GRAND ISLA NAVIDAD GOLF & SPA RESORT WITH MARINA, Barra de Navidad

Grand Isla Navidad Golf & Spa Resort With Marina offers a 27-hole golf course that received the Golf Medal Award from Golf Magazine, the only course in Mexico with that distinction. The resort sits on a 500-hectare island surrounded by coconut trees and includes an on-site marina with docking for boats and marine activities. Guests can rent bicycles to explore the island or take a short water taxi to the fishing village of Barra de Navidad.

Air-conditioned rooms include a living room with a sofa, cable TV, and a coffee maker, with terraces offering ocean, pool, or mountain views. Private bathrooms come with a hairdryer and toiletries, and guests can request either feather or synthetic pillows. Ceiling fans complement the air conditioning, while some suites provide a bathtub and balcony overlooking the marina.

The resort has three on-site restaurants serving local and international cuisine, plus a snack bar and a coffee house on site. Antonio's restaurant offers a la carte dining with items like beef medallion and shrimp Caesar salad, while the buffet breakfast includes chilaquiles, fresh fruit, and made-to-order omelettes. Bars include a lobby bar with entertainment and a pool bar that opens at 11:00 am, with room service also available.

Two outdoor pools are on property, including a 10th-floor pool with views, plus a separate kids' pool and a water slide. Sports facilities include tennis courts with a pro, a gym, and water sport facilities on site such as kayaking and snorkeling. Guests can join daily yoga on the beach or water aerobics, and the hotel provides bicycle rental for island exploration.

The full-service spa offers a spa lounge, relaxation area, and packages that include massages like full-body, foot, and head massages. Facilities include a hot tub, a public bath, and a massage chair, with treatments available for couples or solo guests. Spa/wellness packages can be booked at the concierge desk, and beauty services are also on site.

A children's club, kids' club, and indoor play area keep younger guests occupied, with board games and puzzles available. The hotel provides wheelchair access to raised toilets and has facilities for disabled guests, including accessible bathrooms. Babysitting services can be arranged at the front desk, and the property has a minimarket on site for snacks and essentials.

Golf: 27-hole course - Golf Medal Award by Golf Magazine

Location: 500-hectare island, water taxi to Barra de Navidad

Marina: On-site docking for boats and marine activities

Rooms: Terrace with ocean, pool, or mountain views

Pools: Two outdoor pools, one on the 10th floor

Spa: Full-service spa with massage chair and public bath