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Waldorf Astoria Riviera Maya
Cancún, Mexico · Waldorf Astoria · High Luxury
The first Waldorf Astoria in the Mexican Caribbean, opened November 2022 inside the 421-hectare AMAI conservation complex, 237 hectares of protected mangrove forest that shapes the arrival sequence and frames the ocean reveal, with every room featuring a private terrace and soaking tub overlooking the open sea, 20 to 25 minutes from Cancun airport.
- 173 rooms
- Opened 2023
- Neighborhood: Mercado
About Waldorf Astoria Riviera Maya
- The resort earned a MICHELIN Key in 2025, one of four major recognitions collected within its first three years, alongside a AAA Five Diamond rating and Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star status.
- Malpeque, the resort's signature restaurant, anchors a five-venue dining program built around oceanfront seafood.
History
Waldorf Astoria Riviera Maya is the current branded name of Hilton’s luxury beachfront resort in Cancún, which officially markets 173 guest rooms and suites and opened under the Waldorf Astoria brand in 2023. Hilton describes it as a secluded sanctuary set among mangroves on 100 acres of Mayan coastline, with a focus on wellness, culture, and oceanfront dining. The property’s guest experience centers on its spa, curated cultural activities, and five dining venues, with Malpeque as the signature seafood restaurant. Hilton’s current official site does not provide a clear architect or designer credit on the hotel pages reviewed.
The setting
Waldorf Astoria Riviera Maya sits inside the 421-hectare AMAI conservation complex on Carretera Federal 307, where 237 hectares of protected mangrove forests meet a private Caribbean beach roughly 30 kilometres south of Cancún's Hotel Zone. Opened in November 2022 as the first Waldorf Astoria in the Mexican Caribbean, the 173-room property is designed so the mangrove preserve shapes the arrival sequence, framing the ocean reveal before guests reach the beachfront infinity pools. Each room and suite features a private terrace with a soaking tub overlooking open sea. Cancún International Airport lies approximately 20 to 25 minutes north, making this secluded, ecologically framed sanctuary easily accessible without sacrificing seclusion.
Amenities
- Spa
- Pool
- Hot tub
- Fitness center
- Pet-friendly
Awards
- AAA Five Diamond (2026)
- Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star (2026)
- MICHELIN One Key (2026)
- Mexico's Leading Luxury Resort 2025 (World Travel Awards) (2025)
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