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The Best Luxury Hotels
Condesadf (Mexico City; tel. 55/5241-2600): The city's trendiest hotel sits in the hip urban neighborhood of Condesa. In an early 20th-century French building, it combines Art Nouveau with contemporary designs, and features one of the city's hottest restaurants and rooftop bars.
Hotel Four Seasons (Mexico City; tel. 800/332-3442 in the U.S.): The standard of excellence in Mexico, and the most classically luxurious option in Mexico City, this hotel captures serenity and elegance in a palace-style building that surrounds a picturesque courtyard. Bonuses include the gracious staff and unique cultural tours on offer.
W Mexico City (Mexico City; tel. 877/946-8357 in the U.S.): Stylish and high-tech, this W is where the young and cool come to stay. With its super-caliente red hues and lively bar, the W Mexico City has infused the country's capital with a dose of minimalist urban chic. Luxury extras include expansive bathrooms with circular tubs.
Villa Montaña (Morelia; tel. 800/223-6510 in the U.S., or 800/448-8355 in Canada): The Villa Montaña defines perfection. From the layout of the grounds to the decoration of the rooms, every detail has been skillfully handled. The hotel perches on a ridge that overlooks Morelia; from its terraces, guests can survey the city below. The restaurant is one of the city's best.
Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita (north of Puerto Vallarta; tel. 800/332-3442 in the U.S.): This luxury resort offers an unrivaled location (on a remote, pristine stretch of beach) and the stellar service characteristic of the Four Seasons chain. Also on-site are an expansive spa and a private Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course.
El Tamarindo (between Manzanillo and Puerto Vallarta; tel. 315/351-5032): The most exclusive remote resort in Mexico, this stylish place combines large private casitas facing the Pacific with a stunning private oceanfront golf course. Guests are likely to be Hollywood celebrities and rich folk from around the world. It's about 1 hour north of Manzanillo along Costa Alegre.
La Case Que Canta (Zihuatanejo; tel. 888/523-5050 in the U.S.): This is one of Mexico's most romantic spots, an unforgettable boutique hotel where music plays throughout the open-air corridors. Palapa-style guest rooms have their own furnished outdoor terraces, many with private plunge pools overlooking the sea. The food, service, and amenities here are as good as it gets.
The Tides (Zihuatanejo; tel. 888/389-2645 in the U.S.): This stunning hotel sits on one of Mexico's calmest and most beautiful beaches. Modern rooms and suites overlook the bay or a man-made lagoon, and many have private plunge pools. It's a luxurious retreat you won't want to leave.
Ritz-Carlton Cancún (Cancún; tel. 800/241-3333 in the U.S.): Thick carpets, sparkling glass and brass, and rich mahogany surround guests at this hotel, for years the standard-bearer of luxury in Cancún. The service is impeccable, leaving guests with an overall sense of pampered relaxation. And, post-Hurricane Wilma, the Ritz received a significant makeover.
Le Méridien Cancún Resort & Spa (Cancún; tel. 800/543-4300 in the U.S.): This is the most intimate of the luxury hotels in Cancún, with an understated sense of highly personalized service. Most notable is its 4,570 sq. m (49,190-sq.-ft.) Spa del Mar.
JW Marriott (Cancún; tel. 800/223-6388 in the U.S.): This extraordinary resort offers sophistication without pretense. Its free-form infinity pool is one of the most impressive anywhere, and the spa is one of Cancún's best. Service is outstanding.
Presidente InterContinental Cozumel (Cozumel; tel. 800/327-0200 in the U.S., or 987/872-9500; www.cozumel.intercontinental.com): Redesigned after the hurricane, this second edition of the hotel includes some impressive upgrades, including redesigned rooms, a large second pool, and more services. And, as before, it has all that coastline where you can stretch out on some sand and forget about life back home for a while.
Maroma (north of Playa del Carmen; tel. 866/454-9351 in the U.S.): You can't ask for a better setting for a resort than this beautiful stretch of Caribbean coast with palm trees and manicured gardens. You'll start to relax before you even take the first sip of your welcome cocktail. Service is very attentive, and the rooms are luxurious.
Hacienda Xcanatún (outskirts of Mérida; tel. 888/883-3633 in the U.S.): Large, boldly designed suites built with extravagance in mind, extensive grounds, private spa, excellent restaurant, and ample staff -- this hotel does the difficult trick of being small in size but large in offerings.
Las Ventanas al Paraíso (Los Cabos; tel. 888/767-3966 in the U.S.): Stunning in its relaxed elegance, Las Ventanas has a deluxe European spa, excellent gourmet restaurant, and elegantly appointed rooms and suites. From fireplaces and telescopes to private pools and rooftop terraces, each suite offers a slice of heaven.
Esperanza (Los Cabos; tel. 866/311-2226 in the U.S.): This Auburge resort pampers guests in a desert-chic setting, on a bluff overlooking twin coves below. Spacious, sumptuous rooms are enhanced by ample terraces, and the resort's spa and dining services make a stay here even more memorable.
One&Only Palmilla (Los Cabos; tel. 800/637-2226 in the U.S.): A popular Mexican resort with the Hollywood crowd, the completely renovated Palmilla has reclaimed its rank as the most deluxe hotel in this seaside playground known for sumptuous quarters and great golf. The exceptional spa, fitness center, and yoga garden, as well as a restaurant under the direction of renowned chef Charlie Trotter, are added bonuses.
Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without
notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before
planning your trip.
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