Karisma Hotels & Resorts will open the doors to the third property under the Island Reserve brand, Margaritaville Island Reserve Riviera Maya, in Mexico in early 2023. The new resort will be the first adults-only all-inclusive property for the brand.
Bookings are now open for the resort, which boasts 355 suites within 13 room categories, nine food and beverage locations, three swimming pools, two pickleball courts, a world-class St. Somewhere Spa, the first LandShark Brewery in Mexico, and more.
“As our third property to open under the Island Reserve brand, we wanted to create a new experience for our guests that is different from the others, which is why Margaritaville Island Reserve Riviera Maya is our first adults-only destination,” says Karisma Hotels & Resorts exec Mario Mathieu. “Here, guests will be transported to an upscale coastal retreat where every room offers a view due to its crescent moon shape.”
Margaritaville Island Reserve Riviera Maya sits on a beautiful Mexican beach with great views of the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea.
Guests can choose from spacious King Paradise Suites, offering ample outdoor space; the exclusive Beachfront Honeymoon Suites, an ocean-front suite complete with a fully furnished living area and wrap-around terrace; to the Oceanfront Paradise Swim-Up Studio, boasting stunning views of the Caribbean Sea and featuring a king-sized bedroom and living area that opens to a spacious decked terrace and infinity pool.
The Coral Reefer Signature Suite comes complete with signature outdoor living space that can accommodate eight, including a fully furnished terrace, an oversized private infinity pool, a custom-built gaucho style grill, and an outdoor pool table. Private butler service allows guests to enjoy total relaxation.
Gourmet Dining
Guests can choose from the resort’s five restaurants, which include JWB Steakhouse, where guests are invited to step into the aging room where a “Meat Sommelier” will explain everything one needs to know about the restaurant’s vast variety of cuts; Frank & Lola’s, an Italian trattoria serving handcrafted and authentic dishes; LandShark Brewery & Grill, serving LandShark Lager brewed on-site and a variety of freshly-grilled specialties; The Boathouse, an all-day dining venue with inventive culinary creations and an international food display; and Far Side of the World, serving the best of the Pacific Rim with unique culinary creations from faraway places.
Bars
In addition, guests will find four resort bars, which include Salted Rim, an agave-inspired mixology bar; License to Chill Bar, Wet Feet Bar & Beachside Grill, a chilled beachside atmosphere just steps away from the sea; the famous Five o’Clock Somewhere Bar & Swim-Up Bar; and the classic S.O.S. Swim-Up Bar.
Meetings and Events
Another first for the Island Reserve brand, Margaritaville Island Reserve Riviera Maya features close to 460 sq. m. of premium meeting space for up to 400 people with three breakout rooms with unobstructed views of the Mexican-Caribbean Sea.
In addition, couples can book their wedding at the picturesque Sky Wedding location, which boasts breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea and offers the perfect setting for the ceremony, cocktail reception, or private dinner.
Activities
There’s plenty for wellness travellers, from the St. Somewhere Spa – complete with nine treatment rooms, including a couples and Bridal suites – to the 2 Fins Up! Fitness Center with an outdoor terrace.
Weekly events will include pool parties with live bands and DJs, evening beach bonfires, pickleball and cornhole tournaments, and daytime fitness activities including yoga, aqua fit, functional training, and more.
Guest will also have complimentary access to the resort’s non-motorized water sports equipment, including kayaks, snorkelling, and stand-up paddleboards.