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Part of situation: Riviera Maya hospitality sector developments (2 clusters)

Riviera Maya hospitality sector sees resort expansions and model shifts

Riviera Maya Waldorf Astoria Riviera Maya all-inclusive luxury Mexico tourism hotel expansion

The hospitality landscape in Mexico’s Riviera Maya is undergoing significant changes. The Waldorf Astoria Riviera Maya has transitioned to a fully all-inclusive model as of October 1. The property, which holds a Michelin Key, is also scheduled to become an exclusively adults-only resort starting January 10, 2027.

Additionally, regional tourism infrastructure is expanding, highlighted by a US$700 million hotel expansion inaugurated in June 2025 that increased room capacity from 900 to 1,800. Regional occupancy figures for the period of January to July 2026 reached 70.71%.

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Mexico · Riviera Maya · Waldorf Astoria Riviera Maya

Sources

This Luxury Cancun Resort With Michelin Dining Has Converted To An All-Inclusive [thecancunsun.com]
Asia Dive Tourism Surges as India, Maldives, Indonesia and Thailand Attract Winter Holidaymakers: Things You Need to Know [www.travelandtourworld.com]