Banyan Tree Cabo Marques

The natural beauty is almost beyond words…only to be rivaled by the spacious, tranquil villa with private pool. The service was excellent in particular our breakfast server Irving and the pool attendant Julio, both of whom were very friendly and eager to please. The food was very good our favorites were the great breakfasts with fresh juice, excellent coffee and fantastic French toast. We had some great seafood dishes too (gotta have the shrimp tacos!). Fantastic massages (I had the Balinese and my partner the deep tissue—both great!). Overall an outstanding stay and truly memorable vacation!

This resort feels like a secret we almost hesitate to share. The villas seem to float off the cliffs, and from our oceanfront villa, the private infinity pool appeared to spill directly into the sea. On more than one morning, we watched whales pass by while sipping coffee in our robes. The sunsets here are not just beautiful, they are mesmerizing and cinematic. Despite the dramatic setting, getting here from New York was surprisingly easy, with a smooth connection through Mexico City. From the local airport, it’s only about a 30-minute drive, and arranging a car through the hotel was effortless, with a well appointed SUV waiting for us. Once we arrived, we never used the carts at all. Exploring the property on foot became part of the experience, with winding pathways and cliffside overlooks. The atmosphere is calm, modern, and deeply luxurious without ever feeling showy. Our days in January were warm, and evenings were never chilly enough to need a sweater, exactly what we were hoping for. The place was so quiet, most of what we heard was nature like waves crashing below the pool. We only noticed other guests during meals, and never from our villa. We spent hours outside on the loungers or in the hammock, quietly listening to the ocean below. Inside the villa, both the bedroom and bathroom were positioned for uninterrupted ocean views. Multiple relaxing lighting modes, blackout curtains, excellent air conditioning, and thoughtful details—candles, incense, fresh fruit—made the space feel indulgent and serene. We enjoyed the incense so much that we picked up a few to take home from the gift shop. Indoor–outdoor living felt completely natural during the day. Based on prior reviews, we came prepared for insects, but in January we barely encountered any, with only minimal bugs outdoors in the evenings if sitting directly under lights. Food and drink were consistently impressive. The coffee, food quality, and presentation easily matched what we expect in New York City. Las Rocas wasn’t open yet during our visit, but it’s already at the top of our list for when we return. We also celebrated a special anniversary spa day, enjoying a couples spa experience. We scheduled private yoga sessions as well, which stood out for the instructor’s professionalism and beautifully paced flow. What truly elevates this resort, though, is the people. Service here is warm, personal, and memorable. Everyone introduced themselves, and over the course of a week we genuinely got to know many of the staff. Oliva, Octavio, Marcela, Paulina, Melissa, Elizabeth, Adolpho, Jennifer, Hugo at breakfast, and Guillermo all played a role in making our stay unforgettable. Management was exceptional, any issue, no matter how small, was addressed quickly and thoughtfully. Celebrating a birthday and our anniversary during the same week felt especially meaningful, thanks to how much care and attention the team put into every detail. No place is perfect, and a few small tweaks would make an already stellar experience even better. Pool music could use more variety, it improved toward the end of our stay, shifting away from Top 40 to a more relaxed, lounge-style soundtrack that fit the setting much better. Streaming options on the TV would be welcome for quiet evenings, especially for English-language content. A bracelet-style room key, rather than a card fob, would also feel like a natural fit here. Still, these are minor notes in an otherwise extraordinary stay based on the setting, privacy, service, and overall experience. We’re already planning our return in January, which says everything.

Thanks for another amazing vacation. This is our first time back since Hurricane Otis, having been here more than 10 times before. It is always AMAZING to be here. Shout out to Luisa from management who always looks after us, Chef Rurik for an amazing special meal, Hugo, Guillermo, and of course Alvaro who took such good care of us at Rocas- a great addition to the Banyan team! Look forward to our 2026 trip already! Read less

With my wife, we stayed from 13 to 18 October in the property, taking advantage of as many services as possible, since my wife could hardly walk due to a knee issue. We were welcomed at the airport by Oliver, who took not only good care of ourselves but also put a huge smile on our face. Oliver's good mood and enthusiasm about what he does is definitely communicative. Thanks Oliver, you made our day at several occasions - transfer from and to the airport, as well as during the Acapulco excursion. We love the Banyan Tree product for its accommodation and the private pool that goes with it. This one was overlooking a bay and could not get our eyes away from the birds, the water and the lights on the other side of the bay at night. Great room, great deck, great pool and a very good level of privacy. We took the buggy for each internal trip we had to make and we would like to thank all buggy drivers that demonstrated a great level of hospitality, proactiveness and were smiling all the time. We felt welcomed and well taken care of. Buggys would come very quickly during the week days. It took them a bit longer as from friday evening (occupancy goes up during the week-ends). Enjoying breakfast and being welcomed by the team there was always a pleasure. Food is great and we would like to commend Jennifer particulary, even though all staff members were friendly, taking car of each of our desires. We wish Jennifer a great career, she is made for the hospitality industry. Luz from the spa also allowed us to feel particularly at ease, welcomed at the spa reception. She took the time to have a chat, demonstrating a great sense of humour. We found the Director General to be very friendly and attentive to his staff and the guests. He took time to have a drink with us and we thorougly enjoyed the discussion and his concern about the future of the property and his staff. All in all a fantastic stay in Cabo Marqués. Thank you team! You transformed our great stay into a fantastic stay. Well done!

I’ve been to 70 countries and a ton of beautiful hotels but this place is the most spectacular. Set on a cliff top overlooking the pacific. Every villa is the height of luxury but set in the forest so it feels like you’re in it. Service impeccable although don’t expect fluent English from all.