Elevate Your Every Day
Situated on Mexico’s storied Yucatan coastline, The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Riviera Maya is a secluded, verdant beachfront paradise with lush tropical canopies, dense mangroves, and sweeping views of the Caribbean Sea.
Reserved for a small and select group of Owners, the Residences comprise a highly curated collection of beachfront estates, and oceanview condominiums and cottages.
Key Features
127 Ritz-Carlton-branded furnished Residences with a mix of mangrove-, jungle- and ocean views, including 32 Mangrove Cottages, 82 Grand Residences, and 13 Beachfront Estates situated directly on the Caribbean Sea
- Architecture and interior design by Sordo Madaleno, Mexico’s premier architecture firm, with expansive private terraces in each unit, and interiors that integrate elements of the natural environment with organic materials
- Constructed using local materials and featuring architectural and design elements inspired by the property’s Mayan heritage
- 1,600 feet (500 meters) of private, crescent-shaped shoreline, ideal for swimming, reef snorkeling, paddleboarding, boating and numerous other ocean pursuits
- 180 acres (73 hectares) of biodiverse land that includes lush tropical jungle canopies, pristine mangroves and a white-sand beach
- The first ever All-Access hotel and residential experience for The Ritz-Carlton
- A short drive to Puerto Morelos, Playa del Carmen and Tulum, each with abundant culinary, cultural and retail experiences
- Immersed in the storied Yucatan Peninsula with awe-inspiring Mayan ruins, enchanting cenotes, underground caves and dramatic coastline punctuating the landscape
- A 45 minute drive from Cancún International Airport, and a 60 minute drive from Tulum’s recently opened international airport
- Designed as a self-contained village with biophilic architectural and landscape design that preserves and invites connection with natural topography and native species
The Land & Its History
Previously owned by a single family for many generations, the unspoiled land is both secluded and centrally positioned between Tulum and Cancún.
- A central and vibrant part of Mayan culture, the area is rich with Mayan ruins and the remnants of their civilization.
- Dense mangrove forests and rich jungle terrain reveal hidden treasures, including the Yucatán jay, red-eyed tree frog, black howler monkey and white-nosed coati.
Exploring the Ocean
- Snorkel, paddleboard, kayak right from the shore
- Cozumel, visible from the shore, has some of the world’s best scuba diving
- 15 minute drive to Puerto Aventuras, the only marina in Riviera Maya
All-Access Food Experience
The first ever All-Access offering from The Ritz-Carlton with a program designed for owners.
- Culinary concepts by TalentChef, a world leader in resort food and beverage experiences
- Destinations include The Farmhouse (farm-to-table concept); Aldea (a minimalist, indigenous food market); Excursion Lounge (an elevated on-the-go hub); The Beach Club (a Mediterranean-inspired meeting place on the ocean’s edge); Bonfire (a casual, open-fire Grill using time-honored cooking methods); and Sagrado (a traditional Mexican bakery and coffee lounge).
Sustainability
- Development of less than 15% of the owned land, with a preservation focus on the dense mangroves, jungle forests and natural dunes
- Building scale, sightlines and structures influenced by Mayan building traditions, which prioritized coexistence with natural elements
- Property designed for walking, hiking, bicycling
- Prioritization of local materials in construction
- Food and dining experiences designed around local ingredients and traditional preparation
On Property Experiences
- Four Swimming Pools, plus the Lagoon, a family-friendly swimming and splash-play area
- The Spa, featuring a variety of transformative holistic treatments
- Aldea, a convivial central gathering area, featuring the Farmhouse, Kids Club, Teens Club, and Ambassadors of The Environment
- The Raquet Club, with professional tennis and pickleball courts
- Restaurante Central, an open-air food-hall concept with six venues, including a distillery, wine cellar and speakeasy
- The Beach Club, a full-service lounge and activities hub on the ocean’s edge, offering a fully curated, Mediterranean-inspired menu
- The Catamaran Club, a residents-only area within the Beach Club
- Cooklab, a gastro-forward restaurant and demonstration kitchen
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