Luxury hotels in Mexico
We ranked 18 five-star hotels in Mexico, from the Riviera Maya to Los Cabos, with scores spanning 1.9 to 9.8 out of 10. Nightly rates run from $199 at Banyan Tree Puebla to $10,350 at Siari Riviera Nayarit, with an average country score of 5.5/10 — meaning hotel choice matters more here than in most destinations.
THE RANKING
Hotels ranked by score
BEST IN CATEGORY · MEXICO
Category leaders
Service
9.6
Maroma, A Belmond Hotel, Riviera Maya
Riviera Maya, Mexico · Belmond
Rooms
9.6
Siari Riviera Nayarit, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
La Peñita de Jaltemba, Mexico · Ritz-Carlton
Food
9.4
Four Seasons Resort and Residences Los Cabos at Costa Palmas
Baja California, Mexico · Four Seasons
Value
9.3
Banyan Tree Cabo Marques
Acapulco, Mexico · Banyan Tree
Location
9.1
Casa de Sierra Nevada, A Belmond Hotel, San Miguel de Allende
San Miguel De Allende, Mexico · Belmond
Ambiance
8.9
Maroma, A Belmond Hotel, Riviera Maya
Riviera Maya, Mexico · Belmond
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the best luxury hotel in Mexico in 2026?
Maroma, A Belmond Hotel in the Riviera Maya ranks highest with a 9.8/10 score, followed by Rosewood Mayakoba at 9.1 and Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal at 8.9. Rates at Maroma start at $725 and reach $5,295 per night depending on season and suite category.
When is the cheapest time to visit luxury hotels in Mexico?
August is the cheapest month to book luxury hotels in Mexico, coinciding with peak hurricane season in the Caribbean coast. Travelers willing to accept the weather risk can save 30–50% versus winter rates at properties in the Riviera Maya and Los Cabos.
Is the Four Seasons Punta Mita worth the price?
At 4.7/10 in our rankings, the Four Seasons Punta Mita underperforms relative to its $750–$5,390 nightly rate. Guests seeking a Pacific-coast Four Seasons experience may find better value at Costa Palmas (7.0/10), while Maroma Belmond or Rosewood Mayakoba offer stronger overall quality.
Which luxury hotel brands operate in Mexico?
Seven major luxury brands operate 18 properties across Mexico: Belmond, Rosewood, Four Seasons, Ritz-Carlton (including Reserve), St. Regis, Waldorf Astoria, and Banyan Tree. The Riviera Maya has the highest concentration, with flagship hotels from Belmond, Rosewood, Banyan Tree, Waldorf Astoria, and St. Regis.
What is the most expensive luxury hotel in Mexico?
Siari Riviera Nayarit, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, has the highest ceiling rate at $10,350 per night for top suites, though it scores just 3.4/10 in our rankings. For high-end spending with stronger reviews, the Four Seasons Costa Palmas ($5,800 ceiling) and Maroma Belmond ($5,295 ceiling) deliver better quality.
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