Commune Hotel & Resorts plans to introduce Thompson Hotels to Playa del Carmen, Mexico, as part of a transformative, mixed-use project from Mexico-based real estate development firm, Thor Urbana. New York–based ICRAVE will complete the design of the rooms, F&B outlets, and pool.

“This project is a powerful combination of luxury hotel, sophisticated nightlife, and well-curated retail and dining in downtown Playa del Carmen,” says Niki Leondakis, CEO of Commune Hotels & Resorts. “This deal marks our ongoing expansion into resort areas and the growing presence of Thompson–branded lifestyle hotels in Mexico and throughout Latin America.”

Slated to open in 2015, the Thompson Playa del Carmen will feature 125 rooms, including 90 suites, as well as a rooftop pool and spa. It will be the only hotel to have both a central 5th Avenue and beachfront location. The hotel’s 30,000-square-foot rooftop will also host a culinary concept that overlooks the town and Caribbean Sea. The property is Commune’s second in Mexico following its Thompson Cabo San Lucas project, currently under development.

The overall development-which will total more than 300,000 square feet and include international retail, cafés, and restaurants in addition to the Thompson Hotel-will be located in the heart of the town’s famed 5th Avenue. This two-mile–long shopping, entertainment, and nightlife thoroughfare is Mexico’s second most-trafficked pedestrian street. 

“We’re excited to bring to life the newest outpost for Thompson Hotels,” says Siobhan Barry, partner and project designer at ICRAVE. “Our design intention is to create a destination hotel that combines the vibrant and bohemian spirit of Playa del Carmen with the energy and edginess of the Thompson brand.”