Sun-filled meetings are in your future, with these new and renovated resorts.
Whether you’re drawn to the fresh coastal air or dream of exploring expansive valleys, there are plenty of ways to soak up the sunshine; and we all know that working that natural light into your meetings not only makes them completely beautiful—it makes for happier attendees with healthy circadian rhythms.
As we prepare to welcome the spring, and before we know it, the summer, hosting a meeting in a destination that provides all the sunshine we’ve been waiting for is a no-brainer.
The Island Life is Calling
Islamorada’s Islander Resort unveils a full property transformation, completely renovating its 114 bungalows and suites and 25 two-bedroom townhome villas. It has also refreshed its resort grounds, dining outlets and event spaces.
The bungalow-style retreats immerse visitors in tropical ease and sophisticated luxury, with waterfront views complimented by a beach-inspired design of pastel hues and natural textures like woven wicker and polished wood alongside modern amenities. It only gets better with furnished patio spaces to relax and enjoy the surroundings. Plus, 12 new Cabana Poolside Rooms offer larger patios that lead to dedicated poolside cabanas. And 14 oceanside suites, including the Islander Two Bedroom Suite, feature full kitchens and full dining and living areas. The 25 Bayside Villas, designed for extended stays, offer two bedrooms, a living area with a sofa bed, a gourmet kitchen and a private deck.
The expansive beachfront is enhanced with newly planted palm trees alongside locally crafted palapas and sun huts alongside raw wood, rope and hemp cane furnishings. Two reimagined pool areas include the Oasis Pool and saltwater Terrace Pool, which include suspended beds, shaded cabanas, and hammocks hidden away in tropical gardens. There’s plenty of time for fun, too, with complimentary offerings like the 9-hole Seaside Links putting course, guided excursions to the world’s third-largest barrier reef and permanent courts for pickleball, volleyball and more. Five onsite culinary outlets offer a laid-back atmosphere to enjoy local flavors. If you’re craving some fish tacos, head to the oceanfront Coccoloba. Then, pop over to the new thatched-roof bar, Sandy’s.
Islander Resort offers over 129,000 sq. ft. of versatile indoor and outdoor beachfront event space. The Islander House Conference Center sees fully renovated indoor event spaces, with new elegant coastal-inspired lighting fixtures, updated flooring and soothing neutral tones. Events can also opt to enjoy the expansive horizon with outdoor options like Tideline Terrace, the Great Lawn, or Islander Beach’s Coral Pointe.
Luxury in the Heart of Nature
Cancún’s newest luxury destination opens its doors as SLS Playa Mujeres. The first all-inclusive resort along the Yucatán Peninsula offers 498 guest rooms and suites, all featuring fully furnished balconies and terraces, set across Delight, Captivate and Euphoria Categories. Captivate Swim Out rooms feature lush private gardens that lead to river pools. The property also offers a collection of one- and two-bedroom suites, as well as The Envy, which offers three king bedrooms with ensuites and an expansive outdoor terrace with sea views. SLS Elite rooms offer another level of luxury, with a private roof deck jacuzzi, lounge and panoramic rooms; guests of Elite rooms enjoy private lounge access, preferred dining reservations and entry to an exclusive beach, along with personalized check-in, butler service, a premium spirits package, airport transfers for extended stays and a complimentary Ciel Spa thermal bath experience.
The Ciel Spa is the heart of the resort. A 20,000-square-foot wellness destination with thermal baths, an outdoor tranquility pool and 20 treatment rooms with innovative treatments invite guests to enjoy wellness at the next level. The property also boasts an outstanding culinary scene, with 18 distinctive culinary and mixology experiences, from a New York steakhouse style at Union, to fresh-off-the-boat Mexican seafood at Caracol, to expertly mixed cocktails and DJ beats at Privilege and so much more.
Meetings and events will find nine versatile spaces, including a hybrid theater and a nearly 10,000-square-foot ballroom. Though conveniently located just 30-minutes from Cancún International Airport, SLS Playa Mujeres offers an experience off the beaten path, with abundant natural beauty. Guests will fund true sense of place, with plenty of experiences to enjoy the rich history and culture of the Mayan civilization with day trips and easy access to Cancún’s celebrated dining and nightlife scene.
As Far as the Eye Can See
Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort and Spa announces a multi-million renovation to its 350 luxurious, pueblo-style guestrooms. The refreshed design draws inspiration from its location on 500 acres of the Pueblo of Santa Ana—a unique cultural environment between Santa Fe and Albuquerque, New Mexico.
All guest rooms include a king-sized bed or two queen-sized beds, framed by comfortable lighting on each side that illuminates the room’s earthy colors. The redesigned guest rooms center the traditions and styles of the Santa Ana Pueblo with rich red and blue hues, reflective of Native woven fabrics and pueblo clay pottery. Native-inspired wall hangings and drapes tie the look together. All rooms include state-of-the-art bathrooms with expansive vanity walls, marble countertops, back lighting and a sliding barn door, as well as a large show closet and wardrobe and a beverage center. The resort has also updated its corridors with new carpeting and wall coverings that incorporate the wood tones and warm colors featured in the guest rooms.
In anticipation of the renovation debut, the resort offers a new selection of signature experiences, including horseback rides to explore the Rio Grande, Bosque cottonwood forest and cultural sites, as well as educational and cultural experiences led by Tamayame tribe members from bread baking to tours of the Tamaya Cultural Learning Center.
Other opportunities at the property include enjoying championship golf at the resort’s 18-hole Twin Warriors Golf Club, locally inspired treatments at the award-winning Tamaya Mist Spa & Salon and five miles of hiking trails. The property offers over 54,000 sq. ft. of flexible meeting and event space, including the 12,000-square-foot Tamaya Ballroom.
