Banyan Tree Cabo Marqués to Introduce Dramatic All-Pool Villa Resort in Acapulco, Mexico, in Early 2010
Wednesday, December 9, 2009 at 10:32PM 
SINGAPORE (December 9, 2009) – Banyan Tree Hotels and Resorts is slated to open Banyan Tree Cabo Marqués in the first quarter of 2010, in the famed Acapulco region of Mexico. The cliff-top Banyan Tree Cabo Marqués will be the only five-star internationally branded private all-pool villa resort in Acapulco. It will offer the quintessential Banyan Tree service standards and the rejuvenating Banyan Tree Spa experience for which the award-winning Asian brand is recognized. This will be Banyan Tree’s second resort in Mexico, following the March 2009 opening of the Riviera Maya’s Banyan Tree Mayakoba, on the Yucatan peninsula.
Named for its location in the exclusive residential development of Cabo Marqués in Acapulco Diamante, Banyan Tree Cabo Marqués is a 20-minute drive from Acapulco International Airport and located a short 7.5 miles from the vibrant Acapulco city center.
Banyan Tree Cabo Marqués brings back the romance, adventure and vintage charm of Acapulco, with its collection of 47 private all-pool villas, including an expansive three-bedroom Presidential Pool Villa. The Presidential Pool Villa converts to an exclusive compound with the addition of a Spa Pool Villa, turning it into a four-bedroom retreat for large families and intimate groups of friends.
Exclusively designed by Banyan Tree’s in-house architecture arm Architrave Design and Planning, Banyan Tree Cabo Marqués is uniquely inspired by Acapulco’s long association with the Far East, as it was a major port of call for China in the 19th century. Because of this association, the resort boasts distinctive Asian design elements, with steeply pitched roofs, wide eaves, and all villas built on stilts. Each villa measures at least 2,034 square feet, with full-size swimming pools, and breathtaking views over the dramatic cliffs overlooking Acapulco Bay. The sense of elevation is heightened by use of wide expanses of glass to give guests the soaring feeling of blue on blue – the merger of sky and sea across the horizon.
As with all Banyan Tree properties, the resort also incorporates indigenous local design touches as well. Drawing inspiration from exquisite Mexican artwork, the resort’s interior design is filled with sculptures and pieces from strong artisanal locations like Oaxaca and Guadalajara. Accessories such as Talavera earthenware ceramics, black onyx used as lamp bases, traditional huipil fabric from the Mexican state of Chiapas, and tin etchings for mirror frames can also all be seen throughout the resort.
Dining is always an occasion for celebration at Banyan Tree resorts. Guests will enjoy the choice of three restaurants: Saffron – the brand’s signature modern Thai restaurant; the hill-side Las Rocas Grill and Bar; and all-day dining restaurant La Nao. La Nao is named for La Nao de China, a 16th century trading vessel that brought Mexican gold and Asian treasures across the seas on the vital Manila-Acapulco Galleon Trade route. Today, La Nao will make its mark as Acapulco’s most stylish restaurant, pioneering a modern world cuisine based on Latin and Oriental influences, with live local music in the evenings.
The award-winning Banyan Tree Spa also makes its debut in Acapulco, bringing its authentic Asian therapies and exclusively trained therapists from the Banyan Tree Spa Academy in Phuket, Thailand, to create a “Sanctuary for the Senses” for guests. Additionally, a Banyan Tree lifestyle can be enjoyed in the comfort of one’s home through the Banyan Tree Gallery, which embodies "Shopping as Art." With exquisite authentic Asian and Mexican products, aromatic essential oils wafting in the air, and soothing strains of spa music, walking into a the Gallery will be a complete sensory experience.
Other facilities at the resort include a meeting room catering to small and exclusive groups, as well as weddings. Perched on the cliff-side overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Banyan Tree Cabo Marqués is a spectacular setting for intimate ceremonies and honeymoons. Additionally, a dedicated Romance Manager will be on hand to provide inspiration for couples to make the most of their sojourn.
History in Its Roots
The 1950s and ‘60s brought Hollywood’s jet set elite to Acapulco – golden stars like Elizabeth Taylor, John Wayne, Frank Sinatra, Clark Gable, and Elvis Presley lent their shine to the formerly sleepy fishing village. With 360 days of sunshine and a deep, beautiful bay, Acapulco also is known for the La Quebrada Cliff Divers, professional high divers who leap 148 feet from the cliffs into the sea below. Now rediscovered as much for its historic monuments like the 17th century Fuerte de San Diego, a fort that protected this Spanish port from numerous pirates, as well as exciting nightlife and cosmopolitan culture, Acapulco holds ample charms for the modern-day visitor looking for the best of old and new worlds. Acapulco is a glamorous beach getaway as it is a 40-minute flight from key surrounding Mexico destinations like Mexico City, Monterrey and Guadalajara, as well as a three-hour flight from primary U.S. states like Texas and California.
Banyan Tree Cabo Marqués’ best available rates start from USD$600++ per night in a Valley View Pool Villa. Guests who book a villa for three consecutive paid nights and above will enjoy one 90-minute Banyan Tree Spa massage session, usually worth USD$160, per booking.Booking channels are now open; for reservations, call Banyan Tree Reservations toll-free at +1 (800) 591-0439, e-mail cabomarques@banyantree.com, or log-on to www.banyantree.com.
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About Banyan Tree Hotels and Resorts:
The leading international operator in the boutique resort, residences and spa industry, Banyan Tree offers a signature blend of romance and travel with a green conscience. The philosophy behind the hotels, resorts, residences, spas, retail galleries and destination club is based on rejuvenation of the body, mind and soul – a Sanctuary for the Senses. Angsana Hotels and Resorts is the ideal complement to Banyan Tree, comprising contemporary, chic and ecologically sensitive retreats. Based in areas of outstanding natural beauty and exciting city hubs, Angsana hotels, resorts, residences, spas and retail galleries reflect the spirit and communities of its environment.
To date, the Banyan Tree Group manages and/or has ownership interests in over 20 resorts and hotels, over 60 spas, in excess of 60 retail galleries; as well as two golf courses.
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