fi nalist resort fi nalist wellness + wellbeing Conrad Tulum Riviera Maya Mexico Located a few miles north of Tulum in a secluded bay surrounded by a mangrove forest and the crystal blue Caribbean water, the 349-room resort-spearheaded by HBA-sets a new standard of luxury in the Yucatan Peninsula. Upon entering the lobby through ornate wooden doors handcraſt ed by local artisans, guests are greeted by sweeping ocean views and an immersive art installation that pays tribute to ancient Mayan architecture and Tulum's surroundings. To complete the remote retreat, the spa-nestled within the mangroves-is wrapped in caledonia granite fl oors and walls, which nod to the colors of the local volcanic rock formations. Architecture Firm METAFORA, Mexico City Interior Design Firm HBA, San Francisco Owner, Operator, and Purchasing Firm Parks Desarrolladora hospitalitydesign.com May/June 2022 117 Photos courtesy of CONRAD TULUM RIVIERA MAYAhttp://www.hospitalitydesign.com