Maroma

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Pools, By Belmond

The best hotel swimming pools offer iconic views, impeccable poolside service and something a little special – and with Belmond, you are spoilt for choice. From a pool party atmosphere under the sun in Rio de Janeiro to spots you can swim while watching the waves crash on white sand in the Caribbean, let us introduce you to the best of the best.

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What to Wear in the Mexican Caribbean

There is something about a tropical climate that instantly lifts your mood – so dress to match your serotonin levels. Style expert Osman Ahmed leads us through the do’s and don’ts of a tropical holiday to the Caribbean coast of Mexico, as part of our ‘Location Dressing’ series.

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The Wedding Trends Defining 2026

 Planning your big day? Weddings in 2026 are moving beyond tradition to embrace celebrations that are personal, meaningful and effortlessly elegant. From intimate beach elopements to sophisticated Art Deco-inspired soirées, discover the top trends for next year – each paired with the perfect Belmond venue. 

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Say ‘I Do’ to the Micro-Wedding

With the rise of the boutique wedding and minimony, that doesn’t mean you can’t have a day full of luxury and tradition. Here's why smaller celebrations at Belmond are having their moment.

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Belmond Partners with Parley for the Oceans

We’re proud to announce the start of a multiyear partnership with the global environmental organisation – starting in the heart of Mexico’s Mayan Riviera.

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The Creative Act: Tara Bernerd

Interior design doyenne Bernerd felt a responsibility to honour the Riviera Maya in her redesign of Belmond’s Mexican retreat, Maroma. Watch for more on her process.

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Ground Force

Discover how Mexico’s long-held tradition of transforming natural materials into craft is being respun by socially minded designers.

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Belmond’s Best Beach Villas

“I shall wear white flannel trousers and walk upon the beach,” T.S. Eliot wrote in a wistful ode to life by the sea. Surely the best way to appreciate it is from the comfort of your own villa—ideally with a cocktail in hand.

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Belmond Legends: Maroma

Anchored in the grounds of Mayan legends, our hideaway between jungle and sea has enchanted the beachfront of the Riviera Maya for decades. Welcome to Maroma, now opened to stage the stories of tomorrow.

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What to Wear at Maroma

Behind the doors of our painstakingly renovated hotel in the Riviera Maya, a new space dedicated to emerging and established local designers awaits.

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Recipe: ‘Solteco’ Cocktail

Discover the recipe for a Solteco cocktail, the latest addition to the menu at Maroma’s Bambuco Bar – crafted using a bespoke mezcal for Maroma from The Lost Explorer.

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Feast of the Gods

There’s barely been a food story in the past decade that doesn’t relate in some way to Mexico’s jungle larder. On a corn-popping road trip across the Yucatan Peninsula, Javier Arredondo celebrates the mamas who are paving the way forward.

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Taste Travel: Yucatán

In our Taste Travel series, our chefs lead us on a fascinating journey into the surrounding terroir. Here, Chef Daniel Camacho – executive chef at Maroma – introduces us to his unique interpretation of traditional Mexican cuisine on the Yucatán peninsula.

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Time Tourism: Yucatán

Beyond platinum sands and dazzling waves, a journey to the Yucatán opens a gateway to the past. Explore the best archaeological sites in the Riviera Maya and uncover the stories of the Mesoamerican cultures that came before them.

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Unlock the Riviera Maya

The Riviera Maya is an adventurer’s dream. This 130km stretch of Caribbean coastline isn't just Cancun or Playa del Carmen: from white sandy beaches and authentic fishing villages to ancient ruins and buzzing nightlife, it’s a wonder waiting to be explored.

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Local Champion: Collectiva Concepción

Slow fashion brand Collectiva Concepción is dedicated to crafting luxury clothing while elevating and supporting the indigenous artisans its designs are dedicated to. The perfect partner, then, for Maroma: our authentic Mexican sanctuary.