Hilton is making progress towards its goal of opening 100 properties in Mexico with its latest luxurious addition, the Waldorf Astoria Cancun. Nestled behind a mangrove nature preserve and along a private beach, this resort, featuring 173 rooms, expertly combines Mexican heritage with modern elegance. Designed by Hirsch Bedner Associates, the interiors capture the essence of Cancun’s natural beauty with elements like textured glass, pearl shell accents, cove lighting, and illuminated crystal. All rooms and suites offer ocean views, private balconies, soaking tubs, and ocean-themed decor in calming blue hues with coral artwork.
The resort boasts five dining venues, including Malpeque, a standout restaurant specializing in seafood and fire-cooked dishes, complete with a raw bar and open kitchen for a dramatic culinary experience. Peacock Alley Lounge, inspired by the original Waldorf in New York, has been adapted to celebrate Cancun’s stunning natural environment. For classic Mexican cuisine, JA’O pays tribute to traditional cooking techniques and cantina-style dishes. The all-day restaurant, Chaya, highlights fresh produce and seasonal ingredients, serving meals from breakfast through dinner. There’s also the Pool Bar, offering lighter, health-conscious meals, refreshing cocktails, and pressed juices.
True to its name, the Waldorf Astoria Spa blends modern innovation with traditional Mayan culture across its expansive 40,000-square-foot facility. It includes indoor and outdoor treatment rooms, a salon, sauna, thermal area, an outdoor pool and garden, and relaxation lounges. For those seeking more than a typical massage, the spiritual menu offers exclusive ceremonies and Mayan-inspired therapies conducted by the resort’s Shaman.
Guests can enjoy various on-site activities, whether traveling with family or alone, including kayaking, paddle boarding, yoga, and barre classes.
“We believe Mexico’s unique blend of people, culture, gastronomy, and natural wonders makes it the top global destination for tourism,” said Charles El Mann Fasja, developer of Waldorf Astoria Cancun and CEO of Parks Hospitality Holdings. “We are dedicated to creating hotels of the future, sourcing locally, building sustainably, and honoring our country’s craftsmanship, which truly sets us apart.”
