Occidental Grand Xcaret

The ancient Maya civilization knew the sheltered inlet of Xcaret (ish-ka-ret) as an important center for doing business on the Caribbean coast of Mexico. Today, Occidental Grand Xcaret offers a modern equivalent for groups seeking a meeting place in paradise.

The 769-room, all-inclusive resort borders Xcaret park, where Mayan canoes as long as galleons once came and went in an eco-wonderland of tropical gardens—gardens both above and below the water. The resort itself fronts a white-sand, cove-shaped beach backed by silvery river channels winding through lush greenery and dotted with contemporary architecture, crystal-blue pools, and whirlpools.

Groups of up to 1,000 participants gather in eight meeting rooms, all supported by state-of-the-art flexibility, the latest in audiovisual equipment, first-class catering, and impeccable service. Executives may appreciate the VIP accommodations with private reception, personal concierge assistance, business center, exclusive pool, and privileges at the Royal Club Restaurant. Royal Club guests also have access to everything else on the property, from the 11 restaurants and ten bars to the nightclub, live entertainment, spa and fitness center, and wide choice of sports and beachside pleasures.

As an added bonus, guests can claim discounted day passes to neighboring Xcaret park, one of the Yucatán Peninsula’s most popular attractions. A short walk leads to exhibits of wildlife and culture, live shows, floating in underground rivers, snorkeling over the coral reef—even swimming with dolphins.