NEW HORIZONS: MEXICO’S MOST ANTICIPATED HOTEL OPENINGS FOR 2026
February 5, 2026
After a record-setting year for tourism, Mexico is showing no signs of slowing down. With strong international demand, increased airlift, and global events on the horizon, 2026 is shaping up to be a standout year — especially for new hotel and resort openings across the country’s most desirable destinations. From beach enclaves to cultural capitals, the hospitality landscape continues to evolve in exciting ways.
In the Riviera Maya and Cancún region, wellness, design and exclusivity take center stage. Alila Mayakoba will make its Latin American debut with an adults-only, sustainability-driven retreat inside the coveted Mayakoba enclave, while Kimpton Tres Ríos Riviera Maya introduces the brand’s signature style to the all-inclusive space along a quieter stretch of coastline. Farther north, The St. Regis Costa Mujeres Resort, Cancún adds understated luxury and personalized service to one of the Caribbean’s fastest-growing resort areas.
Baja California Sur continues to attract brands that prioritize space, serenity and a strong sense of place. Amanvari, Aman’s long-awaited arrival in Mexico, will open along the East Cape with a highly intimate concept focused on wellness, nature and refined simplicity. Nearby, Park Hyatt Cabo del Sol and the newly opened Kadún Hotel bring fresh perspectives to Los Cabos — blending elevated design, walkable locations and access to the region’s dramatic landscapes.
Emerging destinations are also stepping into the spotlight. In Loreto, the wellness-focused Mailena is poised to introduce a new kind of adults-only escape on the Sea of Cortez, while Mexico City welcomes several notable openings. El Cortés, a restored Art Nouveau mansion in Roma Norte, and Park Hyatt Mexico City in Polanco both promise thoughtfully designed spaces that connect guests with the capital’s art, culture and culinary scene.
Rounding out the year, Mexico’s Pacific Coast gains momentum with The Westin Playa Vallarta, An All-Inclusive Resort, combining oceanfront views with a wellness-first approach in Bahía de Banderas. Together, these openings reflect where travel in Mexico is headed: experiences rooted in place, elevated by design, and shaped by the country’s incredible diversity.
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Hyatt is entering the final months of 2026 with a growing collection of luxury properties across some of Mexico’s most sought-after destinations. From the Pacific coast of Baja California Sur to the Caribbean shoreline of the Riviera Maya and the cultural heart of Mexico City, the company is expanding its portfolio with distinctive properties designed around their individual settings and guest experiences. The Park Hyatt brand is at the center of this growth. Following the opening of Park Hyatt Cabo del Sol in December 2025, Park Hyatt Riviera Maya is expected to open by the end of 2026 as the brand’s first all-inclusive property worldwide. Park Hyatt Mexico City Polanco, a 155-room hotel overlooking Chapultepec Park, is expected to welcome guests in spring 2027. Together, the three properties offer very different ways to experience Mexico, from coastal escapes to an urban cultural stay. Hyatt’s expansion also includes Alila Mayakoba, which opened earlier this year within the Mayakoba complex. Set across 60 acres of beach, lagoon, and jungle, the resort combines wellness, locally inspired design, and a strong connection to the Yucatán Peninsula. Meanwhile, three new Grand Hyatt resorts—Grand Hyatt Grand Cayman, Grand Hyatt Cancun, and Grand Hyatt Los Cabos—are scheduled to open in the fourth quarter of 2026, with Cancún and Los Cabos introducing all-inclusive experiences to the Grand Hyatt portfolio. For planners, this growing portfolio creates even more possibilities for designing programs around different sides of Mexico. Whether a group is looking for a sophisticated urban experience, a secluded Caribbean setting, or the landscapes and culture of Baja, Destination Mexico can help bring these new properties together with the authentic experiences, local connections, and seamless logistics that make a program truly memorable
This beautifully restored 1920s mansion brings intimate luxury, local character, and a taste of contemporary Roma Norte to Mexico City. DMC Destination Mexico
After 38 years of dedication, passion, and tireless work, Lourdes Crossley, our Managing Director and co-founder of Destination Mexico, retired at the end of July, bringing to a close an extraordinary chapter in the history of our company.
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