One&Only's first Mexico property — 70 villas and 35 clifftop suites on Riviera Nayarit's forested coastline, opened 2020.
BrandOne&Only Resorts
DestinationMandarina
RegionMexico Central America & Caribbean
Price TierTier 2 ($2k-$5k)
SettingEco-inspired sanctuary
Best ForDesign-led couples on milestone trips, repeat One&Only guests collecting properties, travelers seeking Mexico Pacific coast luxury with activity programming rather than villa-rental quietude.
PrivacyHigh
ServicePersonalized concierge service
ButlerRefined hospitality
Private PoolYes
Built2020
One&Only Mandarina opened in 2020 on the Riviera Nayarit coast north of Puerto Vallarta, marking the brand's first Mexico property. The 105-key resort splits between 70 private villas set into the forested hillside and 35 clifftop suites overlooking the Pacific. The property debuted at #8 on The Wor
Key Features
Private villas and cliff-top suites
World-class dining options
Exclusive spa and wellness center
Outdoor pool with ocean views
Access to a private beach
Adventure activities including hiking and water sports
Personalized concierge service
Dining
Carao
Signature Experience
The clifftop suites at sunset — the property's topography gives Pacific views from elevation rather than beach level, which changes the light angle and extends the golden hour.
The World's 50 Best Hotels recognition in its opening years signals execution at a level rare for Mexico Pacific coast luxury. Villa-and-suite split gives format flexibility most single-building resorts can't match.
Signature Suite: Eco-Chic Treehouse
Heated plunge pool, Luxury accommodation, Secluded design, Immersive natural surroundings
Accolades
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