Alila Mayakoba Debuts in Riviera Maya

This marks the first Latin American and Caribbean venture for Alila, a luxury wellness-focused brand under the Hyatt umbrella. The resort is a conversion of the former Andaz Mayakoba, which closed in March 2025 for a complete renovation before reopening as Alila on February 12, 2026. The property is owned and developed by Mexico-based RLH Properties, which also has other high-end hotels in the area, including the Rosewood Mayakoba and Fairmont Mayakoba. The resort spans 60 acres of beachfront, jungle, and lagoon ecosystems. The interiors, created by Huber Design, prominently feature locally sourced materials from the Yucatán Peninsula like tzalam wood and Mérida limestone. Alila joins a prestigious collection of resorts within the gated Mayakoba complex, including Rosewood, Banyan Tree, and Fairmont. Guests at any of these properties can access amenities and restaurants at the other hotels, connected by water taxis through a network of canals, as well as the El Camaleón golf course. The resort features six distinct dining venues. These include the return of the popular fine-dining restaurant Casa Amate, a beachfront Alisio Beach Club, and El Huerto, a 12-seat chef's counter focused on a zero-waste philosophy with ingredients from an on-site garden. Beyond the temazcal, the Spa Alila's offerings are deeply rooted in Mayan traditions, developed in collaboration with local elders. Treatments are personalized based on the sacred Tzolk'in calendar and include sunrise rituals and a sound immersion therapy designed to restore inner harmony. Nearly 40% of the accommodations are suites, which include a beachfront Presidential Suite. As a World of Hyatt Category 6 property, award nights range from 21,000 to 29,000 points, with cash rates often exceeding $1,000 per night.