MIAMI — Palace Resorts is showing off the multimillion dollar renovation of its flagship property, Le Blanc Spa Resort Cancun.

Extensive enhancements to the resort’s interiors and exteriors include a completely redesigned lobby, new designer guest suites, redefined restaurants with new gourmet dining menu options, upgraded meeting space and newly decorated common spaces including bars and lounges.

The beachfront adults-only property is located on an enclave between Nichupte Lagoon and the Caribbean Sea. 

In addition to new renovations, the hotel also features its traditional facilities including a 30,957-square-foot spa with 19 treatment rooms, a hydrotherapy facility, fitness centre, wellness centre, plunge pools, gourmet specialty cuisine, butler service and over 8,115-square-feet of meeting space.

The overhaul of the resort reinforces Palace’s commitment to continue to be the leader in the luxury, upscale, adults-only, all-inclusive market, says Gibran Chapur, Executive Vice President of Palace Resorts.

“We spared no detail in the renovations and upgrades, which are evident in its opulence and design,” says Chapur. “From fine dining to an innovative spa and on-trend wellness options, to lavish accommodations and top-notch service, Le Blanc Spa Resort will continue to be recognized around the world as the top luxury hotel in Cancun.”   

Here’s a look at the highlights…

LOBBY

The lobby was not only designed to make an outstanding first impression but also as a nod to the era of grand hotel lobbies as urban meeting places. The space features a variety of seating areas for gatherings and cocktails and also serves as a welcoming atmosphere for arriving guests. 

Renovated lobby

Lobby bar

Enhancements were also made to the resort’s outdoor areas, including the addition of palm trees to its beach area, and hammocks. 

ROOMS & SUITES

The interiors of the 260 rooms and suites were completely redesigned with a neutral colour palette featuring cool shades of white and plush furnishing. Most suites offer ocean views, while others feature views of the lagoon. Each suite comes equipped with private French-style balconies, comfortable living spaces, a king or two standard double beds featuring brand new, memory foam mattresses, double whirlpool tubs and oversized bathrooms with luxurious amenities and rain showerheads. 

Accommodation at Le Blanc Cancun

Le Blanc Spa Resort Cancun also offers personal butler service, nightly aromatherapy menu and pillow menu. USB charging parts and upgraded touch lighting control. In addition, each suite features CHI blow dryers, CHI flatirons and BVLGARI personal products. Suites are also stocked with mini-bars featuring top-shelf spirits, snacks, high definition flat SMART TV’s, featuring Apple TV and gourmet Lavazza coffee makers.

DINING

All of the resort’s restaurants have been revamped with new décor, upgraded menus and new dining concepts. Restaurant options include:

• Bella: The menu, curated in collaboration with Michelin Star chef, Giussepe Iannotti features authentic Italian delights such as Pappardelle all ‘Amatriciana, Salmone all’Arancia.
• Blanc: Modern Mexican cuisine, mixed with traditional flavours.
• Lumiere: The resort’s signature restaurant has a new menu focused on distinct ingredients such as escargot, duck and foie gras. Lumiere features a private dining room for a capacity of up to 10 guests, for the ultimate intimate dining experience.

Lumiere Dining Room

• Yama: An eclectic modern Japanese restaurant featuring classic favorites. The new restaurant’s name was inspired by Palace Resorts’ late Executive Chef Teruo Yamamoto, who inspired and innovated the Japanese dining experience.
• Terraza Wood Fired Bistro: This restaurant was completely redesigned to create an ambiance where guests can enjoy views of the Caribbean Sea while dining on delights from the wood fire oven.
• Pure: Healthy dining options meet the luxury all-inclusive experience at Pure.
• Glasé: A traditional ice cream parlor with freshly home-made ice cream and fresh fruit popsicles, traditional milkshakes and a plethora of sweets. The menu offers traditional flavours but also features artisan flavours such as Coconut, Pistachio, Salted Caramel and Mango.
• K’akau: Coffee & sweets shop K’akau features a variety of crepes, macarons, petit fours and chocolates.

Meanwhile the property’s bars feature an extensive list of libations by the resort’s top mixologist. Cava, a trendy lounge, offers a live band, a DJ spinning the latest beats, exquisite cocktails, pool tables, and big screen TVs. 

MEETINGS & GROUPS

Le Blanc Spa Resort Cancun offers more than 8,115 square feet of space for corporate and social events.

WELLNESS

The all-inclusive wellness retreat resort is home to BLANCSPA, with hydrotherapy area, hot and cold plunge pools, sauna, herbal steam room, chromotherapy, sauna therapy, relaxation lounge and 19 treatment suits. The spa recently unveiled a new signature service: The Balchè Massage.

Hydrotherapy

LEISURE ACTIVITIES

Aqua Body Strong fitness (stand up yoga), live music, karaoke, guided meditation classes, hatha yoga, TRX training, and Aqua spinning and more