
Best Luxury Hotels In Mexico
From paradise beaches with gentle lapping azure seas to vibrant, colourful cities, Mexico mixes culture and luxury perfectly. Its west coast – and the Yucatan peninsula in particular – is home to lavish resorts, theme parks and ancient Aztec ruins. And with lots of flights from across the UK to Cancun airport, it’s an easy, long-haul option. Or if you’d like to sample a different side of the country’s coast, go loco in the iconic destination of Acapulco, where you can watch cliff divers and drink some of the best margaritas in the world. Or venture inland to Spanish colonial towns, cities on the edge of the jungle, and the wonderfully loud Latin capital.



Hotel San Cristóbal

Hotel San Cristóbal is located on the coast of Todos Santos, Baja California Sur, about an hour north of Cabo. The beautiful beachfront boutique hotel comprises 32-rooms and seamlessly integrates outdoor living with indoor spaces and boasts picturesque views across Punta Lobos beach and the Sierra de la Laguna Mountains. Interiors and décor have a 1970’s vibe while incorporating local features, such as Mexican ceramic and light fittings and custom-designed furniture from Guadalajara.Restaurants include Cosecha (meaning harvest), which offers a true farm-to-table experience with a menu inspired by the seasonal harvest and ingredients found in the hotel’s front garden. Guests can also book a private beachfront with exclusive access to Private Cabanas, join cooking classes, and mezcal tastings and for those who wish to venture further afield guided hikes and cycle rides can be organised. Hotel San Cristóbal is an adult only hotel.
Hotel San Cristóbal
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Mexico City, Mexico DF
The Ritz-Carlton, Mexico City

Mexico City is now home to The Ritz-Carlton, Mexico City. This will be the first hotel from the brand in this vibrant centre of commerce and culture. The luxury hotel will become one of the country’s tallest buildings, making it a key landmark on the city’s skyline and with a super central location on the iconic Paseo de Reforma guests will enjoy uninterrupted views of the famed Chapultepec Park from its 153 guestrooms and suites. The Ritz-Carlton Club® Lounge, an exclusive Club Concierge, a heated indoor swimming pool, large fitness centre with state-of-the-art equipment are all upscale amenities guests can enjoy. For those wishing to relax or rejuvenate, a signature Ritz-Carlton Spa, with six luxurious treatment rooms, is available. The Spa thoughtfully sources local ingredients and botanicals, which are then coupled with the healing and spiritual traditions of Mexico City’s Aztec culture. A truly localised experience. And for a one-of-a-kind dining experience, guests should make a reservation at Samos, the Mediterranean inspired restaurant which will occupy the 38th floor of The Ritz-Carlton, Mexico City. Dishes will comprise dynamic local flavours with creative cuisine flair. For refined luxury with unparalleled views over the enchanting city, The Ritz-Carlton Mexico City is THE place to stay.

Mexico City, Mexico DF
W Mexico City

With its contemporary design and playful atmosphere, the W provides guests with a warm and enthusiastic welcome. Each guest room is appointed with one of the W signature beds, which boasts 350-thread-count sheets to ensure a very comfortable night’s sleep. Guests are also treated to rainforest shower jets and a plasma flat-screen TV, while a range of relaxing treatments can be enjoyed in the onsite AWAY spa. There are two onsite restaurants to choose from, while the Lobby Bar is a vibrant place to meet other guests and enjoy a drink or two.

Mexico City, Mexico DF
The St. Regis Mexico City

Set in the historic Paseo de la Reforma neighbourhood, the St Regis receives its fair share of return guests thanks to its impressive style and first rate service. Guests are treated to breath taking views from their huge picture windows and the service is excellent including a private butler option. There are also panoramic city views to be enjoyed while working out at the gym, while the indoor swimming pool is a great place to splash around or swim laps. While the hotel comes with several different restaurants for guests to choose from, the J&G Grill comes especially highly recommended.

Mexico City, Mexico DF
Four Seasons Hotel Mexico City

Conveniently located just a few steps from some of the city’s most celebrated attractions, the Four Seasons features 240 guest rooms and 40 spacious suites. Guests can choose one of the rooms that overlook the enchanting Paseo de la Reforma or the inner courtyard, which is set with a large outdoor swimming pool surrounded by lush sun loungers. People who are travelling for business will want to take advantage of the large and fully loaded business centre. Lovers of fresh seafood dishes served in an elegant setting will feel right at home at the classy Zanaya restaurant, while the Four Seasons also boasts one of the newest and trendiest cocktail bars in the whole of Mexico City.

Mexico City, Mexico DF
Las Alcobas A Luxury Collection

Offering an intimate service and plenty of luxurious yet pleasantly understated touches, the Las Alcobas provides a stylish retreat in the heart of the city. There are just 35 rooms for guests in total, which ensures plenty of privacy and each room boasts elegant custom-made rosewood furniture and goose-down bedding. Guests are also treated to their very own whirlpool tubs and this luxurious touch combined with the fact that are butler is provided to tend to every need ensures that guests will want to spend plenty of time simply unwinding in their rooms, although the excellent Dulce Patria at Anatole France 100 is worth leaving the room for.

Mexico City, Mexico DF
Hotel Condesa DF

Cool enough to appeal to visiting pop stars and actors, this chic ‘20s style hotel can be found in the stylish Roma district. Each of the 40 guest rooms are decorated in cool tones such as moss green and cream to emphasise the abundant light and space and each room opens out onto a large wooden terrace that is extremely inviting. The spa area is the ideal place to unwind and guests can choose from a series of hot tubs as well as a sauna and a traditional hammam.

Mexico City, Mexico DF
La Valise Mexico City

Those who are looking for a home away from home rather than a characterless hotel are sure to love this extremely private and stylish mansion, which features just three rooms for guests to choose from. Those who are travelling in a group have the option of booking the whole of La Valise to get the most out of this luxurious experience. In addition to enormous and very stylish rooms there are plenty of amenities that are just waiting to be enjoyed such as the pretty garden and private dining areas, while master bedrooms open out onto contemporary decking areas for extra space and light.

Mexico City, Mexico DF
Downtown Mexico

Featuring a striking neo-industrial design, Downtown Mexico is ideal for style seekers who are looking for a convenient place to unwind. The hotel is set in a former palace that was built in the 17th-century and has managed to retain its classic style while also offering guests plenty of contemporary touches such as the outdoor swimming pool that is set in a leafy garden and edged with bright yellow sun loungers and matching umbrellas. There are 17 rooms for guests to choose from and each bathroom comes with a large and elegant bathtub.

Mexico City, Mexico DF
Habita Mexico City

Set in the Polanco neighbourhood, the Habita is certainly stylish enough to keep up with its elegant neighbours. The hotel was opened in the year 2000 and was the first non-chain hotel to grace Mexico City. While the overall theme and character of the original ‘50s building have been paid homage to, guests are also treated to plenty of contemporary and very luxurious touches. there are just 36 rooms in total. To add to the feeling of opulence and those who appreciate space should choose one of the junior suites, which come with a large living room and terrace to unwind on while taking in city views.

Playa del Carmen, Quintana Roo
Viceroy Riviera Maya

Just north of the vibrant town of Playa del Carmen, lies this romantic, intimate adults-only resort. With 41 suites it’s low rise and peaceful, incorporating a private beach, the Wayak Spa, gym, lagoon pool, open-air bar and grill and a fancy Mexican restaurant. You can pack light before coming, the hotel loans guests sombreros, books, snorkelling gear, DVDs, Neil George bath products – and limos are on hand for exploring further afield. Book a thatched Royal Villa for your own butler, pool, hammock, huge soaking tub and indoor-outdoor showers. Do try The Temezcal, an intensive sweat lodge ceremony to truly unwind and experience the mysticism of Mexico.

Tulum, Quintana Roo
La Valise Tulum

La Valise takes its interior inspiration from the natural beauty of its Tulum jungle and sea surrounds with palapa ceilings, stripped wood furniture, blonde and azure hues and Yutucan textiles. Palm-lined sandy paths connect each area of the tiny nine-roomed resort. There’s no spa, but treatments are provided in-room and the restaurant is an exotic alfresco affair serving alternative takes on familiar Mexican classics – or order room service for honeymoon seclusion in this magical hideaway.

Acapulco, Guerrero
Banyan Tree Cabo Marqués

Away out on the peninsula of Punta Diamante, this AAA Five Diamond Awarded resort is set in a gated community overlooking Puerto Marques Bay. Villas have terraces and private heated pools that jut out from the lush vegetation of the steep cliff on which the hotel was built, creating a feeling of floating above the ocean. These residences can sleep up to 15 guests, each equipped with kitchens, dining and living room areas and solariums. Banyan Tree Cabo Marqués also provides six restaurants, a shared infinity pool, golf and yoga and an exotic spa nestled among the palm trees.

Cancún, Quintana Roo
Kempinski Hotel Cancún

Seamlessly transitioning from the Ritz-Carlton resort into the Kempinski Hotel, this property provides eight dining options, two freeform swimming pools, a seaside whirlpool, a spa with relaxation gardens, tennis courts, a salon and a kids’ club. There are 315 guestrooms and 48 suites of which have balconies or terraces. And the hotel has its own 400-metre stretch of beach, with cabanas and neat rows of sun loungers. Book the top-level Saasil Suite for three king-size beds and your own oceanfront pool with a teak terrace.

Cancún, Quintana Roo
TRS Coral Hotel

The adults-only TRS Coral Hotel is the pinnacle of the Palladium Hotel Group’s adults-only portfolio of hotels. Sharing the same Costa Mujeres property as the Grand Palladium Resort & Spa, the TRS Coral Hotel is on a beautiful beach in a less-developed area. About 30 minutes drive from Cancun. Guests not only have access to the hotel’s exclusive a la carte restaurants, and designer bars but also all the facilities and dining options of the Grand Palladium. The hotel is all-inclusive with a new approach of ‘Infinite Indulgence’, with no limits for guests. The service includes a premium all-inclusive package, such as a fully personalised and stocked in-room bar; as well as a personal butler and various other benefits such as a complimentary in-resort transfer facility, 24-hour room service (available via the property’s free app) and unlimited access to all the facilities and services offered at the next-door Grand Palladium Costa Mujeres Resort & Spa.
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