion
‘The Ixchel dinner cruise is a must-do, winding down the tranquil waterways under the stars is truly magical.'
Location
Located on the South-Eastern shore of Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsular, Quintana Roo, Banyan Tree Mayakoba offers guests the opportunity to discover sights and activities around the resort and in the local area.
Distances
• Cancun International Airport: 50km
• Playa del Carmen: 10km
• Cancun: 60km
Nearby Attractions
• Xcaret Park: 30 minute drive
• Tulum: 1 hour drive
• Coba: 1 hour 30 minute drive
• Chichen Itza: 2 hour drive
Room Options
Facilities
Leisure
• 24-hour fitness centre
• Bicycles
• Eco-tour
• Sands Beach Club
• Kids Club
• Tennis and racquetball courts
• Archery
• Kayaks
• Jogging track
• Boat tours
• Bird watching
• Snorkelling
• Yoga
Banyan Tree Spa
Hailed as one of the top spas in Mexico, the Banyan Tree Spa offers signature treatments inspired by Thai therapies and ancient Maya techniques.
• Open daily, 10:00-22:00.
• 16 spa pavilions
• Body treatments
• Massages
• Facials
• Sauna
• Bathtub
• Rainmist shower
• The Rainforest hydrothermal suites: 8 different therapy experiences for cleansing, detoxification, conditioning and relaxation
Culinary Experiences
• Ixchel dinner cruise
• Tapas cruise
• In-villa BBQ
• Thai cooking class
• Mexican cooking class
• Pastry class
• Picnic baskets
• Wine & tequila tasting
• Catch of the Day
Kids’ Club
• Playroom
• Video games
• Organised activities
Services
• Wi-Fi
• Business centre
• Meeting and event space
Restaurants and Cafés
Saffron
Saffron serves authentic Thai cuisine. A spacious wooden deck overlooks the tropical mangroves for an idyllic dinner setting. Open for dinner 17:30-23:00.
Oriente
Oriente serves Mexican and international breakfast buffets each morning.. Open for breakfast 07:00-11:00. lunch from 11:30 - 17:00 and dinner from 17:30 - 23:00.
Sands Beach Club
For seafood light snacks and traditional Mexican specialities, Sands is situated on the beachfront. Open 11:30-17:00.
Reflections Pool Bar
Choose from a list of creative cocktails to cool off by the lobby. Open 11:00-17:00.
In-Villa Dining
Enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner in the privacy of your private villa. Chefs can organise breakfast on your veranda, and even set up delightful poolside BBQs by your pool for a special event.
The Tomahawk Den
A fiery North American steakhouse served on the deck at Oriente Restaurant, with views of the winding waterways. Open three times per week, 17:30-23:00.
La Copa Raw Bar
La Copa serves bar cuisine along with tequilla and cocktails. Open 12:00-01:00.
Sands Beach Club
Sands serves snacks and authentic Mexican specialities. Open from 11:30 - 17:00.
Haab
Within the deep Maya jungle, Haab’ is an authentic and magical dining experience featuring the four elements of water, earth, wind and fire. Savour tasty cuisine in an intimate and mystical setting and witness the culinary arts of ancient Maya civilisation.
The Shack Beach Club
Set on the glistening Riviera Maya beachfront, the Beach Shack is a delicate hut serving cool daiquiris, margaritas and ice cold beers to refresh in the sun.
La Cava
Wine cellar and private dining experinece.
Ixchel
Serving Thai and Mexican dishes onboard a traditional trajinera boat. Serving breakfast and dinner.
Sunset Cruise
Serving Spanish tapas and snacks onboard the waterways of Mayakoba.
The Burger Shop
A modern restaurant serving delicious gourmet burgers for lunch and dinner.
Cello
Serving Italian cuisine overlooking the Mayakoba waterways.
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Videos
Golf
El Camaleon Golf Course
A spectacular 18-hole course designed by renowned architect and legend Greg Normal, El Camaleon is home to the only PGA tour event in Latin American and the OHL Classic in Mayakoba.
• Designed by Greg Norman
• 18-hole, par 72 championship course
• Jim McLean golf school
• Club house and restaurant
Honeymoon
An intimate haven of winding waterways, lush jungle landscape and a multitude of romantic experiences, Banyan Tree Mayakoba makes an idyllic honeymoon destination.
Honeymoon package includes:
• Turn down service
• Bottle of chilled house wine on arrival
• Rose petal floral arrangement in room on arrival night
Cost: Complimentary
Please request honeymoon amenity at time of reservation.
Valid marriage certificate required on arrival.
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