 El Cid Resorts Invests $40-million into 350 suites in Puerto Morelos.
El Cid Resorts opened its sixth hotel this past December as part of the company's new $200 million complex.
The oceanfront resort, Hotel Marina El Cid Cancun Riviera Maya, willbe
located 12 miles south of the Cancun International Airport,
halfwaybetween the city of Cancun and the town of Playa del Carmen.
ElCid's new, 617 acre complex boasts a state-of-the-art marina, now
inoperation a block away from the resort site. In the near future,
thecomplex also will house boutiques, restaurants and luxury
condominiums.
"Ourguests will experience three fantastic worlds in one location,"
saysCarlos Berdegue, CEO of El Cid Resorts. "The new resort will be
closeto Cancun, renowned for shoping and nightlife. Also nearby,
guests canmarvel at the ruins of the ancient Mayan civilization.
"The resort's beaches will be right on Puerto Morelos," Bergegue
continues. "Guests will find wide expanses of silky, white sand; clear
turquoise waters, and spectacular underwater life ideal for snorkeling
and diving."
HOTEL MARINA EL CID
Cancun - Riviera Maya
Boulevard El Cid Unidad 15
Puerto Morelos, Mexico 77580
Construction on the new, $40-million Hotel Marina El Cid Cancun Riviera
Maya began in March, 2005. When completed, the 904,300 square-foot
property will feature 350 suites in 11 four-story buildings. El Cid
Cancun's architecture will mix colonial and modern styles, featuring
palapa huts and sleek, brick-and-concrete structures surrounding a
magnificent, 22,000 square-foot, free-form pool.
Overseeing it all will be general manager, Hector Lopez. With a
Masters Degree in Hotel Administration, Lopez was the 2003 and 2004
recipient of the prestigious Food & Beverage Crystal Award for the
Yucatan Peninsula & Mexico Southeast.
El Cid owns and operates four hotels, a 27-hole golf course, fully
equipped marina and destination management company, all in Mazatlan.
Additionally, the company owns and operates the El Cid La Ceiba Beach
Hotel in Cozumel as well as construction and real estate companies
affiliated with Century 21.
The first phase of development, scheduled for completion Dec. 17, will
consist of 200 suites plus all public areas. Among its common areas,
the 21-acre El Cid Cancun will have: restaurants, bars, business
center, tropical gardens, hair/nails salon, and Temazcal spa. The
beachfront pool will feature waterfalls, swim-up bar, in-water lounge
chairs, sun deck and children's area with slides. Nearby will be an
oceanfront mega Jacuzzi. For a change of pace, guests will drop by the
resort's water sports facility, providing all the gear needed for
snorkeling, diving, windsurfing, kayaking and sailing. Also on-site
will be a state-of-the-art fitness center with steam room; sauna;
massage rooms, as well as areas for aerobics, pilates and spinning
classes.
Suite It Is
Driving up to the all-suite resort, guests will be greeted by porters
and bellmen. Inside, the lobby will be a study in muted elegance,
featuring marble floors and sleek, minimalist décor. There, guests
will find check-in and concierge desks. Flanking the lobby will be a
jewelry store, sundries shop, bar and upscale Mediterranean restaurant.
Accommodations at El Cid Cancun will range from 568 square-foot junior
suites to luxurious 2,397 square-foot, three-bedroom/three-and-one-half
bath accommodations. One and two-bedroom suites also are available
(1,108 1,873 square feet respectively).
Each bright, airy suite will feature an oceanfront or pool view.
Entering their rooms, guests will see contemporary décor in fresh,
tropical hues. Bathrooms will be above the industry standard with
marble walls, floors and countertops and large walk-in showers with
comfort benches. All suites will have nightly turn-down service and a
choice of king-sized or double beds. Other features will include
private terraces, satellite TV, safe-deposit boxes, and minibars
stocked with beverages and snacks.
Two and three-bedroom suites will come with such additional features as
spacious living and dining areas; full kitchen; extra-comfort, luxury
beds and linens; Jacuzzi on the terrace; satellite TV in each bedroom,
and 42-inch plasma TV in the living room.
Deluxe All Inclusive
"El Cid Cancun guests will have a unique culinary experience, from
friendly bartenders to gala functions and romantic tableside dining,"
Berdegue assures.
The deluxe all-inclusive resort will have four restaurants. Flanking
the lobby, the Mediterranean El Alcazar will offer indoor as well as
alfresco dining on the terrace. With its sleek, minimalist décor and
extensive wine cellar, El Alcazar is designed to be the ideal setting
for romantic dinners and celebrations. The more casual El Arrecite
will serve up fresh seafood poolside with spectacular ocean views.
Also near the lobby, the casual Al Andalus will offer buffet fare.
Finally, a block away at the marina, guests will enjoy fresh lobster
and seafood under the stars at La Marina, overlooking the spectacular
yachts and turquoise waters of Puerto Morelos Bay.
Special touches will add to the culinary experience. For instance, Tea
Time will take place in the lobby in the late afternoon, while the
lobby bar and lounge will entertain with live music, dancing and
cocktails afternoons and evenings.
Temazcal Spa and More
The deluxe all-inclusive rate covers a buffet of amenities:
snorkelling, diving, windsurfing, kayaking, sailing, bike tours,
nightly shows, spa, Fitness Center, Kids Club, and more.
Offering rest and rejuvenation, the fitness center and Temazca spa will
be located in a quiet area behind the pool. The Mayan-influenced
Temazcal treatment offers relaxation and cleansing from steam rising
from hot volcanic stones on a bed of natural herbs. Nearby, the Adult
Silent Area will repeat the rest and rejuvenation themes with
oceanfront massage tents, Jacuzzi and tropical gardens.
Once rejuvenated, guests will find such enticements as weekly gala
functions with dinner and dancing and nightly dinner and shows in the
200-seat El Cid Theatre, to be completed in April, 2006. A gazebo will
host weddings and ceremonies for couples who want to renew their vows
against the backdrop of glistening white sand and the Caribbean Sea.
Additionally, the Kids Club will entertain little ones who like water
sports, games, movies, arts and crafts, and more.
State-of-the-Art Marina
Sailing, day cruises, snorkeling and diving excursions, and ecological
tours depart from Marina El Cid Cancun now in operation next to the
resort site. In addition to its restaurant, the full-service marina
offers dive shop, sport fishing fleet, weather services,
mini-supermarket, hardware and bait and tackle shops, and more.
"Marina El Cid Cancun can hold 300 vessels from 25 - 120 feet in
length," explains Geronimo Cevallos, harbor master and organizer of
fishing expeditions from the marina. "Boats from around the world give
the yacht club a cosmopolitan air second to none.
"The Riviera Maya is sport fishing paradise," Cevallos continues, "with
white marlin, mahi-mahi, tuna, barracuda and Wahoo all in abundance
less than a mile from shore."
Diving and snorkeling excursions will take guests to the protected
Puerto Morelos National Reef Park. Nicknamed La Joya del Caribe (Jewel
of the Caribbean), the marine park is renowned for its pristine beaches
and vibrant coral reefs less than 550 yards (500 meters) from shore.
Mexico's Riviera Maya covers a 100-mile stretch along the Caribbean Sea
from Cancun to the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve. Visitors go for the
clear turquoise, green and blue waters; dependably sunny weather; coral
reefs, and 1,000-year-old ruins of the lost Maya civilization. Many go
simply to relax on white beaches, sipping margaritas. In addition to
luxury resorts and vibrant nightlife, the Riviera Maya offers eco and
historical tours, with opportunities to swim with dolphins, go cave
diving and explore Colonial Mexican towns.
Contact:
Hotel Marina El Cid Cancun Riviera Maya
www.elcid.com
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