Nestled on the Puerto Aventuras Caribbean coastline, a luxury yachting community in the heart of the Mayan Riviera, is the Omni Puerto Aventuras Hotel Beach Resort. This harmonious community of villas and luxury condominiums was built using native materials. The construction reflects the care and attention taken to respectfully integrate the hotel into its natural surroundings. Just 45 minutes from Cancun International Airport and 15 minutes from Playa del Carmen. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/hotels/Puerto_Aventuras/omnipuertoaventuras/hotel/559/44/ en-us Copyright 1998 e-TravelMedia.com/CaribbeanMag.com Fri, 27 Nov 2009 12:45:29 EST Located 45 minutes from Cancun International Airport and 15 minutes from Playa del Carmen, near the archeological ruins of Tulum. These are a few of the hotel services: - Omni Kids Program - On-site travel agency - Marina and yacht club - Hotel shop - Dive shop - 24-hour on-call medical services - Currency exchange - On-site self parking - On-site car rental office hat to expect: Guests arriving from all over the world are greeted warmly by resort staff. Visitors come for small-resort tranquility; world-class fishing, diving, and snorkeling; and the pleasures of village life on a Caribbean beach. Amenity highlights: The Dolphin Discovery program in the large lagoon adjacent to the hotel's entrance offers shallow-water or scuba diving encounters with bottlenose dolphins. Festooned with thatch-roof palapas for shade, and furnished with a volleyball net, the expansive, white-sand beach fronting the hotel is usually lapped by calm waters thanks to the coral reef just off shore. Beach waves are large enough to thrill children and, at times, accommodate boogie boarding. A large, three-part pool on a spacious sundeck above the beach includes a children's section and a relaxation section furnished with tile lounges for cool, shallow-water sunbathing. Stretch out in one of 30 oversized boutique-style guest rooms – all furnished with local dιcor. At the Omni Puerto Aventuras Hotel Beach Resort, you can indulge in creature comforts beyond your expectations, such as a private Jacuzzi and a balcony with hammock. Rooms offer garden, marina or ocean views. 30 deluxe oversized guest rooms with private jacuzzi on your terrace. - Regional decor with stone and marble finishing - Fully-stocked refreshment center - Coffee maker - In-room safe - Hair dryer - Full-length and make-up mirrors - Complimentary continental breakfast delivered daily to your room - Balcony with hammocks and private jacuzzi - Direct dial telephone with dataport - Satellite color TV On the Mayan Riviera, Puerto Aventuras has all the attractions of a larger resort with the quiet setting of a smaller town. With an exclusive Caribbean beach and coral reef, you can enjoy outdoor activities like swimming, some of the world's best snorkeling, fishing, wind surfing and sailing. Build a sandcastle on the white beaches alongside the clear turquoise waters or stroll through the quaint shops and cafes along the marina. Be sure to stop by Dolphin Discovery for a swim with those marvelous marine mammals. tdoor Recreation Ecological areas with Mayan ruins and coral reefs – off shore Dolphin and Sea Lion Reserve – 1 block Xcaret, an eco-archaeological park – 3 miles Centotes “Dos Ojos” underground river – 5 miles Akumal Coral Reef – 20 miles Xel-Ha, natural inlet water park for snorkeling – 30 miles Sian Kan Biosphere – 75 miles Sports Playacar Pro Course – 11 miles Dining and Entertainment Captain Road (Caribbean) – 1 block Dos Chiles (Mexican) – 1 block Italian Bakery – 1 block Mediteraneo (Mediterranean) – 1 block Richard's (steakhouse) – 1 block Tiramisu (Italian)– 1 block Innovative cuisine in an unforgettable atmosphere makes for the perfect meal. Whether it's by the pool, on the beach or through room service, every dining experience is an event at this poetic resort. La Veranda A casual, open-air restaurant, serves regional and international cuisine for breakfast and lunch. Open daily 7 am - 11 am and Noon - 6 pm. El Xenote A gourmet Mayan-themed restaurant, El Xenote specializes in savory regional Yucatecan cuisine prepared with fresh, local ingredients. Open daily for dinner from 6 pm - 11 pm. Pina Colada Jacuzzi Beach Bar The Pina Colada Jacuzzi Beach Bar, overlooking the tranquil Caribbean Sea, serves tropical cocktails and delicious Mexican dishes in the Riviera Maya's only jacuzzi beach bar. Open daily from 11 am - 7 pm. Lobby Bar The lobby bar serves cocktails and light menu items. Guest Room Dining Guest room dining is available if you choose to enjoy delicious cuisine in the privacy of your room. Type: Resort No. of Rooms: 30 Diving: Dive Resort/Dive Operator Beach Location: Beach Front (Directly on Beach/Water Front) http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/hotels/Puerto_Aventuras/omnipuertoaventuras/hotel/559/44/ Fri, 27 Nov 2009 12:45:29 EST