RIVIERA MAYA, Mexico
The new Andaz Mayakoba Resort Riviera Maya, set to open December 2016, announced the appointment of Lin Schatz as general manager.
In his new role, Schatz will be responsible for leading the opening of the property and managing all aspects of the pre-opening stages of development, as well as overseeing all property operations once open.
“I am thrilled to lead the opening efforts here at Andaz Mayakoba Resort in Riviera Maya, Mexico and to be working at this incredible resort,” said Schatz. “The pristine, eco-friendly destination of Mayakoba itself is yet to be fully discovered and true to the Andaz brand, we are excited to showcase elements of the destination and local Mexican culture in all aspects of the property from local partnerships, unique design and art on the walls to indigenous spa treatments, local cuisine, area experiences, authentic hospitality and more.”
A hospitality and Hyatt veteran, Schatz began his career with Hyatt Hotels Corporation more than 25 years ago. Prior to joining Andaz Mayakoba Resort, he most recently served as general manager at Andaz West Hollywood in Los Angeles and numerous other locations including Hyatt Key West where he was nominated for General Manager of the Year–Small Hotels.
A native of Illinois, Schatz has a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management from Illinois State University. He served as Chair for the Board of Directors for ‘Visit West Hollywood’, participated on the Board of Directors for the West Hollywood Chamber of Commerce and has actively contributed to local charities and volunteered with community organizations focused on helping children. Schatz loves to travel around the world and experience every destination as a local. Schatz is enjoying exploring and getting to know beautiful Mexico.
Andaz Mayakoba Resort Riviera Maya will offer 214 guest rooms including 41 suites, as well as a 10,000-square-foot spa, four restaurants and bars, three outdoor pools and a white-sanded Caribbean beach. The property will also feature nearly 14,000 square feet of meeting and event space, including a 6200-square-foot ballroom. In addition there will be lawn and terraces, as well as the pool area and beachfront spaces available for groups.
“Lin is a perfect fit to head up the opening of Andaz Mayakoba Resort, which marks the brand’s debut in Mexico,” said Myles McGourty, senior vice president operations, Hyatt Latin America & Caribbean. “With his invaluable hotel management experience and numerous leadership roles within Hyatt, in particular with sister property Andaz West Hollywood, we know he will guide the resort to an extremely successful opening and beyond, in addition to strengthening awareness of the Andaz brand and Mayakoba as a destination.”
