Barefoot design showcase
A chrome duck sculpture greets arrivals at this waterfront tower, where daytime pool beats drift into an open living-room lounge.
“SLS Hotels & Resorts finally expanded into Mexico with the 2021 opening of this beachside tower, which brings a touch of urban sophistication…”
Where it shines
Notable
Piero Lissoni paired mid-century Italian furnishings with Maya-inspired wall coverings, light oak woodwork, and travertine bathrooms.
Notable
Boutique-scale service across 45 suites includes dedicated concierge assistance and a Lincoln house car program.
Notable
Private Caribbean beachfront loungers, an infinity pool with cabanas, and access to a championship golf course.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Forbes Recommended
Forbes Travel Guide
2026
Also in Condé Nast Traveler.
This hotel, to put it simply, aims to bowl you over with contemporary design and state-of-the-art luxury, and provide a memorable, self-contained experience.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Tucked inside the gated Puerto Cancun enclave, the property borders a 175-slip marina, championship golf greens, and peaceful Caribbean shoreline.
The rooms
Suites feature Savana oak floors and Maya-patterned walls, with silver travertine bathrooms framing deep oval soaking tubs and Caribbean balconies.
The pools
Bring a swimsuit.
An oceanfront infinity pool connects to private white sands, joined by shaded cabanas and hardwood plunge decks.
The spa
Custom beds furnish the travertine treatment suites, set beside herbal steam rooms and multi-sensory experience showers.
The gym
Technogym cardio machines fill the ocean-facing fitness center, which hosts morning yoga on the beach.
Dogs stay too.
At the table
Open flames power Argentine grilling at LEYNIA, and CLEO serves Levantine plates alongside a ceramic-tiled lobby bar.
Devised by Italian architect and designer Piero Lissoni, each spacious accommodation offers luxurious, modern décor, including sandy wood highlights and artistic paneling…
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.