Enjoy a Beautifully Curated Stay at Waldorf Astoria Riviera Maya
At this tranquil oceanfront resort, breathtaking moments are tailored to you.
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The resort offers hands-on workshops for children at Canvas. Budding artists can paint pottery, weave dream catchers, embroider an Otomi wall hanging, and more, while learning about Mayan culture.
Discover more activities for familiesArt is more than a painting on a wall — it’s an expression of mastery, a celebration of beauty, and a means to connect with cultures. At Waldorf Astoria Riviera Maya, every aspect of your vacation is artfully inspired by the vibrant Yucatán Peninsula. Mayan design elements, tantalizing regional cuisine, and unique cultural experiences are thoughtfully woven together for a soul-stirring stay.
“Dedicated Team Members elevate hospitality to an art form, crafting unforgettable moments for guests.”
All 173 rooms and suites feature a private, oceanfront balcony with a personal soaking tub. From this vantage point, nature takes center stage with glorious sunrises over the azure water. Even the marble rain shower has floor-to-ceiling views.
Browse all accommodationsTucked away in a lush mangrove reserve, Waldorf Astoria Riviera Maya is designed to reflect the natural splendor of its surroundings. Open-air, gallery-like spaces blur the line between indoors and out, while calming blue and neutral tones, textured glass, and pearl shell accents invoke the white-sand beach just beyond.
Handcrafted pieces by Mexican artists pay homage to the resort’s jungle and sea setting. You may spot a running rabbit made with rainbow-colored yarn hanging on the wall, or a spotted jaguar braided into a beaded tapestry. A custom mural by local artist Monica Moussali features translucent stones to represent the ocean’s hidden treasures, providing a focal point for a seating nook in the lobby. Even the elegant Waldorf Astoria clock, a signature icon found in all Waldorf Astoria hotels, bears a nod to the Mayan calendar.
Break a sweat in the fitness center — one-on-one with a trainer, or in group exercise classes like circuit training and Barre. De-stress with mindfulness activities, such as meditation and yoga, or workout in the fresh air with outdoor spin classes.
Explore more fitness offeringsThe careful attention to detail is visible in the rich interiors, as well as in the warm, attentive service. Dedicated Team Members elevate hospitality to an art form, crafting unforgettable moments for guests.
To help you plan the perfect customized itinerary, a personal concierge is on hand to coordinate guided excursions to nearby Mayan ruins, charter a yacht for a sunset sail, or arrange a tropical snorkeling adventure, among other activities on land and sea. If you’d rather relax by one of the resort’s two infinity pools, book a shaded Bali Bed and luxuriate with snacks and champagne. Exclusive experiences, like your own beach picnic or intimate dinner under the stars, make special celebrations extra memorable.
Visiting the hotel’s world-class spa is a must. Along with its own pool and beauty salon, the rejuvenating space blends innovative treatments with stories of the Yaxché, the Mayan Tree of Life. This mystical ceiba tree, which grows in the region’s verdant jungle, is a poignant symbol connecting the spiritual, emotional, and physical worlds. You’ll find references to the ceiba throughout the menu of therapeutic massage and facials.
Deepen your experience with one of the spa’s signature rituals. During the Yaxché Journey, your wellness practitioner will layer in healing stones, locally sourced oils, garden-grown herbs, and other aromatic botanicals to release tension, balance emotions, and instill a profound sense of peace.
Become a master of the margarita with a hands-on, poolside class led by experts, or delve into local spirits with illuminating tequila and mezcal tastings. Oenophiles can join a sommelier-led Mexican wine tasting at Malpeque.
Plan a group culinary experienceYour personal concierge orchestrates dinner reservations like a true maestro. Culinary craftsmanship is on full display in the al fresco dining room of Malpeque, the resort’s signature restaurant. Chefs work their magic over an open-flame grill as the aromas of smoke and sea linger in the air. Perfectly grilled whole fish, raw bar delights, and seafood specialties are presented with the utmost flair.
At JA’O, time-honored techniques and traditional recipes shine. In addition to a nightly menu of rustic, cantina-style cooking, you can expand your palate with a unique prix fixe experience. Over seven courses, you’ll sample authentic pre-Hispanic tapas like milpa fritters made with corn and amaranth (an ancient ingredient finding new relevance in modern kitchens) and tamales of sikil p'ak (a Mayan purée of pumpkin seeds) paired with beer brewed in Quintana Roo.
Feeling inspired? Try out new gastronomic techniques in an immersive Mayan cooking demo at Chaya, the resort’s restaurant specializing in hyper-seasonal cuisine. You’ll learn about local dishes like cochinita pibil (slow-roasted pork, a specialty of the Yucatán Peninsula), corn-dough tamales stuffed with savory fillings, and regional salsas.
With so much to discover, you have everything at your fingertips to paint your own picture of paradise and create the perfect escape at Waldorf Astoria Riviera Maya.