CHECKING IN: Belmond Maroma
Let’s check in and check out this quietly glamorous, jungle-wrapped, effortlessly elegant beach escape in the Riviera Maya, shall we?
THE WHERE:
Riviera Maya, Mexico
THE WHAT:
Set along a pristine stretch of white-sand coastline, Belmond Maroma is one of those rare places that feels both deeply rooted and quietly refined. Low-slung casitas peek out from the jungle, the Caribbean hums just beyond the palms and everything moves at an unhurried, sun-warmed pace. This is Riviera Maya at its most elegant—timeless, discreet and intentionally understated.
THE WHEN:
Late fall through spring is prime Maroma season: warm days, cool evenings and that perfect balance of sunshine without the stickiness. Winter brings idyllic beach weather and an easy social hum, while shoulder seasons feel calmer, more hushed and deliciously private. Summer has its own appeal too—lush greenery, dramatic skies and fewer distractions from the main event, which is doing absolutely nothing on a very beautiful beach.
The YUM:
Meals at Maroma have an uncanny ability to stretch far beyond their original intent. Breakfast somehow turns into brunch, lunch becomes “should we just stay here?”—from wood-fired farm to table offerings at Curtis Stone’s Michelin-recognized Woodend to handmade tortillas made to order at breakfast, the food leans coastal and Mexican, beautifully done, much of it locally sourced and refreshingly unshowy—confident enough not to scream about itself, which is always the mark of the good stuff.
Whet Your Whistle: Try the Bergamot, with Belvedere Vodka, Earl Grey Tea, Lemon, Whey and Soda.
The WHY?:
Why Belmond Maroma? Because it’s the Riviera Maya for people who don’t need to be entertained every 12 minutes. It’s elegant without being stiff, luxurious without ever feeling loud. Come to unplug—and it’s imperative to try the world-class Maroma Spa by Guerlain—and remember that the best beach hotels don’t chase trends—they wait patiently for everyone else to catch up.
