Travelers seeking a warm winter escape now have a fresh option on Mexico’s Riviera Maya with the opening of Thompson Playa del Carmen in the heart of downtown.
Thompson Playa del Carmen is a first-of-its-kind hotel for the city, made up of two complementary locations. The main property, now open, features 92 rooms and sits directly on La Quinta Avenida — Playa’s lively two-mile pedestrian street lined with shops, restaurants and vibrant street life. A short distance away, a more secluded Beach House will open on the Caribbean shoreline in early 2016, offering a Bohemian-inspired, villa-style experience for guests looking to be closer to the sea.
The lifestyle hotel emphasizes fresh flavors and craft cocktails across two dining venues. The menus highlight seafood and regional influences, and signature drinks include Mexican-inspired creations such as The Kali, a balanced mix of jalapeño-infused tequila, fresh-squeezed orange and lime juices, and agave nectar.
Perched on the rooftop, CATCH serves as a dynamic culinary destination by day and an energetic nightlife spot after sunset. The restaurant transitions into a lively setting with DJ sets and local live performances, while the adjacent infinity pool provides in-water loungers and island-style perches for relaxing poolside with ocean breezes.
Thompson Playa del Carmen adds to the Thompson Hotels collection of lifestyle properties, which includes destinations across North America and Europe. The brand’s portfolio features The Cape in Los Cabos; Gild Hall and Smyth in New York; Thompson Chicago; Thompson Toronto; Belgraves in London; and Thompson Miami Beach. Thompson Hotels also continues to expand with upcoming projects such as The Beekman in Lower Manhattan, Thompson Nashville and Thompson Seattle.