QUINTANA ROO, MEXICO – February 25, 2025 – Fairmont Mayakoba is honored to receive a Four-Star rating from Forbes Travel Guide, underscoring its dedication to providing an unparalleled luxury experience in the Riviera Maya. This distinction extends to Fairmont Spa & Wellness Center and Gaia at Maykana, both of which earned Four-Star ratings, as well as Tauro Steakhouse, which received a recommendation for its outstanding dining experience. The Forbes Travel Guide Star Awards are determined through incognito inspections, evaluating properties based on service (70%) and quality of facilities (30%), ensuring an unbiased recognition of excellence in hospitality.

Fairmont Mayakoba was recognized for its seamless blend of luxury and nature, maintaining one of the most pristine mangrove ecosystems in the region. Guests can experience this natural beauty firsthand through scenic boat tours winding through the resort's waterways or by cycling along jungle pathways. The resort's accommodations were noted for their ability to merge tropical aesthetics with comfort – each casita and suite providing a sense of seclusion while offering modern luxuries such as spa-style bathrooms, private terraces, and, in some cases, butler service and infinity plunge pools.

Fairmont Spa & Wellness Center's recognition highlights the recently renovated spa's immersive wellness journey, combining traditional Mayan practices with modern relaxation techniques. In addition to its tranquil environment, the spa offers a couples' suite that provides a serene escape, complete with a private balcony, bath, and shower, making it a standout retreat for relaxation. Guests can enjoy hydrotherapy treatments in a rooftop vitality pool, experience deep restoration through the Cha' Cháak Rain Ritual, or engage in a traditional temazcal ceremony guided by a local expert.

The property also received culinary praise, with Gaia at Maykana and Tauro Steakhouse standing out among its diverse dining options. Gaia at Maykana was highlighted for its emphasis on sustainability and premium, locally sourced seafood, offering an exceptional raw bar and a signature champagne welcome that set the stage for an elevated dining experience. Tauro Steakhouse was recognized for its refined take on a classic steakhouse, featuring specialty-aged cuts, an open wine cellar, and an exclusive martini bar where guests can enjoy specialty martinis and handcrafted, top-shelf cocktails.  

“Our team is incredibly proud to be recognized by Forbes Travel Guide,” said Jacco van Teeffelen, General Manager of Fairmont Mayakoba. “This achievement is a reflection of our unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional service and unforgettable experiences. From the natural beauty that surrounds us to the thoughtful details in every guest interaction, we strive to create moments that resonate long after a stay.”

Additionally, Forbes Travel Guide recently awarded Fairmont Mayakoba the 'VERIFIED™ Responsible Hospitality Badge,' recognizing the resort's adherence to more than 100 stringent standards designed to protect the environment and support the well-being of employees, guests, and their communities.

Fairmont Mayakoba's recent acknowledgements by Forbes Travel Guide reinforces its reputation as a premier destination where luxury, nature, and world-class hospitality converge. To learn more or book a stay, visit www.fairmont-mayakoba.com.