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OVERVIEW
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One day an architect flew down the coast in a small plane and about 30 miles south of Cancun he discovered the loveliest of bays where a forest of stately coconut palms promenaded toward the turquoise sea. He fell in love with the place and bought it from a man who made his living drying and selling the coconut meat, harvested from the 200-acre plantation.

Along with the plantation and a beautiful piece of jungle and beach, the ranch included the thatched hut of the owner and a caretaker named Timoteo who stayed for 14 years and whose five sons were born there without the help of doctor, nurse or midwife.

In 1980 Sally just happened to take a spur-of-the-moment trip to Cancun for a week of sun before the harsh winter of Chicago set in, This is where she met the owner and architect named Jose Luis. How's Chicago?? he asked, Cold! she answered, and in that moment both of their lives changed: He introduced her to his beautiful Maroma where they swam, drank coconut water and sat in the shade of the old thatched roof.

He showed her the jungle and the reefs, told her he had come by boat before Timoteo cut the road out of the jungle with his machete, drew her an image of the house he would build here so he could fish and swim everyday. Soon his dream became hers and she left Chicago for the warmth of the tropics.

When they were ready to build, the old thatched hut seemed the perfect place to start and it became the heart of the house where the original support poles are still visible in one wall. They planned a simple weekend cottage which soon grew to a two bedroom, artist's studio and dining room for ten.

During the following years the house continued to grow room by room, and Sally and Jos?Luis shared it with many visitors from around the world, all of whom confirmed by the pleasure of being there that Maroma is an extraordinary place.

Their next dream began to take shape when a house they built for sale was damaged by Hurricane Gilbert in 1988. They took the opportunity to use the structure as the seed of a long-dreamed of small Hotel where they could share Maroma with more friends than could comfortably fit in their home. The Hotel grew as their house had, the gardens flourished, the buildings took graceful shape, the kitchen began to whisper delicious messages, and the Hotel filled with new friends who came to be enchanted by the primal rhythm of the ocean and the jungle.

Today Maroma is a vibrant reality dedicated to pampering its guests, each of whom is counted as an honored member of the Maroma family.

LOCATION
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Maroma is located in the state of Quintana Roo, on the Mexican Caribbean, at the Riviera Maya. It sits on a jungle preserve measuring roughly 25 acres. The area benefits from an excellent weather and temperature, which fluctuates between 25 to 35 degrees Celsius, 77 to 95 degrees Fahrenheit.

The site is within 20 miles south of Cancun's international airport and 45 minutes from Cancun and within a close range from cultural and historic sites. The area itself is well served by a network of local and national roadways and the site has reasonable access to these thoroughfares.

AMENITIES
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The very special amenities included in the Casa del Mar are:
Molton Brown amenities
Beach bag
Sarong
Beach hat
Maroma cap
Sun block
Maroma kaftan and sleepers
Farewell gift
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Guest Services for all room types:
Welcome drink upon arrival
Concierge service
Complimentary breakfast daily in the restaurant
Evening turndown service
Three outdoor pools
On site car rental
Spa with therapeutic massage, facials, body scrubs, mud bath, yoga, manicure/pedicure, hairdresser by appointment, Reiki, aromatherapy and Temazcal.
Internet access in each room
Library/Game Room
Boutique/Arts Gallery
A Cultural Palapa with extensive film library
On-call medical assistance

ROOMS
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Rooms glow with mahogany and bamboo-filtered light. Handpainted tiles, soft wool rugs, original art and furniture from our own workshops make each room unique. King-size beds and luxury baths, some with sunken tubs, provide delicious comfort just steps away from the sparkling turquoise Caribbean sea.
All rooms, suites and villas contain the following amenities:
Air conditioning in bedrooms
Kaftans
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping service
Exclusive bath amenities
Umbrella
Aromatherapy nightly turndown
Morning coffee delivered to your room
Stucco finishes, carved niches, hand-hewn beams and extensive wood and ironwork
Mahogany and leather furnture designed and built on the premises
Original artwork, hand-loomed bedding and rugs
Terraces adorned with bamboo shutters
Garden Room

Set amidst one of three pools, garden rooms are surrounded by lush tropical foliage, which provides cool shade while private terracotta terraces offer outdoor lounging areas overlooking the jungle or pool.

Premium Room

Located close to the beach, premium rooms have terraces surrounded by lush foliage or palms which provide extra privacy to the outdoor terrace along with peek-a-boo views of the ocean and steps away from the beach.

Ocean View Room
The most desirable quality of the Ocean View Room is that it is steps from the beach and has stunning views of the Caribbean Sea from the terrace.

Junior Suite

This romantic suite has a large bedroom with a sitting area and features a large open bath with dressing room. Two terraces surround the suite - one thatched-roof terrace furnished as an outdoor living room and the other terrace is open to the sun with panoramic views of the bay.

One Bedroom Suite

Unobstructured views of the ocean and surrounding area are the signature of the one bedroom suites. A large living room offers lots of comfortable seating for the perfect escape - to relax alone or to entertain friends. In addition, the suite also has a dining table, mini-bar and outdoor terrace.

Three Bedroom Villa

This private oceanfront villas is self-contained and is just a short walk away from the Hotel. Perfect for an escape with family or friends, the villa features a large living room, indoor dining room and full-sized kitchen. Each bedroom has a private bath, with one bedroom located on the main floor and two on the second floor which also features a private terrace with a hand-woven hammock. The focal point of the house is its free-form pool surrounded by lush gardens and overlooked by a thatched-roof open-air dining room seating ten.

Sian Nah Suites

The Sian Nah suites, Mayan for "House of Heaven," are eight ultra luxurious ocean-front suites which are complete sanctuaries equipped for spa treatments and fitness equipment, with separate living areas and spacious outdoor terraces and private plunge pool.

These suites are located in two buildings - the Beach Villas and the Hidden Villas. Each feature the following:
Unobstructed ocean views
Private access
Large bedroom area overlooking the ocean
Covered patio with chaise lounges
Plunge pool
Large bathroom with double sink, bath tub, double shower, walk-in closet and outside shower
Air conditioned fitness area with cardiovascular equipment, free weights and yoga mats
Special designated area for SPA treatments
Separate living room and bedroom
Ground level suites have a special palapa with plunge pool and double treatment room which is located in the front of the suite on the beach and overlooking the ocean.
First level suites have a small staircase leading to the third floor where a palapa with panoramic views is located for SPA treatments.
All Sian Nah suites will feature the following special amenities:
Ultimate SPA products
Beach bag
Sarong
Beach hat
Maroma cap
Spa sun block
Embroidered Kinan kaftan and sleepers
Farewell gift
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Casa del Mar
Within the Casa del Mar is a one bedroom suite, two ocean front rooms and one junior suite. These newly remodeled accommodations are equipped with their own very special amenities.

ENTERTAINMENT
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Maroma offers a variety of choices on and off-site. Enjoy the use of the three swimming pools, Cultural Palapa, or for something a little more active why not try diving, sport fishing, kayaking, parasailing, windsurfing, sailing, swimming with dolphins, golf or horse back riding.

The fabulous reefs surrounding Maroma invite you to see the huge variety of corals, colorful fish and extraordinary creatures that live just under the surface in our backyard. Our currents are as gentle as our guides so you don't have to be a strong swimmer or an expert to enjoy our incredible adventures in the water.

Tennis - Practice your tennis in the middle of the jungle with a former national Mexican champion, or try something more informal, playing beach tennis with music therapy.

Sailing - If above-water activity is of more interest, there are Hobie-cats, kayaks, windsurfing and kite boarding. Or go for a cruise on the lovely 27-foot Maroma catamaran, where sea turtles, dolphins and rainbows may provide amazing entertainment.

Scuba Diving & Snorkeling - Maroma offers some of the best underwater views in the world. In just ten minutes you can be on your own private reef with a marine biologist at your side.

Maroma Fishing -We can take you fishing for your dinner like the locals do it. Troll for Barracuda, Grouper, Snapper and Snook in and around Maroma Bay and impress your friends when you disembark with your prize catch. Ask for bone fishing too.

Deep Sea and Fly Fishing - The Yucatan Channel, which runs just offshore of Maroma is renowned as a paradise for sport fishing enthusiasts. Marlin, Sailfish, Tuna, Dorado, Wahoo and Barracuda abound in these extremely deep and rich waters. Closer to shore the informal angler can have the thrill of catching a variety of excellent eating fish.

All deep-sea fishing yacht's are fully equipped and professionally crewed, 31 ft. sport fishers that accommodate up to 8 people. Bait, equipment, beer and soft drinks available.

RECREATION
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Riviera Maya, Mexico -- Kinan [pronounced - keynan] is the Maya word for "the source of the sun". Similar to the Asian concept of Chi, Kinan is often referred to as the individual inner energy. Opened in the fall of 2004, the new spa combines Mayan concepts to offer a full range of spa services in unique environments including treatment rooms with private gardens, four outdoor massage palapas (small thatched roof pavilions) and a rooftop tower treatment room with 360 degree views that capture the two ecological systems of Maroma the jungle and the sea.

The Spa at over 6,365 square feet was handcrafted by the same family of Maya masons that have been working with Maroma founder and architect, Jose Louis Moreno, for over four decades. This long standing creative collaboration is one of the reasons that guests and photographers rave about the visual beauty of the resort. In addition, Jose Luis's strong belief in the Maya study of astrological alignment and energy channels has given the Kinan spa its spiritual essence -- each building and treatment room has been aligned to the stars to ensure positive energy flow so the body, mind and spirit are at peace.

Spar:

White and cream stucco finishes, carved niches, arched windows and doorways, Conchuela (shell) floors from the Yucatan complimented with loose river stone borders, hand-hewn beams made from the local Zapote trees and native hard wood furnishings all provide an authentic yet soothing environment. Strategically placed windows and alfresco corridors provide sunbeams, fresh ocean breezes and bird songs from the jungle.

Spa Amenities:

Three treatment rooms ? each with its own shower, bathroom, and treatment tub
Two wet/dry sauna and cold plunge pool treatment rooms
Manicure/Pedicure room
One Massage tower with 360 degree views capturing both jungle and sea ecosystems
Two Relaxation Rooms
One Roof top yoga and meditation pavilion
Jantzu garden pool
Flore de vita (Flower of Life) pool located in front of the floatarium building. The flower of life symbol is incorporated into the design of the pool and is considered sacred among many cultures around the world, both ancient and modern. Within this symbol can be found all the building blocks of the universe and the symbol is often used as a metaphor for the connectedness of all life and spirit within the universe.
Wellness centre located in the adjacent Aquarius area of the resort offers cardio machines as well as free-weights, and spinning classes. A personal trainer is available for appointments.
Spa Boutique
Kinan treatment consultation room

Spa Cuisine:

Healthy Yucatan inspired cuisine can be enjoyed poolside or in the privacy of your treatment room. The menu includes: Aquarius salad; spinach, artichoke hearts, chaya leaves, string beans, citrus fruits and home dried tomatoes; spiced beetroot soup over jicama and yogurt slaw; false cauliflower couscous with grilled langoustines and a hibiscus flower reduction, guajillo stuffed with buckwheat and shrimp brochettes, and carpaccio of zucchini, melon ravioli with crab and ginger and a tamarind sauce.

Spa operating Hours

Spa: Monday-Sunday 9.30A.M. - 9.00P.M.

Wellness Center: Monday-Sunday 6.00A.M. - 10.00P.M.

Extended hours available by special appointment

Cancellation Policy
Please allow 12 hours notice of cancellation toavoid a 100% charge.

Service Charge
A 15% service charge will be added to your final bill for each service.

Loss or Damage
We regret that we cannot be responsible for any loss or damage of personal articles. Please keep all valuables in your safe in your room during your visit. For protection of your clothing we ask that you come to the spa in your Kaftan.

Health Conditions
Please advise us of any health conditions, allergies, or injuries, which could affect your service when making your spa reservation.

DINNING
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El Sol Restaurant

El Sol features both indoor and outdoor beachfront dining. For many gastronomes, breakfast is among one of Maroma's crowning achievements. Hearty beginnings start with pots of freshly brewed coffee or steamy mugs of Mexican Hot cocoa, a rainbow palette of mangoes, watermelon and papayas, and at least six choices of freshly squeezed tropical juices. Just-baked croissants, pecan rolls, cheese pockets and cornbread Gourmet hailed as among the world's best, are decadent, while pain au chocolate and raspberry cactus jam burst with flavor.

By night, El Sol is illuminated by candles and torches. The outdoor dining area features a stone kitchen where the chef prepares a weekly seafood dinner on the grill. The main dining room features 20 foot vaulted ceilings with a carving of Xux Ex the ?Descending God,? as the center piece watching over diners. The walls feature original paintings from resident artist Bertand Castelli. Known as the Paul Gauguin of Maroma, the resort currently features his entire first collection of work, which celebrates the female form set within regional scenes and images of Maroma.

The chef serves Yucatan inspired cuisine complemented by an extensive wine cellar. Items include guacamole made table-side, Yucatan lime soup and Cochinita Pibil, a traditional Maya pork dish prepared with achiote, peppercorns, garlic, a dash of cream a hint of cumin and a few drops of orange juice, all wrapped in banana leaves and gently baked with chopped chilies and onions.

Maroma's well-selected wine list of 60 offerings includes European, South American, Californian, and Mexican vintages that compliment the personality of the cuisine. Desserts are sinfully delicious, including pineapple sorbet, coconut flan, homemade cookies, flamboid bananas with coconut ice cream, and triple chocolate cake.

Breakfast, 7 am - 11 am
Lunch, 11:30 am - 5 pm
Dinner, 6 am - 11 pm
Gentlemen are required to wear slacks and collared shirts in the restaurant during dinner. Ladies will feel comfortable in resort wear ? dresses, skirts or evening slacks.

Maroma Bar

The bar is located in the main building and is open daily from 5 pm until 11 pm.
Beach Bar

Beverage service is available on the beach from 10.00 am until 5.00 pm daily.
Light meals available at the beach bar from 11.30 am to 5.00 pm.
Lobster BBQ Wednesday and Saturday (day may be changed during the year)

In-room dining

Available between 7 am and 11 pm every day.

You are also able to acquire VIP amenities which are delivered to your room:

Fresh fruit baskets (delivered each morning)
Petits fours (assorted, 6 per person)
Assorted cookies
Chocolate pastels
Handcrafted Mexican box of chocolate truffles
Personalized mug
Pewter Maroma photo frame

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