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Hotel Equities opens Kimpton Tres Ríos, Kimpton’s first all‑inclusive resort in Riviera Maya

Hotel Equities has launched management of Kimpton Tres Ríos, a 355‑room all‑inclusive resort set within a 340‑acre protected nature preserve along the Cancún‑Tulum corridor in Playa del Carmen, expanding the operator’s presence in the Caribbean & Latin America.

Hotel Equities opens Kimpton Tres Rios, The brand’s first all-inclusive resort

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Kimpton Tres Ríos is a 355‑room all‑inclusive resort located in a 340‑acre protected nature preserve in the Riviera Maya, near Playa del Carmen.

The property blends upscale amenities with nature programming: seven restaurants, five bars, a 10,000‑sq‑ft Kej Spa, four pools, and guided nature activities around cenotes, rivers and mangroves.

Hotel Equities will operate the resort through its CALA platform, marking the company’s move into the all‑inclusive segment and growth across Caribbean & Latin America markets.

Hotel Equities (HE) announced the management and opening of Kimpton Tres Ríos – All Inclusive, the first all‑inclusive resort under the Kimpton brand. The 355‑room property sits within a 340‑acre protected nature preserve along Mexico's Cancún‑Tulum corridor in Playa del Carmen, offering ocean views and access to cenotes, rivers and mangrove landscapes.

The resort is positioned inside a protected natural park in the Riviera Maya. The setting includes three freshwater rivers, 10 cenotes and mangrove areas. HE and the owner present the location as a core differentiator, combining the Kimpton hospitality model with nature‑driven programming and sustainability‑oriented activities such as guided nature trails and kayaking.

Kimpton Tres Ríos is designed for families: Club Aventuras provides children's beachside programming while the surrounding preserve offers discovery opportunities for younger guests. Kimpton signature services are incorporated into the all‑inclusive model, including evening Social Hour and a morning Kickstart service. The property is pet friendly for dogs up to 23 kilograms, for an additional fee.

The resort includes indoor and outdoor venues for weddings and celebrations. On‑property event coordinators will provide planning support, customizable menus and group room blocks, positioning the property for both leisure groups and private events.

Hotel Equities framed the opening as a strategic expansion of its CALA (Caribbean & Latin America) platform. HE executives emphasized that all‑inclusive operations require a different operating model—high‑volume F&B management, pricing strategy and a unified guest experience across a full stay—and named the local leadership team: General Manager Jorge Martinez, Director of Sales & Marketing MariCarmen Gutierrez and Director of Culinary Gabriel Kolofon.

Owner Daniel Arroyo described the property as a major investment in the Riviera Maya's natural setting and cited Hotel Equities' locally led operating platform and regional infrastructure as the reason for choosing HE to manage the opening and protect the investment over time.

This opening adds an all‑inclusive offering to Kimpton's portfolio and is part of Hotel Equities' broader growth in resort, lifestyle and all‑inclusive segments across destinations including the Dominican Republic, Costa Rica, Jamaica, Turks & Caicos and Uruguay.

  • Rooms: 355
  • Site: 340‑acre nature preserve
  • Restaurants/bars: Seven restaurants, five bars (additional outlets opening through early 2027)
  • Spa: 10,000 sq ft Kej Spa
  • Pools: Four outdoor pools
  • Pet policy: Dogs up to 23 kg allowed for a fee
  • Family programming: Club Aventuras and nature activities

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