by Marsha Mowers
Last updated: 12:15 AM ET, Thu September 19, 2019
Just 18 months after its opening, Hotel Xcaret Mexico, the 900-suite resort that set the stage for Mexico's hospitality landscape with its All-Fun Inclusive® been recognized as a American Automobile Association's (AAA) Five Diamond Award.
The award which is given to top hotels and restaurants in the United States, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean, is awarded to properties with remarkable infrastructure, extensive amenities and unparalleled service.
"Roughly 121 hotels in the world have the 5 Diamond ratings, that is less than 1 percent of the 27,000 properties inspected by the AAA," said Francisco Gutierrez, Chief Hotels Officer. "Being part of this exclusive group of hotels is a great honor for us, and it brings joy to everyone at Grupo Xcaret".
The recognition comes on the heels of "Noche Mexicana" which was held on September 15 celebrates the Mexican gastronomy, traditions, décor and music that guests find in the hotel, not only in September but the whole year.
Since its conception, Hotel Xcaret Mexico strives to foster and promote Mexican art and culture, by supporting local communities and implementing fair trade practices. The property's unique style honors and highlights its natural surroundings while contributing to preserve and enhance them. Hotel Xcaret Mexico revolutionized the hospitality industry by going beyond the traditional all-inclusive offering. Hotel guests can enjoy complimentary access to all parks and tours by Grupo Xcaret, transfers to and from the parks as well as to and from the airport, among other perks.
In line with Grupo Xcaret's philosophy, Hotel Xcaret Mexico works to attain the balance and benefit of people, planet and prosperity of the business, to offer unique experiences inspired in the respect for nature, cultural traditions and life. The 900-suite resort features several sustainability programs such as reduction of single-use plastic and continuous contribution to Xcaret's Animal Welfare and Endangered Species Conservations programs.
The resort's superior gastronomic offering is based in retaining some of the best Mexican talent such as Ricardo Muñoz Zurita, Alejandro Ruiz, Miguel Bautista, Carlos Gaytan -the first-ever Mexican chef to obtain a Michelin star- and Orlando Trejo, the hotel's Executive Chef. The hotel also works alongside international talent such as Italian Chef Franco Maddalozzo and Japanese Chef Yusuke Kogure.
Guitierrez says the recognition is a testament to the hard work of their staff, whose day-to-day work, attention to detail and aim for excellence have allowed them to achieve hospitality excellence.
"We are proud of our human capital and I would like to offer our sincerest gratitude to our 1,800 collaborators for being key players in obtaining this certification, under the leadership of Jorge Ducoing, Hotel Xcaret Mexico Director. It is only thanks to their passion and commitment that we can proudly announce that Hotel Xcaret Mexico is a 5 Diamond hotel with the best of Mexico included," said Gutierrez.
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