Amanvari

On the serene shores of Bajas East Cape, Mexico, Amanvari draws its name from the Sanskrit-derived words for peace and water. Where desert, ocean and estuary converge, the resort rests in harmony with its surroundings, overlooking the shifting blues of the Sea of Cortés and enveloped by the peaks of the Sierra de la Laguna mountains.Designed by Heah & Co. and realised by Elastic Architects, Amanvari exemplifies Amans philosophy of sensitive design that merges with its environment. The resorts 18 Casitas are discreetly positioned across the landscape, each offering sweeping views, expansive terraces, private pools and seamless indoor-outdoor living. Interiors draw on the tones and textures of the terrain, with sand-hued textiles, natural stone and local hardwoods complemented by bespoke creations by local artisans. At the heart of the resort, the open-air Casa Grande atrium is home to a collection of signature and local dining venues that span Italian, Japanese and Baja-inspired cuisine, alongside a laidback beach club and panoramic ocean-view pool. Here, locally sourced ingredients and coastal traditions shape menus designed for convivial dining. Elsewhere, the Aman Spa and Wellness centre offers a 660 square metre (7,105 square foot) sanctuary for restoration, inspired by the elemental harmony of land, ocean and sky. Featuring six private treatment rooms, two signature Hydro Houses with banya and hammam, a 24-hour Fitness Centre and a contemporary Temazcal (sweat lodge), it offers quiet transformation. From duneside stargazing to morning rides through the sierra and private encounters with local farmers, fishermen and artisans.