The 6,500-sq. ft. Beach Merges the Mayanexperience with the
Quintessential Southern California Resort-Style Feeling

Hotel Maya – a DoubleTree by Hilton recently debuted the largest man-made beach in Long Beach with its 6,500-sq. ft. “Playa at the Maya.” The resort-style, urban beach is centered on the property’s 14 lush acres that are dotted with 500 palm trees and features 285 tons of real sand, two 4-ft. diameter fire pits, colorful umbrellas, comfortable chaise lounges and a cozy day bed.

Playa at the Maya is also Southern California’s premier seaside location for weekend getaways, weddings, luaus, private parties and a variety of special events.


“Guests love Playa at the Maya, whether they are relaxing on the beach, making smores around the fire pits or attending a private affair, we have received an overwhelmingly positive response,” said Kristi Allen, general manager at Hotel Maya – a Doubletree by Hilton. “The new Playa at the Maya further accentuates the property’s Mayan experience and resort-style atmosphere, all on the south waterfront in downtown Long Beach.”

Hotel Maya features 199 airy and well-appointed guest rooms with dynamic colors, complemented with earthy, organic furnishings and finishes. Rooms with a private balcony featuring ocean and garden views are available. Guests can get fit for sunbathing at Playa at the Maya or simply stay in shape while on business or vacation by visiting Hotel Maya’s new, top-of-the-line Fitness Center featuring a variety of weight training equipment and cardio machines.

In addition, Hotel Maya features a unique seaside heated swimming pool great for laps or lounging and includes a whirlpool with nearby private floating cabanas. Adjacent to the pool is a full bar and sitting area with fire pits for rest and relaxation.


“After lounging at the beach, unwinding at the pool or working out in the Fitness Center, guests can enjoy a delicious meal, refreshing drink and unbeatable views of the Pacific Ocean in Fuego restaurant,” added Allen.

Fuego, the modern, Latin infused indoor-outdoor restaurant and lounge at Hotel Maya, offers a unique setting at the water’s edge featuring 13-foot-tall glass walls that fully retract with seating for 146 guests with 80 on the patio and a separate, private dining cabana area. Fuego’s stunning open-air views include the Pacific Ocean, Long Beach skyline and the Queen Mary.

Hotel Maya is located at 700 Queensway Drive, Long Beach, CA 90802. For additional information or to make room reservations, please call (562) 435-7676, visit http://www.hotelmayalongbeach.com or like http://www.facebook.com/hotelmaya.