Situated
on 1,400 acres of the former Laurance Rockefeller estate, the long
awaited second Reserve, part of an exclusive collection of bespoke
properties, will usher in a new level of luxury travel experiences
for guests in the Western Hemispherewhen
it opens today.
A
cherished destination, Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve is an
intimate retreat offering a true sense of barefoot elegance, blending
Laurance Rockefeller’s novel environmental design philosophies and
modern yet minimal décor. Created as an open-air enclave infused
with references to the surrounding natural landscape and diverse
culture, Dorado Beach is a true luxury sanctuary designed to allure
the world’s most discerning travellers through a bevy of
one-of-a-kind lifestyle experiences, including:
Accommodations
With
100 spacious guestrooms and 14 one-bedroom suites that sit directly
onto the beach, guests can select from an exquisite collection of
accommodations that allow the backdrop to take precedence through a
complete indoor and outdoor experience. Floor-to-ceiling sliding
doors entirely disappear onto seamless ocean
views, while outdoor
showergardens, indoor showers with deep soaking
tubs, individual infinity-edge pools, rooftop pools and cabanas
create an incomparable luxury experience.
Su
Casa
Originally
erected in the 1920s for the plantation land’s first owner, Clara
Livingston, Su Casa’s storied grandeur now serves as a four-bedroom
VIP villa overlooking the ocean. Paired with towering palm trees,
expansive gardens, a private infinity edge pool and a spacious cigar
veranda, the hacienda has been fully restored and modernized
following a multimillion dollar restoration while preserving its
legendary heritage and serene beauty.
Spa
Botánico
Tucked
away amid lush flora is Spa Botánico, a five-acre botanical
sanctuary of pampering offering a holistic yet modern approach to
beauty and wellness incorporating Manos Santos practices, ancient
local healers often referred to as ‘Holy Hands’. Reflective of
Dorado Beach’s lush surroundings, Spa Botánico blends a soothing
natural environment inspired by these ancient Puerto Rican healing
traditions, modern therapies and the finest quality of local
botanicals to indulge the body, mind and spirit. Distinctive
treatment facilities, warm and cool pools, waterfall showers,
glass-walled treatment pavilions and open air Treehouse platforms
create a relaxing state of well being among nature.
Mi
Casa by José Andrés
For
a world-class culinary experience, internationally acclaimed Chef
José Andrés introduces his first restaurant outside the United
States with Mi
Casa. Inspired by Puerto Rico’s diverse culinary
landscape, guests are treated to an artfully crafted menu of
locally-caught seafood and avant-garde dishes. Chef Andrés will fuse
his knowledge of sophisticated cooking and regional flavors to offer
guests a truly exceptional culinary experience and a unique blend of
Spanish and Puerto Rican flavors. The restaurant’s beverage
selection mirrors its distinct cuisine showcasing an array of
traditional and handcrafted cocktails, a portfolio of artisanal
offerings and a robust international wine list complementing complex
yet delicate flavors.
Jean-Michel
Cousteau’s Ambassadors of the Environment
Designed
for adults, families, and children, participants of Jean-Michel
Cousteau’s Ambassadors of the Environment can discover Puerto
Rico’s natural wonders both on land and
sea, including coral
reefs, a diversity of birds, wetlands,
and traditional Taino culture through exciting and memorable
adventures and activities, such as snorkeling, kayaking, hiking and
exploring an archaeological site directly on property. Integrating
the program’s environmentally-conscious philosophy into the
building’s infrastructure, the Ambassador House is designed to
adhere to the highest standards of the U.S. Green
Building Council, with a variety of sustainable
efforts including regionally-sourced materials, renewable energy,
organic and sustainable finishes and furniture, and monitoring
systems to reduce the buildings overall energy usage.
“As
a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, the philosophy behind Dorado Beach, a
Ritz-Carlton Reserve is to immerse guests into Puerto Rico’s rich
history and extraordinary landscape while providing an unparalleled
luxury travel experience unlike any other,” said Herve Humler,
president and COO for The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C.
“Reflective of Laurance Rockefeller’s vision from more than 50
years ago of a natural sanctuary, the island is a combination of
historical charm and metropolitan
life blending
serenity and a pristine backdrop – a perfect location for the
Ritz-Carlton Reserve experience,” he added.
The
guest journey begins at the arrival pavilion, incorporating stylistic
influences of contemporary soft structures and lush, indigenous
landscape. Framed by striking ocean views, guests ascend the luxury
hotel’s entryway to the arrival pavilion consisting of multiple
small buildings separated to preserve the land’s original trees.
Connected walkways raised above sunken gardens create a tropical
forest floor punctuated by restful hanging beds, so every view is of
both the land and sea and a seamless transition between the
indoor and outdoor environment.
To
complement an unparalleled luxury experience, guests are invited to
revel in a magical social event at the iconic Surf Room, a newly
designed reconstruction from the original Rockefeller era.
Beautifully appointed floor-to-ceiling glass windows enhance sweeping
views of the Caribbean Sea which open out to an outside terrace set
directly upon sand, creating an enchanting background perfect for any
special occasion.
In
addition to Mi Casa, Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve offers
three dining venues, including Positivo Sand Bar, situated parallel
to the ocean offering magnificent vantage points with al fresco
cuisine and refreshing cocktails; Encanto Beach Club Bar & Grill,
an open-air bistro with freshly grilled cuisine for lunch and
Asian-style selections for dinner; and La Cocina Gourmet, an outpost
providing Puerto Rican coffees, homemade gelatos and local delights.
To
experience the first Ritz-Carlton Reserve in the Americas and the
Caribbean’s premier luxury
resort at
Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, high season rates at the
resort start
at $1,499
per night, setting a new luxury benchmark for the Caribbean.
