Meet Mexico’s Newest Luxury Hotel: Matlali

Tucked into the hills of La Cruz de Huanacaxtle in Riviera Nayarit, the recently opened Matlali Hotel offers understated luxury to its guests. // © 2014 Matlali Hotel

Guestrooms range from junior suites to two-story presidential villas and feature beach-inspired, calming decor. // © 2014 Matlali Hotel

Diners at the on-site Raixes Restaurant can appreciate open air views while enjoying breakfast, lunch or dinner. // © 2014 Matlali Hotel

A dessert served by a private chef at Matlali // © 2014 Valerie Chen

The full-service Makawe Spa is palapa style and includes six treatment rooms, a plunge pool and a steam room. // © 2014 Matlali Hotel

Owned by Matlali, the colorful and funky Eva Mandarina Beach Club is about 10 minutes away from the resort. // © 2014 Matlali Hotel

Guadalajara-based artist Abel Galvana designed the eclectic beach club, which serves cocktails, cervezas and small bites. // © 2014 Matlali Hotel

One excursion for guests is boarding Matlali’s private yachts for a relaxing trip to Islas Marietas. // © 2014 Valerie Chen

Matlali chefs select only the top catches of the day at Mercado del Mar, the local fish market. // © 2014 Valerie Chen