The Hotel
Positioned
on two-miles of powdery white sand along the tranquil Caribbean Sea, this
stucco white contemporary beauty is perfect for travellers who seek the personal
attention a boutique property provides. Part of the award-winning Excellence
Group, the brainchild behind brands like Excellence Resorts and the new Finest
Resorts, The Beloved Hotel’s intimacy beckons you to unwind and spend quality
time with those you love, children included. Though if you are craving
distractions, there are many to choose from!
After
being greeted with a welcome cocktail and cold scented towel, guests are whisked
off to one of the resort’s 109 sumptuous suites (the smallest is 960 square
feet) available in seven styles, including swim-up suites with private garden and
two-story beachfront Casita Suites with plunge pools.
While
the children enjoy fun activities at the Kid’s Club and Kid’s pool with
playground, adults can relax in one of the myriad settings to choose from. The Beloved
Hotel boasts a beautiful spa, four Jacuzzis and three pools situated next to a
secluded stretch of beach complete with waiter service for food and drink, and
wooden loungers with plush pillows. For those who seek the ultimate indulgence,
opt for a private beach cabana at an additional fee and be pampered with
Champagne, cold water and towel service.
The
hotel provides plenty of inviting spaces to sip cocktails throughout, including poolside, beachside or one of four stylish bars, including a swim-up bar. When
it comes to dining, you will not be disappointed. Savour incredible cuisine at
any one of the four restaurants, occasionally accompanied by a Mariachi Band. At
night, head over to Lupita Lounge nestled in a lush garden and sip on a
signature cocktail or try smoking a hookah while listening to live musical
performances.
Other
perks here include no wristbands, free Wi-Fi and free international calls to
Canada and the U.S. Guests also have unlimited access to watersport activities
and gear such as sailing, kayaking, snorkeling and diving. There is also
seaside golf and fun activities like salsa dancing, Spanish lessons, yoga and
cooking classes. With so many options to choose from, you will never run out of things to do at The Beloved Hotel.
Dining
The
Beloved Hotel is home to four international restaurants; Isla Grill, Aroma,
Lupita and El Mar where you can delight in Mexican, Caribbean, Mediterranean
and International dishes. Executive Chef Alejandro Grosso, who trained at
Michelin-star restaurants across Europe, provided an unforgettable dining experience.
The food was exceptional, as was the service, and with no reservations required
at any restaurant, I was able to eat wherever I wanted whenever I wanted. From
fresh seafood ceviche, mouth-watering guacamole and tacos, succulent Tomahawk
Steak, to savoury wines, my every culinary craving was satisfied.
The Room
My
room was a beautiful Ocean View Junior Suite decorated in a soothing palette of
white with black accents and outfitted with every luxury amenity imaginable:
indoor/outdoor Jacuzzi, spa-inspired bathroom with large rain shower, furnished
balcony with lounge bed, Bvlgari toiletries, plush bathrobes and slippers, a
Nespresso Machine, and fully stocked premium mini-bar with snacks like
Snicker’s bars, Oreo cookies and M&M chocolates. Anything I could ever want
or need was provided for at The Beloved Hotel, including a pillow menu and turndown service to ensure I had a heavenly
sleep, as well as 24-hour room service should a craving present
itself.
The Spa
For
a recharge and reset, pamper yourself with an array of wellness treatments at
The Beloved Spa, a 35,000 square- foot stunner that will leave you feeling
relaxed and rejuvenated. Their Aqua Viva facility is a temple for a variety of
Mediterranean hydrothermal therapies that are guided by a thermal valet. Afterwards,
continue with a spa treatment in one of the Spa’s 13 treatment rooms. Or, if
you prefer, take my lead and enjoy a relaxing massage on the beach where the sound of the sea
will lull you to sleep.
Whether you are travelling with romance in mind, with your children, or to simply unwind, there will be little to find fault with at The Beloved Hotel. For more information, visit The Beloved Hotel or sunwing.ca.