The Jacuzzi overlooks the ocean. Sloping paths lead to the accommodations near the rocky Gulf shore. Thirteen air-conditioned cabanas house 44 deluxe rooms and six suites. Rooms have white stucco walls, heavy wood furniture, safes, minibars, king or double beds and large baths with robes and oversize towels. All rooms have balconies or terraces.
Guests do without radios, TV or phones.
Most rooms have mesmerizing views of the pounding surf. The staff is friendly and gracious. Although the Westin Regina overshadows the Melia Cabo Real for breathtaking architecture, the Melia's vast size makes it a major contender in the mega-resort market. Spread over a hilltop overlooking the Gulf, the hotel has a large, free-form blue pool, waterfalls, fountains and a private beach. The lobby highlights a pyramid sheathed with onyx, and the Mayan theme is continued in the rooms, where onyx-topped tables and tiled floors are standard.